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Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors

From the horrible Henrys to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope.

30 Sept 2026 - 03 Oct 2026

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.

23 Oct 2026 16:00

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.

25 Oct 2026 10:30 - 17:30

A Dalek in the Peace Gardens at Out of this World 2025

Cook Stars Halloween Cheese Cake Cooking Activity @ Sheffield plate

Ready to level up your baking skills? Join Sheffield Plate for their Cook Stars Halloween activity and whip up some delicious, creamy cheesecakes in person.

27 Oct 2026 15:00 - 16:15

All Rise For Halloween: A Spooky Kooky Courtroom Musical

All Rise for Halloween: A Spooky Kooky Courtroom Musical is the must-see family-friendly comedy event of the season! This high-energy musical throws all your favourite spooky icons into the witness stand for a hilarious night in the Supreme Court of the Eternal Rest.

29 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

A CGI cartoon image of a courtroom judge, flanked by a mummy and a vampire.

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.

05 Nov 2026 16:00 - 21:00

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.

12 Nov 2026 - 26 Dec 2026

A view of the Christmas Market set up round the Peace Gardens in the centre of Sheffield.

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.

28 Nov 2026 - 03 Jan 2027

Poster for the event featuring Damian Williams dressed as a panto dame, in a sparkling gold number with a magnificent feathered hat.

Stick Man

Touching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man is coming to Sheffield for Christmas!

05 Dec 2026 - 03 Jan 2027