What's on

Aug 1 10am-4pm

Newark on Sea

Join for Newark-on-Sea, where the town transforms into a vibrant urban beach packed with summer fun for all ages!

• Seasonal and festivals
• Live music
• Outdoor and sport

Aug 7 1.30pm-2.15pm

Friday Lunchtime at the Cathedral

VOYAGES - Harp Recital

• Live music

Aug 7 1.30pm-2.15pm

Friday Lunchtime at the Cathedral

Harp Recital

• Live music

Aug 8 8.30am-3.30pm

AA Record Fairs

For all things vinyl!

• Live music

Aug 23 2.30pm-4.30pm

Shirebrook Miners Welfare Band

Join us this summer as Newark Town Council proudly hosts a series of brass band performances in Newark Market Place, taking place on selected dates throughout June, July, and August 2026

• Live music

Aug 28 9.30am-4.30pm

Southwell Music Festival 2026

Southwell Music Festival returns this August, filling the Nottinghamshire town with music for all to enjoy from Friday 28 – Monday 31 August. Tickets are now on sale for this ever-popular weekend of music, which is now in its 12th year. Each year,…

• Live music

Aug 29 10am-8.30pm

Newark Festival

Newark Festival 2026 will take place from Saturday 29th August to Monday 31st August , featuring free family-friendly events, live music and street entertainment

• Live music

Sep 4 1.30pm-2.15pm

Friday Lunchtime at the Cathedral

Bassoon and Cello Recital

• Live music

Sep 13 7.30pm-8.30pm

Music in the State Chamber

Cello Recital

• Live music

Sep 17 7.30pm-10pm

Lionel - The Music Of Lionel Richie

Following his recent appearance on ITV’s ‘Starstruck’ Jack Brindle delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high-octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. This award winning five-star production also fea…

• Live music

Sep 18 1.30pm-2.15pm

Friday Lunchtime at the Cathedral

Recital by The Artisan Singers

• Live music

Sep 19 7.30pm-10pm

The Mersey Beatles

Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four – with an all-new show for 2026. The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and wi…

• Live music