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The Original Nottingham Ghost Walk is a storytelling tour around the Castle Quarter of the city. It is easy walking, about 1/2 mile long and takes approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours.

The complex network of caves hidden beneath Nottingham’s streets have had a firm influence on the fabric of the city’s history.

The world premiere of a brand new musical that will simply sweep you off your feet! An Officer and a Gentleman is based on the Oscar-winning film starring Richard Gere.

UB40 featuring Ali, Astro and Mickey announce a Nottinghamshire forest date this summer.

The career of Dutch violin superstar André Rieu spans more than 30 years – he is not only a first-class entertainer, he is the “King of Waltz”. And he sure knows how to stage a grand show including romantic moments and witty twists.

Take a fairy tale flight to Neverland this Christmas in the swashbuckling family adventure Peter Pan.

The Nottingham Comedy Festival will be back for the 10th time between the 2nd and 10th November 2018.

Nottingham's best loved FREE Fireworks display is back at the Forest Recreation Ground!

With 103 album releases, 123 single hits and the equivalent of 20 years spent in the UK charts, voted Britain’s “Ultimate Pop Star”, Sir Cliff Richard will be celebrating his 60th Anniversary in the music business.

Due to major redevelopments at Nottingham Castle, for the next three years the annual Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival will be moving to the Motorpoint Arena in 2018, 2019 and 2020, with hopefully a return to Nottingham Castle in 2021 if this proves possible.

Save the date! Mayhem Film Festival returns to Broadway for its 14th edition.

Following a record-breaking UK and Ireland Tour, the smash hit blockbuster is back – and larger than life!

Kylie Minogue, currently on a high with her brand-new track 'Dancing', will bring her extraordinary creativity as a live performer back to the stage this autumn when she plays a UK and Ireland tour stopping off at the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham Thursday 20 September 2018.

Festival of Food and Drink offers great food, the fabulous producers behind the brands, award winners, special guests, exciting traders, delicious dishes to try from fantastic Street Food, Pop Up’s, cafés, bars, cocktails and much more!

The Riverside Festival is Nottingham's biggest free festival weekend offering three days of family entertainment. It is a unique and fun festival covering one mile along the banks of the River Trent, at Victoria Embankment, adjacent to Trent Bridge.

The Robin Hood Festival returns for its 34th year in 2018 at Sherwood Forest. 

The Nottingham Carnival is set to return for what will be a vibrant event boasting high quality show stopping carnival costumes and first class entertainment for all.

Nottingham’s favourite family festival returns to the beautiful setting of Wollaton Park on Saturday 21 July 2018.

This year Nottinghamshire Pride will take place on 28th July in Nottingham City Centre.

Forget the snow, the dates for the returning Nottingham Beach in Old Market Square have been announced from Saturday, July 14 at 10am until Sunday, September 2 at 11pm

From the acclaimed producers of Horrible Histories comes the award-winning West End production of this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK’s best-selling author for children.

Don’t forget to book your stay with us here at Mercure Nottingham City Centre too!

In the final hours of 14th April 1912 the RMS Titanic, on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, collided with an iceberg and ‘the unsinkable ship’ slowly sank.

Whether you’re sorting the tickets for this show or turning up when you’re told to, welcome. 

Showcasing the finest in traditional circus thrills and skills, Cirque Berserk celebrates the 250th anniversary of the invention of Circus by bringing this treasured form of live entertainment bang up-to-date in a jaw-dropping spectacular created especially for the theatre.

Nine-time GRAMMY AWARD recipient, Sheryl Crow is an American music icon. Her nine studio albums have sold 35 million copies worldwide; seven of them charted in the Top 10 and five were certified for Multi-Platinum sales.

Newark Festival is back for its seventh year running, with another stellar-line up of stars, this year headlined by Marti Pellow, along with Kim Wilde, Go West, Nick Heyward, Limahl and The Fizz on Saturday 16 June 2018.

The Nature Valley Open is a combined women's and men's tennis tournament of WTA International level and ATP Challenger level.

The Curious Tavern, is situated in Nottingham's oldest hotel, constructed in 1822, and formerly known as "The George". The tavern is part of an establishment steeped in history.

Lost Property is a top secret bar curiously located at 7.5 Carlton Street and to get in to this exclusive venue you'll need to "make an appointment" and you would be glad you did.

Nottingham’s newest bar is cool, in all senses of the word. Located within The Mercure Hotel Nottingham. It’s so cool, deep underground in medieval caves, that revellers might need a faux fur throw from the trunk in the corner to keep cosy Located eight metres beneath the streets of Hockley, the Lost Caves are a new £50,000 addition to the city’s vibrant bar scene.

Robin Hood – local legend and master of disguise – will bring merriment to the streets of Nottingham this summer through a unique world-class sculpture trail.

Prepare to be stunned by incredible routines in three different explosive gymnastics disciplines. Young British gymnasts will wow the crowds with exhilarating skills on the trampoline, breath-taking twisting somersaults on the tumble track and precise, high-flying stunts on the double-mini trampoline.

This year, The Monster dares you to let loose your inner child as the world’s biggest bouncy castle experience announces a full UK tour, stopping in Nottingham from 20-22 July.

The dazzling $20 million production has been seen by over 9 million people in more than 250 counties around the world.​​​​​​​

Due to phenomenal demand, a second Nottingham date, Sunday 9 September, has been added to The League of Gentlemen Live Again! 2018 Tour.

Chilling, gripping and filled with unforeseen twists and revelations, this new thriller has been commissioned by Theatre Royal Bath from award-winning dramatist Simon Reade, previously Literary Manager at the Royal Shakespeare Company, This world premiere production reunites the dream team of Robert Powell and Liza Goddard following huge acclaim for their performances in Single Spies and Relatively Speaking.

On Thursday 21^st June 2018 he’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit.

The world's best are heading to Trent Bridge in 2018 for a trio of international fixtures. England first visit Nottingham on Tuesday 19 June, with a One-Day International contest against Australia.

Plunge the depths of the Sherwood Forest and discover penny bun mushrooms and oyster fungus at their best. 

Wollaton Hall is an Elizabethan country house located on a small but prominent hill in Wollaton Park, Nottingham.

The house is now Nottingham Natural History Museum, with Nottingham Industrial Museum in the out-buildings.

Click here to book a night stay and take a trip to Wollaton Hall. 

The tranquil waters of the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve in Nottingham set the landscape for discovering and watching wildlife at its best. 

Take part in Cadbury's Easter Egg hunt near Mercure Nottingham City Centre Hotel 

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Nottingham Theatre Royal panto Beauty and the Beast, book a night stay at Mercure Nottingham City Centre hotel now and save up to 40%. 

Experience Cinderella and book a night stay with up to 40% off. 

This year, Nottingham’s Winter Wonderland at Market Square has introduced a brand new attraction, the Sur La Piste Bar. Table service is available at this impressive ski lodge-inspired bar, complete with a whole host of live entertainment.

The Nottingham Goose Fair is an annual travelling funfair held at the Forest Recreation Ground in Nottingham, England, during the first week of October. 

We are all excited to see the return of boxing to Motorpoint Arena Nottingham, and even more so to see Lee ‘The Renovator’ Froch follow in the footsteps of his younger brother, Carl Froch. He will be partaking in his next fight on the 29^th of September, ready to defend his title.

If you’re ready to be bewitched by his mesmerising vocal, and awed by his stage presence, then head over to Rock City on the 14^th of October, and be prepared for the performance of a lifetime.

Decapitated will be preforming at 29 different locations in the UK this year, and on the 9^th of November, they will be stopping in Nottingham. Be sure to book your tickets in advance to attend this spectacular event at the Rescue Rooms Nottingham.

Blondie will be preforming their major hits, such as Heart of Glass, Atomic, The Tide is High, and many more. Their last visit to Nottingham was over 4 years ago, and their return is most welcome.

The seaside will once again arrive in the city as the Nottingham Beach lands in the Old Market Square.

So make sure to attend, and the on 4^th of December, get ready to be blown away by the raw talent you will experience. 

Watching a show with both Gogol Bordello and Lucky Chops will not leave you disappointed.

Watching them perform is always a treat, and with them performing so soon, you now have the opportunity.

Their shows always generate exciting atmospheres, perfect for when you want to be hyped up and enjoying your night out. 

DIZZEE RASCAL Live In Rock City Main Hall.

Phil Collins announces extra tour dates including Nottingham in November.

There's just so much to do for families at Holme Pierrepont Country Park. You can try individual activities, or combine a few in a great value package.

Wollaton Hall, Nottingham, will host the main exhibition, with a complementary exhibition at Lakeside Arts, running from 1 July – 29 October 2017.

Dot To Dot Festival has established itself as the UK’s premier festivals for unearthing the hottest new talent around, alongside established acts from all over the globe.

Visit the Attenborough Nature Centre.  The centre is an award winning eco-friendly visitor venue, surrounded by the tranquil waters of the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve. Activities take place throughout the year.

The Improvised Musical which comes to Nottingham in April.

Nottingham's landmarks will be seen at sunrise when the brand new event comes to the city this Summer.