Children and families
Fun for all the family - concerts, theatre performances, events for under 5s, illustrators and author visits, art workshops and more.
Happy 10th Birthday to Inspire!
This new What’s On Guide begins on an exciting date as 1 April 2026 officially marks 10 years since the organisation was established! You’ll find opportunities to celebrate with us throughout this guide, and many more to come throughout the year.
Plus you'll find the usual range of author events, heritage, live music, events for children and families, activities for under 5s, exhibitions, film screenings and much more!
Browse the guide below, and don't forget to pick up a copy from your local library and Nottinghamshire Archives from 16 March.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Download a copy of the brochure:
Alternative Brochure Formats
The brochure is available in alternative formats for those who may benefit from large print or for those using a screen reader. Read and download the large print text-only version in Word Document or PDF format.
Booking Events
Tickets for events can be booked online, in person at the library, or by phone. Tickets are non-refundable unless an event is cancelled. Programme is subject to change and all details are correct at time of print.
Reading & Libraries
2026 Summer Reading Challenge: Read to the Beat
We’ll be inspiring children to explore the rhythm and melody of reading in the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge.
Reading & Libraries
Reading
Go All In with what you already love with our author visits - whether that’s crime fiction, romantasy, or the summer of sport.
Jazz Steps Live at the Libraries
Enjoy live jazz from the comfort of your library.
Heritage
Heritage talks and workshops to learn about Nottinghamshire's rich and varied history. Plus the return of Hands On Heritage Day in May!
Arts & Culture
Community Film Screenings
Bringing the big screen to you! Films for the family, film workshops, dementia friendly and relaxed screenings.
What's On
Exhibitions
Inspiring exhibitions in library galleries.
Arts & Culture
Healthier Happier Connected Creative
Informal music concerts, hands-on creative workshops and health activities to boost strength, balance and memory.
Arts & Culture
Inspire Youth Arts Events
Catapult Dance Festival, music bootcamps, and gigs showcasing Nottinghamshire's up-and-coming talent.
Arts & Culture
Knit, Crochet & Craft in Libraries
The 2026 Charity Knitting Challenge is coming! Introducing Story Snugglers.
Services for Schools
InspiRead 2026 Shortlist
Join in our InspiRead 2026 Book Awards! Vote for your favourite Picture Book, Shorter Book and Longer Book from 1 April.
