# What's On In Retford This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Retford is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore what to do in Retford this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and event in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore. Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Retford

- **Event Name**: Friday Night at the Factory - Great British Sports Cars.
  - **Description**: Its back.... Friday Night at the Factory - The first one of the year is happening on 1st May at Great British Sports Cars.
Happening again this year is our Friday Night at the Factory event -This event we are planning to happen one Friday a month from May
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/retford/friday-night-at-the-factory-great-british-sports-cars/200029676544846
  - **Venue**: Great British Sports Cars Ltd
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  - **Categories**: sports, meetups, first-friday
- **Event Name**: Rhythm and Vibez UK presents Dance Until Dark
  - **Description**: Dance all  evening with Rhythm and Vibez UK at Dance Until Dark – Vibes don’t stop till SunsetAbout this EventGet Ready for Rhythm and Vibez UK presents Dance Until Dark!Join us for an unforgettable night whe
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 10:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/retford/rhythm-and-vibez-uk-presents-dance-until-dark/100001981855043786
  - **Venue**: Retford Town Hall
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  - **Price**: GBP 20 to 33
- **Event Name**: Dip & Indulge - Chocolate making & feasting!
  - **Description**: Create your own delicious chocolate truffles, then enjoy a pot of  melted chocolate with sweet treats to dip - delicious!About this EventPerfect for any chocoholic!Enjoy making your own chocolate truffles, includin
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 01:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/retford/dip-and-indulge-chocolate-making-and-feasting/100001983619006847
  - **Venue**: The Chocolate Kitchen
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  - **Price**: GBP 29
- **Event Name**: Pop up Fish & Chip Night
  - **Description**: Join us on Friday 1st May at the Village Hall for delicious Fish & Chips, as Time and Plaice serves up freshly cooked, golden fish and chips from 5pm to 7pm!
And to make the evening even better, the bar will be open🍻—so you can enjoy a refreshing drin
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/retford/pop-up-fish-and-chip-night/200029652740943
  - **Venue**: 38 Town Street, Sutton, DN22 8PT
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## 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**: Party in The Square 2026
  - **Description**: The Official Event Page for Party In The Square, Organised by North Notts BID Ltd

We have some exciting news... Party In The Square is BACK for 2026, taking place in Retford this August Bank Holiday on Sunday 30th August 🎤

Enjoy an afternoon of live mus
  - **Venue**: Retford Market Square
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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**: 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**: Take That Tribute Band
  - **Description**: Get ready for an epic evening celebrating Take That like never before! Join us in person for a night packed with all your favourite hits, great vibes and awesome company.  Whether you're a life long fan or just love a good sing-along, this tribute night w
  - **Venue**: Lincoln road , Ng22 0ss
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- **Event Name**: Painting Workshop - hedgehog and snail
  - **Description**: Our “Pot Life” painting workshop Sold Out straight away… so we’ve added an extra date 😍

Come and paint “Pot Life” 🦔 a sweet spring painting of our very own hedgehog - this time with a charming friend 🐌 

Very limited numbers available so please be quick
  - **Venue**: Scruffy Little Fox
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- **Event Name**: Walesby Womble
  - **Description**: JWelcome to the inaugural Walesby Womble!

Join us for an unforgettable exclusive weekend for Scouting and Guiding groups, packed full of adventure, teamwork, and fun. The Walesby Womble is designed to give young people the chance to explore, try new acti
  - **Venue**: Walesby Forest, Brake Road, Walesby, NG22 9NG Newark, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Majestic Theatre, Retford
  - **Description**: Kelly O’Brien is the world’s number one Dolly Parton tribute.
She is endorsed by the Parton family, has worked as Dolly’s body double and was the only UK finalist in the official global casting search for the new Dolly Parton Broadway musical.
Kelly has s
  - **Venue**: Majestic Theatre Retford
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Retford?
  - **A:** Friday Night at the Factory - Great British Sports Cars. (Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm at Great British Sports Cars Ltd), Rhythm and Vibez UK presents Dance Until Dark (Sat May 02 2026 at 06:30 pm at Retford Town Hall), Dip & Indulge - Chocolate making & feasting! (Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm at The Chocolate Kitchen), Pop up Fish & Chip Night (Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm at 38 Town Street, Sutton, DN22 8PT).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Retford this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** Friday Night at the Factory - Great British Sports Cars. (Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm at Great British Sports Cars Ltd), Rhythm and Vibez UK presents Dance Until Dark (Sat May 02 2026 at 06:30 pm at Retford Town Hall), Dip & Indulge - Chocolate making & feasting! (Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm at The Chocolate Kitchen), Pop up Fish & Chip Night (Fri May 01 2026 at 05:00 pm at 38 Town Street, Sutton, DN22 8PT).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Retford?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend 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 Weekend 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 Weekend events in Retford?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Retford include Great British Sports Cars Ltd, Retford Town Hall, The Chocolate Kitchen.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Weekend events in Retford?
  - **A:** Prices for Weekend events in Retford range from GBP 20 to GBP 33. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Retford?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Retford include Great British Sports Cars Ltd, Rhythm and Vibez UK, The Chocolate Kitchen.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend 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 Weekend events in Retford?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Retford.

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