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Nottinghamshire has plenty to keep you busy this weekend. From the legendary Beat the Streets charity music festival, a brand new exhibition showcasing Andy Warhol’s iconic work and a dazzling drag parody of The Wizard of Oz to getting crafty at Lakeside Arts and frog-tastic pantomime, 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. Beat the Streets
Sunday 25 January 2026 | Various venues across the city | Minimum donation of £15
The annual charity music festival Beat the Streets returns to Nottingham for a legendary day of live music and fundraising. On Sunday 25 January a brilliant line up of talented artists will be bringing a variety of genres to the stage as they perform at some of the best venues in the city, including Rock City, Rescue Rooms and The Bodega. Each year, the festival aims to bring the community together to battle homelessness and raise vital funds for Framework, with all proceeds, including donations, bar, tickets and merch, going directly to homeless charities. From indie-pop, to ambient-rock, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. What’s better than a day spent celebrating Nottinghamshire’s incredible music scene and supporting charity while you’re at it?
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2. Andy Warhol: Pop Icon
Saturday 24 January – Sunday 19 April 2026 | Closed on Mondays | Djanogly Theatre, Lakeside Arts | Tickets £6
The iconic art of the internationally acclaimed American pop artist Andy Warhol is coming to Nottingham’s Lakeside Arts. Kown as a leading figure in the Pop Art movement, his work includes collaborations with artists, friends, filmmakers and celebrities, with images of Marilyn Monroe, Liz Taylor, Warhol himself, and icons of American consumerism on display. The exhibition also includes rarely seen early drawings and illustrations from the 1950s; paintings from the 1980s never exhibited in his lifetime; and lesser-known 'stitched photographs', showcased in his last exhibition before his death. A must see for the art-lovers among us and those fascinated by his work.
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3. The Frog Prince Pantomime
Wednesday 21, Friday 23 & Saturday 24 January 2026 | 7.15pm & 2pm | Carlton-in-Lindrick Civic Centre | Tickets: £10 adults, £8 concessions
If you’re looking for some family friendly fun and a good laugh, pantomime is always a good choice! On Wednesday 21, Friday 23 and Saturday 24 January, The Frog Prince will be hopping onto the stage to bring the enchanting fairytale to life. With a wicked, a royal curse, a daring quest and a delightfully daft dame with her mischievous family in tow, this panto is packed with all the classic ingredients that’ll have you booing the baddies and cheering the heroes. With its dazzling costumes, lively cast, and plenty of opportunities for audience participation, this 'ribbiting' adventure will have everyone croaking with laughter from start to finish. Hop to it and get your tickets for an un-frog-ettable night of entertainment with Lindrick Players!
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4. Textile for Beginners with Ruth Lewis Jones
Saturday 24 January 2026 | 10.30am – 3.30pm | Performing Arts Studio, Lakeside Arts | Price £60
For something a little different this weekend why not try out a textile workshop for beginners with Ruth Lewis Jones at Lakeside Arts’ Performing Arts Studio. Discover the art of appliqué and fabric collage in this playful introduction to decorative textiles. Explore colour, texture, and composition in a relaxed, supportive setting – perfect for beginners looking to get creative with fabric. It’s time to get crafty and let your hands do the talking – who knows, you might be harbouring a talent you didn’t know you had…
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5. The Wizard of Nottz! (A Drag Parody)
Saturday 24 January 2026 | 2pm & 7.30pm | Nottingham Arts Theatre | Tickets: £12.50 to £15
Follow the yellow brick road and head to The Wizard of Nottz! The iconic story of the Wizard of Oz returns to the stage with the dazzling Nottingham Drag Panto. Written, directed, and starring some of the city's finest local drag talents, this full-scale production delivers an even gay-er retelling of the happenings in the Emerald City. You’ll be whisked away to a technicolour world bursting with laugh-out-loud comedy, spectacular costumes, and incredible live performances – so don’t miss out!
Wherever your weekend takes you, don't forget to head out and make the most of everything our region has to offer!
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Nottingham’s annual charity music festival Beat The Streets aims to bring our community together to battle homelessness and raise vital funds for Framework.
Andy Warhol (1928-1987) was an American Pop artist who reimagined what art could be at a time of great social, political and technological change. This survey of works from across his career includes early drawings, painted screenprints and photographic series featuring Warhol's collaborations with artists, friends, filmmakers and celebrities. Images of Marilyn Monroe, Liz Taylor, and Warhol himself feature alongside icons of American consumerism, as well as symbols of the artist's fascination with mortality.
Hopping onto the stage at the Carlton-in-Lindrick Civic Centre this January 2026, this fabulous, family friendly pantomime promises laughter, music, and plenty of fun!
Discover the art of appliqué and fabric collage in this playful introduction to decorative textiles.
Audiences will be whisked away to a technicolour world bursting with laugh-out-loud comedy, spectacular costumes, and incredible live performances.
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