Nightlife in Nottingham
Discover the best nights out in Nottingham. Browse 661+ upcoming events across 126 venues — from club nights and DJ sets to live gigs and festivals.
Nottingham has a strong nightlife scene for a mid-size city, with a wide range of club nights, live music, DJ sets, and events running throughout the week. The city covers genres including house, techno, drum and bass, rave, indie, rock, and alternative. Two universities — the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent — keep the student scene active midweek.
The main nightlife areas in Nottingham include Hockley (the creative quarter), the Lace Market, and the city centre around Lower Parliament Street and Market Square. Rock City, open since 1980, is one of the most recognised live music venues in the UK. Stealth next door is the city's main underground electronic venue.
Nottingham nightlife has a strong local promoter scene and a tight-knit community. The city consistently ranks as one of the best student cities in the UK for nightlife. Events range from large-scale rave events to intimate electronic nights and indie gigs.
Popular Genres in Nottingham
Upcoming Events
View all eventsLOOSE Mondays | £1 drinks ALL NIGHT | DJ BR4D | 15.06.26
Top Venues in Nottingham
View all venuesBilly Bootleggers Nottingham
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Punchlove (USA) + Bored Marsh - Live @ Billy's
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Rescue Rooms
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Pressure 🔴 Nottingham's original indie & alternative night!
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NG ONE
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Pop > Alt - Nottingham
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Nottingham Secret Venue (TBA)
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The Cell Nottingham
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Binks Yard
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