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.

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Christmas in Sheffield

Christmas is coming and there’s lots happening in Sheffield to help get you into the festive spirit.

Soak up the seasonal atmosphere at the traditional Christmas Markets in the City Centre, pick up unique Sheffield-made gifts at a whole host of market events and be sure to take some time to enjoy one of the many seasonal shows and performances on offer.

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An Alpine Lodge, lit up with fairy lights, sits in the middle of the Peace Gardens as part of the Sheffield Christmas Market. In the foreground is a huge light-up polar bear.

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Autumn Lights at Don Valley Bowl. The Glass House and the Sheffield Botanical Gardens are lit up by a huge display of colourful lights. Festive Performers at the Crackers For Christmas Opening Weekend in Sheffield.

Autumn Lights at Don Valley Bowl

05 Nov 2025 16:00 - 21:00

Autumn Lights returns to Don Valley Bowl for their fireworks fiesta on Bonfire Night Wednesday 5 November. Alongside Sheffield's biggest fireworks display, there will live music, DJ, fire/ light performers, laser shows, fun fair and street food.

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Illuminate The Gardens 2025

07 Nov 2025 - 09 Nov 2025

Illuminate the Gardens is a fireworks and lighting extravaganza that takes place over several nights at Sheffield's stunning Botanical Gardens, around the weekend of Bonfire Night. This years event will be 7 - 9 November.

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Peddler Market Sheffield No. 99

07 Nov 2025 - 08 Nov 2025

Sheffield's Peddler Market is back for all of your monthly street food, craft beer and music needs in Kelham Island/Neepsend 7 - 8 November.

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Crackers For Christmas - Sheffield Festive Market Opening Weekend

15 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2025

Come and celebrate the opening weekend of Sheffield's Christmas Market and the countdown to Christmas with a host festive family entertainment across the city centre, 15 - 16 November.

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All events

There is a huge range and variety of events going on all over Sheffield. Browse through everything we have listed.

Markets

See selected highlights of just some of the many markets taking place in Sheffield.

The Quayside Market in fill swing at Victoria Quays. The Quayside Market in fill swing at Victoria Quays.

Family events

Fun events for all the family to enjoy.

Two children dancing with a clown at the Tramlines Festival.

Gigs

From intimate pub gigs to arena crowds and outdoor festivals, there's lots of live music to be enjoyed in Sheffield, across all genres. 

People gathered round, at dusk, listening to a band play in an outdoor setting.

Comedy

It's far from grim up North. Have a look through some of the comedy events coming up in Sheffield and see if anything tickles your fancy.

A man and a woman stand in Tudor Square, pulling faces at the camera, dressed as Vikings but with a humorous twist.

Concerts

Classical, opera, jazz - there's always something going on… Check out our list of upcoming concerts across the city.

A portrait of Ensemble 360, all of whom are holding their instruments, in what appears to be a derelict building.

Major events

Find out about all the biggest events going on in Sheffield.

A photo taken from the back of the main stage at Tramlines Festival, looking out over the crowd with a man playing a bass guitar in the foreground.

Outdoor events

Seeing as Sheffield is The Outdoor City, there's always plenty going on in the great outdoors.

Three people wild swimming, two of them are jumping into a river while the third stands on the bank clapping.

Sports events

It's not just football going in Sheffield (though we've got plenty of that). There's also ice hockey, rugby, mountain biking, roller derby - you name it, we've probably got it.

Theatre

Sheffield boasts the largest theatre complex outside of London - plus there's a wealth of smaller local theatres and a thriving independent scene. There just isn't enough time to see it all.

Exterior of the Crucible theatre at night with the iconic sign lit up in multi colours

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