Sheffield's Big Events and Festivals 2026
2026 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield.
From large music festivals and international sporting events to food & drink celebrations, outdoor markets and lots of family fun!
See our guide below with a rundown of what's happening and get planning a 2026 weekend adventure in our Outdoor City.
Please note - this page gets updated throughout the year, as events get announced, so be sure to save it and check back regularly to see what new events have been added.
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2026 events
Pride of Yorkshire
A brand-new sculpture trail will be taking to the streets of South Yorkshire from Monday 8 June right through to Tuesday 8 September 2026, as the Pride of Yorkshire roars into life.
Sheffield by the Seaside 2026
Grab your buckets and spades as the seaside returns to Sheffield's Peace Gardens this summer, with a whole host of FREE family fun, 23 July - 29 August.
Rock N Roll Circus 2026
Expect the unexpected as the Rock N Roll Circus return's to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl in 2026. Set to take place over the weekend of 27 - 30 August, the Rock N Roll Circus is where the best in musical talent meets the weird and wonderful world of the circus.
The Graves Park Food and Drink Festival 2026: A Summertime Feast
The Graves Park Food and Drink Festival is back for 2026! Celebrating all things food, drink, performing arts & live music. August Bank Holiday Weekend 29th - 31st, 2026.
Seven Hills Beer Festival 2026
Sheffield's 7 Hills Beer Festival returns for 2026 and will once again be showcasing a wide selection of the best cask beers available from local and regional craft brewers, 28 - 30 August.
Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival | SteelYard
Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival at Steelyard on the 29th August
Bullet Tooth | Groovebox x Bounded at SteelYard Sheff
Groovebox x Bounded returns to SteelYard for a special Bank Holiday Sunday session, bringing a huge name in underground electronic music to Sheffield on 30 August 2026.
GirlyPop Live - Zara Larsson Takeover | SteelYard, Sheffield
Zara Larsson themed Pop Party at Steelyard on the 31st August
King Lear
In an attempt to spend the remaining years of his life unburdened by the pressures of monarchy, King Lear decides to pass his lands and responsibilities to his three daughters.
Sheffield Fayre 2026
A fantastic day out for all of the family in one of Sheffield’s most wonderful parks, Sheffield Fayre returns on Bank Holiday Monday 31 August 2026.
Sheffield Half Pint Marathon
The Sheffield Half Pint Marathon returns in September 2026, celebrating beer, art, and Sheffield’s independent spirit. Explore pubs, taprooms, and bars while enjoying a special limited-edition beer and supporting Sheffield Mind. Runs from Tuesday 01 September to Wednesday 30 September 2026.
SIX The Musical
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Sheffield 1 - 12 September, following its previous sell out success!
Bolero Cup
The Bolero Cup returns to Ice Sheffield from 3-4 September 2026, bringing together talented ice dancers from around the world for two days of international competition.
Art in the Gardens 2026
Taking place 5 & 6 September 2026 in Sheffield's stunning Botanical Gardens, Art in the Gardens is one of the largest outdoor art markets in the North of England, with artists, craft makers and visitors coming from across the UK.
Sheffield Film Festival
Sheffield Film Festival is Showroom Cinema’s annual celebration of the city’s and the surrounding region’s film heritage, and wider film culture, 10 - 19 September.
Sheffield Heritage Open Days 2026
Part of the nationwide celebrations, Sheffield’s biggest festival of heritage and culture takes place between 11 - 20 September with over 100 FREE tours, walks, exhibitions and events.
Castlegate Festival 2026
A celebration of Sheffield’s oldest quarter, the tenth edition of Sheffield's Castlegate Festival is set to take place 12 - 20 September. It's a celebration of heritage, arts and music, Grey to Green, and the Pollen and Quayside Markets.
Vice Press Open House 2026
Vice Press Open House is back on Saturday 12 September 2026, with their very own convention and social, dedicated to posters, art prints, design and illustration.
Mamma Mia!
Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of ABBA, this hit music returns to Sheffield 15 - 26 September.
Spirit of Independence Film Festival 2026
Sheffield’s celebration of independent cinema, showcasing feature films, short films, premieres and filmmaker events from emerging and established filmmakers. Taking place from 25–27 September 2026 at The Light
Float Along Festival 2026
Float Along Festival returns to Sheffield on Saturday 26 September 2026 for its fifth edition, transforming the city centre into a multi‑venue celebration of post‑punk, psychedelic rock, indie and alternative music.
Autumn Independent Makers Market | Endless Love Creative
Take your time exploring a thoughtfully curated makers market at Showroom Workstation on Saturday 26 September, brought together by Endless Love Creative. Discover artisan craft, contemporary design and beautifully made work from 60 independent makers.
Sheffield 10K 2026
Sheffield 10K is set to take place on Sunday 27 September, with thousands of runners of all abilities taking part.
Westlife 25 - The Anniversary World Tour
Westlife, one of the biggest boy bands, play Utilita Arena Sheffield, on October 7 2026.
Off The Shelf Festival of Words 2026
Sheffield's annual festival celebrating books, words and ideas, is one of the UK’s largest literary festivals. Taking place 9 - 25 October, the festival will once again be bringing some of the biggest names in literary talent, media and the arts to South Yorkshire.
No Bounds 2026
No Bounds Festival returns to Sheffield from 9 -11 October 2026 for its ninth edition, transforming the city with another forward‑thinking weekend of music, art, technology and dance. Experience high‑energy performances, immersive installations and boundary‑pushing creativity across multiple unique venues.
Twelfth Night
In an attempt to spend the remaining years of his life unburdened by the pressures of monarchy, King Lear decides to pass his lands and responsibilities to his three daughters.
Steel City Beer and Cider Festival 2026
Sheffield's original beer festival, celebrating its 50th year! Steel City Beer and Cider Festival is back at Kelham Island Museum 21 -24 October, with another massive selection of the best beer, cider and perry, plus live music and street food.
Professor Brian Cox at Sheffield Arena
After performing his smash-hit show ‘Horizons’ to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new world tour Emergence on Thursday 15 October.
Waitress
Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated.
Heathers the Musical
Following smash hit runs in London and New York, the WhatsOnStage Best New Musical winner, Heathers the Musical returns to Sheffield!
Steve Backshall's Deadly Live
The Ultimate Wildlife Adventure. Following the hugely popular 2025 tour, Deadly Live! is back this Autumn half-term for another action-packed, edge-of-your-seat experience based on the hugely popular CBBC show.
Out of this World 2026
Taking place across numerous outdoor locations in Sheffield City Centre on Sunday 25 October, this FREE to attend event is for anyone who enjoys sci-fi, comic books, gaming, magic, illusion, Halloween and all things spooky.
Arcnight at Don Valley Bowl
Experience a spectacular Bonfire Night celebration with huge fireworks displays, live entertainment, music, food vendors, drinks and an electric atmosphere in the heart of Sheffield.
The Mousetrap
Since 1952, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and Ireland.
The Script
The Script’s phenomenal and long-lasting success has seen them achieve six UK #1 albums and eight back home in Ireland, in the process exceeding 14 billion streams, 5 million album sales, and countless international Platinum certifications led by two US Platinum singles and two US Top 10 albums.
Paul Heaton
Heaton has announced a huge October/November UK tour including show right here in Sheffield! Paul will be performing songs from throughout his career including classic tracks by The Beautiful South and The Housemartins.
Sheffield Powerlifting Championships V
The Sheffield Powerlifting Championships returns to a bigger venue in 2026! The world's strongest powerlifters descend on Sheffield for one unforgettable night, battling for the ultimate title: Champion of Champions on Saturday 21 November 2026.
Bob Dylan
The inimitable Bob Dylan will return to the UK in 2026, bringing his acclaimed live show to Utilita Arena Sheffield on Friday 27 November.
Singin' in the Rain
2026's Crucible Christmas musical, is an irresistibly charming take on one of the world’s best-loved films, with high energy choreography and a sumptuous set with a glorious MGM score including Good Morning, Make ‘em Laugh and the legendary Singin’ in the Rain.
Bloc Party & Interpol Co-Headline Tour
Bloc Party and Interpol announce a co-headline tour that will unite two era-defining bands for a run of 18 dates across the UK and Europe in 2026, heading to Sheffield next November.
Ricky Gervais: Legend
Netflix has bought the rights to stream Ricky Gervais’ next tour before it’s even started.
Cinderella | Lyceum Panto 2026
The Lyceum Theatre are excited to announce this year’s panto will be… Cinderella! Panto legend Damian Williams will return for his 19th year, with further casting to be announced. The show will be written and directed by Paul Hendy and produced by Evolution Productions, the team that brought you the smash-hit pantos Snow White and Aladdin.
Disney On Ice presents Discover the Magic
Coming to Utilita Arena Sheffield from Wednesday 9th December - Sunday 13th December 2026, with 10 incredible shows!
Culture Club
The Culture Club Singles Tour will feature all the classic songs you want to hear, along with hit singles including “Karma Chameleon”, “Do You Really Want To Hurt Me”, “Time (Clock of the Heart)”, “Church of the Poison Mind”, “Miss Me Blind”, “I’ll Tumble 4 Ya” and many more.
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