Lord Mayor’s Day

About this event

Nottingham City Council has announced a new civic celebration – Lord Mayor’s Day – to take place at Nottingham Castle with visitors invited for a low-cost entry of £2. 

The event will showcase some of the Lord Mayor’s key priorities which include celebrating the voluntary sector, promoting the importance of literature and music, and highlighting the city’s legendary rebel Robin Hood.

The Lord Mayor of Nottingham, Councillor Cheryl Barnard, and other civic leaders in full ceremonial dress will open the event at 11am at the castle’s iconic gatehouse.

The day will feature a variety of entertainment including a medieval encampment offering visitors the chance to meet Robin Hood and his outlaws – including Maid Marian, Little John, and Friar Tuck – plus have-a-go archery. Live music will be provided by local artists including Carlton Brass and Fun Chorus on the bandstand, plus The Old Time Rags, Franklin Anselm, and Dura Mater on the middle bailey.

Young people’s literature will be celebrated with How To Train Your Dragon storytelling, supported by puppeteer Laura Matthews, as well as a dragon-making workshop. Other participation activities will include face painting and a make-your-own bookmark workshop.

Last but not least, in partnership with Nottingham Community and Voluntary Service (NCVS) the council will thank Nottingham’s volunteering champions with an afternoon tea party hosted by the Lord Mayor. Specially invited guests will receive free entry to the event as well as exclusive access to the tea party where they will be recognised for their volunteering efforts. Market stalls hosted by charitable and voluntary organisations will offer visitors the chance to find out more about volunteering and opportunities to make a difference.