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Here's the lowdown on future city centre initiatives and events, as well as the latest on Nottingham's shops and eateries and other important news.

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Independent CityChristmas Market at Nottingham Castle
People walking through a festive outdoor market with lights, stalls and warm winter drinks.
Independent CityGot any questions about our Christmas Market?
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Managed CityWebsite launches to improve city centre safety
Wrapped Christmas gifts and a Nottingham gift card stacked beside a decorated festive tree.
Promoted CityThe Nottingham Gift Card – the gift that gives twice
Woman clothes shopping in Nottingham
Promoted CityNottingham Gift Card
Child with bright tiger face paint at Nottingham Castle Christmas Market.
Promoted CityChristmas events in Nottingham 2025
A yellow Nottingham bus labelled ‘Not In Service’ parked on a wet road with trees behind it.
Managed CityHelp Bring Nottingham’s Safe Bus to Life
Soapbox racer wearing goggles and safety gear riding a custom-built cart down the track.
Promoted CityGet ready Nottingham — the It’s in Nottingham Super Soapbox Challenge is coming in May 2026!
Person in a red dress clapping at a busy evening event in a bar with a crowd behind
Managed CityNottingham Best Bar None 2025 – Celebrating the city’s safest and best venues
Two stage performers at Nottingham Playhouse dancing in colourful costumes against a painted countryside backdrop.
Promoted CityNottingham Playhouse has launched its Double the Magic fundraising campaign
Robin Hood–themed bunny mascot holds an adventure trail booklet in front of Nottingham Castle.
Promoted CityFree family trail that you don't want to miss!
Colourful illustrated poster showing the text ‘Notts Zine Fest 25’ surrounded by bold doodles.
Promoted CityNotts Zine Fest 2025
Person standing on a small green bridge inside an immersive floral room inspired by Monet’s garden.
Promoted CityStunning immersive art experiences coming to Motorpoint Arena
Colourful inflatable monster installation outside John Lewis at Nottingham’s Victoria Centre at night.
Promoted CityRooftop Monsters are set to return to Nottingham city centre this Halloween!
A shop assistant in a blue apron giving tasters of a tea from a tin labelled 'strawberry lemonade'
Promoted CityThe best student discounts in Nottingham
Nottingham Council House illuminated with colourful Light Night projections as crowds gather.
Promoted CityIt’s in Nottingham ballot results
Parent and child clapping together at a lively indoor event with others gathered around.
Promoted CityYoung Hustler's immersive city festival to take children 'around the world'
Pink cherry blossom hanging over a row of red-brick Nottingham buildings on a sunny day.
Green Healthy CityJoin the Wilder Nottinghamshire Movement – and shine a spotlight on your business!
Crowded indoor student event with colourful decorations, stalls and people browsing displays.
Promoted CityIt’s in Nottingham Student Village returns to Victoria Centre – Thursday 2 October 2025
A close up of french toast with bananas, blueberries and syrup
Promoted CityBreakfast spots in Nottingham city centre
A close up of autumnal leaves on a tree
Promoted CityFeel the Autumn vibe in Nottingham
Four people clinking glasses of red wine over a table filled with pizza, pasta and grilled dishes.
Promoted CityBest places to get a Sunday roast in Nottingham city centre
People seated at a window bar inside a café or bar while a curly-haired dog stands nearby.
Promoted CityDog-friendly places in Nottingham
Two young children at an indoor event, one reading a leaflet while the other relaxes in a buggy.
Promoted CityMake a day of it: Family fun along the Robin Hood Adventure Trail
Friends sat on outdoor seating outside a pub with beers on the table
Promoted CityBeer gardens in the city centre
Family sharing a meal in a restaurant, with a child offering food to an adult at the table.
Promoted CityFamily-friendly restaurants in Nottingham
Two young children laughing as they slide down a bright red indoor slide.
Promoted CityThe best family days out in Nottingham
Two people sitting by a café window overlooking Nottingham’s city centre streets.
Promoted CityNottingham's best coffee spots you don’t want to miss
Nottingham’s Theatre Royal shown on a sunny day, with people sitting on nearby benches and trees in leaf.
Promoted CityTheatre Royal celebrates 160 glorious years entertaining Nottingham audiences
Painted street planter with colourful flowers and a “Nottingham’s Bee Highway” info sign.
Green Healthy CityWe've teamed up with Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust to champion nature in the city
5 of the It's in Nottingham team picking litter on Old Market Square in the sunshine.
Green Healthy CityBecome a Nottingham Clean Champion – and play Litter Bug Bingo!
The snack bar at Vue Cinema Nottingham, with popcorn, nachos, m&m and f'real serving cabinets.
Promoted CityVue Cinema opens in Nottingham
Hotel receptionist handing a key card to a guest at the Crowne Plaza Nottingham front desk.
Promoted CityHotels in Nottingham
A hand holding a glass of ale in a pub
Promoted CityLove caves, or beer? In Nottingham you can explore both…
Three actors at the National Justice Museum in period costumes posing on a historic courtroom set with wooden panels.
Promoted CityNational Justice Museum launches new annual pass
Close-up of curry in a skillet with rice, naan and coriander on a plate in front.
Promoted CityNine must-visit Indian restaurants in Nottingham city centre
A close up of a bartender pulling a pint
Promoted CityAle trails in Nottingham city centre
A hand of someone whisking matcha to make drinks
Promoted CityMatcha spots in Nottingham city centre
Three archers – two athletes and a costumed Robin Hood – pose with their bows in Old Market Square.
Promoted CityNottingham to host 2028 European Archery Championships
Safety officer in a red “Safer City Partnership” vest speaks on a radio with colleague nearby.
Managed CityNottingham’s Safer City Partnership
Volunteers in bright pink Events Crew vests litter picking on a city street near a historic building
Green Healthy CityNottingham's community spirit in action
A city wayfinding sign points towards Sneinton Market, Broadway Cinema, Nottingham Tourism Centre and more.
Promoted CityGetting about in Nottingham
Hands holding sparklers and glasses of champagne during a festive celebration.
Promoted CityTop picks for a cracking graduation meal in the city centre
Person walking into a shop carrying multiple branded shopping bags during a seasonal sale.
Managed CityOur Business Crime Reduction Partnership
A young woman singing on stage
Promoted CityLive music in Nottingham
Group of smiling adults in party hats posing in a line beside a blue Nottingham bus.
Promoted City All aboard for Nottingham City of Literature's anniversary journey
Group photo of staff celebrating Nottingham’s Purple Flag gathered indoors beneath a large display screen.
Managed CityNottingham retains prestigious Purple Flag award for another year!
Hands reaching for food and drinks on a neon-lit restaurant table with cocktails and small plates.
Promoted CityBottomless Brunches in Nottingham - The ultimate guide!
Three young adults playing shuffleboard together in a brightly lit indoor games venue.
Managed CityNottingham's Safe Space Pledge
An overhead photo of a pizza with cheese and green leaves
Promoted CityThe best pizza in Nottingham
Two women wearing party hats sat at a table with two men and some empty glasses
Managed CityNottingham – a vibrant, safe place to play
Person browsing colourful vintage clothes on rails in an independent basement shop
Promoted CityGo vintage
The lower half of a woman carrying a paper shopping bag near to Old Market Square, Nottingham
Promoted CityShopping in Nottingham
People sharing a colourful spread of dishes around a table, with plates, salads and flatbreads.
Promoted CityNottingham's best vegan and veggie restaurants
Soft-focus raindrops creating circular ripples on a dark reflective water surface
Promoted CityRainy day activities in Nottingham city centre - making the most of a wet day
A decorative china cup and tea pot laid on a table in front of a menu for Afternoon Tea
Promoted CityAfternoon tea in Nottingham city centre
A half bottle of cognac, and a wig from the National Justice Museum's collection
Promoted CityNew free exhibition opens at National Justice Museum
A close up of a row of handheld weights in a gym
Promoted CityNottingham city centre gyms you need to check out
A close up of a fork which holds a twist of spaghetti coated in pesto
Promoted CityThe best Italian restaurants in Nottingham city centre
An overhead spread of grilled meats, tacos, salads and sides on a rustic wooden table.
Promoted CitySix great steakhouses and steak restaurants in Nottingham
A cheeseburger topped with bacon served with fries on a white plate in a restaurant setting.
Promoted CityThe best burgers in Nottingham
Close-up of a loaded burger and fries in a takeaway tray with a gloved hand serving the food
Promoted CityNottingham Restaurants: The top city centre spots
Bright yellow public defibrillator box with clear 999 emergency instructions mounted on a grey wall.
Managed CityIt's in Nottingham expands life saving defibrillator network
Friends raising drinks together at a wooden table inside a relaxed bar setting.
Promoted City30 great pubs to visit in Nottingham
A woman and man sketching ideas in their notebooks sat at a graffitied park bench.
Promoted CityNottingham Poetry Festival
Large event screen displaying The Duckies – It’s in Nottingham Business Awards at a venue.
Working CityThe Duckies 2025: Celebrating Nottingham's high street heroes
People enjoying a lively meal together at a restaurant table filled with shared dishes.
Promoted CityNottingham Restaurant Week
Hands adding chilli to a bowl of Vietnamese soup, surrounded by herbs and spring rolls.
Promoted CityNottingham Restaurant Week: Where the It's in Nottingham team is heading to
A plate of meatballs served on couscous with yoghurt and pomegranate seeds, with olives in the foreground.
Promoted CityNottingham Restaurant Week: FAQs
Smiling adult and child holding a potted plant at a plant swap stall during an outdoor festival.
Promoted CityGet ready for Green Hustle
Six people posing together indoors, standing and sitting around a blue metal step ladder.
Promoted CityPublic art plans for Maid Marian Way
A hand reaching to pick up a trainer from an in-store display
Managed CityNew app allows information sharing between city centre businesses
Two people chatting at an outdoor café table with empty glasses and plants nearby.
Promoted CityNottingham's veteran restaurants
The exterior of the Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham in sunshine.
Green Healthy CityMotorpoint Arena leads development of a green guide for UK arenas
A Hytera body cam on a table in a bar with people on a night out in the background
Managed CityInnovative tech will make Nottingham’s city centre safer
The 'Standing in this Place' statue for Nottingham.
Promoted CityUK-first bronze sculpture for Nottingham’s Green Heart
Families take part in free arts and crafts activities at an outdoor stall in Old Market Square.
Promoted CitySuperpowers at Nottingham Castle - A festival of fun, family and feel-good vibes!
Two DJs mixing music in a brightly lit modern venue with patterned walls behind them
Promoted CityThe ultimate student guide to Nottingham
A woman looks through a rail of clothing at Lucy & Yak, Nottingham
Promoted CityMust-visit clothes shops in Nottingham
Welfare staff at Rock City, Nottingham
Managed CityDHP family backing freshers welfare with Ask for Angela ambassador
Four of the It's in Nottingham team holding rainbow umbrellas while standing on a colourful pride-themed street crossing in Hockley, Nottingham
Promoted City Vibrant makeover for Hockley's iconic rainbow roads
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle and pizza bath bombs made at Lush
Green Healthy CityThink, shop and move green!
Brightly painted building façades in Bridlesmith Gate featuring bold murals and shopfronts
Independent CityShop independent: It’s in Nottingham
Three women making bathbombs at a Lush workshop
Promoted CityTake a Moment - wellness tips for busy people
A close up of purple flowers and greenery alongside a planter in Nottingham
Green Healthy CityParklets: Small spaces with big impact
A pink and blue striped mural in the background with tree branches and leaves in the foreground
Green Healthy CityLess Grey, More Green: Green Healthy Nottingham
A young girl and woman planting a yellow plant at Old Market Square, Nottingham
Promoted CityThousands come together for Green Hustle in Nottingham
A rainbow painted bus at Notts Pride with a crowd wearing rainbow accessories in front of it
Promoted CityNotts Pride 2025
A blue zero emission electric bus run by Nottingham City Transport
Green Healthy CityNottingham’s new electric bus fleet
Woman sitting on steps using her phone with the large green Nottingham mural behind her.
Promoted CityFall in love with your city
Friends enjoying drinks together outdoors, laughing and chatting in a busy bar area.
Promoted CityComedy in Nottingham
Three people walk near Broadmarsh Car Park, Nottingham among grasses and flowers
Promoted CityLooking for the light
A woman and man at a restaurant table doing cheers with their drinks
Promoted CityValentine's and Galentine's in Nottingham city centre
Fire engine and branded van parked in front of Nottingham Council House on a bright day.
Managed CitySafe space scheme expands to city’s streets
Four people posing with certificates in front of the Rescue Rooms sign in Nottingham
Managed CityTwo Nottingham bus drivers honoured with NPW Star Awards for protecting vulnerable student
Team celebrating on stage beneath a large screen reading ‘Tug of War 2025 World Championships Nottingham
Promoted CityEngland shine on home soil at the 2025 World Tug of War Championships
Costumed performers in mirrored outfits and a gold showgirl posing outside a busy nightlife venue.
Managed CitySafer festive nights out in Nottingham
Nottingham's Big Red Bow lit up on Bridlesmith House
Promoted CityNottingham's Big Red Bow
Alex Flint, CEO at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Alex
Andrew Baker Napier, Marketing and Communications Manager at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Andrew
Jake Epton, Project Executive at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Jake
Judi Coppel, Campaigns and Sponsorship Executive at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Judi
Kat Panaretaki, Business Liason Officer at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Kat
Lottie Safa, Business Liason Officer at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Lottie
Nathan Hunt, Operations Manager at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Nathan
Rich Lane, Head of Operations and Business Crime at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Rich
Sam Griffin, Business Engagement Officer at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Sam
Vicky Trotman, Project Executive at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Vicky
Amy Coulson, Sponsorship, Events & Project Manager at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Amy
Anoushka Shyamanoor, Marketing Executive at It's in Nottingham
Working CityMeet the team: Anoushka
A promotional image for Nottingham Varsity Ice Hockey, including two ice hockey players in action.
Promoted CityNottingham Varsity Series is back
Noel Gallagher on stage singing with his High Flying Birds band
Promoted CitySplendour Festival 2025 is less than a month away!
Heart installation at Nottingham Council House during Light Night
Promoted CityNottingham Light Night 2025
A group of children around a table making paper lanterns. They're wearing outdoor winter coats.
Promoted CityWhat else to do during Nottingham Light Night: Staff picks and more!
Two female entertainers at Ay Up Market, Nottingham wearing stilts, long skirts and flowers as wigs
Independent CityAy-Up Market 2025
Two people laughing together while holding drinks at an outdoor table in Nottingham.
Promoted CityMake Mum's day in Nottingham city centre
Nottingham's Big Red Bow lit up on Bridlesmith House
Promoted CityOur competitions
A row of colourful street art murals displayed along a large urban building in Nottingham.
Promoted CityNottingham, get ready — the city’s streets are about to burst into colour again this September!
The It's in Nottingham team
Working CityJoin the It's in Nottingham team
The entrance to the Motorpoint Arena in Nottingham on a clear day.
Promoted CityNottingham to welcome thousands of Ice Hockey fans for annual showpiece
A logo for Art Fest Nottingham
Promoted CityArt Fest Nottingham: A celebration of local creativity
The exterior of the Palais, Nottingham taken in black and white
Promoted CityDHP family celebrates 100 years of dancing at The Palais
People walking into Victoria Centre beneath a large digital screen displaying colourful graphics.
Promoted CityMeet the Heroes of Nottingham!
People gathered at tables in a colourful outdoor bar area lit with warm lights at dusk.
Managed CityDHP Family's Michele Somers scoops Pubwatch award
Two men stood at the foot of an ornate stairwell smiling at the camera
Managed CityMeet our Best Bar None Awards Sponsors
Crowds walking under colourful ribbons towards a lit bandstand at an outdoor Christmas market.
Independent CityIndie Market Trader Applications (currently closed)
Musician smiling while performing on stage, lit by colourful spotlights.
Promoted CityTickets now on sale for October's biggest ever Hockley Hustle