The Ay-Up Market is back for its fourth year, running from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 March 2025. Held in Nottingham’s Old Market Square.
The free, family-friendly event celebrates the city’s independent businesses and creatives. With the market’s expanded footprint onto Smithy Row for the first time, this year’s event is set to be larger than ever before.
Organised and funded by It’s in Nottingham – the city’s Business Improvement District – and with support from Nottingham City Council, this free, family-friendly event champions local businesses, artisans, and creatives, fostering a strong sense of community spirit.
Last year’s market hosted over 60 traders, but 2025 welcomes over 80 traders, offering an even greater variety of food, drinks, arts and crafts, homeware, jewellery, and more. Exciting newcomers like WooSun Choi, JJ Crochets, and Lenity Candles join returning favourites such as Shop Zero, Riviera Iced Tea, and Beeston Brownie.
The main stage, curated by Rastarella from Cultural Vibrations (Unity Through Music), will showcase an eclectic mix of folk, indie, gospel, blues, reggae, soul, and global beats. Free arts and crafts sessions, led by Positively Empowered Kids, provide creative fun for all ages, while face painting, balloon modelling, and hook-a-duck ensure plenty of family entertainment. A new bead and craft workshop, hosted by The Bead Shop, is also available (pre-booking required).
Foodies can savour global flavours, from award-winning Malaysian street food to Mexican meals with Syiok-Lah and Poblano Eatery. Indulgent treats from Cheeky Pancakes, award-winning beers from Blue Monkey Brewery, and coffee from Blackbird Coffee will keep visitors fuelled throughout the weekend.
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Don’t miss this vibrant weekend celebrating Nottingham’s community spirit! Learn more here: Ay-Up Market 2025.
The Ay-Up Market will be open from:
- Friday 28th March: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday 29th March: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Sunday 30th March: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Get the dates in your diary and see you there!
