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Nottingham’s live music scene has been thriving for over a decade, with stars such as Jake Bugg, Sleaford Mods, Natalie Duncan and London Grammar all hailing from the city and bringing a flavour of Nottingham’s unique character to the world. But there are still countless acts keeping it local, with live music in many of our fantastic bars and venues almost any night of the week.

Nottingham is of course home to the legendary Rock City, but you can catch more big name touring bands performing at their sister venues of Rescue Rooms and The Bodega. For more offbeat and alternative acts, check out smaller indie venues The Angel Microbrewery and The Chameleon.

Nottingham’s modern art gallery, Nottingham Contemporary, attracts an array of eclectic international and national musicians to their Saturday evening programme of music, with more gigs often throughout the week. The brand new Metronome sees a diverse line-up of moving image, live performance and spoken word from across the country and beyond. To catch the best of Nottingham’s buzzing independent music scene, check out the gig line-up at Southbank City.

Victorian music hall The Malt Cross is a gorgeous venue hosting regular gigs, events and workshops, including Traditional Irish Sessions and open mics every month. Check out a diverse selection of touring bands at Castle Rock's brewery tap The Vat & Fiddle, which is starting to flourish as a centre for live music in the city. Or, if you fancy an elegant evening of dinner and live music, head to Peggy's Skylight in Hockley for Middle Eastern cuisine set to a jazz soundtrack. Further afield in Newark, at Strays Coffee you can catch live jazz at the weekend, best enjoyed with their delicious tapas and excellent coffee.

The Motorpoint Arena Nottingham has hosted world-renowned musical stars such as Sir Elton John, Oasis, The Who and Duran Duran and comedic personalities such as Lee Evans and John Bishop – with amazing stage sets and a huge capacity, this is the place to catch unforgettable legendary shows.

Throughout the year Nottinghamshire holds regular music festivals, including Forest Live, Dot to Dot, Splendour Festival, and homegrown extravaganza Hockley Hustle.

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UB40 at the Motorpoint Arena

UB40 at the Motorpoint Arena

Lace Market, Nottingham

B40 are an English reggae and pop band, formed in Birmingham in 1978. They are embarking on one of their biggest UK tours, playing tracks from their latest album ‘For The Many’, alongside classics such as ‘Red Red Wine’, ‘Food for Thought’ and many…

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From:
16 Mar 2021Open 14:30 -
The Who + Connor Selby at the Motorpoint Arena

The Who + Connor Selby at the Motorpoint Arena

Lace Market, Nottingham

The Who have one of the top three legacies in rock music history, having sold over 100 million records world-wide.

Dates

From:
24 Mar 2021
Stormzy H.I.T.H. World Tour

Stormzy H.I.T.H. World Tour

Nottingham

Stormzy has announced a huge 55-date 'H.I.T.H. World Tour'. With shows spanning Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, North America, UK & Ireland and Africa, the tour marks Stormzy's biggest live offering to date and will arrive at the Motorpoint…

Dates

From:
9 Apr 2021Open 19:30 - 23:00
The Meat Loaf Story: Anything for Love

The Meat Loaf Story: Anything for Love

Nottingham

The highly acclaimed Steve Steinman, now in his 28th year of performing Meat Loaf's back catalogue, brings the hit production Anything for Love to the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on 16 April 2021.

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From:
16 Apr 2021Open 18:30 - 23:00
André Rieu

André Rieu

Nottingham

André Rieu, the Dutch “King of Waltz” who has made classical music accessible to the general public, will bring his Johann Strauss Orchestra back to Nottingham next April.

Dates

From:
22 Apr 2021Open 18:30 - 10:30
Craig David

Craig David

Nottingham

As an epic season of live summer shows draws to a close, Craig David announces his 2020 Anniversary Arena Tour 'Hold That Thought', which comes to the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Friday 23 April 2021.

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From:
23 Apr 2021Open 19:30 - 22:00
Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott - A Free Concert for NHS Workers

Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott - A Free Concert for NHS Workers

Lace Market, Nottingham

Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott have announced a free concert for all NHS frontline and auxiliary staff to take place at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Thursday 29th April 2021.

Dates

From:
29 Apr 2021
Rick Astley Plus Special Guest KT Tunstall

Rick Astley Plus Special Guest KT Tunstall

Lace Market, Nottingham

Rick Astley and KT Tunstall come to Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena as part of their 2020 tour.

Dates

From:
11 May 2021
McFly

McFly

Nottingham

Playing their best-loved mega-hits such as All About You, Obviously, Star Girl, One for the Radio and Shine a Light McFly will showcase their amazing musicianship, showmanship and humour at Nottingham's Motorpoint Arena

Dates

From:
14 May 2021
Little Mix at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Little Mix at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Lace Market, Nottingham

Little Mix at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 May 2021. New album CONFETTI out 6 November!

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From:

17 May 2021to18 May 2021
Pussycat Dolls

Pussycat Dolls

Nottingham

The era defying, chart-topping, button-pushing, mega-group are back! The Pussycat Dolls have announced they are reuniting for a UK tour, performing together for the first time in over a decade.

Dates

From:
22 May 2021
Gary Barlow + Beverley Knight

Gary Barlow + Beverley Knight

NOTTINGHAM

Gary Barlow has announced a brand new solo tour for summer 2021 - Music Played By Humans - The Tour. Stopping off at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on 9 June 2021, Gary will hit the road with a full orchestra, playing 15 shows in 13 cities around…

Dates

From:
9 June 2021
Lionel Richie Concert

Lionel Richie Concert

Nottingham

Friday 11 June 2021 Victoria Embankment, Nottingham
International superstar Lionel Richie is coming to Nottingham to play a special outdoor concert in the beautiful surroundings of Victoria Embankment. With a capacity of 18,000, the concert…

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From:
11 June 2021
Haim plus special guests - The One More Haim Tour

Haim plus special guests - The One More Haim Tour

NOTTINGHAM

Taking place at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Saturday 19 June 2021, ‘The One More Haim Tour’ will see the band performing their biggest UK shows to date.

Dates

From:
19 June 2021
JLS Live at Motorpoint Arena

JLS Live at Motorpoint Arena

Nottingham

Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 June 2021 (rescheduled from December 2020) Motorpoint Arena Nottingham Tickets: from: £34.54
Since the band’s inception in 2007, JLS reimagined the modern boyband and made their mark on British music through their…

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From:

22 June 2021to23 June 2021
CANCELLED: Walled Garden Festival

CANCELLED: Walled Garden Festival

Newark, Nottingham

The Walled Garden Music Festival is a totally new Americana Festival at Thoresby Park in the Nottinghamshire countryside

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From:

9 July 2021to11 July 2021Open 10:00 - 23:00
Splendour Festival 2021

Splendour Festival 2021

Nottingham

Internationally renowned artists will once again share the stage with local upcoming talents for this one-day family-friendly festival at Nottingham's Wollaton Hall and Deer Park.

Venue

Wollaton Hall and Park, Nottingham

Dates

From:
24 July 2021
Simple Minds

Simple Minds

Nottingham

Due to phenomenal demand Simple Minds have added five extra UK arena dates to their world tour in 2020 celebrating 40 iconic years. The tour will stop off at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Saturday 21 August 2021.

Dates

From:
21 Aug 2021Various Opening Times
Simply Red

Simply Red

Lace Market, Nottingham

Returning to the city for the first time since their ‘Star’s’ anniversary tour, Mick Hucknall and co will play Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Friday 8 October 2021.

Dates

From:
8 Oct 2021
The Four Tops and The Temptations

The Four Tops and The Temptations

THE LACE MARKET, NOTTINGHAM

Performing at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham on Saturday 9 October 2021, The Four Tops and The Temptations hold a special place in the hearts of British fans.

Dates

From:
9 Oct 2021