One of the biggest free festivals in Nottingham returns to the Victoria Embankment this weekend. The Riverside Festival will take place from Friday, August 5 to Sunday, August 7 with bands, street food and fireworks.
Huge numbers of visitors are expected into the city with over 25,000 recorded in previous years. Nottingham City Council has confirmed there will be no road closures but that residents should be aware that there could be disruption.
As well as some delays or disruptions, there will be parking restrictions in the Meadows to help facilitate the festival and protect the parking for locals living near the site. There are a number of ways to get to and from the event with alternative parking options in place.
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When does the Riverside Festival start?
There is due to be increased traffic and crowds over the three days starting when the festival opens.
On Friday, the event will start at 5pm and continue into the evening until 11:30 pm. On Saturday, August 6, the event will begin earlier at 12pm continuing until 11:30 pm that evening. Sunday will start at 12 pm but will finish earlier at 6:30 pm.
Where can I park at Riverside Festival?
Those travelling to the event by car will be able to use the festival car parking site which is available for £10 per day with cards and cash accepted. The car park at Victoria Embankment will be easily accessed from the A60 and A52 and if visitors book in advance then they can save £2 off the price of parking.
Which bus do I get to get to Riverside?
If you are travelling from the city centre then the Green Line Service (5,6,7,8,9,10 or 11) from Parliament Street opposite Victoria Centre and outside Lloyds Bank will stop nearby. Alternatively, the Navy Line Services from Beastmarket Hill will also work for Riverside.
Visitors can pick up any services from Maid Marian Way, Broadmarsh or outside Nottingham Rail Station on Carrington Street. NCT buses should offer a Grouprider deal for anyone travelling with friends or family.
After the fireworks, frequent shuttle buses will operate from Trent Bridge, Victoria Embankment back into the City Centre.
Do the trams go to Riverside Festival?
The closest tram for the festival stops at Meadows Embankment which is one of the stops on the Clifton Tram Line. They will operate every ten minutes.
Visitors can use all the Park and Ride car parks to jump on a tram to the festival. NET will have their ‘8 for £8’ offer, covering two adults and up to six children for all-day travel available throughout the festival
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