Hold tight for a burst of culture and colour at Nottingham Carnival, 1-8pm at Victoria Embankment, NG2 2JY.
1000’s attendees will enjoy more than 400 spectacular costumes and choreography in the FREE to watch parade + international headliners ETANA, STYLO G, BBC 1Xtra’s SEANI B and SOCA LEGEND SCRAPPY in the Carnival Village where dancing, performances, DJs, food, drink, fairground rides and good vibes are within reach.
The Carnival Parade starts at 2pm and is free to watch at any point along the carnival route – with almost 2 hours of magnificent hand-made costumes and dancing from troupes representing Nottingham, the East Midlands and nationwide, plus international guests. As before, the Parade route begins on the Victoria Embankment, heads up Wilford Grove, Felton Road and Green Street before making its way back down to the Embankment via Bunbury Street, returning to the Carnival Village via Wilford Grove.
Head to the Carnival Village to witness more incredible performances, with a special stage dedicated to the troupes – unlike any other UK carnival – plus live music from world-famous artists, local acts, sound systems, mouth-watering food, and family-friendly activities to keep every generation entertained. Entry to the Village is free for under 10 year olds, with a special family discount in 2025 for advance tickets.
Nottingham Carnival, originating in 1958, was a cultural event organised by immigrants from St Kitts, promoting their Caribbean identity through colourful costumes and traditional entertainment. Despite sporadic events between 1958 and the early 90s, the event was revived in the early 90s but was cancelled in ‘98 due to health, safety, and financing concerns. The community’s outcry led to a large march in the city center, establishing the modern Nottingham Carnival in 1999 which, apart from the Covid years has been held every year since under the leadership of Tuntum Housing Association.
We continue to make this local celebration possible with funding from ticket sales, and support from sponsors Arts Council England, Nottingham City Council, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner Gary Godden, and Tuntum Housing Association, plus invaluable support from the community. Despite rising costs and a huge increase in outgoings each year, the team – including many volunteers, have worked tirelessly since 1999.
TICKETS FROM £6 – SPECIAL FAMILY TICKETS AVAILABLE in 2025
*Adult tickets bought on the door will be £8*
TICKET LINK: https://www.gigantic.com/nottingham-carnival-tickets
WEBSITE: https://nottinghamcarnival.co.uk/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NottinghamCarnival
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/notts_carnival/
Posted on 04 August 2025
