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This week in Notts is just as vibrant as the last. If you're still not ready to say goodbye to the summer festivals, Boho Festival might be your solution. Or maybe you're looking for a change of pace? Whether it's an immersive theatre show at People's Hall, sporting events to get your adrenaline pumping, live music and more, here's what Nottingham has to offer this week...
We spoke to this month’s cover artists Raffa and Benji, a.k.a. Pink Menace about Pride, collaborative art and grassroots queer groups in Notts…
Here in Notts we’re often blessed with the talents of some top notch drag artists – most perform as part of the well loved Gladrags collective and club night. For Pride 2026, on Sat 25 July, many of the queens we know and love will be seen in action for the grand afterparty at The Palais. In preparation, Bee Green catches up with five performers who are on the lineup…
Later this month Notts Pride is set to take over the city once again, bringing a celebration of colour, unity, diversity, and acceptance. Local author Becki Jayne Crossley met Chairperson Leigh Ellis who has been organising the festival for the past ten years. They covered how parades, protest, and vital services come together at the festival…
Pride in the Past at the National Civil War Centre shines a light on LGBTQ+ histories often left out of the mainstream narrative. Thought-provoking and celebratory in equal measure, it offers a powerful reminder that LGBTQ+ people have always been here - and that reclaiming these stories is an act of pride, visibility, and empowerment.
Notts Pride celebrations took over the city last weekend in a joyous flurry of colour, creativity and solidarity. Photographer Nigel King went down to check out some of the wonderful acts performing on the main stage at Sneinton Market...
From pagan literature book clubs, to legendary ice rink openings for family summer fun- whether you're an art enthusiast, music lover, or just looking for a new club to join, there'll probably be something happening in Notts this week which you'll enjoy. Here are our picks for this week...
This year will be the first Nottingham Pride since The Pride Shop on Maid Marian Way opened its doors to the public. More than just a shop, it offers a safe space to the LGTBQ+ community in Nottingham through support groups, events and counselling, as well as a cosy café. We spoke to founder Jake Hook about his motivations for setting up the business and its impact on the city.
While some might see protest as disruption to everyday life, for others taking to the streets is one of the most conspicuous methods of getting voices heard. Civil rights, such as simple access to transport, are easily taken for granted by many, but the most marginalised groups in society have had to fight for their civil rights through civil disobedience. For Disability Pride month, CJ De Barra recounts how the Disabled community used high-profile demonstrations in Nottingham to ensure their rights were fairly given.
This week is a great one for music in Notts, with both Bright Eyes and Patrick Wolf performing in the city. There's also Pride celebrations at Broadway Cinema and the return of the Craft Beer Festival. Here's our top picks...
Nottingham's most opinionated greengrocers on Pride, protests and charity shops
Happening here in Nottingham this week: Notts Pride street parties, Boho festival in the wilderness, Imara art auction, punk rock band Phat problem & friends, Madagascar the Musical at The Royal Centre.
Originating from a free festival and traveller background, Alan Lodge has worked as a photographer for over fifty years, with a particular special interest in ‘alternative’ lifestyles and subcultures. Having covered Pride events for several decades, we thought we’d share some of his best images and ask him a few questions about life behind the lens…
From starting out as a teenager working in a Notts record shop to DJing around the world and playing to 8000 alongside a classical orchestra, Graeme Park is one of the original founders of the UK’s clubbing and rave scene. We caught up with him ahead of two new shows in the city at Nottingham Pride and Hacienda Live at Wollaton Hall…
The rainbow crossing on Hockley's Broad Street turns five this year. Our History Editor CJ DeBarra tells of how it came to be.
Regular columnist Nadia Whittome talks about Pride Festival
Entertainment lovers are in for a treat, as Nottingham plays host to an abundance of artistic talent this week. If that piqued your interest, here's what we think you should do over the next seven days...
Greeted by blue skies and sunshine, Nottingham Pride returned this weekend bigger, prouder and more colourful than ever. Beth Green went along to catch the vibe.
The summer is in full swing, even if the weather isn't getting it, and this week there's some excellent events to look forward to. Time to get out and about and enjoy some of Nottingham's best.
It’s the 1800s. It’s party time. Let the ruthless matchmaking begin.
Nottinghamshire Pride returned last weekend, bringing a wave of colour and vibrancy to the city's streets. Nathan Langman joined the celebrations to grab some cracking shots of the event...
Psycho, pints and Pride all feature in our picks for you lot this week...
Craig Martin, co-chair of Nottinghamshire Pride, chats to us about the exciting plans for this year's celebrations...
Nottinghamshire Pride is back on Saturday 30 July to celebrate the fabulous diversity in our city...
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