Who will take the crown as Nottinghamshire’s best-loved festival / event, or entertainment venue? The public are being invited to have their say in the Nottinghamshire Tourism Awards 2026, with voting now open in two of the most hotly anticipated categories. From epic live music festivals and dazzling after-dark experiences to world-class theatres, iconic venues, and buzzing community celebrations, this is your chance to back the events and places that make Nottinghamshire truly unforgettable.
Organised by Visit Nottinghamshire, accredited by VisitEngland as the Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) for the region, the awards celebrate excellence across the county’s tourism, leisure, culture, and hospitality sectors. While most categories are decided by independent expert judging, Festival & Event of the Year and Entertainment Venue of the Year will be chosen by the public.
This is the opportunity for people to show support for the places and events that make Nottinghamshire a phenomenal destination. Is your top pick the excitement of Beat The Streets, where live music raises vital funds for charity? The magical after-dark installations of Light Night? The festive buzz of the Nottingham Castle Christmas Market? Or the community spirit and indie vibes of The Nottingham Waterfront Festival?
And when it comes to entertainment venues, where do you go to be inspired? The electric atmosphere of Rock City, the cultural heartbeat of Nottingham Playhouse, or the major gigs and events staged at the Motorpoint Arena?
Festival & Event of the Year
- Beat The Streets – DHP Family
- Light Night – Nottingham City Council
- Nottingham Castle Christmas Market – It’s in Nottingham
- The Nottingham Waterfront Festival – I’m Not from London
Entertainment Venue of the Year
- Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
- Nottingham Playhouse
- Rock City
Cast your vote here
Posted on 25 September 2025
