Latest Events in Nottingham(June Updated)

2026, Marks 5 Years of Nottingham Video Games Expo! showcasing the Midlands communities and beyond to celebrate all things gaming and more! 🎮 The Nottingham Video Games Expo is Back! Sponsored by The Gaming Newsagent and Dream Consoles Indie area is sponsored by SECRET MODE It's our 5th event anniversary and Nottingham Video Games Expo returns — to include more retro, indie and gaming goodness in one event. Join us at the Crowne Plaza , right in the heart of Nottingham, with excellent transport links and plenty of space for gaming fun, talks, and community celebration. 🕹️ Event Details 📅 Date: Saturday 18th July 2026 🕒 Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM ( VIP entry from 10:00 AM ) 📍 Location: Crowne Plaza, Nottingham 🎫 VIP TICKETS 1-hour early access 10% off at Dream Consoles Limited availability — grab yours early! 🌟 What to Expect An action-packed day of gaming, activities, tournaments, and guest speakers , celebrating everything from retro classics to modern innovation. Featured Guests* Kev Bayliss – Designed DKC DONKEY KONG. Created DIDDY KONG, BATTLETOADS, KILLER INSTINCT, STARFOX ADVENTURES & more characters Gary Bracey – The Ocean Software legend joins us to discuss his work including the Ocean titles Batman, Robocop and more! Roland Perry – Amstrad Royalty joins us, with an exhibition and fire side chat. Roland was instrumental in the creation of the CPC line of Amstrad systems, which took the business to new heights in the home computer market. *Guests subject to change due to professional commitments. More to be announced soon! 🛍️ Traders Announced So Far Sore Thumb Retro Games Right Sprite Retro Games Dream Consoles Right Sprite Retro Games …plus many more to come! 🕹️ Attractions & Activities Retro Gaming Corner\Classic Systems – Play classic consoles\computers from across the decades provided by Derby Computer Museum Amstrad Exhibition with the Amstrad legend Roland Perry Prototype systems showcase – Prototype Systems and hardware from gaming history Developer & Gaming Zones – Hands-on demos and indie showcases from Debug Arcade Free Play Area – In partnership with The Arcade Club Tournaments – Including Mario Kart (with Nintendo Nottingham), Street Fighter II , and more! 🌐 Find Out More Visit www.NottsVGE.com for tickets, full lineup, and updates. Bringing the local gaming community together to celebrate everything we love about games — past, present, and future. Don’t miss it! Information Source: VGE Events | eventbrite

CARE Convention is a non-profit forum for clinicians and multidisciplinary teams working in both acute and chronic respiratory care. Programme information available here here . With a faculty of UK and international key speakers, CARE convention is premier event offering a blend of plenary sessions, ketnotes and engaging workshops to encourage the sharing of knowledge, experience and innovation to improve patient outcomes. The 15th CARE convention is a clinician-led event promising to deliver quality education of the highest standard for all those working in acute and chronic respiratory medicine. Located in the heart of Nottingham, the Orchard Hotel and Conference Centre offers state of the art facilities and modern accommodation with an eco friendly design. Educational programme takes place Monday 6th of July (Day 1) - Tuesday 7th of July (Day 2). Sunday accomodation, if required, must be purchased as an additional add on. We invite authors to submit abstracts for poster presentations by Friday 29th of May. Guidelines and submission details for abstracts are available here here . Information Source: Fisher & Paykel Healthcare | eventbrite

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A free workshop for Nottingham founders and aspiring founders This workshop is delivered by Nottingham City Council in partnership with Built in Notts. It forms part of a practical support programme for early-stage founders. Whether you are shaping an early idea, building something that is not getting traction, looking to scale but unsure how to fund it, or you know you need investment but do not know where to start, this programme is designed to help you take the next step. The aim of the session is simple. We want to help every founder move closer to being genuinely investor ready. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Who Is This Event For? This workshop is designed for founders who are ambitious, curious, and ready to grow. It is suitable whether you are just starting out or already trading but feeling stuck. This includes founders who are: Validating an early-stage idea Trading but struggling to gain traction Unsure how to fund growth or scale Aware they need investment but do not know where to begin Students or graduates exploring ideas with commercial potential If you want practical guidance on how to build something investable, this session is for you. *Please note that this event is exclusively for Nottingham-based residents. Eligibility checks will be carried out. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Session Content The session cuts through the noise and focuses on what actually matters when becoming investor ready. You will learn: What investors are really looking for, and what puts them off How to sharpen your proposition and tell your story clearly How to get your ask right, including how much you need and why How to build an investor outreach strategy that works in the real world How to create an investor ready presence online and offline This is not a lecture. You will leave with a clear picture of where you stand, what is holding you back, and the specific actions you need to take next. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Up Coaching After the workshop, a select group of businesses will be offered free one to one support to keep momentum going. Each selected founder will receive: One 30 minute one to one session per month for three months These meetings include progress reviews, pitch and material critiques, and tailored guidance to help founders continue moving towards investor readiness. Selection is based on readiness, commitment, and potential to follow through. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Community Support To support ongoing progress, a dedicated channel will be created inside the Built in Notts community. This gives founders a space to share challenges, achievements, and ideas with each other. The facilitator will also be available in the channel to offer feedback and guidance between sessions. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Information Source: Nottingham City Business Growth Hub Team | eventbrite

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Confident beginner-friendly crochet workshop making a no-sew Pocket Duck. All materials provided. **Knowledge of basic stitches required.** *Please read before booking* In this workshop, you’ll be guided step by step through making a Pocket Duck, a small no-sew amigurumi project. This is a fun, supportive class designed for beginners who are comfortable with the basics and would like to try working in the round and simple shaping. You will need to know before the workshop : How to do a single crochet (US) / double crochet (UK) Helpful but not required: Magic ring (this will be demonstrated during the class) What’s included: All yarn and materials Safety eyes, stuffing, and pattern Guided instruction throughout the session What to bring: Your own crochet hook (4.5 mm recommended) By the end of the session, you’ll have your own Pocket Duck and the confidence to make more at home. Information Source: Made By Yana | eventbrite

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