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What’s Happening at NBT Fest 2025?
Expect a full day of fun, connection and entertainment including:
🧸 Free-flow activities tailored for babies and toddlers
🎨 Interactive sessions like music, messy play, crafts & more
🏰 Soft play and imaginative role play zones
🧚 Meet & greet with favourite characters throughout the day
🌳 Outdoor forest play experiences to explore and enjoy
🗣️ Parent talks and wellbeing sessions
🎤 Live DJ and stage entertainment throughout the day
🍔 Food stalls, refreshments, and picnic areas
⚽ Sports zone for little ones to try something new
📸 Pop-up photographer capturing special family moments
🎠 Children’s rides and inflatables for extra excitement and adventure
🛍️ A variety of local stalls showcasing services, classes & family-friendly offers
❤️ Charity fundraising activities to support our local community
🎈 Activities for older siblings, so the whole family can enjoy the day
Full schedule and who's joining us will be announced over coming weeks on our socials!
🎤 Meet Some of Our Amazing Providers
We’re thrilled to welcome these fantastic teams who’ll be offering interactive sessions, stalls, and chances to learn more about what they offer year-round in Nottingham:
AND We are excited to announce even more!!
ACTIVITIES
👶 @baby.sparks - Pop up Sensory space, offering engaging play experiences designed to spark curiosity through music, textures, lights, and more — perfect for babies and early explorers! ✨👶
🌳 @boots_and_brambles Forest School Fun – Join us for a day of Forest School fun with activities for all ages and abilities! Enjoy nature-based crafts, sensory play with natural textures, and creative exploration using loose parts like sticks, stones, and leaves. 🍃
⚽ @gio_football_fun_factory Incredible childhood football experiences for all abilities — focused on fun, teamwork and confidence.
🩰 @babyballetnottinghamnorth – Official Community Sponsor Fun, welcoming dance classes for ages 6 months to 6 years. Join them at the festival for a special themed session with their famous bears, Ted and Twinkle!
🧸 TinyTalk Nottingham - Baby signing and communication through music, sensory play, and community — helping babies and parents connect. @tinytalknottinghamcentral @tinytalk_nottinghamwest
🌿 @little_wild_play_club Forest School and Yoga for little ones to nurture of love of nature help them bloom. Join in for stage-side morning yoga, and back at their tent for creative nature play!
🎵 @lullababynottingham Lullababy classes thrive on helping to boost your little ones development through an array of fun and engaging themes and carefully designed activities; from baby massage & yoga to music making, makaton signing, light up activities, messy play and MORE.
👶 @stgeorgesnursery Sherwood, Meet the friendly, professional team from this trusted local nursery. Ask questions about funding, explore fun mini activities, and discover what makes St George’s such a special place for little ones to grow.
📚 @incredibabiesuk Story-based sensory adventures for babies and toddlers! Led by a qualified teacher, these magical sessions combine songs, storytelling and sensory fun to support early development.
🎭🔥 @imagine_avenue Role Play - Step into a mini festival world with a themed role play set-up — think campfires, marshmallows and your very own main stage! Designed for ages 0–7, this is the perfect space to spark big imaginations.
🤸♀️ @nottinghamcitygymnastics Fun, fitness and friendship for all ages! Pop over to the Have-a-Go Gymnastics Zone and let your little one try some basic skills with the supportive team. A brilliant way to spark confidence and coordination in toddlers and young children.
FOOD STALLS
🍬 @all_thingzsweet Fun food for everyone! Enjoy popcorn, waffles, pancakes, sweet cones and slushies!
☕️ @boomcoffeenotts - Delicious Coffee – because parents need fuel too! Speciality coffees, hot chocolate, chai, matcha, teas & more.
🍰 @cakesoloveleigh Homemade Cakes – a range of sweet treats to keep everyone smiling!
🥟 Pakora Kitchen Serving delicious, home-cooked Pakistani food — from samosas to kebabs, meat and veggie options.
🥪 @oh_so_toastie Crispy, cheesy, and utterly delicious! Excited to have Oh So Toastie join us serving up fresh toasties from a mouthwatering 3-cheese blend to a chorizo favourite — including vegan options too!
🍕 @cravingcrustuk Get ready for award-winning, coeliac-safe pizza that everyone can enjoy! Tasty, inclusive, and served up with a slice of festival joy — don’t miss it!
SERVICES
💛 @zephyrsnottingham will be joining us at NBT Fest 2025 to share the incredible, compassionate work they do — supporting families across Nottinghamshire after the loss of a baby or child. Join us in raising awareness and supporting Zephyr’s at the festival — we’ll have fundraising activities on the day, and you can find out how to get involved, access their services and help make a difference too. We know these topics may be difficult to face — but knowing about these services can make a huge difference to someone in your life or community. Whether you’re looking for support yourself, or want to help a friend or family member, this is a chance to learn more, connect, and give back.
👶 @minifirstaidnottingham Award-winning, family-friendly first aid sessions for all ages — life-saving skills made accessible and fun.
🤱 @themindfullatch Offering practical, compassionate breastfeeding support and confidence-building techniques. Plus, our special gift bags feature fantastic products from The Green People and HotTea Mamas. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet other parents and get expert - The mindful latch will be in a nice quiet area for you and your little one to get away, with private feeding changing facilities if required.
✨ PANDAS Foundation, aims to make sure no parent, family or carer feels alone. The charity have a variety of support services available to ensure help is delivered in a way that is right for everyone.
✨ @claudia_sabina_wellness Helping mums feel like themselves again. Through gentle, empowering coaching, Claudia supports women to ditch the guilt, reconnect with confidence, and create space to thrive — not just survive. Drop by her stand for a free self-care gift and a friendly chat!
🤰 @expectingclasses_westbridgford Led by a midwife with over 25 years’ experience, these new West Bridgford-based classes are designed to help expectant parents feel empowered and confident about birth and early parenthood. Come say hello and find out more!
📸 @kmphotonotts Specialising in relaxed, joy-filled family photography — where the chaos is welcome and the smiles are real! Drop by the KM Photography stand and book your FREE mini outdoor photoshoot session on the day. A perfect chance to capture a special family moment at the festival! Also find about the other sessions and services she provides from newborn cuddles to cake smashes and Christmas themed family magic and everything in between !
ENTERTAINMENT
👑 @enchantedroseparties Bringing fairy tale magic to the festival with your favourite princesses and characters.
🎨 Just Face Painting UK Magical face painting to make your child’s day — creative designs and happy faces guaranteed!
🎧🎉@littleandgrown Little & Grown is where fun meets family — bringing live DJ energy, magical moments, and all the vibes for littles, grown-ups, and everyone in between. Get ready for high-energy set from their young budding DJ and an unforgettable Foam Party experience to close the NBT festival!!!
PRODUCT MARKET STALLS
🧡 @the.coolmumsclub – Rock your parenting with stylish branded totes, drink bottles & mum-life essentials.
💜 @_mills_and_co_ – Customised clothing and accessories for the whole family. Personalised, practical & perfect.
💚 @rosesandangelsdesign – Handmade baby and kids’ clothing, where traditional styles meet modern fabrics. Loved for their reversible dungarees & dresses!
💛 @maxandposie – Voted Best Children’s Business 2025 by the Muddy Stilettos Awards! A must-see for unique family finds.
Come along to meet them and find out more about their amazing classes and services across Nottingham!
👉 Keep an eye out on our website and socials for even more announcements of amazing providers joining us!