Join BBC Radio Nottingham’s Andy Whittaker and many of the other presenters near the BBC Bus in the Old Market Square from 6.30pm to 7pm to launch the night and take part in the official Big Night Out photo. In front of the East Midlands Today cameras, there’ll be Ceroc dancing (including Frances Finn and John Holmes), a drumming demonstration and weather man Des Coleman will sing to get the night started.

Nottingham City Council and Nottingham BID (Business Improvement District) have organised a programme of free open-air live music and street entertainment for the Big Night Out. Around the city centre from 6pm there’ll be drummers, stilt walkers, samba dancing, live music and comic characters.

There’s also free live music at Skin Bar, 8-10 Broadway, Lace Market, Nottingham NG1 1PS. Doors open at 8pm with the band “Decent Chaps” on stage from 8.30pm. If you love Swing, Latin-American, Ratpack &Jazz you’ll love this! For more information call Skin Bar on 0845 388 7546. Anyone with a valid bus or tram ticket for that day will get 25% off their drinks.

There are 100 free tickets available for the N’ice and Easy session at the National Ice Centre between 7.30pm and 10pm. This session is designed for beginners and families to help skaters build up their confidence on the ice.  There’s also a coach on hand to give out some tips and advice. The tickets are on a first come, first served basis when you quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Theatre Royal - 2 for the price of 1 on stalls and upper circle tickets to see HOLMES AND THE RIPPER at 7.30pm, the first play in a series of five classic thrillers showing at the Theatre Royal over the summer period. Book in person at the Royal Centre box office or call on 0115 989 5555, quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Take a quick FREE tour of Nottingham Council House with experienced guides. You’ll see the council chamber, the Lord Mayor’s parlour, the Sheriff’s rooms and the Ballroom. Call into the Council House foyer any time between 7 till 9pm.

7-9pm at the Bell Inn, Old Market Square, Nottingham - a group of magicians from the Nottingham Guild of Magicians will be doing free close-up magic demonstrations.

Tales of Robin Hood will be staying open till 8pm in the evening. There will be free archery, Robin Hood will be available for photos and if people wish to take the tour, children under 11 will be admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult. You can find out more by calling 0115 9483284 or just turn up on the night

The Galleries of Justice in the Lace Market will be opening to the public for the evening with a range of free activities on offer for all the family to enjoy. These will include object handling, dressing up and craft activities. There will also be the chance to explore the new free exhibition 'Dr Isaac Massey Presents His Grand Emporium of Criminal Curiosities from the Cabinets of Crime'. During the evening regular tours through the court and prison will be available for a small fee, as will the chance to take home a real mug-shot of you and your family. The evening will run form 6.00 - 9.00 (with doors opening at 5.45). Booking for the tours is advisable by contacting Helen Shepherd by email helen.shepherd@galleriesofjustice.org.uk or on 0115 952 0555 and quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out.

Led by city centre guide Bill Shaw, this entertaining 2 hour walk points out some of the things you might not have noticed about the Lace Market. It’s half price for the Big Night Out at £2.50 per person. Book by emailing andy.whittaker@bbc.co.uk

A 90 minute walk exploring the passageways and alleys of the city centre and their history, ending up at the castle to look at Robin Hood’s connections with the city. The walk is led by Chris Slade – declared Nottingham’s Ambassador for Tourism! It’s at a special Big Night Out price of £2.50 per person and there’s no need to book. Just turn up at the Tourism Centre, Smithy Row at 7pm.

An entertaining and historic tour, bordering the Park and including notable Nottingham pubs. Meet at 7pm outside the Tourism Centre on Smithy Row for a 2 hour walk led by Blue Badge guide Margaret Harrison. THIS WALK IS NOW FULLY BOOKED

The Broadway Cinema on Broad Street in Nottingham is holding a special Big Night Out BBQ on the terrace from 4pm. Perhaps get yourself a ticket for one of the summer movies while you’re there?

Buy two games and get a third free at AMF Bowling on Belward Street in Nottingham city centre. Quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out when booking on 08448 263026

Crowne Plaza
Wollaton Street
Nottingham
NG1 5RH
0870 787 5161

“Park, Dine & Enjoy” package for the Big Night Out. 4 hours free parking in the hotel car park, dine in the Lace Maker Restaurant which offers a brassiere style menu (open from 5.30-10pm). £15 for two courses, children’s menus are also available. Then go and enjoy Nottingham! Quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out when booking.

MemSaab Restaurant
12-14 Maid Marion Way
Nottingham
NG1 6HS

0115 957 0009

3 Course wide-ranging menu for £15 for those who quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out.

Hart’s Restaurant
Standard Hill
Park Row
Nottingham
NG1 6GN
0115 988 1900

2 course special menu for £10 for those who quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out (limited tables)

Tonic
Restaurant Bar and Deli
6 Chapel Quarter
Chapel Bar
Nottingham
NG1 6LS
0115 941 4770

25% off food in the restaurant and 2 for 1 on selected cocktails in the bar. Quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out when booking.

Benton’s Brasserie
36-38 Heathcoat St
Nottingham
NG1 3AA
0115 959 9800

3 courses for £10 from a special menu. Quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out when booking.

Curry Lounge
110 Upper Parliament Street
Nottingham
NG1 6LN
0115 941 8844

A special 3 course set meal for £15 per person, kids under 12 eat free. Booking is essential – quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out.

La Tasca
Weekday Cross
Nottingham
0115 959 9456

25% discount off meal for two or more when booked in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

The Living Room
7 High Pavement
The Lace Market
Nottingham
NG1 1HF
0870 44 22 716

20% discount on food bills and 2 for the price of 1 cocktails for diners when you book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out. One deal per guest.

Ha!Ha!
Weekday Cross
Nottingham
0115 950 1911

25% discount on food bills when you quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

TGI Friday’s
The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 950 5950

2 for the price of 1 on main courses when you show this offers list or book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Nando’s
The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 950 5252

2 for the price of 1 on main courses when you show this offers list or book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Wagamama
The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 924 1797

2 for the price of 1 on main courses when you show this offers list or book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Slug and Lettuce
The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 947 4260

2 for the price of 1 on main courses when you show this offers list or book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Bella Italia
The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 950 9480

2 for the price of 1 on main courses when you show this offers list or book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Revolution
The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 959 8072

2 for the price of 1 on main courses when you show this offers list or book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Strada
The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 947 5009

2 for the price of 1 on main courses when you show this offers list or book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Saltwater
The Cornerhouse
Nottingham
0115 924 2664

2 for the price of 1 on a la carte menu main courses when you show this offers list or book in advance quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Please note, with all the offers at the Cornerhouse the following terms and conditions apply: Cheapest meal will be free, the offers list must be produced and the Manager reserves the right to withdraw offer at any time.

Le Bistrot Pierre
13-17 Milton Street
Nottingham
NG1 3EN
0115 941 2850

The usual pre theatre menu is extended to the whole evening with the addition of a free glass of Rose (worth £3.75) . That’s two courses from the evening menu and a glass of Rose for £12.90 when you book quoting BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out

Umami Tandoori
6 Chapel Bar
Nottingham
NG1 6JQ
0115 941 7937

Try Nottingham’s newest Indian restaurant. 20% off a meal for two including drinks consumed with the meal. Quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out when booking.

Merchants
31 High Pavement
Lace Market
Nottingham
NG1 1HE
0115 958 9898
2 course special menu for £10 (limited tables). Quote BBC Radio Nottingham’s Big Night Out when booking. There’s also 30% discount on cocktails in the Saint Bar.