Community & Social Events in Nottingham
101 upcoming community & social events
Nottingham's community and social scene is a tapestry woven with local spirit and a love for connection. From the historic heart of the city to its more contemporary hubs, you'll find a welcoming atmosphere for all. Gatherings often unfold in familiar haunts, from the welcoming spaces of Waterstones and The Bodega to the cosy corners of BEAR Hockley and Bird & Blend Tea Co., where conversation flows as freely as the tea. This is a city where neighbours connect, shared interests spark new friendships, and a genuine sense of belonging is fostered through a variety of local events and neighbourhood activities.
As of October 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 101 upcoming community & social events in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, including 16 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Bagels @ Bonington.
📍 Bonington Farm
£20.00
Portals of Revival - Nottingham Revival Gathering
📍 Hilton Nottingham
£0.00
SOLD OUTMMC Sisters Mawlid
📍 Meadows Muslim Centre
Sold out at source
FREEBehind Closed Doors: What Comes Next?
📍 Nottingham Playhouse
SOLD OUTPub Quiz 05/10
📍 The Box
Sold out at source
FREEBILLY'S POOL PARTIES - Free entry pool tournaments and games
📍 Billy Bootleggers Nottingham (formerly Percy Picklebackers)
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BILLY'S LATE NIGHT POOL PARTIES - Free entry pool tournaments and games
📍 Billy Bootleggers Nottingham (formerly Percy Picklebackers)
FREEStaa Tuesday Volunteering @ The Nursery
📍 St Ann's Allotments
FREEPUBLIC Community RePaint Collection Slot - Beeston
📍 Beeston Recycling Centre
(hed) PE & COLD
📍 Rescue Rooms
£28.13
FREETuesday Games at Games Haven
📍 Games Haven
FREEStaa Wednesday Volunteering @ The Heritage Display Garden ('Oliver's')
📍 St Ann's Allotments
FREESafe Space Notts Training - October Session - @ Dryden Enterprise Centre
📍 Dryden Enterprise Centre
FREESOCIAL BOARD GAMING THURSDAYS
📍 The Dice Box Nottingham
An Evening of Hope - Recognising 50 Years of Emmanuel House
📍 St Mary’s Church Nottingham
£11.55
FREENotts Culture Exchange
📍 JUICEBAR
The Gerry Farrow Band
📍 The Grove
£11
Blood on the Clocktower at Portello Lounge
📍 Portello Lounge
£9.38
FREEFriday Kill Team Night at Games Haven.
📍 Games Haven
FREEFriday Night Pizza Run #2!!
📍 Working Man's Kitchen
BYOND GATHERING NOTTINGHAM
SOLD OUTThe Marsh Forum: Wollaton Hall, The Sale of the Century
📍 Nottingham Central Library
Sold out at source
FREESaturday Social | OZ:BAR | 10.10.26
📍 OZ Bar
FREEBlack Book Exchange - Nottingham
📍 The Vine Community Centre
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Community & Social Events in Nottingham — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant community & social scene in Nottingham with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates community & social events from across Nottingham, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's community & social events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best community & socialexperiences Nottingham has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many community & social events are on in Nottingham?
There are currently 100+ upcoming community & social events in Nottingham. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming community & social in the city.
Are there free community & social events in Nottingham?
Yes — 16 of the current community & social listings in Nottingham are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find community & social events in Nottingham this weekend?
Browse this weekend's community & social events in Nottingham at /nottingham/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for community & social events in Nottingham?
Every community & social listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
How often are community & social listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new community & social events for Nottingham three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Community & Social Events in Nottingham — Your Complete Guide
Nottingham's community events are the connective tissue of city life — the socials, volunteering days, neighbourhood gatherings, cultural celebrations, and grassroots activities that bring people together across lines of background, age and interest.
Community events in Nottingham range from neighbourhood litter picks and community gardening sessions to multicultural food festivals, local history walks, repair cafés, and community cinema screenings. Many are organised by residents, community groups, charities, and local organisations with deep roots in specific neighbourhoods, giving them an authenticity and warmth that larger commercial events often lack.
Social events with a community focus — pub quizzes, board game nights, community cookouts, language exchange evenings, and shared meal events — are a particularly accessible and affordable way to meet people and build connections in Nottingham. Many are free or donation-based, deliberately designed to be open to everyone regardless of income.
Getting involved with community events in Nottingham is one of the best ways to feel genuinely at home in the city — whether you're a long-term resident looking to deepen local ties or a newcomer looking to build a social life from scratch. Many of the city's most enduring friendships, professional relationships, and even romances have started at a community event.