Fun Things to Do in Nottingham: Indie Explosion Live at The Palais – Friday 29th August 2025

Looking for fun things to do in Nottingham this summer? Mark your calendars — Indie Explosion: The Story of Britpop arrives at The Palais on Friday 29th August for a night of live music, nostalgia, and Britpop anthems. If you're wondering what to do in Nottingham, this is one gig you won't want to miss.

🎶 What to Expect — A Britpop Experience

When you're hunting for fun things to do in Nottingham, an evening of Blur, Oasis, Pulp, The Stone Roses, Happy Mondays and more at The Palais hits the perfect note. The show blends live performance with exclusive documentary footage, bringing the best of 90s Britpop into one immersive experience

lead singer at indie explosion

Absolutey amazing. such talented artists, very friendly and approachable guys and we loved the story told of the info on the band's inbetween changes. just the right amount of everything.

paula, c 
Outside The Palais building Nottingham

🏛️ Venue Spotlight — The Palais

Located on Lower Parliament Street (NG1 3BB), The Palais is a historic Nottingham venue—originally opened in 1925 as a dance hall—reimagined as a modern musical hub. If you're searching for fun things to do in Nottingham, few places offer the same blend of nostalgia and atmosphere.

Date, Timing & Tickets

  • What's on Nottingham on this date? Indie Explosion at The Palais!

  • Date & Time: Friday 29th August 2025, doors open at 18:00, show wraps around 22:00

  • Tickets: £19.95 (+ booking fee)

keyboard player at indie explosion

Just come home from seeing them in Northwich tonight, what a fantastic trip down memory lane! Really quality tunes that do justice to the originals. Well done fellas, top entertainment!!

darrel, j
bass player at indie explosion

🎤 The Experience — Live Music & Documentary

Expect an electrifying hybrid: part concert, part documentary. With captivating visuals and powerhouse live renditions from the UK’s top Britpop tribute band, the show brings your search for fun things to do in Nottingham to life like never before.

Fans on Skiddle and social media say it’s more than just a gig—it’s an emotional, energetic Britpop journey.

Why It Tops the “Fun Things to Do” List

Live energy: sing, dance, relive the golden era of Britpop.

Venue vibes: The Palais combines historic charm with contemporary flair.

Immersive storytelling: documentary footage takes the nostalgia deeper.

So when you’re exploring fun things to do in Nottingham, consider this an essential experience.

guitarist at indie explosion

What's Next?

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Keep your “fun things to do in Nottingham” checklist updated — more dates and cities are coming soon. For now, here’s your Britpop fix lined up:

Indie Explosion — The Palais, Nottingham | Friday 29th August 2025
Grab your tickets now and make it a date night, a friend night, or your chance to shout every lyric at the top of your lungs.

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