If you want to see a different side to Nottingham, here are some of our top picks of local events organised by the City Council that you can go to over the next fortnight.
Game city
This large video game festival is coming to Nottingham for its ninth year. Join games, workshops, talks and arcades at locations around the city. Its mission is to get people to have fun so pop down and get involved in some games. Great for gamers, competitive and curious people alike. There’s even going to be a Great Indie Games Bake Off.
When? 25 October – 1 November
Where? Nottingham city (various venues)
How much? Free
More info? http://gamecity.org/festival/
Robin Hood Pageant
The famous outlaw is very much still alive in Nottingham and the pageant of his namesake shows this. Get to Nottingham Castle to go back in time and see a medieval village encampment. You can meet Robin Hood and his Merry Men, watch live history demonstrations and even try making gold in the Alchemists lab. This two day event also includes a night time jousting match between Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham – including lances, swords, fire and horses. Tickets are required so book quickly to avoid disappointment.
Where? Nottingham Castle, Off Friar Lane, Nottingham, NG1 6EL
When? 25-26 October, 10.30am – 5pm (Night time joust 25 October 6.30-8.30pm)
How much? Pageant adult day ticket £8 (concessions £6) – Joust ticket £5 (concessions £4)
More info and tickets? http://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/pageant
Diwali
This Hindu festival is known as the Festival of Lights. Workshops include making floating lotus flowers and rangoli which will then be displayed on the university lake on November 1st. The creative workshops are open the weekend before Diwali, so check the website below for booking details and specific times.
Where? Highfields Park (Lakeside), University Boulevard, NG7 2RD
When? 1 November, 4-8pm
How much? Free
More info and booking? http://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/diwali
Spirits of the Caves
This tour of the city’s caves is led by a professional medium, Maria. She will guide you through the underground caves and tell you more about the spirits that reside in them. Booking is essential.
Where? City of Caves, Upper Level Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, NG1 7LS
When? 28 October, 31 October, 5pm start
How much? £7.50
More info and booking? http://www.cityofcaves.com/after-dark-events/
Image sources
http://news.experiencenottinghamshire.com/category/what-legends-are-made-of/robin-hood/
Edited by Mackenzie Orrock