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Nottingham Events in May

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Blind Yeo, Seas Of Mirth + Plastic Circus - Live @ Billy's

Wednesday 27th May

7:30pm - 11:00pm

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

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Blind Yeo, Seas Of Mirth + Plastic Circus - Live @ Billy's

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

For fans of The Beta Band, Belle and Sebastian + The Aliens

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BILLY'S BANDY WANDY - Wednesday Nights

Wednesday 27th May

11:00pm - 3:00am

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

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BILLY'S BANDY WANDY - Wednesday Nights

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

DJs playing hits by bands and bands only...for no reason whatsoever!

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A Musical Open Jam Night - Open To All

Wednesday 27th May

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

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A Musical Open Jam Night - Open To All

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

A Jamming & Improvising party!!! Sponsored by Southern Comfort

Group Sound Bath Loughborough

Wednesday 27th May

10:00am - 11:00am

Love And Light Loughborough Studio

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Group Sound Bath Loughborough

Love And Light Loughborough Studio

Perfect for anyone seeking deep relaxation and energetic renewal. This is a beautiful way to pause, breathe, and restore your light.

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Speed Dating - Nottingham - Ages 30-45

Wednesday 27th May

7:30pm - 10:30pm

Slug And Lettuce, Nottingham

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Speed Dating - Nottingham - Ages 30-45

Slug And Lettuce, Nottingham

At a Fastlove speed dating event you will have up to 25 three-minute dates in one fantastic night of fun and flirting.

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Ana Carla Maza: live in Nottingham

Thursday 28th May

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Rescue Rooms, Nottingham

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Ana Carla Maza: live in Nottingham

Rescue Rooms, Nottingham

Powerhouse cellist and vocalist Ana Carla Maza presents a genre-blending Afro-Cuban solo performance, spanning salsa, mambo, reggae, and classical.

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Lucca Mae - Live @ Billy's (UPSTAIRS)

Thursday 28th May

7:30pm - 11:45pm

Billy Bootleggers Bar, Nottingham

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Lucca Mae - Live @ Billy's (UPSTAIRS)

Billy Bootleggers Bar, Nottingham

Stunning Soul/Ska from London

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Interstellar Audio: Transmissions | May 2026

Thursday 28th May

8:00pm - 1:00am

The Chapel, The Angel Microbrewery, Nottingham

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Interstellar Audio: Transmissions | May 2026

The Chapel, The Angel Microbrewery, Nottingham

A free-entry event with top-tier sound, curated lineups & a community focused vibe. Showcasing Deep, Dark & Soulful Drum & Bass.

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MARDY BUM - Indie Goodness Every Thursday

Thursday 28th May

10:00pm - 3:00am

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

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MARDY BUM - Indie Goodness Every Thursday

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

DJs playing indie bangers PLUS Happy Hour deals until midnight thrown in for good measure!

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Bank Holiday Bargain - Buzz Bingo Nottingham Top Valley 25/05

Thursday 28th May

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Nottingham

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Bank Holiday Bargain - Buzz Bingo Nottingham Top Valley 25/05

Buzz Bingo Nottingham

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy Bingo, a Burger, and a Drink for just £6. Book now!

Bank Holiday Bargain - Buzz Bingo Derby City 25/05

Thursday 28th May

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Derby City

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Bank Holiday Bargain - Buzz Bingo Derby City 25/05

Buzz Bingo Derby City

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy Bingo, a Burger, and a Drink for just £6. Book now!

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Trance in the Woods 2026

Fri 29th - Sun 31st May

12:00pm - 12:00am

Thoresby Park, Nottingham

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Trance in the Woods 2026

Thoresby Park, Nottingham

Trance in the Woods returns for 2026, moving to a new location - Thoresby Park. A new venue, a new chapter for Trance!

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Trance in the Woods 2026

Fri 29th - Sun 31st May

12:00pm - 12:00am

Thoresby Park, Nottingham

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Trance in the Woods 2026

Thoresby Park, Nottingham

Trance in the Woods returns for 2026, moving to a new location - Thoresby Park. A new venue, a new chapter for Trance!

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TREVOR NELSON Soul Nation NOTTINGHAM Outdoor SUMMER Party May 26

Sunday 31st May

3:00pm - 10:00pm

Binks Yard, Nottingham

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TREVOR NELSON Soul Nation NOTTINGHAM Outdoor SUMMER Party May 26

Binks Yard, Nottingham

Trevor Nelson throws his first old school RNB & soul outdoor day party at Binks Yard in Nottingham wirth special guest SHOLA AMA!

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BASSHUNTER & MORE|Love the 90s Festival|Elvaston Castle, Derby

Saturday 30th May

1:00pm - 11:00pm

Elvaston Castle Country Park, Derby

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BASSHUNTER & MORE|Love the 90s Festival|Elvaston Castle, Derby

Elvaston Castle Country Park, Derby

After multiple sell-out shows across the UK, Love The 90s Festival is taking over Elvaston Castle for a night of pure 90s nostalgia!

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Fast Love | A George Michael Tribute | Elvaston Castle, Derby

Friday 29th May

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Elvaston Castle Country Park, Derby

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Fast Love | A George Michael Tribute | Elvaston Castle, Derby

Elvaston Castle Country Park, Derby

The world's No.1 George Michael tribute act is coming to the iconic Elvaston Castle. Expect all of his greatest hits in one unforgettable show!

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K-Pop Fest | Elvaston Castle, Derby

Sunday 31st May

12:00pm - 4:00pm

Elvaston Castle Country Park, Derby

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K-Pop Fest | Elvaston Castle, Derby

Elvaston Castle Country Park, Derby

Join us at for an insane celebration of K-Pop culture! Bringing K-Pop performers to life through live acts & high energy choreography.

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Ana Carla Maza: live in Nottingham

Thursday 28th May

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Rescue Rooms, Nottingham

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Ana Carla Maza: live in Nottingham

Rescue Rooms, Nottingham

Powerhouse cellist and vocalist Ana Carla Maza presents a genre-blending Afro-Cuban solo performance, spanning salsa, mambo, reggae, and classical.

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Drop It Like It's Hot - Hip Hop Party | Binks Yard, Nottingham

Saturday 30th May

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Binks Yard, Nottingham

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Drop It Like It's Hot - Hip Hop Party | Binks Yard, Nottingham

Binks Yard, Nottingham

Nottingham, get ready for the ultimate Hip Hop party! Bringing you 8 hours of Hip Hop through the eras!

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Mark Wright - Buzz Bingo Derby 30/05/2026

Saturday 30th May

5:30pm - 11:00pm

Buzz Bingo Derby City

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Mark Wright - Buzz Bingo Derby 30/05/2026

Buzz Bingo Derby City

Buzz Bingo Derby has had an exciting makeover, head down to our relaunch party featuring a DJ set from Mark Wright

The Official UK Influencer Party - Huge Influencer Fest

Saturday 30th May

12:00pm - 6:00pm

Nottingham's The Nest (Notts County FC)

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The Official UK Influencer Party - Huge Influencer Fest

Nottingham's The Nest (Notts County FC)

In Dec 25 we hosted the iconic first ever official UK Influencer Party in Notts and now we're back and this time you're all invited to our HUGE Fest!

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Mersey Beatles | Binks Yard, Nottingham

Friday 29th May

6:30pm - 10:00pm

Binks Yard, Nottingham

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Mersey Beatles | Binks Yard, Nottingham

Binks Yard, Nottingham

The acclaimed Beatles tribute act is coming back to Nottingham this May with support from DJ Adam Jay!

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KERRANG'D! // Friday Night Lights: DERBY

KERRANG'D! // Friday Night Lights: DERBY

The Hairy Dog, Derby

Kerrang'd return to Derby by popular demand after lifting the roof off The Hairy Dog. If you missed it, make sure you get tickets before it sells out!

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SUBSONIC + DRZ & More | Nottingham

SUBSONIC + DRZ & More | Nottingham

The Cell Nottingham

Bass Syndicate presents: INCEPTION_ A brand new dancefloor drum and bass Audio/Visual rave experience coming to Nottingham Friday 29th May 2026.

From grassroots gigs to full club takeovers, Nottingham events in May are not to be missed. What’s on in Nottingham in May includes Rock City, Stealth, and comedy nights at The Glee Club. Find your scene and book your next night out.