Things to do in Nottingham this week including: The Vintage Kilo Sale, Retro Gaming Expo & a Communitree Arts Festival!

Happy Monday! Whether you fancy a kilo of vintage clothes, a deep dive into gaming nostalgia, or 300 steps through Wollaton Hall’s hidden history, Nottingham’s got you sorted this week. There are record fairs, Funko fan meetups, street markets, improv workshops, classic car shows, and more singles events than a Love Island casting call!

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🗓️ WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK?

🛍️ - Vintage Superstore Kilo Sale – Pay by the Kilo, Dress Like a Legend
📍 - St Mary’s Church
📅 - Saturday 26th July
⏰ - 11:00 AM - 4:00PM
🎟️ - £3 Early Bird | £2 General Entry
📷 - @vintagesuperstore

Nine tonnes of handpicked vintage? Go on then. The Vintage Superstore Kilo Sale is back in Nottingham with rails full of 60s to Y2K style, all priced by weight at just £20 per kilo. Fill a bag, weigh it, pay, and pray someone doesn’t clock you’ve bagged that branded windbreaker for £4. Heavy items are capped at £20 each and stock is topped up all day, so no need to panic buy. Bring your fashion sense, not your suitcase — they’ll give you a bag on the door.

🍔 SCRUMPTIOUS SCOOP

🍢 - Zhug - Spice, Skewers & Seriously Good Cocktails
📍 - 189 Bramcote Lane
⏰ - Tue - Sat: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
⏰ - Sun: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📷 - @zhugnottingham

Zhug brings Middle Eastern flavours to Bramcote Lane with gyros, falafel, grilled skewers and mezze that hits the mark. The menu is fully halal, with plenty of choice for vegan, veggie and gluten-free diets. Whether you’re after a quick bite or a cocktail with friends, it’s a laid-back spot that delivers every time.

🎭 ACTIVITY ALLEY

🕹️ - NottsVGE – Retro Games, Rare Finds & Serious Button Bashing
📍- Harvey Hadden Sports Village
📅 - 26th - 27th July
⏰ - Sat: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
⏰ - Sun: 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
🎟️ - From £2.88 (student discount available)
📷 - @nottsvge

NottsVGE is back, and it's packed with classic consoles, rare games, indie developers, and more merch than your shelves can handle. Whether you're after a childhood favourite or just fancy trying your hand at some pixelated nostalgia, there’s plenty to get stuck into. Cosplay is welcome, parking’s free, and yes, they’ve thought about snacks too.

🎭 FRESH EXPERIENCES

🏰 - Hidden History Tour - Caves, Kitchens & Ghosts of Banquets Past
📍 - Wollaton Hall
📅 - 26th July
⏰ - 11:00 AM
🎟️ - £8 per person (+ standard Hall admission)
📷 - @wollatonhall

If you’ve ever wondered what’s lurking under the floorboards at Wollaton Hall, now’s your chance to find out. The Hidden History Tour takes you from the top-floor Prospect Room with rooftop views, all the way down to underground corridors and Admiral’s Bath. Throw in some Tudor kitchens and 300 steps worth of history, and you’ve got yourself a workout with storytelling. Not one for toddlers or anyone hoping for a flat walk, but absolutely worth the climb.

MONDAY

Children’s Activities - Woodthorpe Park Plant Nursery
10:00 AM | More Info

Rage Gardening - Windmill Community Gardens
11:00 AM | More Info

TUESDAY

Over 60s Single Night - The Botanist
7:00 PM | More Info

Latin Dancing on The Beach - Nottingham Beach
7:00 PM | More Info

WEDNESDAY

Over 45s Singles Night - Manahatta
7:00 PM | More Info

THURSDAY

Psychic Shuffle - Holiday Inn Nottingham
6:30 PM | More Info

Under 45s Singles Night - The Botanist
7:00 PM | More Info

Anti-Dating App Social (40s & 50s) - Malt Cross
7:00 PM | More Info

FRIDAY

Classic American Car Show Weekend - Beauvale Lodge Camp Site
12:00 PM | More Info

Open Air Theatre - Wollaton Park
6:00 PM | More Info

Tune In Musical Improv Workshop - Malt Cross
7:30 PM | More Info

SATURDAY

Saturday Street Market - Nottingham Auction Centre
7:00 AM | More Info

Nottingham’s Big Record Fair - Clifton Leisure Centre
9:00 AM | More Info

Create Your Own Willow Dragonfly - Attenborough Nature Reserve
9:30 AM | More Info

Communitree Arts & Pride Festival - Stonebridge City Farm
10:00 AM | More Info

Funko Day 2025 - Forbidden Planet Nottingham
10:00 AM | More Info

Family Summer Holidays - Wollaton Hall
10:00 AM | More Info

Superheroes & Superbeasts Outdoor Trail - Wollaton Hall
10:00 AM | More Info

Summer Retail Party - Zoo Interiors & Outdoor Living
10:00 AM | More Info

Connection Cafe for Nuerodivergent Singles - Games Haven UK
10:30 AM | More Info

Summer Fair 2025 - Valley Road Playing Grounds
11:00 AM | More Info

Notts Pride 2025 - Sneinton Market
12:00 PM | More Info

Party in The Cark Park - Keyworth Tavern
1:30 PM | More Info

Burger Eating Challenge - Red Dog Salon
5:00 PM | More Info

The Healing Thread Workshop - The Place Activity Centre
5:30 PM | More Info

SUNDAY

Repair Cafe - Bottesford VC Hall
10:00 AM | More Info

Children’s Bread Baking Class - Green’s Windmill Science Centre
10:15 AM | More Info

Get Lit Book Club - Handmade Nottingham
1:00 PM | More Info

Singles 36-48 Sunday Social - Revolucion De Cuba
4:00 PM | More Info

 🎶 LIVE MUSIC

THURSDAY

• Satori / Colossloth - JT Soar - 7:00 PM

FRIDAY

• Take That Tribute - Seven Oaks Inn Bar - 7:00 PM

• Bootleg Weller Summer Session - Badger Box - 7:00 PM

• Lacey Live - The Bodega - 7:00 PM

• Bama Lama Sing Song - Palais - 7:30 PM

• James Oliver Band Live - Billy Bootleggers - 8:00 PM

• Idol Maiden - Tap n Tumbler - 9:00 PM

• Pitbull Party - Billy Bootleggers - 11:00 PM

SATURDAY

• Notts Pride 2025 - Rough Trade - 12:00 PM

• Mojo Pride All Dayer - Mojo Nottingham - 12:00 PM

• Groovebox Pride Festival - Binks Yard - 2:00 PM

• Motley Screw Tribute - Old Wine Vaults - 8:00 PM

• Notts Pride 2025 - Angel Microbrewery - 8:30 PM

• Robbie Williams Tribute - The Junction at Underwood - 8:30 PM

• The Boothill Toe Tappers Live - Gladstone - 8:30 PM

• Pride-ish - Billy Bootleggers - 11:00 PM

SUNDAY

• Daytime Party For Over 50’s - Billy Bootleggers - 12:00 PM

• Northern Soul & Motown Afternoon - Bestwood Road - 2:00 PM

• Harmony at The Hall - Wollaton Park - 2:00 PM

• VicFest 2025 - Victoria Hotel Beeston - 2:30 PM

• Hardlife Live - Rough Trade - 3:00 PM

• W.A.S.P - Rock City - 7:00 PM

🌦️ WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday

25°C 🌡️ 15°C | Sunny intervals.

Saturday

24°C 🌡️ 14°C | Sunny.

Sunday

23°C 🌡️ 14°C | Sunny.
Temperature readings taken from the Met Office the night before publication

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