Things to do in Nottingham this week including the Nottingham Makers Market!

Happy Monday Nottingham! ☀️ still got that mid-January lull? No worries, we’ve lined up the perfect week to shake things up. Plenty of local events to get you through the week! Let’s go.

In today’s Local Scoop:

• Nottingham Makers Market this Saturday!

• Various activities from Monday to Sunday!

• Live Music for the week ahead

Let’s get to it.

— Local Scoop Nottingham

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK?

Monday

Salsa & Bachata Mondays - The Embankment Pub
7:00 PM
Salsa & Bachata Mondays in Nottingham at The Embankment (Pub & Kitchen) from 7pm!
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Wednesday

New Year, Healthier You? - Nottingham Central Library
11:00 AM
Boost your wellbeing during Health Information Week! Call in to Central Library for a free Health MOT, information and support on any lifestyle changes you wish to make, help with using the NHS Account to manage your healthcare, tours of the library and a gentle lunchtime stroll along the canal.
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Thursday

Tapas & Tipples – Thursdays at The Winchester
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Thursdays at the Winchester are perfect for cosy nights out with tasty drinks. If that's not quite enough to tempt you out, They are offering a very special deal of total deliciousness with Vagari World Tapas and Kitchen.
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Chris McCausland - Yonks - Nottingham Playhouse
8:30 PM
Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making.
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Saturday

Free Motion Embroidery Workshop - Sewing B
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Discover the art of Free Motion Embroidery in this fun and hands-on workshop! Whether you're new to this technique or looking to sharpen your skills, this class is perfect for all skill levels.
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Saturday Art Club - Gregory Boulevard
11:30 AM
Kickstart your Saturday with these free drop-in creative workshops, which make space for creative learning and lots of fun.
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Family Craft Club - Broadway Cinema
12:00 PM
Join in for a monthly drop-in family craft club session, led by Broadway’s Emma Gray. Pop in before watching a film, enjoy a cup of coffee (if you’re a parent) or something from the kids’ lunch menu (if you’re a kid), and take part in some low-key, no-previous-skills-required crafting. All materials are provided.
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Solo Exhibition - George Thornton Art
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Solo Exhibition 25th January 1-4pm at George Thornton Art, launching new style mosaic artworks and 2 new print collections. Full ‘This is England’ collection and full retrospective print collection on display. Available as high quality, framed giclee prints, limited editions, and deluxe acrylic editions. David Bowie, Biggie Smalls, Debbie Harry, and XL beach drone featured.
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From Kyiv to The Kosmos - Nottingham Ukrainian Club
8:30 PM
The evening is a mix of stories and acoustic music that covers the core of their career. Surviving Canadian bears, the Ukrainian Mafia, and even getting their music into space - expect to hear about their amazing cultural journey.
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The Carpenters Experience - Nottingham Arts Centre
8:30 PM
The UK’s leading Carpenters show, featuring the astonishing voice of Maggie Nestor and eight top-class musicians, capturing the sights and sounds of the amazing talents of Richard and Karen Carpenter.
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An Evening with Tony Adams – Arsenal Legend - Crowne Plaza Nottingham
6:00 PM
Don’t miss this incredible evening with Arsenal and England icon Tony Adams, hosted at the Crowne Plaza Nottingham on Saturday. Hear inspiring stories from one of football’s greatest captains, both on and off the pitch, in an intimate setting.
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ACTIVITY ALLEY

Nottingham Makers Market
📅 - Saturday 25th January
⏰ - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 - St. Mary’s Church, High Pavement, NG1 1HN
🎟️ - £2.50 (Under 12s go free!)

Pop down to St. Mary’s Church this Saturday for the Craft & Flea Market, a brilliant mix of local makers, designers, and vintage collectors. Expect everything from handmade ceramics and candles to unique jewellery and vintage treasures. It’s not your average craft fair—each stall is carefully curated to showcase the best creativity and craftsmanship Nottingham has to offer.

Potato Day 2025 – Nottingham Organic Gardeners
📅 - Date: Saturday 25th January
⏰ - 11:00 AM
📍 - Location & Map Directions: Sherwood United Reformed Church, 6 Edwards Lane
🎟️ - Free entry

Join the Nottingham Organic Gardeners for their annual Potato Day on Saturday, held at Sherwood United Reformed Church. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or trying your hand at potatoes for the first time, this is the ultimate event for gardening enthusiasts. With 35 varieties of seed potatoes, onion sets, shallots, gardening stalls, and expert talks, there’s plenty to dig into! Don’t forget to stop by the café for some scrumptious homemade cakes.

FRESH EXPERIENCES

Valuation Day at Mellors & Kirk
📅 - Date: Friday 24th January
⏰ - Time: 11:00am – 5:00pm
📍 - Location & Map Directions: The Auction House, Gregory Street
🎟️ - Free

Have a hidden treasure tucked away? Bring your ceramics, jewellery, art, books, coins, medals, and more to Mellors & Kirk for a free valuation on Friday. Their experts will be at The Auction House on Gregory Street from 11am to 5pm, ready to assess your items and provide expert advice.

Radical Wisdom: Introduction to Buddhism & Meditation Course
📅 - Date: Tuesdays from 21st January – 2nd March (day retreat)
⏰ - Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 - Location & Map Directions: Nottingham Buddhist Centre, 9 St Mary’s Pl, Lace Market, NG1 1PH
🎟️ - Tickets: Donation-based (suggested £95, but all are welcome regardless of ability to pay)

Discover a fresh perspective on life with this six-week course at the Nottingham Buddhist Centre, starting on Tuesday, at 7:30pm – 9:30pm. Learn two key Buddhist meditation practices and explore powerful wisdom teachings that can help navigate modern challenges while unlocking joy and meaning. The course concludes with a day retreat on Sunday 2nd March.

LIVE MUSIC

Get ready to fill your weekend with great tunes and lively vibes. Here’s your guide to the best live music happening this week.

Monday

• Mogwai - Rough Trade - 7:00 PM

Wednesday

• The Weather Station Live - Rough Trade - 7:00 PM

• Colin Staples - The Navigation Inn - 10:00 PM

Thursday

• Mutagenic Host - Billy Bootleggers - 7:30 PM

Friday

• The Goodness - Billy Bootleggers - 5:00 PM

• Friday Night Live - The Corner House - 7:00 PM

• Ska Night - Top Spot Club - 8:00 PM

• The Sad Emo Club - Saltbox Bar - 9:00 PM

Saturday

• The Pleasing - Billy Bootleggers - 1:00 PM

• Moonlight Mass - The Old Salutation Inn - 3:00 PM

• The Meffs Live - Rescue Rooms - 7:30 PM

• Bloodstock - Tap n Tumbler - 8:00 PM

• Burns Night - The City Ground - 8:00 PM

• Barry Steele Presents The Roy Orbison Story - Royal Concert Hall - 8:00 PM

• Swing Gitan Live - The Gladstone - 9:00 PM

• The Vale Social Club Live Music - 9:00 PM

• Seven Dark Lords - Billy Bootleggers - 9:00 PM

• Martin Jackson Live Acoustic - The Bulls Well - 9:00 PM

• On Repeat: One Direction - Tunnel - 11:30 PM

• The Horizon Party - Billy Bootleggers - 12:00 AM

Sunday

• Evil Scarecrow at Beat The Streets - Rock City - 2:00 PM

• American Legends - The Junction at Underwood - 4:00 PM

WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday

10°C 🌡️ 4°C | 🌫️ Light rain changing to cloudy in the afternoon.

Saturday

7°C 🌡️ 2°C | 🌫️ Partly cloudy changing to sunny intervals by late morning.

Sunday

9°C 🌡️ 6°C | 🌫️ Overcast
Temperature readings taken from the Met Office the night before publication

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