Events

Outdoors Urban Sketching with Sam Edwards

Explore your local landscape with artist Sam Edwards (as seen on Sky Arts' National Landscape Artist). Taking inspiration from the Museum's Buxton paintings, you'll create your own watercolour artwork outsidecelebrating Mansfield through your eyes.

Ice Age Adventure Live

Brace yourselves for a mammoth mission in the frozen world of Ice Age Adventure Live! Journey back in time to meet incredible prehistoric animals in the coolest family show this side of the arctic circle! Join our fearless explorers as they trek through snow-packed valleys, outwit sabre-toothed surprises, and make friends with the COOLEST CAVEMEN, even bringing back some extinct DODO friends for the ride! This icy adventure is sure to knock your snow boots off! Help our heroes save the WOOLLY MAMMOTH by joining in with the frosty fun in this live theatre show at a venue near you. After the show, get up close like never before and meet your prehistoric pal; the POLAR BEAR! This mammoth fun-filled family day out is the frozen tale you’ll never forget! So grab your snow boots and stomp back in time with Ice Age Adventure Live!

Kevin Bloody Wilson (16+)

He’s back, and he’s Fair Dinkum Funny! After 40+ years of touring the UK, selling millions of records, and releasing 21 classic albums, Kevin Bloody Wilson remains the gold standard for Aussie comedy – outrageous and unfiltered. Kev’s still the cheekiest bloke on the planet. His PC free, DILLIGAF attitude, is the kind of funny that’s stood the test of time. Part poet, part piss-taker and the king of the sing-a-long. From outback pubs to the London Palladium and now to TikTok, Kev’s songs and stories continue to connect generations — with his viral videos introducing his irreverent humour to a whole new crowd. He’s the bloke who never bowed to political correctness, and thanks to his timeless style of uproarious entertainment, a whole new generation has joined the party! Sharing the stage once again with his not-so-secret weapon — his retirement fund, Jenny Talia from Australia — Kev’s bringing an all-new show packed with the songs and stories that made him a legend.

The Makings of a Murderer: The Undercover Detective

Join Peter Bleksley, a founding member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit and former star of Channel 4’s Hunted, as he lifts the lid on the most dangerous and hidden aspects of murder investigations. From the gritty realities of infiltrating criminal gangs to his own terrifying experience of becoming the target of a murder plot, Peter shares the untold stories of the most high-stakes cases. For over a decade, Peter worked undercover, posing as everything from drug dealers to contract killers. His double life gave him access to the darkest corners of humanity, uncovering secrets that would save lives - but at the cost of his own safety. Forced into witness protection by an FBI-uncovered assassination plot, his career as a detective came to an abrupt end, leaving him with chilling memories of murderers and the justice system that hunts them. Prepare for an unforgettable evening of true crime as Peter Bleksley reveals the harrowing reality behind solving murders and battling the criminal underworld. This is crime-fighting as you’ve never seen it before.

The Simon and Garfunkel Story

“What A Great ****ing Show” – Art Garfunkel Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London’s West End, including multiple appearances at the world-famous London Palladium. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more. With standing ovations at every performance at the show Art Garfunkel himself loved, you don't want to miss this international sensation.

Motown's Greatest Hits - How Sweet it is

This stunning, 100% live show combines first class music with the slickest choreography and an amazing band, to deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever have! This show will have you Dancing on the Ceiling with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and many more.

View Through a Window – Home Education Workshop for ages 7 to 16

Step back into Mansfield's past with this hands-on workshop led by sculptor Michelle Reader. Inspired by the Buxton watercolours and architectural models at Mansfield Museum, you'll explore the town's 19th-century streetscapes and choose a window to investigate. Who lived or worked there? What stories happened inside those walls? Using recycled materials, create a miniature scene; a view through a window into the imagined interiors of these historic buildings. This workshop blends local history with creative storytelling, bringing the model buildings to life through your own imagination.

Outdoors Urban Sketching with Sam Edwards

Explore your local landscape with artist Sam Edwards (as seen on Sky Arts' National Landscape Artist). Taking inspiration from the Museum's Buxton paintings, you'll create your own watercolour artwork outsidecelebrating Mansfield through your eyes.

Priscilla, Queen of the Desert the Musical

Masque Productions are proud to present Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, based on the Oscar-winning and ground-breaking film. This Broadway and West End musical comedy sensation follows three friends on a hilarious and heart-warming road trip across the Australian Outback in a battered old bus (nicknamed Priscilla) to stage the show of a lifetime! Featuring iconic dance hits like It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Hot Stuff, Boogie Wonderland, Go West, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, I Love the Nightlife plus many more. With jaw-dropping costumes, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is a sparkling visual spectacle, as well as a celebration of individuality, friendship, and a journey to the heart of fabulous! Grab your tickets today and get ready to Shake Your Groove Thing! Parental guidance advised: Suitable for those 14+ years due to adult themes and some explicit language.

Turner & Constable - Exhibition On Screen

Witness a clash of fire and water at the Mansfield Palace Theatre Lounge. This event invites artists, creatives, and culture enthusiasts to connect and relax. This Week’s Film: Turner & Constable Celebrating the 250th anniversary of their births, this unmissable new documentary explores the lives, rivalry, and legacies of Turner and Constable alongside Tate Britain’s groundbreaking exhibition. Born within a year of each other, Turner and Constable were fierce rivals who transformed landscape painting. Turner’s blazing sunsets and sublime visions of travel stood in stark contrast to Constable’s nostalgic depictions of the English countryside. Their differing approaches – compared at the time to a clash of “fire and water” – whipped audiences into a frenzy of admiration and debate. With exclusive access to the exhibition, the film offers intimate views of sketchbooks, personal items, and rarely seen works. Leading experts share fresh insights into both artists, revealing unexpected sides to their lives and practices, and showing how together they reshaped British art. Why Attend? Experience Tate Britain’s landmark exhibition from your cinema seat. Explore the rivalry and brilliance of Turner and Constable, side by side. Gain unique insights through exclusive access to personal items, sketchbooks, and expert commentary. Enjoy tea, coffee, and biscuits while connecting with fellow art lovers in an intimate setting. Date: Friday 13 November 2026 Tickets: £12.00 Certificate: U