What's On and Things To Do This Weekend In Nottinghamshire – 10th – 12th October

We’ve rounded up our top 5 things to do in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire this weekend. 

We’ve rounded up our top 5 things to do in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire this weekend. Take your pick of unique events and activities that this brillant city has to offer.

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There are many more things to do and explore on our full What’s On Calendar such as interesting exhibitions, tours, and fun outdoor activities. Browse today and find the perfect activity or experience to enjoy this weekend.

1. Nottingham Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival

Friday 10 & Saturday 11 October 2025 I Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club, Trent Bridge I Tickets from £10

The Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival will return to its now traditional Nottingham home from Wednesday 8 to Saturday 11 October for its fifth instalment at Trent Bridge. Brewery bars representing Nottingham's finest brewers will stand alongside stillages of quality real ales from many other esteemed brewers across the country, as the festival returns with access to new areas and a jam-packed live music programme.

2. Nottinghamshire Pick Your Own Pumpkins – Opening Weekend

Saturday 11 October 2025 I 9.30am – 5pm I Oaks Lane, Oxton, Nottinghamshire I Free entry, pay for what you pick

Set in the rolling Nottinghamshire countryside a few miles north of Nottingham, this family-run 'Pick Your Own' has 1000's of pumpkins and squashes for you to choose from in October, and in the summer, thousands of sunflowers! Since 2019 Nottinghamshire ‘Pick Your Own’ Pumpkins has quickly risen to being one of the most popular pick-your-owns in the Midlands, if not the UK, with visitors travelling from all over the country!

3. Rufford Abbey Country Park’s Halloween Trail

Opening Saturday 11 Sunday – Sunday 2 November 2025 I Rufford Abbey Country Park I 10am - 3pm daily I £3 per child, includes a prize

Have a spooky woodland adventure with Rufford's Halloween Trail —fun for the whole family awaits! From 11th October to 2nd November, the ancient woods of Rufford Abbey Country Park will be transformed into a haunted playground for brave explorers of all ages. Venture along the eerie forest trails, where twisting paths and shadowy corners hold plenty of spooky surprises. 

4. Teeth – An exhibition by Lucy Stevens at Creswell Crags – Preview  

Saturday 11 October 2025 (Exhibition continues from Sunday 12 October) I Creswell Crags | 10.30am – 1.30pm I Normal admission applies

A vibrant exhibition of colourful mixed media paintings inspired by the mammal teeth collection at Creswell Crags. In her second solo museum exhibition, Lucy Stevens presents a series of new works commissioned by Creswell Crags, comprising eight new mixed media paintings on canvas.

5. The Courtyard Makers Market at Thoresby Park

Sunday 12 October 2025 I Thoresby Park I 10am – 4pm I Free entry to the market - £3 car parking

Visit the Courtyard Makers Market's at Thoresby Park and discover a selection of local creatives, makers and artists, bringing a varied selection of handmade crafts and food.