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December eventsEvents in Nottingham

Nottingham Events in December 2026

Trending Nottingham December Events

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JAEKS Liquid Drum & Bass Night

Friday 4th December

8:00pm - 2:30am

Ronin Bar, Nottingham

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JAEKS Liquid Drum & Bass Night

Ronin Bar, Nottingham

Heavyweight selection of rolling, dark, deep, soulful, funk liquid drum and bass to cater for everybody's needs

Aynsley has been at the top of the Blues scene for over two decades, billed as one of the most exciting contemporary Blues guitarists around today...

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Progress - Celebrating 34 Years

Saturday 5th December

5:00pm - 1:00am

Ultra Warehouse, Derby

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Progress - Celebrating 34 Years

Ultra Warehouse, Derby

Celebrate 34 years of Progress, bringing together some of the DJs who helped define an era of house music.

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The Derby Indie Collective Presents

Saturday 5th December

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Hairy Dog, Derby

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The Derby Indie Collective Presents

The Hairy Dog, Derby

Taylor Liam Jackson The Castro's Billobuckers Jonny blade Daisy peacock

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The Specials Ltd

Saturday 5th December

Ghost Town 45th Anniversary 2026 Tour 1981-2026

Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight

Monday 7th December

7:30pm - 9:15pm

St Mary's Church Nottingham

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Nutcracker Suite and Rachmaninov at Christmas by Candlelight

St Mary's Church Nottingham

Enjoy an exceptional candlelit classical concert this Christmas in the stunning setting of St Mary's Church in the Lace Market.

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Wednesday 9th December

7:30pm - 9:15pm

Derby Cathedral

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Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Derby Cathedral

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of Derby Cathedral.

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Ian McNabb

Thursday 10th December

One of Liverpool's most celebrated singer-songwriters and founder of The Icicle Works

Performing all the Classic Hits of Foreigner and Journey

Album Celebrations Presents

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The Poison Bombshells Burlesque Show 2026

Friday 11th December

6:30pm - 11:45pm

The Big Shed, Nottingham

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The Poison Bombshells Burlesque Show 2026

The Big Shed, Nottingham

For the first time, two of Nottingham’s leading burlesque troupes are joining forces & taking over The Big Shed for one spectacular night full of glam

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Ravers anonymous pt2

Saturday 12th December

After the success of our first ravers anonymous at the church we thought it only right to come back for part 2

Bestselling Nottingham December Events

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We Are WHSE Presents: Max Dean & Friends - Boxing Day

Saturday 26th December

3:00pm - 11:00pm

Ultra Warehouse, Derby

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We Are WHSE Presents: Max Dean & Friends - Boxing Day

Ultra Warehouse, Derby

The biggest night of the year just got even bigger as Max Dean returns to Derby with more of your favourite DJs this Boxing Day.

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Progress - Celebrating 34 Years

Saturday 5th December

5:00pm - 1:00am

Ultra Warehouse, Derby

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Progress - Celebrating 34 Years

Ultra Warehouse, Derby

Celebrate 34 years of Progress, bringing together some of the DJs who helped define an era of house music.

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The Poison Bombshells Burlesque Show 2026

Friday 11th December

6:30pm - 11:45pm

The Big Shed, Nottingham

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The Poison Bombshells Burlesque Show 2026

The Big Shed, Nottingham

For the first time, two of Nottingham’s leading burlesque troupes are joining forces & taking over The Big Shed for one spectacular night full of glam

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Ravers anonymous pt2

Saturday 12th December

After the success of our first ravers anonymous at the church we thought it only right to come back for part 2

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The Duran Duran Experience

Saturday 19th December

8:00pm - 11:00pm

The Flowerpot, Derby

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The Duran Duran Experience

The Flowerpot, Derby

The most authentic sounding Duran Duran tribute band in the UK...

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Old Skool Day Rave: Derby

Saturday 12th December

3:00pm - 8:00pm

The Church Derby

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Old Skool Day Rave: Derby

The Church Derby

Calling all original ravers and lovers of the old skool! Step back into the raw, electric, and euphoric world of the 90s - when warehouses ruled

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Slade UK

Thursday 17th December

Christmas Special playing ALL the Slade hits you know and love!!!

Belper Jazz Co Christmas Special featuring singer Jeanie Barton.

Belper Jazz Co Christmas Special featuring singer Jeanie Barton.

No.28, Belper

The Belper Jazz Company's Christmas Special, featuring angelic vocalist Jeanie Barton, takes place at No 28, Belper, on Sunday Dec 20th.

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Ultimate Green Day + Ultimate Blink-182: Derby

Saturday 19th December

7:30pm - 11:00pm

The Hairy Dog, Derby

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Ultimate Green Day + Ultimate Blink-182: Derby

The Hairy Dog, Derby

If you were at The Dog in Nov 2024, you already know this Double Bill is unmissable.

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Electrik Live Orchestra

Electrik Live Orchestra

The Flowerpot, Derby

A Tribute to Jeff Lynne and ELO

Performing all the Classic Hits of Foreigner and Journey

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The Derby Indie Collective Presents

Saturday 5th December

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Hairy Dog, Derby

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The Derby Indie Collective Presents

The Hairy Dog, Derby

Taylor Liam Jackson The Castro's Billobuckers Jonny blade Daisy peacock

Nottingham’s December line-up features canalhouse parties, throwback music promoters, and warehouse winter events. Curious about what’s on in Nottingham in December? Tune into Binks Yard sessions, canal venue lineups, and nostalgic evenings by 90s collectives. Nottingham events in December bring charm, community, and seasonal energy. Check the December guide and make sure your festive calendar is full!