Events news

Treat your loved one this Mother’s Day at Nuneaton artisan market!
Nuneaton is hosting a fantastic new artisan market this Mothering Sunday, March 19, so bring mum along for a special treat!
Published on Monday, 13th March 2023-
Sharing the Light set to amaze with illuminated puppet attraction
Giant illuminated puppets called DUNDU and BABY DUNDU to electrify crowds as they walkabout Nuneaton town centre, visiting community groups and interacting with audience members.
Published on Tuesday, 11th October 2022 -
Introducing Birmingham 2022 Queen's Relay Batonbearer Om Gurung
Batonbearers were nominated in recognition of their contributions to their local community and being an inspiration to others.
Published on Thursday, 14th July 2022 -
Only 3 weeks until Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay visits Nuneaton and Bedworth!
Nuneaton and Bedworth are gearing up to welcome the Queen’s Baton on Thursday 21 July!
Published on Thursday, 30th June 2022 -
A feast of food comes to Nuneaton!
We are delighted to announce that two of our popular summer food events will be making a return in July!
Published on Monday, 20th June 2022 -
Christmas lights switch-ons set to be a sparkling affair
We can now confirm more details of our Christmas light switch on events.
Published on Tuesday, 16th November 2021 -
Festive fun returns to the Borough with Christmas Lights events!
The Borough Council has confirmed arrangements for three Christmas Lights switch on events in the Borough this year.
Published on Friday, 15th October 2021 -
Bedworth gets ready to unveil new Armistice peace podium
A brand new, Armistice peace podium will be unveiled in Bedworth tomorrow.
Published on Monday, 20th September 2021 -
Nuneaton 10k back and better than ever!
The Nuneaton 10K is back for 2021 and it’s even better than ever with the addition of a 2k Junior Fun Run!
Published on Friday, 27th August 2021 -
The Borough’s Christmas Lights switch on will be a virtual event this year
Coronavirus restrictions which rule out public gatherings mean the popular town centre seasonal celebrations in Bedworth, Bulkington and Nuneaton will take place online.
Published on Tuesday, 24th November 2020 -
Help us celebrate VE Day!
The 8 May 2020 marks 75 years since VE day, (Victory in Europe) the day when the Second World War in Europe came to an end.
Published on Thursday, 30th April 2020 -
Join us at the launch of a special Bicentenary video made to commemorate George Eliot’s 200th Birthday!
On the cusp of International Women’s Day this weekend, we are launching (arguably the Borough's greatest woman) George Eliot’s Bicentenary year video.
Published on Monday, 2nd March 2020 -
The Borough’s Christmas lights switch-on events, better than ever!
"We are looking forward to the Christmas lights switch-on events in our Borough, they are always very popular and provide great entertainment for the whole family."
Published on Tuesday, 12th November 2019 -
Another fabulous Nuneaton 10k!
Outside the Town Hall on Sunday 8th September in the bright sunshine of an early autumn morning, 178 runners lined up for the start of the 3rd annual Nuneaton Harriers 10K Road Race.
Published on Friday, 13th September 2019 -
OVO Energy Tour of Britain back in the Borough!
Take a chance to see the world’s top riders in action right on your doorstep as we once again welcome Britain’s largest professional cycle race to the Borough this week.
Published on Tuesday, 10th September 2019 -
The Bedworth Classic Car Show returns
July’s classic car event at Bedworth covered market proved so popular it’s making a return – and this time it will include motorcycles and scooters.
Published on Monday, 2nd September 2019 -
The British Science Festival is in Coventry and Warwickshire!
From 10-13 September, there will be a celebration of science and culture with more than 100 FREE events, activities and performances taking place at The British Science Festival
Published on Wednesday, 28th August 2019 -
Fantastic Food Festival returns!
Following a great success in 2018, the second Nuneaton Food Festival will take place once again this Sunday.
Published on Monday, 8th July 2019 -
Participants young and old help raise £285 for local charity Doorway at Nuneaton & Bedworth 5k Fun Run!
The annual Nuneaton & Bedworth 5k Fun Run which took part on Sunday 24th March welcomed a wonderful variety of participants from far and wide.
Published on Wednesday, 10th April 2019 -
A Borough Easter Eggstravaganza
There's something for everyone this Easter in Nuneaton & Bedworth!
Published on Tuesday, 9th April 2019 -
From NBBC with Love…
Congratulations to our #LovedONE Valentine’s Day competition winners!
Published on Monday, 25th February 2019 -
Free car parking for our Christmas lights switch-on events
Free car parking will be available at all Council owned car parks from 3pm on Saturday 24th in Bedworth and 3pm in Nuneaton on Sunday 25th during the lights switch-on events.
Published on Thursday, 22nd November 2018 -
Incorrect date for the 2019 Food Festival published in In Touch
The Borough Council wishes to apologise for an error in the latest edition of In Touch magazine.
Published on Tuesday, 23rd October 2018 -
Nuneaton Street Market cancelled
Met Office warnings of storm conditions has led to Nuneaton's street market being cancelled tomorrow, Saturday 13 October.
Published on Friday, 12th October 2018 -
Sunsation - 6 weeks of summer fun in both Nuneaton and Bedworth town centres
Sunsation - the Council’s holiday activity programme, bringing a host of fun-filled activities and entertainment to Nuneaton and Bedworth during the summer holiday.
Published on Friday, 13th July 2018 -
Come to town for Easter fun!
There’s lots of Easter fun in Nuneaton and Bedworth town centres over the next few days.
Published on Thursday, 29th March 2018 -
Borough Lottery - Good Causes promotion and registration
The Council is inviting local charities and other not-for-profit organizations to register as good causes with the Borough’s new lottery.
Published on Tuesday, 6th March 2018 -
Reply to the 'Easter Eggstravaganza’
In response to the Nuneaton News article concerning the Council’s 'Easter Eggstravaganza’ town centre entertainment, NBBC offers the following statement:
Published on Tuesday, 10th May 2016
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