Family 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.
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 United Women v Leicester City Women
A new season starts at Bramall Lane. Be there from the beginning.
Together We Play! at the National Videogame Museum
The National Videogame Museum gallery has been handed over to players and fans! During Castlegate Festival enjoy fun drop-in activities suitable for all ages and an exhibition that puts together personal videogame stories, memories & interactive experiences.
'Hoppers' Family Film Show
A very relaxed, family orientated screening of “Hoppers”, a PIXAR animated science fiction comedy with an eco-theme.
Pooches in the Park
A tail-wagging celebration of dogs, community, and compassion at Millhouses Park, bringing together dog lovers for one of Thornberry Animal Sanctuary’s biggest fundraising events of the year
Sheffield Town Hall Heritage Open Day
Step inside one of Sheffield's most iconic civic buildings and discover the stories, treasures and hidden spaces of Sheffield Town Hall.
Family Gigs: Silent Disco at Site Gallery
Join Concerteenies for their first silent disco at Site Gallery, Sheffield.
Global Strongman - Summit of Strength
World champions, international athletes and equal prize money. A unique live sporting event where families can see some of the strongest people in the world compete up close,
Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians
From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Dare you enter through the Gates of the afterlife?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Disney On Ice presents Discover the Magic
Coming to Utilita Arena Sheffield from Wednesday 9th December - Sunday 13th December 2026, with 10 incredible shows!
Toy Story Lunch
Sheriff Woody's Festive Round-Up.
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.
Breakfast with Santa
Come along for a magical morning of breakfast with Santa!
Britain's Strongest Man 2027
Britain's Strongest Man returns to Sheffield's Utilita Arena on Saturday 6th February for an unmissable night of raw power and spectacle.
The Charlesworth Transport Gallery
Showcasing some of the finest Sheffield-made vehicles of the 1920s, The Charlesworth Transport Gallery explores the story of transport in Sheffield and its essential part of our industrial history.
Hawley Tool Collection
This world-renowned tool collection has been amassed since the mid-1950s by former tool retailer and champion of Sheffield’s industrial heritage, Ken Hawley. It consists of over 100,000 objects, all relating to Sheffield’s tool, cutlery manufacturing and silversmithing industry.
