Events in Carlton From 30th March – 5th April 2026

You can find a lively mix of events in Carlton this week, with activity ranging from early evening football matches at FSM Carlton Football Centre to community gatherings hosted by local resident groups on Monday evenings. These sessions reflect ongoing practices rooted in shared space and routine, whether it’s players meeting before dusk or neighbours discussing topics over tea. Live music happens at smaller venues such as The Grove, where indie rock acts perform alongside reggae ensembles on Thursday nights. Comedy events occur bi-weekly on Friday evenings, typically drawing audiences from nearby areas including Carlton Hill and Great North Road. Food-focused initiatives include a weekly pop-up market held in the car park near Highfields Park, offering seasonal produce sourced locally; these gatherings are often coordinated by residents through informal networks rather than formal organisations.

Public transport remains central to access: direct trains run hourly between Carlton and Nottingham Railway Station via the line along Great North Road. The 20-minute walk from Carlton Hill station is noted in resident feedback as manageable but sometimes challenging during inclement weather, particularly near The Castle where pedestrian crossings lack clear signage. While parking congestion affects areas like Highfields Park during peak events, especially on weekend evenings, the city continues to manage access through coordinated scheduling of local activities and event promotions via public transport alerts. More details are below.