What’s On

There’s always something exciting happening in Gainsborough!

Why not tie in your visit with one of the many events taking place in and around the area? Enjoy festive and seasonal celebrations, live theatre, cinematic experiences, family days out and more! Take a look at our What’s On Calendar to find out more.

You can also take a look back at the many cultural events that have taken place in Gainsborough since 2017 here – Thriving Gainsborough.

Stop by a local attraction, find somewhere to eat or spend some time shopping. Gainsborough’s new state-of-the-art cinema also offers the latest films at great prices!

Explore further afield and enjoy a day out at one of our top family attractions including Rand Farm Park and Wild Pines Park. You can also find an abundance of fishing lakes plus an exquisite 18 hole golf course at Thonock Park. You also find Lincolnshire’s only racecourse just 30 minutes drive away. Market Rasen Racecourse is one of the friendliest places in the country to watch jump racing, with events held throughout the year.

Live Entertainment / Films

Kings Entertainment Theatre

Originally built in the early eighteen hundreds as a play house, The Kings Theatre has been lovingly restored to its former glory to bring it back into use as an entertainment venue, being used for plays, bingo, music, comedy and many forms of theatrical entertainment.

What's on | Live Entertainment / Films
The Old Nick

The Old Nick Theatre & Museum

The Old Nick in Gainsborough is a Grade II listed former police station and courtroom, now a unique theatre and museum showcasing local arts and heritage.

Visit | History & Heritage
What's on | Live Entertainment / Films

Market Rasen Racecourse

Have a great day out at the races at Lincolnshire’s one and only stunning racecourse at Market Rasen. Only 30 minutes from Gainsborough.

Visit | Horse-riding
What's on | Live Entertainment / Films
Market Rasen Racecourse
Broadbent Theatre

Broadbent Theatre

A local theatre company with a big heart. Broadbent Theatre has a great reputation and one of the best small theatres in the UK. Operated by Lindsey Rural Players.

What's on | Live Entertainment / Films