Upcoming Events and Markets
Below contains information on various events and markets, Full list of links at bottom
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Event Highlights
Get Ready for SPOOKTACULAR NEWARK!
Newark's biggest Halloween event is back and it's going to be frighteningly fun for the whole family! Two days of incredible entertainment, food, and activities at the Newark Royal Market!
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When: Friday 31st October & Saturday 1st November Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (both days)
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FRIDAY HIGHLIGHTS (31st October)
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Town Centre Trick or Treat Trail (12pm - 4pm)
Scare Actors, Workshops, and Face Painting
Haunted Cells and Notts Police
Live Acoustic set from Becca Brittain (1pm - 3pm)
Shop Newark Disco at the Town Hall (4pm - 5pm – booking required!)
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SATURDAY HIGHLIGHTS (1st November)
A HUGE line-up of spooky performances, dance, and live music!
Catch Studio 2 Dance Academy, Hollie Bentley Dance, and Charlotte Hudson Dance!
Live music from The Retronauts Acoustic Duo, Ghosts of Empire, and The Ghost Drinkers!
Show off your skills with NTFC Football!
Make sure you swing by on Saturday 1st November! I'll be there all day (in the butter market), chatting all things Newark Guide and selling my books! Come say hello, grab a copy, and get the low-down on the best of Newark!
Even if you don't want to buy a book, pop over for a chat
Find the full schedule and details here: https://www.whatsonnewarkandsherwood.co.uk/.../spooktacu.../
The Big Cosy Guide: Warming Up Newark & Sherwood This Autumn and Winter
Please share to anyone who may find this beneficial Ive put a link to the full guide in the comments.
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As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Newark and Sherwood District Council has launched The Big Cosy Guide—a seasonal celebration of warmth, creativity, and community spirit. Designed to help residents and visitors make the most of the colder months, this guide is your go-to resource for festive fun, free family events, indoor activities, and ways to enjoy the great outdoors.
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What’s Inside the Guide?
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The Big Cosy Guide is packed with:
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• Local events for all ages, from craft workshops to lantern parades
• Creative indoor activities to keep minds busy and spirits high
• Outdoor adventures like winter walks and nature trails
• Community resources to support wellbeing and connection
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Whether you're looking to snuggle up with a book in a local café, explore Newark’s historic sites, or get hands-on with seasonal crafts, the guide offers something for everyone.
The initiative is more than just a list of things to do, it’s about bringing people together, supporting local businesses, and encouraging seasonal wellbeing. It’s especially valuable for families, older residents, and anyone looking to stay active and connected during the colder months.
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Printed copies will be available at local pick-up points across Newark and Sherwood, and the guide can also be viewed online,
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Highlights to Look Out For
• Festive markets and light displays
• Free workshops for kids and adults
• Local history walks and storytelling sessions
• Cosy corners in libraries and community hubs
LINK HERE
Weekly Markets - Held in The Market Square
Monday (except Bank Holidays) – pre-loved and collectors market
Wednesday – general retail market
Thursday – pre-loved and collectors market
Friday – general retail market
Saturday – general retail market
Regular stall holders include fruit and vegetables, cut flowers and plants, clothes, leather goods, bread and cakes, fresh fish, pet foods, crafts, meat, fabrics, watches and watch batteries/repairs, books and carpets.​
For more local events click the below:
Visit Newark - Events
Newark Creates - Events
Newark Market - Events
Artisan pop up markets
Palace Theatre - Events
Newark Showground - EVENTS
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