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.

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More Than a Degree: 120 Years of Life at the Student Union

An exhibition exploring 120 years of student life and the Student Union at the University of Sheffield.

02 Feb 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 25

The Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize showcases the work of talented early career photographers, gifted amateurs and established professionals in the very best of contemporary photography. 

21 Feb 2026 - 10 May 2026

From Life | Portraits by Richard Kitson

Wentworth Woodhouse presents a selection of portraits by figurative painter, Richard Kitson.

10 Mar 2026 - 24 May 2026

George Shaw: Small Returns

Paintings and works on paper by Turner Prize-nominated artist George Shaw.

14 Mar 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

Form - A Selected Group Show

Cupola Gallery's new selected exhibition, Form, opens Friday 21 March 2026. Join them at the opening event and meet the artists!

21 Mar 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

Easter at the National Videogame Museum

Celebrate everyone’s favourite plumber, Mario, this Easter at the National Videogame Museum. Go and explore, play and learn about one of Nintendo’s most iconic characters. Saturday 28th March 2026 – Sunday 12th April 2026

28 Mar 2026 - 12 Apr 2026

Art Exhibition: 'Just Another Day on Duty'

Temporary exhibition of sculptures and drawings by Yorkshire artist Paul Digby capture the people behind the uniform in their daily roles protecting society, from the pandemic to the everyday moments that often go unseen, 'Just Another Day on Duty'.

01 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2026

Design & Make

Events showcasing the best of handmade and designed products from talented artisans across the region. Discover carefully curated stalls selling only handcrafted wares - no mass-produced or bulk bought items here.

25 Apr 2026 11:00 - 16:00

Silent Thunder - Exploration in Colour

Art Exhibition by Elesha Searles

01 May 2026 - 31 May 2026

Art in the Aisles

A two day Art Fair that coincides with the first weekend of Open Up Sheffield.

02 May 2026 - 03 May 2026
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