Exhibitions in Sheffield
With such a fantastic array of museums and galleries in Sheffield (many of which are free to visit) you'll never be short of interesting exhibitions to explore in the city.
While there are some fascinating permanent exhibitions across the city, all worth exploring and available all-year round, here you'll find listings for temporary exhibitions in Sheffield which are only available for a limited amount of time- catch them before they're gone!
Use the tags below and date search to help narrow the results you'd like to see.
Exhibition listings
Young Creatives
Young Creatives is a vibrant art exhibition showcasing the talent of pupils from Mercia Learning Trust schools. Visit Mercure St Paul’s to see the exhibition and bid on the artwork, with proceeds supporting Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity.
Understanding Society 2025: A Festival of Social Science
Understanding Society 2025: A Festival of Social Science is a series of free events and activities examining the ideas that shape our everyday lives.
Modern Toss: 21st Anniversary Touring Exhibition
Modern Toss will bring a full-scale retrospective of its work to Sheffield for two weeks from October as the city is announced as the next stop on its 21st Anniversary Exhibition Tour.
Autumn Almanac V
Autumn Almanac is an annual survey show featuring works by studio members of Yorkshire Artspace, offering a snapshot of contemporary practice amongst some of the most talented artists in Sheffield.
Vice Press Open House 2025
Taking place on Saturday 25 October, Open House was co-founded by renowned Sheffield-based artist Matt Ferguson and celebrates the work of independent artists, creators and vendors from across the UK.
October Half-Term at the National Videogame Museum
Assemble your squad for the ultimate LEGO Fortnite Odyssey adventure this half-term! Play together on the big screen, build a giant LEGO brick village, create game-inspired art, and enjoy fun take-home activities.
Crafted at The Millennium Gallery
The Millennium Gallery’s popular selling showcase, Crafted returns this autumn, celebrating excellence in making across the region and beyond, 25 October - 24 December.
Ancient Egypt
From pharaohs and pyramids to mummies and myths, explore the wonders of Ancient Egypt in our gallery at Weston Park Museum.
Gordon Bridge Gallery: Picturing Sheffield
Discover a new perspective on Sheffield in Weston Park Museum's art gallery, packed with local scenes and views of the city from the past 250 years.
Sheffield Life and Times
Discover some of Sheffield's fascinating stories, told from the point of view of people who’ve lived here, in our Sheffield Life & Times gallery.
