Nature to Explore
If you’re a nature lover is there any better way to spend the day than outdoors surrounded by greenery, water, and wildlife?
Creative by nature
Creative by Nature
Welcome to Lakeside arts
We're the University of Nottingham’s public arts centre and the region’s leading venue for theatre and dance for children and families.
EAT & DRINK:
Pavilion Café
Mon - Fri: 8am - 4pm
Sat - Sun: 10am - 4pm
Gallery Café
Tue - Sat: 10am - 4pm
Sun: 12pm - 4pm
Mon: Closed
BOX OFFICE:
Tue - Sat: 11am - 4pm
Sun: 12pm - 4pm
Mon: Closed
Discover what's on
From towering sculptures to tiny puppets, we have arts and culture for everyone at Lakeside Arts. Check out our What's On page to find out more!
Don't miss
Children & Families
Outdoor
Luminarium: Myriad
Sat 24 May – Sun 1 Jun 2025
Returning to Lakeside the ever-popular Luminarium, Architects of Air present Myriad, a brand new design.
Comedy
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
The Funny Mummy
Thu 8 May 2025
Join this hilarious Alyssia Kyria for a comedy show, all about the bonkers world of parenting.
Highlights
See all our eventsTheatre & Dance
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
Sunny Side
Sat 17 May 2025
Bringing together contemporary dance, theatre and spoken word to tell the tale of adolescence to adulthood.
Children & Families
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
The Zoo That Comes to You
Sun 18 May 2025
Puppetry, live music and playful characters delight in this family show with a spotlight on animal conservation. Ages 5-11.
Children & Families
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
Splat!
Sun 1 Jun 2025
A family-friendly comedy about art and creativity, taking you through the history of visual art. For ages 3-6.
Music
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
Iona Lane
Wed 11 Jun 2025
Highlands-based folk singer, songwriter, storyteller Iona Lane delivers poetic songs that link unheard stories with today’s world.
Shape Your day
Let us help make the most of your visit, with our inspirational itineraries. There is something for everyone!
Art Lovers
Enjoy a day out at Lakeside full of creativity and inspiration with free exhibitions and installations all year round.
Family Day Out
Lakeside is the perfect place to bring the whole family, there is something for every generation. We’ve picked a few (or eight) of our favourites…
PlanYour visit
Find everything you need to know about visiting Lakeside Arts. See below for our opening times, how to get to us, and access information.
Opening Times
Find the opening times for all of our wonderful spaces and buildings here.
