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: 11am - 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
Workshop
Exhibition
Autumn Art Exhibitions
Sat 21 Sep – Fri 5 Jan 2024
Find out about our Autumn Art Exhibitions.
Children & Families
Theatre & Dance
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
Christmas at Lakeside: The Storm Whale
Sat 14 Dec 2024 – Sun 5 Jan 2025
Join us for this magical Christmas show for kids. Suitable for ages 3+.
Highlights
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Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
Monsters, Beasts and other Animals
Wed 13 Nov 2024
This talk accompanies our free Paula Rego and Grayson Perry exhibitions.
Children & Families
Theatre & Dance
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
Christmas at Lakeside: The Storm Whale
Sat 14 Dec 2024 – Sun 5 Jan 2025
Join us for this magical Christmas show for kids. Suitable for ages 3+.
Theatre & Dance
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
Mariposa
Tue 26 Nov 2024
A queer tragedy inspired by Puccini's Madame Butterfly with rousing original music expect a passionate dance performance.
Children & Families
Multibuy
Djanogly Theatre
The Adventure Academy… for Adventurers!
Sun 17 Nov 2024
The Noise Next Door return to Lakeside with their comedy show, guaranteed to make the whole family chuckle.
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.
