Nottingham Riverside Festival returns under new name after fireworks cancelled

The popular Nottingham Riverside Festival has been renamed after its live music and fireworks were cancelled. 

Earlier this year struggling Nottingham City Council announced plans to make this year’s event “cost-neutral”. 

This resulted in the cancellation of fireworks, live music, markets and children’s entertainment. 

As a result of these cost-cutting measures, this weekend’s scaled-back event has been renamed as the Embankment Funfair. 

Between August 2 and August 4, the banks of the River Trent will be lined with dozens of funfair rides and amusements.

Visitors will be able to enjoy rides including the dodgems, waltzers and dragon coaster. 

A range of fairground treats will also be available, such as donuts, crepes, and candy stalls.

The opening times are as follows:

Friday, August 2 - 5pm to 10pm

Saturday, August 3 - 1pm to 10pm

Sunday, August 4 - 1pm to 6pm