# Events & Things To Do In Retford on 16th May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Retford on 16th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Retford on 16th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Retford

- **Event Name**: The ELO Experience - Retford Majestic Theatre
  - **Description**: The Worlds Leading Multi Award Winning Tribute to Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra celebrates its 20th Anniversary in 2026! 

RETFORD Majestic Theatre on Saturday May 16th 2026

Come along and celebrate with us. 🥳 
A great evening of live mus
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/retford/the-elo-experience-retford-majestic-theatre/200029729793823
  - **Venue**: Majestic Theatre Retford
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  - **Categories**: music, art, theatre, entertainment, live-music
- **Event Name**: Jersey Boys Tribute
  - **Description**: Join us on Saturday the 16th May for a night of singing and dancing to classics from Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.

The Rag Dolls combine show stopping vocals, slick dance moves and charisma to deliver an evening of professional West End talent with
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/retford/jersey-boys-tribute/200029729794824
  - **Venue**: Barnby Moor, DN22 8QS East Retford, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: workshops
- **Event Name**: Dawn Chorus at Idle Valley Nature Reserve
  - **Description**: Join us for a magical Dawn Chorus experience on the 16th of May 2026 at 5am! Enjoy the serene beauty of nature's morning symphony while soaking in the sights and sounds of the early birds. 

For just £10, your ticket includes a delicious breakfast roll wi
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  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 05:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/retford/dawn-chorus-at-idle-valley-nature-reserve/200029824221810
  - **Venue**: North Road (A638), DN22 8RQ East Retford, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: CWGC War Graves Week Tours 2026- East Retford Cemetery
  - **Description**: Join us for a free tour of East Retford CemeteryAbout this EventJoin the commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of East Retford Cemetery, led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed May 20 2026 at 12:15 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/retford/cwgc-war-graves-week-tours-2026-east-retford-cemetery/100001982764090770
  - **Venue**: East Retford Cemetery
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities, meetups, dog

## Trending Events in Retford

- **Event Name**: Vegan Camp Out 2026: 10 years of VCO!
  - **Description**: 🎈 𝟭𝟬 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗩𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣 𝗢𝗨𝗧 🎉

📆 August 14-17 2026

📍 Walesby Forest, Nottinghamshire 🌲


🇬🇧 UK’s biggest vegan event!

🌍 World's most talked about vegan event

✈️ Most internationally attended vegan event

🍔 Biggest selection of plant-based food in UK h
  - **Venue**: Walesby Forest
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- **Event Name**: Retford Charter Day 2026
  - **Description**: Retford Charter Day is back 4 May 2026! The annual celebration of the grant of a royal charter to Retford will see food and craft stalls together with funfairs and family entertainment returning to Kings Park and central Retford. Mark it in your calendars
  - **Venue**: East Retford
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- **Event Name**: Walesby Womble
  - **Description**: Join us for the inaugural Walesby Womble, an exclusive weekend for Scouting and Guiding bursting with activities, adventures, and laughs. 

The Walesby Womble allows young people to explore, work in teams, have fun, and create lifelong memories. 

Set in
  - **Venue**: Walesby Forest, Brake Road, Walesby, NG22 9NG Newark, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Northern Live - Do I Love You
  - **Description**: Keeping faith to the foot stomping sounds that started on dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation.

This 11-piece band will have you on your feet with 4 lead vocalists performing 30 songs!! You can expect to hear:

DO I LOVE YOU
YOU DIDN
  - **Venue**: Majestic Theatre Retford
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- **Event Name**: Phantoms of The Popera: G4 Official - Retford
  - **Description**: ‘Phantoms of the Popera’

The ultimate celebration of Musical Theatre.

Starring G4

Following the overwhelming sell-out success of their 'Phantoms of the Popera' tour in 2025, the UK’s No1 vocal harmony quartet and original X Factor stars, G4 return in 2
  - **Venue**: Coronation St, East Retford
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- **Event Name**: We Will Rock You
  - **Description**: WE WILL ROCK YOU is a high-octane, adrenaline-fueled musical featuring more than 20 iconic Queen hits, including “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Are the Champions,” “Somebody to Love,” “Don’t Stop Me Now,” and of course, “We Will Rock You.” Set in a post-apocaly
  - **Venue**: Coronation St, East Retford
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- **Event Name**: It’s A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens - Retford
  - **Description**: It's A Beautiful Noise with Fisher Stevens The definitive Neil Diamond tribute

From London's West End to your doorstep, immerse yourself in the unparalleled celebration of the legendary Neil Diamond's music with our internationally acclaimed production!
  - **Venue**: Coronation St, East Retford
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- **Event Name**: Dinosaur Adventure Live - Retford
  - **Description**: The Greatest Prehistoric Show on Earth

A dinosaur show 65 million years in the making... Are you ready for the BRAND NEW adventure?

Join our intrepid rangers on a quest to recover the data crystal, restore power to the island and save the Dinosaurs!

St
  - **Venue**: Coronation St, East Retford
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- **Event Name**: That’ll Be The Day 40th Anniversary Show - Retford
  - **Description**: Don't miss this unforgettable performance celebrating the 40th Anniversary of That’ll Be The Day and Trevor’s farewell tour.

 Experience a unique blend of rock ‘n’ roll, pop, and comedy, featuring timeless hits from the 50s through to the 80s.

 Join us
  - **Venue**: Coronation St, East Retford
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Retford?
  - **A:** The ELO Experience - Retford Majestic Theatre (Sat May 16 2026 at 07:30 pm at Majestic Theatre Retford), Jersey Boys Tribute (Sat May 16 2026 at 07:00 pm at Barnby Moor, DN22 8QS East Retford, United Kingdom), Dawn Chorus at Idle Valley Nature Reserve (Sat May 16 2026 at 05:00 am at North Road (A638), DN22 8RQ East Retford, United Kingdom), CWGC War Graves Week Tours 2026- East Retford Cemetery (Sat May 16 2026 at 02:00 pm at East Retford Cemetery).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Retford?
  - **A:** CWGC War Graves Week Tours 2026- East Retford Cemetery (Sat May 16 2026 at 02:00 pm at East Retford Cemetery).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Retford?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Retford on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Retford?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Retford?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Retford include Majestic Theatre Retford, Barnby Moor, DN22 8QS East Retford, United Kingdom, North Road (A638), DN22 8RQ East Retford, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Retford?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Retford include The ELO Experience, Ye Olde Bell Hotel, Idle Valley Nature Reserve.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Retford?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Retford.

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