What's On in Nottingham

Alyssa Bonagura - America's Backroads Tour — Nashville-rooted singer-songwriter Alyssa Bonagura brings her America's Backroads Tour to The Bodega at 6:30pm, and if you have ever wanted an evening that feels like a late-summer drive through open country, this is it. The Bodega is one of Nottingham's most beloved intimate venues, which means you will be close enough to really feel the music — no barriers, no distance. Check the website for tickets and do not sleep on this one.

BBQ & Blues — Red Dog Saloon is already legendary for its slow-smoked American barbecue, and pairing that with live blues from 6:30pm is frankly an irresistible combination. Expect the kind of soulful, loose-limbed guitar playing that sounds even better with a rack of ribs in front of you. Tickets range from £0 to £60, so there are options for everyone from the casual drop-in to the full, glorious feast.

MacBusted — If you grew up with McFly and Busted soundtracking your teenage years, MacBusted at Binks Yard is going to feel like the best kind of time travel. This tribute act captures the anarchic pop-punk energy of both bands rolled into one unstoppable set, and Binks Yard is a great open space to let loose from 6:30pm. Tickets are priced between £10 and £24 — genuinely great value for a night of pure, unapologetic nostalgia.

The Outriders - Live @ Billy's — Billy Bootleggers Bar does live music properly, and The Outriders hitting the stage at 8:00pm promises exactly the kind of punchy, high-energy set that makes a Friday night feel complete. Entry is just £0 to £2, which makes this one of the best-value live gigs in the city tonight. Get in early, grab something from the bar, and let the music do the rest.

The Goodness - Friday Nights @ Billy's — Before the live acts take over, Billy Bootleggers Bar kicks off the weekend with The Goodness from 4:00pm — a reliably excellent Friday session that sets the tone for the whole evening. At just £0 to £2 on the door, it is the perfect place to land after work, shake off the week, and find your Friday rhythm. Think good tunes, good people, and absolutely zero reason to be anywhere else.