What's On and Things To Do This Weekend In Nottinghamshire – 19th – 21st December

A weekend full of magical and mysterious legends is waiting for you in Nottinghamshire. From fascinating woodland walks and carol singing to Christmas baking and meeting Santa's furry friend, there’s something for everyone. Here are our top 5 picks for this weekend.

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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 to enjoy this weekend.

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1. Myths and Legends with the Master at Arms

Saturday 20 December | 1pm - 2.30pm | RSPB Sherwood Forest | £9 Adults (£7.40 RSPB members) | £5 Child (£4.20 for RSPB members)

Join William de Tankerville on a woodland walk through Sherwood Forest and uncover all its secrets and compelling history. This fascinating tour among the ancient oak trees is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the mysteries that linger among their boughs and branches. From medieval life to the most beautiful and maybe even the deadliest pathways through the forest, nothing will go untouched – not even the woodland's most famous inhabitant.

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2. Xmas Biscuit Baking

Saturday 20 December | 10.15am – 2.30pm | Green's Windmill & Science Centre | £4 per child (ages 3+)

Ready, Set, Bake! Kick of the Christmas holidays with Green’s Windmill’s festive biscuit baking workshop this Saturday. With 6 sessions between 10.15am and 2.30pm there’s plenty of opportunity to join in on the festive fun and bake the perfect Christmas treat. So roll up those sleeves and get baking – you might just have the future star baker on your hands!

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3. Nottingham Harmonic Choir - Family Carol Concert 2025

Saturday 20 December | 5pm | Royal Concert Hall | Tickets £15 to £28 Children (U16s) and students Half Price

What better way to get into the festive spirit than to be serenaded by the angelic voices of the Nottingham Harmonic Choir. Together with Thoresby Colliery Band they will have you jingling all the way as they perform a mixture of timeless Christmas carols and the very best of traditional and popular music. A perfect evening for the whole family to unwind and embrace the magic of the season!

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4.  Christmas at Lakeside: The Littlest Yak

Saturday 20 December 2025 - Sunday 4 January 2026 | Djanogly Theatre, Lakeside Arts | Tickets: £11.50 -  £13

Looking for a heart-warming, fun-filled family adventure this festive season? The Littlest Yak is the perfect Christmas treat that'll give you that warm and fuzzy feeling this Winter. LAStheatre’s adaptation of Lu Fraser and Kate Hindley’s award-winning picture book brings Gertie’s snowy, mountainous world to life with charming puppets, toe-tapping tunes and a message that will stay with families long after the curtain falls.

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5. The Abominable Snowman

Sunday 21 December | 10.30am & 2pm | Creswell Crags | £10 per child, £8 per adult (not suitable for under 5s)

Santa’s coming to town.. and he’s brought a furry friend. You might be surprised to find out Santa’s Winter Hideaway is hidden in the caves of Creswell Crags, but did you know there’s another white bearded creature waiting to meet you? Join Creswell's Stone Age guide and venture into the deepest and darkest cave to hear tales of winters long ago. And who knows, that white bearded creature might just turn out to be a mysterious but friendly Abominable Snowman – could there even be a little gift waiting?

For little ones, including under 5s, why not take a peak at Santa’s Little Helper’s Workshop (Saturday 20 December) and make your own magical souvenir, or come and meet Santa and his elves at his Winter Hideaway (Saturday 20 December).

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Wherever your weekend takes you, wrap up warm, head out, and make the most of everything our region has to offer!