What's On in Nottingham
Thursday 17 September 2026 · This weekend · City guide
Thursday in Nottingham is pulling in two very different directions — and honestly, that is exactly how a great city night should feel. Whether you are settling into a velvet seat for a masterclass in comic character work or warming up for a late-night indie singalong, the city has got you covered from curtain-up to last orders. Get out there.
Highlights
Al Murray - All You Need Is Guv — The Pub Landlord is back, and he is bringing his full arsenal of bluster, brilliance, and belly laughs to the Royal Concert Hall at 7:30pm. Al Murray has spent decades perfecting one of British comedy's great stage characters, and this show promises the kind of raucous, sharp-edged stand-up that leaves your cheeks aching by the end. Tickets are available via the website, so do not leave it to chance — this one will sell.
MARDY BUM - Indie Goodness Every Thursday — When the clock hits 10:00pm, Billy Bootleggers transforms into the spiritual home of anyone who has ever bellied out an Arctic Monkeys lyric at full volume and meant every word. MARDY BUM is a Thursday night institution in Nottingham, serving up unapologetic indie anthems in a venue that thrives on sweaty enthusiasm and good company. Check the website for entry details and get ready to dance like nobody is watching — because everyone else will be doing exactly the same.