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Nottingham Events in October

Trending Nottingham October Events

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'Expecting To Fly' - 30th Anniversary Tour

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MARDY BUM - Indie Goodness Every Thursday

Thursday 1st October

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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THE GOODNESS - Fridays @ Billy's

Friday 2nd October

4:00pm - 3:00am

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

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THE GOODNESS - Fridays @ Billy's

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

Live music and resident DJs bringing the party to Billy's every Friday!

One of the most respected and celebrated guitarists in the history of modern music

The Level, Nottingham

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The Smyths

The Level, Nottingham

THE SMYTHS - "The Queen Is Dead" 40th Anniversary Tour

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Laid - James Tribute Band

Laid - James Tribute Band

The Flowerpot, Derby

The UK's no.1 tribute to Manchester legends, James

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THE PLEASING - Saturday Nights @ Billy's

Saturday 3rd October

4:00pm - 3:00am

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

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THE PLEASING - Saturday Nights @ Billy's

Billy Bootleggers Nottingham

TWO live bands, resident DJs, open til 3am and FREE ENTRY!

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Dan Nightingale & Friends

Sunday 4th October

6:45pm - 9:30pm

Broadway Cinema, Nottingham

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Dan Nightingale & Friends

Broadway Cinema, Nottingham

Another tour of brilliant stand-up comedy from Dan Nightingale, host of the Have A Word podcast, and some of his very funny mates.

Acclaimed guitar virtuoso and singer-songwriter Chantel McGregor is known for her dynamic live performances and genre-defying sound...

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Absolute Bowie

Saturday 10th October

A musical journey through the greatest hits of David Bowie with their huge stage show...

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R&B Brunch Nottingham

Saturday 10th October

12:00pm - 5:00pm

The Bierkeller Nottingham

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R&B Brunch Nottingham

The Bierkeller Nottingham

Welcome to the official R&B Brunch Don your furs, dust off your cane and let's get the crystal on ice at the UK's biggest R&B Brunch

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Garden Indie Disco

Saturday 10th October

8:00pm - 12:00am

Dubrek Studios, Derby

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Garden Indie Disco

Dubrek Studios, Derby

Classic indie, alternative rock and dance from the 60s to the 90s - timeless anthems, cult favourites and big dancefloor moments.

Bestselling Nottingham October Events

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The BJC presents Emily Masser & Alex Clarke together in Belper.

The BJC presents Emily Masser & Alex Clarke together in Belper.

No.28, Belper

Two of the UK's exciting young jazz voices join BJC. Vocalist Emily Masser and saxophonist Alex Clarke join forces for a special night of music.

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Sex Pistols Exposé/Lizzie & The Banshees/Clashed/We'll be Damned

Saturday 31st October

5:00pm - 11:45pm

The Hairy Dog, Derby

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Sex Pistols Exposé/Lizzie & The Banshees/Clashed/We'll be Damned

The Hairy Dog, Derby

PUNK TRIB is coming to Derby! A mini festival with tribute bands playing music for 5 hours from 4 original groups at The 100 Club Punk Festival 1976.

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Legends Of Manchester

Saturday 24th October

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Nottingham's The Nest (Notts County FC)

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Legends Of Manchester

Nottingham's The Nest (Notts County FC)

Featuring The Absolute Stone Roses & Oasis Forever

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The Black Charade x Fell Out Boy x Meteora | Derby

The Black Charade x Fell Out Boy x Meteora | Derby

The Hairy Dog, Derby

The Black Charade, Fell Out Boy & Meteora return to The Hairy Dog in Derby Oct 16th, this event always sells out, book now to avoid missing out!

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Square One Halloween 2026

Square One Halloween 2026

The Nest, Nottingham

Nottingham's biggest halloween warehouse rave is coming....

'Expecting To Fly' - 30th Anniversary Tour

The Level, Nottingham

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The Smyths

The Level, Nottingham

THE SMYTHS - "The Queen Is Dead" 40th Anniversary Tour

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Laid - James Tribute Band

Laid - James Tribute Band

The Flowerpot, Derby

The UK's no.1 tribute to Manchester legends, James

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Dan Nightingale & Friends

Sunday 4th October

6:45pm - 9:30pm

Broadway Cinema, Nottingham

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Dan Nightingale & Friends

Broadway Cinema, Nottingham

Another tour of brilliant stand-up comedy from Dan Nightingale, host of the Have A Word podcast, and some of his very funny mates.

The Hairy Dog presents

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Disco Damaged - Dropp Junkiez & Global Awakening Records

Saturday 17th October

1:00pm - 1:00am

Ye Olde Ramme, Mansfield

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Disco Damaged - Dropp Junkiez & Global Awakening Records

Ye Olde Ramme, Mansfield

Welcome to the Hardhouse hospital. 12 hours of hard dance music. Ya going home in a wheelchair!!

The UK's finest and most authentic Beatles tribute band

October in Nottingham means genre mashups, dance energy, and canal-side vibes across the city. Exploring what’s on in Nottingham in October? You’ll find beats at Binks Yard, underground sounds at canalhouse parties and throwback energy from nostalgic promoters. Nottingham events in October are diverse, dynamic, and full of flavour. Browse the full guide and pick your next night out!