193 results for the term ‘festival’
Powerlines Festival 2025
Powerlines festival is one of the UK’s newest Independent Metal festivals, an exciting addition to the Yorkshire the heavy metal calendar.
The Sheffield Festival of Reggae
After the huge success of ‘The Sheffield festival of Reggae 2024’, The Sheffield Festival of Reggae returns for 2025.
Hillsborough Park Midsummer Festival
RivelinCo are once more teaming up with partners iand brilliant local groups for an EPIC Midsummer Festival across all the different venues in Hillsborough Park!
Together Festival 2025
A lively and welcoming free festival celebrating theatre and arts created with community groups across Sheffield.
Bradfield Festival of Music
The Bradfield Festival of Music returns with a week of glorious music in a magical setting 21 - 28 June, featuring some of the finest international and local classical artists.
Off The Shelf Festival of Words 2025
Sheffield's annual festival celebrating books, words and ideas, is one of the UK’s largest literary festivals. Taking place 10 - 26 October, the festival will once again be bringing some of the biggest names in literary talent, media and the arts to South Yorkshire.
Wine Week Festival at Bole Hills
A Wine Festival in Bole Hills - a relaxed, family friendly day out with a focus on wine.
Sheffield Biodiversity & Regenerative Food Festival
The festival brings together and celebrates the growers, producers and organisations that contribute to a regenerative local food system and a wilder, more biodiverse region.
Migration Matters Festival Opening Party
What would Migration Matters Festival be without the usual fare of opening party madness!
Chance To Dance Festival 2025
Chance to Dance is a free one day city centre dance festival that was established in 2000.
Float Along Festival 2025
Back for their third year, Float Along festival makes a welcome return to Sheffield on Saturday 28 September, with another encompassing mix of post-punk and psychedelic rock, as well as the best in indie and alternative music.
Migration Matters Festival
The UK's biggest event of its kind, Migration Matters Festival brings international artists to Sheffield for a lively celebration of sanctuary. The tenth anniversary edition has a legendary lineup between June 20-28.
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.
Migration Matters Festival Closing Party
Come and celebrate and cap off the incredible week that was the Migration Matters Festival in style! With some fine SADACCA catering, some of the city’s best DJs and, of course, amazing bands!
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.
Lick of Paint Festival
A new street art festival for Sheffield! ‘Lick of Paint Festival’ is set to be an artist-led, weekend-long mural and street art event taking place 6 - 7 September, celebrating the diversity and talent of creatives in the North.
Seven Hills Beer Festival 2025
Sheffield's 7 Hills Beer Festival returns for 2025 and will once again be showcasing a wide selection of the best cask beers available from local and regional craft brewers, 22 - 24 August.
Steel City Beer and Cider Festival 2025
The annual beer and cider festival hosted by the Campaign for Real Ale in Sheffield, offers a massive selection of the best beer, cider and perry, plus live music and street food. They'll be back at Kelham Island Museum again 15 - 18 October.
The Graves Park Food and Drink Festival 2025: A Summertime Feast
Brand new for 2025! The Graves Park Food Festival will be taking place 30 - 31 August in Sheffield’s largest park!
Bowshaw Festival
Come along to the Bowshaw Festival, (formerly the Lowedges Festival) for a fantastic family day out on Sunday 10 August.
Our Favourite Places' Guide to festive films in Sheffield
Settling in for a festive film is a holiday tradition for many of us. And Sheffield's cinemas won't let us down this season.
Our Favourite Places' guide to festive music in Sheffield
Festive sounds will ring out across Sheffield this December. Expect classic carols, choral repertoires, and a jolly set from the city’s premiere comedy-ukulele quintet.
Migration Matters Festival 2022
A vibrant arts festival celebrating the ‘richness of Sheffield’ returns this summer - with 50 pay-as-you-feel events.
Novacaine Festival 2025
Novacaine Festival 2025 – Debut Event! Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at Corporation.
Crossed Wires: The Podcast Festival
Podcasting's biggest party is back! Crossed Wires will once again be assembling the nation's top names in Sheffield, for one big weekend of special podcast events, Friday 4 July - Sunday 6 July.
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
Abbeydale Road Beer Festival 2025
Four days of fun in the sun on Abbeydale Road, 31 July - 3 August. There are craft beer tap takeovers all down the road from some of the best craft beer breweries from all over the UK. Completely free to attend!
Meno-Fest '25: South Yorkshire Menopause Festival
You are invited to the Meno fest ’25, a face-to-face Menopause festival organised by the South Yorkshire integrated care System.
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 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 6 - 15 September 2024.
Liam O'Shea
Liam has been embedded into the musical fabric of Sheffield since he arrived in the city in 1991.
Our Favourite Places' festive theatres highlights
Panto. Dazzling dance. Glittery comedy cabarets. And the return of Crucible Christmas musical. It can only be December in Sheffield theatreland.
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).
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.
Sheffield 80s & 90s Soul Festival
This June 2025 visit Network Sheffield for a celebration of classic Soul from the 80s & 90s. You can look forward to live acts & DJs across indoor & outdoor stages, Food vendors, and delicious drinks.
Help I Sexted My Boss - Crossed Wires
The Help I Sexted My Boss podcast comes to the Crossed Wires Festival.
Cabaret Voltaire
Stephen ‘Mal’ Mallinder and Chris Watson will mark 50 years of CABARET VOLTAIRE live with an exclusive performance at FORGE Warehouse in Sheffield for SENSORIA Festival.
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.
Sensoria 2025
A celebration of a city and its music, film, art and electronica, Sensoria festival's 18th edition will once again bring live events and exhibitions to iconic venues across Sheffield, 2 - 5 October.
No Bounds 2025
No Bounds are set to host another very special weekend of music, art, technology and dancing in Sheffield, when the 8th edition of the festival takes place 10 - 12 October 2025.
90s Fest Weekender - Sheffield
The UK's biggest 90's Festival returns to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl once again, this time for a full weekend of nostalgic partying 12 - 13 July 2025.
The Fringe at Tramlines - Forum Kitchen + Bar
While the main festival is taking place, Forum Sheffield will be having our own live music festival. Join them for three days of free live music, mouth-watering food, unbeatable drink deals, and proper summer vibes in the heart of the city.
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.
Sheffield DocFest 2025
The UK’s leading documentary festival and one of the world’s most influential markets for documentary projects, Sheffield Docfest returns Wednesday 18 June - Monday 23 June 2025.
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.
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!
Historic Leah’s Yard set for revival as creative hub for independent businesses
Leah’s Yard, a former 19th Century mesters works and one of Sheffield’s most important heritage buildings, is set for an exciting new future that will both honour and celebrate its rich industrial heritage as part of the Heart of the City regeneration programme.
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.
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.
O2 Academy Sheffield
The O2 Academy Sheffield is a live music venue in the centre of Sheffield, England. It is a £3 million refurbishment of the former "Roxy Nightclub" and opened on 11 April 2008.
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.
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 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.
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 26 - 28 July 2024.
Out of this World
Sheffield’s Festival of Sci-fi, Magic and Halloween! Out of this World is a FREE family event celebrating all things otherworldly and taking place across various outdoor locations in Sheffield City Centre,
A city break with a soundtrack
Whether you love basing your weekend away around a national tour, prefer to rock up at a local joint and check out whatever happens to be on offer, or you're a band/artist playing one of our venues or festivals, then you'll feel right at home here.
In The Cut
In the Cut is a pop-up barbershop spotlighting Black men’s mental health and the barbershop as a healing space.
Dig Where You Stand: Women of Colour in the Archives
Women of colour have long been overlooked or marginalised in local archives. Dig Where You Stand seeks to change this.
This Jungo Life
This Jungo Life takes us deep inside the hidden lives of young refugees and asylum seekers from Sudan and South Sudan, living and sleeping rough on the streets of Morocco; forced to flee Libya, and unable to return home due to ongoing war and conflict.
Film Beyond Borders
A series of films made by creatives from Film Beyond Borders in collaboration with City of Sanctuary, U-Mix, SOS for Sudan, One World Choir, Sheffield Hallam University and RAAH.
Creativity Unleashed: Where Art Meets Attitude
Step into a world where fashion walks bold, art speaks loud, and music electrifies the soul.
Roderick Williams and Christopher Glynn
Celebrating the music and songs inspired by British and Irish poets
Abbeydale Singers
Come along to the picturesque setting of St Nicholas Church High Bradfield to hear Sheffield’s exciting and award winning a cappella choir, Abbeydale Singers in a mix of traditional, contemporary and popular choral music.
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.
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.
The Boy with a Leg Named Brian: Memoirs by Pete McKee
This major new exhibition takes visitors on a nostalgia-filled journey through the childhood of one of Sheffield best-loved artists, Pete McKee.
The Fringe Stage at Devonshire Green 2025
Once again, Devonshire Green in Sheffield's city centre will be home to The Fringe Stage- a family-friendly area, with loads of live music from a wide variety of genres 26 - 27 July.
No Such Thing As A Fish: Live - Crossed Wires
Covering subjects from Finnish meatballs, to lobster flirting and presidential enemas, No Such Thing As A Fish always guarantees an unexpected and hilarious show.
Solo Journeys: An Evening of Performances and Film
Come along for an evening of ‘Solo Journeys’, exploring identity and belonging through Dance and Film.
Echoes of Exile Workshop
Echoes of Exile is a one-hour workshop blending music, identity, and creative expression, led by Mozambican-born Afro-fusion artist and IMIX Refugee Ambassador MoYah.
Meduulla
Meduulla is a 25-year-old Zimbabwean-born rapper and DJ from North Manchester whose music defies labels. Combining modern flows and witty lyricism with jazz-infused hip-hop beats, her sound both reflects the present day and carries a nostalgic edge.
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.
Evolution of electronic music
The global electronic music scene was valued at $11.8b in 2023, projected to rise to $24.5 by 2032. The influence of electronic music on popular culture in the UK has been well documented to have been inspired by Sheffield in the late 70s and early 80s, and still today Sheffield artists, performers, producers and festivals are at the forefront of pioneering how the industry develops and people hear new sounds and have unforgettable experiences.
Kelham Pride
Set to be be bigger and better, once again this inclusive street party returns on Saturday 21 June and will be centred around multiple Kelham venues offering a broad range of entertainment from live musicians, DJs, drag queens, comedians and guest speakers.
Bassfest 2025
Bringing some of the biggest names in bass for another weekend of high-octane partying, Bassfest returns to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl 19 - 20 July.
Live at the Bowl 2025: Craig David
Live at the Bowl are excited to announce that Craig David will be bringing the TS5 vibes to Sheffield on Friday 11 July 2025, with supporting acts including Nathan Dawe and Patrick Nazemi.
Dish from Waitrose Live
For one night only Dish from Waitrose, the chart-topping podcast hosted by broadcaster Nick Grimshaw and Michelin star chef Angela Hartnett, will take to the stage for an unforgettable live podcast. Expect plenty of laughs, delicious food tips and unfiltered chat.
Not The Top 20 Live
In this live show, Ali Maxwell and George Elek chat with big names from the Sheffield football scene about some of the moments and matches that define its clubs.
Vibrant Voices: Songs and Stories of Sanctuary
Sheffield One World Choir brings a combined choral performance and photographic exhibition that reflects their rich cultural diversity. Come and be inspired!
Sheffield DocFest: Alternate Realities
Sheffield Doc Fest's Alternate Realities exhibition showcases innovative non-fiction and immersive documentary in all forms.
Wine Tasting at Department
Come taste some delicious wines with Department in their wine bar, Cheers!
Monkey Fest
Northern Monkey will be having local DJs performing all weekend during Tramlines.
The Fringe at Tramlines @ Mary Street Live
Vist Mary Street Live on Tramlines Saturday evening to see some of Sheffield's best bands.
The Ruskin Collection: Capturing Colour
The gallery looks at how Ruskin established his collection in Sheffield to help people find inspiration in art and nature, and explores the relevance of his ideas today.
Derrick Greaves: Art Worlds
Derrick Greaves (1927 – 2022) grew up in Sheffield and his early experiences here had a significant impact on the development of his painting. This new exhibition at the Graves Gallery is the first retrospective of his work since his death, bringing together a selection of paintings, drawings and sketchbooks from a career spanning eight decades.
We are the Monument
Curated by artist Yuen Fong Ling, We are the Monument explores the ways in which the plinth can be seen as a social, political and cultural symbol and encourages us to consider the significance of those represented on, or in opposition to, the plinth.
Tramlines 2025
Sheffield’s biggest party! Tramlines returns to Hillsborough Park 25 - 27 July for their 17th edition.
We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson
Paul C Brunson, the world’s most influential matchmaker and TV star, brings his insightful commentary on how to create and sustain successful relationships through vulnerability, connection and understanding.
Nether Edge Farmers' Market - June 2025
The summer edition of this quarterly market, which takes place in the streets around Nether Edge. Expect a bustling atmosphere with over eighty stallholders selling a vast array of local produce, crafts and wares.
Pod Save The UK
Pod Save the UK is your weekly fix of political news, big ideas and a shot of inspiration with comedian Nish Kumar and journalist Coco Khan.
NeuroFest
Free, family-friendly activities exploring neuroscience research
Our Favourite Places' Guide to Christmas arts and markets in Sheffield
Bring a little creativity to your Christmas with this Our Favourite Places guide to arts and crafts markets, workshops and events coming up in Sheffield.
May 2022 events in Sheffield
As we start warming up for a very busy summer in Sheffield, May is also looking pretty jam-packed with a whole host of great events happening across the city.
Anatomy at Sheffield: from scalpel to virtual dissection and beyond
This special exhibition at the University of Sheffield 10 February - 15 June, examines the teaching of anatomy and how it has evolved considerably through the ages, plus how the subject has been studied right here in Sheffield.
Nick Cope - I've Lost My Bobble Hat!
Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more! Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years.
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.
Tom Stade - Naughty By Nature
Direct from the Edinburgh festival, and his last smash-hit nationwide tour, the legendary Canadian stand-up star is back on the road with a brand-new show.
Exhibition Launch feat. Sheffield One World Choir
Get ready for an evening of exploration across art, photography and more and meet the artists behind a wide array of inspiring pieces exhibiting at this years festival.
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.
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.
Comedy Drag Lunches
Come and celebrate the festive season with a hilarious Christmas Comedy Drag Show event!
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.
The Last Laugh
Direct from a sell-out run at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Last Laugh is a brand new laugh-a-minute play which reimagines the lives of three of Britain's all time greatest comedy heroes - Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse.
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.
Harriet Dyer
Harriet Dyer has been a full time comic since 2013. She’s had numerous critically acclaimed shows; works for the majority of big clubs and festivals, regularly gigs overseas. She prides herself in being totally original – an experience to behold, if you will!
Mark Watson
Mark Watson; 20 years in stand-up, the ‘Taskmaster’ cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Radio 4 favourite and recently ‘Baby Reindeer’ actor. Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh comedy festivals.
A Christmas Carol
On a bitter Christmas Eve, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge shuns festive cheer and human kindness, content in his cold, solitary world.
Christmas Party Night
Enjoy a festive party like no other! With live singers, delicious food and plenty of Christmas cheer!
Queens Of Motown Lunch
Enjoy a festive afternoon of soulful music and holiday cheer with the Queens of Motown Christmas Party!
Christmas Party Lunch
Enjoy a festive party lunch like no other! With live singers, delicious food and plenty of Christmas cheer!
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.
Whirlow Brook Christmas Joiner Party Night
This is a chance to get into that festive spirit. It's a perfect choice for your friends, family or office party. The night includes a fabulous three-course meal followed by the resident DJ.
Oti Mabuse - Viva Carnival
Join the Queen of the dance floor, Oti Mabuse as she celebrates the world’s most electrifying carnivals. From the sambas of Brazilian Carnival to the Tangos of Argentina’s Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia, the dance scene at England’s own Glastonbury Festival and the swing of the Jazz Fest in New Orleans, Oti knows how to party.
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.
Get outdoors
We have 61% greenspace here, which is the highest percentage of any city in the world. Everywhere is walkable, and 1/3 of the city is in the Peak District National Park, meaning Sheffield is a destination for boulders, climbers, MTBers and runners in its own right. But none of this excludes the culture, cuisine, nightlife and feel that you get from the country's 4th largest city. Ultimately, we think we've got the best of both worlds, smashed together in one amazing place.
Rat Pack - A Swingin' Christmas At The Sands
The stars of 'The Rat Pack - Swingin' at the Sands' will be bringing the ultimate Christmas party to the UK this festive season following a sold-out show at the West Ends' Adelphi Theatre last December.
Step Into Christmas
Step Into Christmas with the most magical show of the year, coming to Sheffield City Hall on Friday 5 December. This Christmas concert feel good show, brings all the magic of the season to life, with all you favourite festive songs.
James B Partridge - The Big Christmas Assembly 2025
Looking to bring back the joy of classic Christmas singalongs? James B Partridge is set to light up Sheffield City Hall on Thursday 6th November 2025 with his festive show, The Big Christmas Assembly 2025.
Santa Sunday Lunch
Visit Whirlow Brook Hall for a magical festive family celebration! Enjoy a delicious three-course Sunday lunch, followed by coffee and mince pies, and a special visit from Santa, who will bring a gift for each child.
Glitter Studio
Planning a Local Event? Let Glitter Studio take your celebration to the next level of festive vibes! Whether you’re after a full-on luxury glitter bar or an arty face paint look with gems and sparkle.
Visit
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.
Things to See and Do
From world-class theatre and family-friendly museums to great outdoor adventures, there’s so much to do and see in Sheffield.
University of Sheffield recognised for its impact on society and the economy
University of Sheffield recognised for its impact on society and the economy
What to do in Sheffield when you're not at the skating
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.
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.
Abba Fever
Get ready to dance your way into the festive season with this ABBA-themed Christmas party with live tribute act! This event will transport you back to the 70s as you enjoy all the greatest hits from one of the world’s best-loved bands.
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...
‘Behind the Scenes’ Reveal of Major New Artwork for Sheffield and Tinsley Canal
A new major contemporary artwork is set to be installed along the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal this September, as international artist Alex Chinneck unveils an impressive looping canal boat structure measuring 13 metres long and six metres high.
Tramlines announces first wave of acts for 2022
Tramlines, Sheffield’s biggest city-based music festival has announced the lineup for the 2022 event at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield from 22 - 24 July, with Sam Fender, Kasabian and Madness headlining the event.
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.
Sheffield Folk Scene
Sheffield is often referred to as the folk music capital of England and there are many of the UK’s most popular folk musicians living in here.
Claire Thornley
Through culture guide Our Favourite Places, Claire helps encourage people to be curious about Sheffield.
Lydia Hooke - Sheffield Hallam University Student
From the city’s diverse architecture to its indie shops and art galleries, graphic design student Lydia finds a world of creative inspiration among Sheffield’s streets.
City Breaks
You don't have to go far to experience Sheffield, The Outdoor City, where nature and culture go hand in hand. Come and see what could be part of your next great weekend away.
Gareth Roberts
Gareth is part of a city-wide movement working to transform the Sheffield food system, making it more healthy, sustainable and fair.
Aleena Madathiparambil Saju - student at the University of Sheffield
"I’ve been to many cities around England and at the end of the day I’m always glad that I chose to study at Sheffield."
Looping boat artwork unveiled on the Sheffield and Tinsley Canal
Created by artist Alex Chinneck, the impressive canal boat sculpture named 'The Industry' has been unveiled to celebrate Sheffield's historic waterways and industrial heritage.
Sheffield DJs launch ‘Sound Union’ to support local business
Two well known Sheffield DJs have been busy putting together a huge library of locally sourced music, recorded exclusively for local businesses.
BJSS: Sheffield is a beacon of opportunity
"With Sheffield it’s a little bit different. You get close to Sheffield and realise things are going on, it feels like it’s on the cusp of starting to really explode, and it’s exciting to be in at this point.”
Kate Jackson
Sheffield makes me dance!
Sam Chapman
Sheffield makes me happy.
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Paradise Island Adventure Golf have got 2 adventure golf courses taking up over 14,000 sq/ft over 2 levels! This new adventure takes you from the boat at the Caribbean Quay through mysterious sea caves before being marooned on a desert island full of exotic palm trees and mystical jungle ruins!
City culture
In 3 words: culture, nature, friendliness. Find out what makes this city unique.
The Sheffield Culture Strategy
A fresh vision has been developed for creativity, arts, and culture in Sheffield. This vision aims to ensure that everyone who lives, works, or visits here has the opportunity to participate, collaborate, and benefit from arts and culture in the city.
Jules Gray
Jules is the owner of Hop Hideout beer shop, as well as the founder of Sheffield Beer Week, a city-wide annual event with an independent ethos at its heart.
Get Together
Get Together - as the name suggests - is a friendly affair. It's about having a great time discovering new music whilst meeting some great people, and also getting to have some tasty food and drink from local producers while you're at it. It's about ditching the attitude that can come with music sometimes, about letting yourself go, and coming together at the same time.
Partnership & collaboration
Relocating and expanding your business into a new city can be complex. The team at Invest Sheffield have vast experience in simply being there to help you with every step, providing tailored support and advice.
Together in the Square returns
Sheffield Theatres will once again hold a weekend of outdoor performance in Tudor Square.
Vivacity Choir set to perform first full concert after surviving pandemic
A Hillsborough-based choir is preparing for its first full concert since the start of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020 - and everyone is invited!
DINA commissioned to produce i-NOW
DINA, Sheffield’s DIY artspace, has been commissioned by Arts Council England to produce i-NOW a ground breaking season of work dedicated to offsetting the damage to Sheffield's music scene created by COVID .
Sheffield high streets to receive £865,000 investment
Sheffield City Council has announced further projects which will be supported by its Economic Recovery Fund, an innovative and unique grant set up to support businesses following the Covid-19 pandemic.
University City
We offer the best of all worlds. We’re home to forward-thinking innovators, independent creatives and pioneering world-changers. We’re an ambitious, modern city that doesn’t lose sight of the important stuff, with close-knit communities alongside global opportunities. Unforgettable nights out followed by gentle walks in breathtaking green spaces. Sprawling shopping centres and proud independents. Most importantly, you’ll find yourself amongst friends in a busy university city that sets you up…
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.
About The Economic Recovery Fund in Sheffield
The Economic Recovery Fund supports local businesses and organisations to get people visiting and spending money in their neighbourhoods. That could mean events where businesses can connect with customers; exciting new features to draw people in; changes to make the high street a nicer place to spend time; or something completely different. Solutions are designed by local people for local people, using their insight into what will work on their high street.
Our 12th century heritage
The Castle site is situated at the confluence of the River Don and Sheaf, and is but a short distance from Manor Lodge - which was a vast green space and prime deer hunting area for many centuries.
Accolade for Sheffield’s commitment to business for good
Sheffield has been awarded formal accreditation as a Social Enterprise Place for its commitment to developing and supporting social enterprise to thrive by Social Enterprise UK.
The art of climbing
Sheffield inspires the development of one of the fastest growing sports in the world. From the roots of UK rock climbing in the 1880s, through to creating the routes for the inaugural climbing event at the Olympic Games 2020. We are 'home' for the originators of the sport, current Team GB Climbing athletes, designers and manufacturers, making us the Climbing Capital of the UK.
The digital & tech sector in Sheffield
You'll find an ever expanding value chain which is delivering specialist training to support growth in the sector, and a thriving network of over 100 companies, incubators and organisations; all of which make-up our digital media and technology ecosystem.
Outdoors & nature
The UK's greenest city, where nature and culture intertwine. The historic Peak District National Park and and spiritual home of the country's climbing scene, with downhill mountain biking, road cycling and a hive of activity for kayakers, walkers and runners of all ability.
The craft of beer
The spirit of independent brewing in this nation has been shaped by Sheffield, inspiring a movement that has given us one of the best reputations in the world, for a sector that is also worth £1.8 billion to the UK.
The Sunday Times names Kelham Island one of the best places to live
Having been named one of the 51 coolest neighbourhoods in the world by TimeOut last year, Sheffield's Kelham Island continues to attract more positive press, as The Sunday Times has now named it one of their Best Places to Live in the UK in their 2023 guide.
Björn Again
Designed as a tongue-in-cheek rocked-up light-hearted ABBA satire, this show achieved worldwide cult status with critical acclaim and was acknowledged for initiating the ABBA revival, which brought about ABBA Gold, Muriel’s wedding and MAMMA MIA!
Look Up, it's Corbin Shaw!
The first digital media piece by Sheffield-born, renowned artist Corbin Shaw, celebrating the spirit of this brilliant city.
Incubate & accelerate
The Sheffield tech ecosystem has developed significantly over the last few years with more tech businesses relocating and scaling in the city - in fact, in 2022 Startups has ranked us the best city in the UK to start a business.
UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 fixtures confirmed and ticket ballot now open
Sheffield will be front and centre of the biggest women’s European sport event in history after being hand-picked as one of nine host cities for the hotly-anticipated UEFA Women’s EURO 2022.
Exciting Developments in Hillsborough’s Burgeoning Indie Scene
Over the last year (and despite the pandemic) Hillsborough has seen an influx of exciting new independent businesses, bringing a fresher feel and attracting new visitors to this reinvigorated part of Sheffield.
Sheffield Theatres Announce 50th Anniversary Season
Sheffield Theatres have announced their landmark 50th anniversary season, including an ambitious trilogy of plays and the much anticipated return of Standing at the Sky's Edge, amongst many more exciting productions.
Nature and greenspace
Climbing, mountain biking, road cycling, running, walking - we've got some of the best in the world. Seriously. But it's also about how liveable it is here. Green and blue spaces combine to form 61% greenspace (the highest percentage of any city in the world) in the 4th biggest city in England. Which is why we say this is the place where nature and culture intertwine.
Living
Looking to balance your outdoor lifestyle with the buzz of a thriving city? Make yourself at home here, amongst our famously friendly hills.
Castlegate
Thanks to the Grey to Green project, use of meanwhile spaces, and inventive creations from markets to skateboard areas, Castlegate is seeing a total transformation.
Couples
Whether it's a special romantic occasion or you just simply want to explore somewhere new, there's lots to enjoy with your favourite person in Sheffield, The Outdoor City.
Climbing
Whether you're a beginner looking to get into the sport from scratch or a budding enthusiast looking to move here to get a bit more work/life balance, here's some inspiration to whet your appetite whilst you're in The Outdoor City.
Open Up Sheffield
On the first two weekend of May each year, Open Up gives people the opportunity to visit artists, creatives, studios and inventive people at the places where they work in neighbourhoods across the city and beyond.
The pioneering city of electronic music
There are few cities in the world as synonymous with electronic music as Sheffield. For half a century the city has been producing a steady stream of game-changing music that has gone on to impact and shape the way electronic music sounds all across the world.
Landmark Sheffield hotel re-opens for business
A landmark Sheffield hotel has re-opened for business
Factory Floor brings industrial evolution to Neepsend
A brand new bar concept from the team behind Sheffield’s popular Peddler Market opens to the public this Friday 4 September 2020.
Nightlife
Discover what Sheffield is all about when it comes to nightlife, from clubs and venues to late bars and hangout spaces.
A change of scenery
Sheffield is ranked as the best UK city in which to start a business, the UK's greenest city, Europe's second best city break, and the UK's foodie hotspot... so it's worth making any excuse to come for a city break! Whether you're a speaker or a delegate at a conference here, own your own business and want to locate somewhere with the amazing access to talent we have from two world-class Universities, or Sheffield is en-route or close by another business location - make sure you pay us a visit…
ISU European Figure Skating Championships 2026
Sheffield will be hosting the ISU European Figure Skating Championships 2026 on the 13 - 18 January 2026.
ERF - Street Scene
As part of the ERF delivery, street-scene improvements have proven to be immensely popular. These enhancements range from practical additions like bins, benches, and planters to transformative elements such as parklets, shopfront upgrades, and even a green living wall—all funded through ERF support.
Leaf and Shoot
A former builder who dreamed of the good life has transformed the forgotten underground vaults of Kelham Island into a haven for producing organic edible produce after calling on help from Launchpad, a unique programme which provides business support to new and aspiring entrepreneurs based in the Sheffield City Region.
Bolehills bike track
"Bolehills forever" is a phrase passed around between people who have spent any length of time riding the expertly-shaped golden limescale mounds of the track transformed by Sheffield’s community.
Nuclear AMRC to support next phase of Rolls-Royce SMR development
The Nuclear AMRC will work with Rolls-Royce on the next phase of its small modular reactor (SMR) development programme, for which the government has confirmed £210 million of funding.
Food & Drink
The best of our independent scene! From food halls to fine dining, street food to cosy cafes, across the city you'll be spoilt for choice.
