100 results for the term ‘festivals’
Summer music festivals in Sheffield 2026
2026 is set to be another big year for the music festivals in Sheffield, with a whole host of events celebrating all genres of music, taking place all the way through to October.
Pumpkin patch & apple festival
Whirlow’ s Pumpkin Patch and Apple festival, a great day out for all the family including our four legged friends!
Novacaine Festival 2026
The UK's New Music Discovery Festival returns on Saturday 28th November 2026.
Jarred Up Festival
Jarred Up Festival takes place across 3 stages at Sidney & Matilda bringing some of the best underground bands to Sheffield
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.
Sheffield's Big Events & Festivals 2024
2024 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.
Sheffield's Big Events & Festivals 2025
2025 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. Get planning your adventures in Sheffield with our event guide.
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 outdoor markets and lots of family fun. Get planning your adventures in Sheffield with our event guide.
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.
The Festive Abseil
Take on a 90ft Abseil this festive season for Weston Park Cancer Charity!
UK Cyprus Film Festival Sheffield Edition
Come along on Sunday, 11 October 2026 for an afternoon bringing together ancient mythology, theatre, contemporary Cypriot cinema and community.
Festive Table Centerpieces
Get ready for the holiday season with this Festive Table Centerpieces workshop!
Raga pianist Utsav Lal to perform in Sheffield for Yorkshire Silent Film Festival
A trailblazer in the worlds of jazz and raga, Utsav Lal will improvise a unique live score for Carl Dreyer’s emotional masterpiece The Passion of Joan of Arc at the atmospheric Abbeydale Picture House in Sheffield on 15th May
Migration Matters Festival 2022
A vibrant arts festival celebrating the ‘richness of Sheffield’ returns this summer - with 50 pay-as-you-feel events.
Concerteenies at Christmas: Festive Singalong
Join Luke Carver Goss, Martin Harwood and Polly Ives at Steamworks for an interactive festive gig for 0-7 year-olds.
Open Doors Innovation Festiavl
A free, open-to-all event for curious people to explore Sheffield Innovation Spine.
Festive Cabaret
Christmas classic hits, great company and unforgettable memories. Come along for a free afternoon of Golden Oldies entertainment!
Festive Cabaret
Sing along, reminisce and enjoy an afternoon packed with classic hits, friendly faces and feel-good entertainment. Everyone is welcome!
Sheffield Walking Festival
Taking place over ten days each September, the festival celebrates all sides of Sheffield with a whole host of enjoyable walks of varying lengths, with plenty to see and discover along the way. This year the festival will take place 11 - 20 September 2026.
Festival of Fun
Hosted by the Children's University each year, the Festival of Fun offers a huge programme of activities and workshops for children across Sheffield to get involved with throughout the summer school holidays.
Festival of the Outdoors
Kicking off the outdoor season with a bang! Each March, Festival of the Outdoors offers a full month of events and activities celebrating Sheffield's great outdoors and communities. With a really wide variety of events there's something for everyone!
Sheffield Year of Beer 2026
In 2026, visitors and locals alike are invited to raise a glass to Sheffield’s vibrant brewing scene with a fantastic lineup of festivals taking place throughout the year.
Festive Wreath Making
Get ready for the holiday season with this Wreath Making workshop!
Liam O'Shea
Liam has been embedded into the musical fabric of Sheffield since he arrived in the city in 1991.
Showroom Cinema
The home of independent cinema in Sheffield, The Showroom are committed to providing a diverse range of films and related activity for Sheffield and the surrounding region. They host high profile film festivals throughout the year, including the world famous DocFest and Sheffield's very own Adventure Film Festival (ShAFF).
Michael Bublé Festive Afternoon Tea
Get ready to Sway into the holiday season with an afternoon of pure sophistication and seasonal swing.
Sheffield Chamber Music Festival
Music in the Round and Ensemble 360 host an annual Festival each May in the Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse and other venues around the city to present informal and inventive performances of classical and modern classical music.
Celluloid Screams 2026
Sheffield's annual Horror Film Festival, celebrating the best in classic and contemporary horror cinema! Celluloid Screams will host another weekend of big screen scares at the Showroom Cinema 22 - 25 October.
Sheffield City Hall
Sheffield City Hall is a beautiful and historic building that plays host to all number of events, performances, concerts, conferences and festivals.
Matt Heason
Like many, it was climbing that originally brought Matt to Sheffield.
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.
Sheffield DocFest
Widely recognised as one of the best documentary festivals in the world, DocFest has been held in Sheffield annually since 1994. The festival presents a vast programme of film screenings, exhibitions, industry events and more.
What else is there to discover?
No Bounds is a multi-site festival, so you’ll get to explore loads of independent spaces around Sheffield as you explore.
Tramlines
One of the UK’s longest running, city-based music festivals and a highlight in Sheffield’s music calendar, Tramlines takes place at Hillsborough Park, in July each year.
Headline Events
Sheffield enjoys a lively year‑round programme of festivals and major events that showcase the city’s creativity, diversity and community spirit. Find out more about a number of the city's biggest events and festivals that take place every year.
Sheffield Food Festival
An annual celebration the city’s vibrant food and drink scene, with a host of great local produce and mouth-watering street food!
Off the Shelf
Taking place each October, Off the Shelf presents a varied festival programme, with hundreds of events covering the whole literary spectrum across fiction and nonfiction, poetry, politics, journalism, music, history and science.
No Bounds
Presenting a special weekend of music, art, technology and dancing in October each year, No Bounds is Sheffield’s most innovative and experimental music festival.
Summer events
Summer 2025 is looking like a busy one for Sheffield, with major music festivals, sporting events, vibrant outdoor markets and family entertainment.
What's On
Sheffield has a fantastic programme of vibrant events and festivals all year round, from international sporting fixtures and summer music festivals to world-renowned theatre and exhibitions.
The modern makers at No Bounds 2022
The No Bounds 2022 program leads with major pieces of work exploring new technologies, yet with a collective and collaborative approach, as well as cross continental musical dialogues. Here's Liam O'Shea, festival director, with more information.
OPUS
An independent social enterprise founded under the banner of 'Creating for Common Good' - promoting participation, creativity and activism. Projects include Now Then Magazine and the Now Then App, Wordlife, Opus distribution and Festival of Debate.
The Fringe at Tramlines
Each year, as Hillsborough Park gets ready to host the main Tramlines Festival, the rest of the city also gears up to stage a whole host of music events for all tastes. Taking place in various Sheffield venues 24 - 26 July 2026.
Under The Bridge Stage at Get Together
Taking over the Concourse outside Sheffield University Students’ Union, Under The Bridge will run 12pm - 8pm with a FREE outdoor live music, art and street food.
Get Together
Get Together is a laid‑back, welcoming festival focused on discovering new music, enjoying great local food and drink, and meeting like‑minded people. Each year, it transforms venues and open spaces across Kelham Island and Neepsend into one vibrant, city‑wide celebration.
Evolution of electronic music
The cultural impact of electronic music is closely tied to Sheffield, whose late‑70s and early‑80s pioneers helped shape the genre as we know it. Today, the city’s artists, producers, performers and festivals continue to lead the way, pushing boundaries, shaping the industry and introducing audiences to new sounds and unforgettable experiences.
How Could I Forget?
How Could I Forget? is a new, original musical blending heartfelt storytelling, humour and unforgettable songs. Created by Sheffield musician Joe Carnall Jnr(Milburn, Reverend & The Makers), this intimate actor-musician show sold out its debut performances in 2025 and will tour the North in Autumn 2026.
Trauma Or, Monsters All
A writer investigating her town's dark past for a newspaper article stirs up fears about lurking monsters in director Larry Fessenden’s concluding chapter of his monster quadrilogy.
Restaurant Week
Experience more of Sheffield’s food scene. From local favourites to city centre dining destinations, enjoy 14 days of special Restaurant Week offers.
Launchpad Pop-Up Store
Showcasing 27 small businesses, the Launchpad Pop-Up Store celebrates Sheffield’s independent spirit, bringing together early-stage makers to showcase their work and connect with the community. You’ll find handmade gifts, sustainable products and unique items perfect for the festive season.
Sheffield retains ‘Real Ale Capital of the World’ title
Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire region is now home to 58 breweries, more per head of population than anywhere else in the country, producing around 1,800 different beers every year.
Toy Story Lunch
Sheriff Woody's Festive Round-Up.
What We Leave We Carry: Voices of Migration to Britain – Colin Grant
What do we leave behind when we move to a new place – and what do we carry with us, physically and emotionally, wherever we land? Here are the voices of many people who have come to Britain to make a new life.
Reframing the Lens: spotlight on contemporary Japanese Women Filmmakers.
A two-day event focuses on women in Japanese cinema, including screenings, filmmaker Q&A's, and an optional workshop.
Launchpad Pop-Up Market
Business Sheffield is proud to present the Launchpad Pop-Up Market, a festive initiative running from 27th November to 20th December 2025 at 108 Pinstone Street. This project, funded by the Launchpad Programme and delivered by Sheffield City Council, offers free, short-term retail space for early-stage makers and craft businesses to showcase their products, test new ideas, and engage with the community during the busy holiday season.
Synthrave Live: Volume 1
Synthrave Live: Volume 1, is the UK's ONLY dedicated Synthwave festival
Ijakadi (The Wrestle)
Open Works Festival Presents a work in progress performance of Ijakadi (The Wrestle).
When We Ruled: The Rise and Fall of Twelve African Queens and Warriors
Discover the fascinating history of queens and warriors who ruled vast swathes of the African continent from pre-colonial Nigeria to the villages of Rwanda, the hills of Madagascar to apartheid South Africa.
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.
The New Eden: JC Niala
An urgent new voice in nature writing JC Niala explores wildlife in our cities, reframing our perception of co-existing with the natural world.
We Were Here: Stephanie Phillips
A reclamation of alternative music history, for the Black artists who helped pioneer and shape it.
The Sykes Gallery Metalwork Collection
Sheffield Museums’ Metalwork Collection is one of the finest in the world. It contains the cutlery, flatware and tableware that have made Sheffield famous, as well as beautiful objects collected from every continent.
Lasting Christmas Wreath Workshop
Get into the festive spirit with an evening of fizz, fun and eco-friendly wreath making!
Lasting Christmas Wreath Workshop
Get into the festive spirit with an evening of fizz, fun and eco-friendly wreath making!
Work begins on new street art project set to create Sheffield’s biggest mural
Measuring 483.69 square metres in total, the artwork will be painted across 6 facades of the brown-brick NCP building on Wellington Street, paying homage to the natural topography which has defined Sheffield since the 12th century, as a city built on hills and rivers.
Tourism brought £1.85 billion boost to Sheffield’s Economy in 2024
Sheffield’s visitor economy reached new heights in 2024, generating a record-breaking £1.85 billion – a 10% increase on the previous year and a full recovery from the impact of the pandemic.
Winter Skating at Magna
Celebrate the festive season at Magna Science Adventure Centre with family friendly winter skating sessions.
A Very Cosy Cathedral Christmas
Step into a magical evening of festive warmth and wonder at Sheffield Cathedral on 06 December 2026.
The Fringe at Tramlines: event listings
Coinciding with the main festival at Hillsborough Park, The Fringe at Tramlines continues to grow each year, with a fast variety of FREE to attend events in venues and outdoor spaces across Sheffield.
Submit your event
Hosting an event or festival in Sheffield? Submit your Sheffield event for inclusion on the Welcome to Sheffield event listings and help more people discover what's happening across the city.
My Shoes for the Blacks
As part of Sensoria Festival, Dig Where You Stand presents My Shoes For The Blacks, a 3-screen shadow puppet film by Cole Morris with narrated poem by Désirée Reynolds.
Sheffield street art named 2nd best in the World for 2024
The vibrant mural painted by artist Peachzz overlooks Pound's Park in Sheffield City Centre and was unveiled back in June last year to much praise by Sheffielders. It has now been ranked as 2nd Best in the World by online street art community, Street Art Cities.
Peachzz mural lands Number 1 spot for Best Global Street Art in June
The stunning mural, which adorns the side of the Cubo building, overlooking Pound's Park in Sheffield City Centre, was unveiled last month and has been praised by Sheffielders and will now be entered into Street Art Cities' Best Global Street Art of Year, for 2024.
Polar Pip at the Moor Market
Come to the indoor Moor Market and meet The Pips! Brothers from another mother with a shared passion for mackerel and a wealth of festive charm, 22 & 23 December.
Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop at Cutlers' Hall
Join The Company of Cutlers in Hallamshire for a festive evening of creativity and Christmas cheer at as they welcome Monica F Hewitt Florist for a Wreath-Making Workshop.
2026 Christmas Wreath Workshop
Come along for a fun festive evening and create your own beautiful Christmas wreath all whilst raising money for Hope English School!
The Magic Of Christmas
A magical candlelit Christmas concert featuring a live string quartet performing festive favourites from film and tradition, surrounded by glowing candlelight and beautiful Christmas décor.
All Events
So much happens in Sheffield every week! This is our comprehensive event listings page for every single event that gets submitted to our website, from small workshops to citywide festivals.
Sheffield Christmas Market 2026
One of the best festive markets in the UK, with over 50 log cabins offering seasonal food and drink and unique gift ideas, all set against the twinkly lights of Sheffield City Centre, 12 November - 26 December.
ERF - Events
Events are a powerful way to unite people, celebrate the unique qualities of our community, highlight the rich diversity of our neighbourhoods, and showcase the vibrant independent businesses that make our high streets special. Thanks to the Economic Recovery Fund, we've enjoyed a wealth of creative, dynamic events that have energised our high streets, drawn people together, and boosted support for our local businesses.
Sheffield comes top in TimeOut's most underrated city breaks
Sheffield has been listed at No.1 by TimeOut magazine as the most underrated city break in the UK. The feature which included 12 cities such as Glasgow, Durham, Bristol and Liverpool, sited Sheffield's affordability, travel time from London and best-of-both-worlds offer as major perks.
Jo Towler
Music in the Round is the leading national promoter of chamber music in the country, delivering hundreds of events in the city and around the country each year.
What to do in Sheffield when you're not at the match
Where's good to eat, drink, relax, catch some culture or discover some nature? We thought we'd save you the hassle of lots of internet searches by giving you some suggestions for inclusive, family friendly ways of spending your time in Sheffield, The Outdoor City.
Yorkshire Artspace
Yorkshire Artspace provides studio space to around 170 artists and makers across two studio sites in Sheffield city centre, and hold regular open days and special events around festivals and exhibitions.
Huge new water wildlife mural completed in Sheffield
Sheffield street artist Peachzz has completed a new large-scale wildlife mural on the side of the Cubo building, overlooking Pound’s Park in Sheffield City Centre.
University of Sheffield recognised for its impact on society and the economy
University of Sheffield recognised for its impact on society and the economy
Ruth Yates - Sheffield Poet Laureate
Ruth is a poet based in Sheffield. Their work has been widely published in anthologies including 'Five: An Anthology' and 'Like Flyering for the Revolution: The Verve Anthology of Protest’; and in magazines including The North, Route 57, and Pennine Platform.
Sheffield crowned UK Foodie Capital
Sheffield has been named as the UK Food Capital of the UK, according to a report by hospitality provider, Accor, as they reviewed the very best locations to indulge your taste buds and identified the best spots for different cuisines.
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Centrally located in South Yorkshire, Sheffield is the UK's greenest city, where nature and vibrant culture seamlessly intertwine. Search for things to do, places to go and find out what's on, to make the most of your visit.
A monumental year for Sheffield Music
2023 is set to be a landmark year in the city’s music history, as some of Sheffield’s best-known exports return to play historic headlining shows. Meanwhile a Sheffield-made musical has just won two Oliver awards and Sheffield's DIY music scene is also making waves in national press...
New online marketplace launched to support Sheffield independents
A new online marketplace has been launched by This Is Sheffield to support the city’s independent businesses and to encourage people to shop local by providing an easy collective platform.
Heeley Development Trust
For over two decades now, Heeley Trust has been working to improve public spaces, secure buildings and other assets for the community and deliver all kinds of projects for the people who live here and beyond.
