We’re now approaching the halfway point of summer 2025, with the start of the school holidays just a couple of weeks away.
There are plenty of brilliant events happening in Nottinghamshire over the next couple of months, including festivals and markets.
The school holidays can be difficult for parents to keep their children occupied, but with so many family-friendly events happening in July and August, boredom won’t be a problem.
Some events, such as Nottingham Beach, are free to attend, while others require a small fee.
The Visit Nottinghamshire website is a great way to check what’s happening across the county this summer, with dozens of options to choose from.
Here are 7 unmissable events happening in Nottinghamshire during July and August 2025:
1. Nottingham Beach - July 16 to September 1
Nottingham Beach will return to Old Market Square between July 16 and September 1. Organisers have said that the event will be "bigger and better" than before. Activities include the beach and paddling pool (free to use), funfair rides and movie nights. | MyNottingham Photo: MyNottingham
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2. Nottingham Riverside Festival - August 1 to August 3
Nottingham’s popular Riverside Festival will return to the Victoria Embankment this summer. This year's event won't feature fireworks or live music, but visitors can still enjoy a huge funfair provided by Mellors Group. | NW Photo: NW
3. Splendour Festival - July 19 to July 20
Splendour Festival will return to Wollaton Park later this month after a year's absence. The festival will be headlined by Bloc Party, the Kaiser Chiefs and Jake Bugg. Alongside the music, visitors can expect comedy, a funfair, a silent disco, independent market stalls and an array of gourmet food and drink. | Marcus Farnsworth Photo: Marcus Farnsworth
4. Gloworm Festival - August 8 to August 10
The biggest dedicated family festival in the UK is returning to Thoresby Park this August. Gloworm Festival organisers Organisers promise a wonderful weekend of magic, music and unforgettable experiences, with a new festival map released to help families get planning for the event, which runs from August 8 to 10. | Visit Nottinghamshire Photo: Visit Nottinghamshire