Culture

Are you a culture vulture?

Excited by cutting edge art, theatre, music and dance? You won’t be disappointed by Nottinghamshire - home to Europe’s largest number of artists per capita. Our city and county is alive with cultural excitement.

Out in the county you'll find innovative local artists, nationally acclaimed galleries and literary greats. In the city there's a vibrant cultural mix creating a lively spirit and atmoshphere.

Spirit Nottingham has been developed as a result of an innovative cross-sectoral cultural partnership involving arts venues, museums, galleries together with city centre restaurants, pubs and bars.

Discover new, independent and free-thinking culture in Notts.

- Festivals
  
  Come and visit Nottingham for one of its many colourful festivals. Full of vibrant contemporary and traditional mixes, you'll be very surprised.
- Galleries
  
  See inspiring art from national, international and local artists at some highly acclaimed venues. A truly great experience.
- Theatre & the Arts
  
  From independent groundbreaking performances to top class musicals, drama and comedy, Nottingham is a mecca for theatre.
- Film & Cinema
  
  With one of the best independent cinemas in the UK, Nottingham can not only wow you with blockbusters but engage you with high quality independent films.
- Gay Nottingham
  
  A welcoming community with a vibrant gay scene, there's plenty of places to go. Great nightlife and festivals with a superb,friendly atmosphere.
- History & Heritage
  
  If you have a real keen interest in history and heritage and you’re short on time – discover places to visit whilst you’re in Nottinghamshire.
- Museums
  
  Nottingham's history is an amazing journey that dates back to Saxon times and before. Visit a range of museums that cover this story.
- Nightlife
  
  Nottingham city has it all from quaint pubs, trendy cocktail bars, child friendly gastro pubs, to bars hidden in caves!

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