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
Exhibition
Djanogly Gallery
Andy Warhol: Pop Icon
Sat 24 Jan – Sun 19 Apr 2026
An exhibition covering the career of Pop artist Andy Warhol, including rare drawings, screenprints, and photographs of celebrities.
Children & Families
Multibuy Scheme
Djanogly Theatre
The Sleep Show
Sun 8 Mar 2026
A dreamy performance of storytelling and captivating dance, delving into the world of sleep. For ages 4+.
Highlights
See all our eventsChildren & Families
Multibuy Scheme
Djanogly Theatre
Tiny Planet
Sat 14 – Sun 15 Feb 2026
Enjoy puppetry, live folk music and fascinating projections in the captivating performance. For ages 5+.
Children & Families
Workshop
Multibuy Scheme
Performing Arts Studio
Family Yoga for ages 6+ with SEND
Mon 16 Feb 2026
Explore poses through play in this supportive, sensory-friendly yoga session for building body awareness. For ages 6+ with SEND.
Theatre & Dance
£5 UoN Student
Multibuy Scheme
Djanogly Theatre
I’m a Muslamic – Don’t Panik
Thu 26 Feb 2026
A hilarious, heartfelt journey to Iran, blending live music, spoken word, break-dancing, and comedy.
Music
£5 UoN Student
Multibuy Scheme
Djanogly Recital Hall
Julian Bliss, Maxim Rysanov & James Baillieu
Thu 26 Feb 2026
Arrangements by Julian Bliss of songs by the great Romantic composers Clara and Robert Schumann.
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.
