What's On in Nottingham
Monday 02 November 2026 · This weekend · City guide
Monday might have a reputation for quiet nights in, but Nottingham has other ideas entirely. This evening the city is serving up live progressive rock, sharp stand-up comedy, and a warm, canal-side atmosphere that makes stepping out into the November chill feel absolutely worth it. Pull on your coat and get out there — tonight has something genuinely special going on.
Highlights
Alfie Moore Radio Warm-up Show — Before his material heads to the airwaves, former copper turned comedian Alfie Moore is road-testing his latest show at the wonderfully characterful Canalhouse Bar — and that means you get to be in the room where the magic happens first. Expect sharp, intelligent comedy with real heart, from a performer who brings a brilliantly unusual perspective to the stage. Doors from 6:45pm and tickets at £14, this is an unmissable early-evening treat for anyone who likes their laughs with a bit of substance.
Pure Reason Revolution — If you have ever wanted to feel completely swallowed up by music, Pure Reason Revolution at the Rescue Rooms is exactly the experience you are after. This cult British band weave together progressive rock, electronic textures, and soaring harmonies in a way that feels genuinely otherworldly — a live show that demands to be heard at volume. Kicking off at 7:00pm with tickets ranging from £0–£40, this is one of those evenings that reminds you why live music is so irreplaceable.
David Eagle's winging It — Later in the evening at Canalhouse Bar, David Eagle takes to the stage for a show that does exactly what it says on the tin — spontaneous, fast-on-his-feet comedy that thrives on the unexpected. Starting at 8:15pm, this is the perfect nightcap for anyone who wants to end Monday with their sides aching from laughter rather than their back aching from the sofa. At just £7, it is one of the best-value laughs you will find in the city this week.