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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

What's On

Our Sheffield culture calendar. Filled with picks of the city’s arts, culture and heritage events, both in-person and virtual. Plus reviews and festival guides.

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LGBTQ+ History Month in Sheffield

A roundup of events taking place in Sheffield this February, honouring queer history and the importance of art in the struggle towards justice.

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Sheffield Festivals Guide

Our guide to Sheffield's cultural festivals for 2025. Featuring music, film, visual art, theatre, and more.

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Film picks

Our picks of the cinematic delights on Sheffield's screens and online this month.

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Music picks

Make some dates with excellent bands and artists in Sheffield, with a hand from our Tom's choice of upcoming gigs.

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Theatre picks

Our picks of the shows that are taking to the Sheffield stage over the coming weeks and months.

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Art picks

Take a Sheffield art tour with our picks of the exhibitions and artists' events on now and coming soon – both online and in person.

Sheffield Chinese Lunar New Year Festival

Multiple dates

Welcome in the Year of the Dragon in Sheffield. With a spectacular illumination of a dragon, a weekend fair in the Peace Gardens and an evening of dance performances.

Mariposa

Mon. 10 February 2025

Drama Studio

In a Caribbean port, a local rent boy and a foreign sailor fall ominously in love in this operatic dance drama. A reimagining of Madame Butterfly from choreographer Carlos Pons Guerra. With a free pre-event talk on Dancing Queer History, open to all.

No & Other Stories – Kirsty Logan in conversation with Molly Aitken

Tue. 11 February 2025

Juno Books

Join Juno Books to hear Kirsty Logan discuss her latest collection of short stories. These stories navigate the cruelties and complexities of desire across time and place – featuring wartime ghosts, sapphic lovers, 90s high school drama, and more.

Valentine's Drag Bingo with Emma Maezin

Wed. 12 February 2025

Showroom

This Valentine's season, celebrate in style at Showroom with a special Drag Bingo night, hosted by local drag sensation Emma Maezin.

Jane Cholmeley: A Bookshop of One’s Own

Wed. 12 February 2025

Sheffield Central Library

Silver Moon was a bookshop promoting female writers, creating a safe space for women. Founded in 80s London against a backdrop of homophobia and misogyny. Feminist and lesbian icon Jane Cholmeley shares the struggle and joy of the underdog business.

Footprints Open Jazz Jam

Multiple dates

Alder

An open jam session led by the Footprints house band. All musicians and vocalists are invited to join – or just come down to enjoy the music.

Fleur Barron & Simon Lepper

Thu. 13 February 2025

Firth Hall

Singaporean-British mezzo Fleur Barron is a passionate interpreter of opera, chamber music, and concert works ranging from the baroque to the contemporary. Joined by Simon Lepper, an incredibly talented pianist and accompanist.

Nosferatu

Mon. 6 January 2025 — Thu. 13 February 2025

Bram Stoker's Dracula has seen several film adaptations over its 100 years – now given new life in a refreshingly dark and atmospheric tale. From Robert Eggers (The Lighthouse) with a magnificent Lily-Rose Depp and an unrecognisable Bill Skarsgard.

LGBTQ+ Over 50s Group

Thu. 13 February 2025

Weston Park Museum

A welcoming group in a safe environment where the agenda is set by the members.

Bring Them Down

Mon. 10 February 2025 — Thu. 13 February 2025

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

When his father’s health takes a turn, Michael is made to take more responsibility for the family’s farm and is pulled into a generational conflict with a rival shepherding family. A dark Irish thriller starring Barry Keoghan and Christopher Abbott.

Tiny Fragments Of Beautiful Light

Fri. 14 February 2025

Drama Studio

Elsa doesn’t know why she’s never fit in. She’s quirky, kind, clever and funny, but school was a nightmare and romance was a mystery, until now. One woman’s journey of self-discovery: a celebration of the joy that comes when we live as we truly are.

Romantic Piano Trios, Leonore Piano Trio

Fri. 14 February 2025

Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, S1 2JD

A celebration of love and romance for St Valentine’s Day. With the Leonore Trio performing music composed by Clara Schumann and her husband Robert.

A Kept Man

Sat. 15 February 2025

Drama Studio

A Yorkshire gamekeeper’s life is changed forever when he finds himself embroiled in the notorious trials of Oscar Wilde, in this bitter-sweet love story packed with folk-inspired songs. A concert performance, ahead of its West End musical production.

Saturday Workshop: Portrait Photography with Jeremy Abrahams

Sat. 15 February 2025

Weston Park Museum

Enjoy a full day photography workshop led by portrait photographer Jeremy Abrahams.

Music City

Sat. 15 February 2025

Delicious Clam

Inspired by the pop classicism of Big Star, the rawness of The Replacements and the glitter of T-Rex, Music City make perfect powerpop, praised by Iggy Pop and Pitchfork. Support comes from pub rockers TV Crime and local indie-poppers First Prize.

Pollen

Multiple dates

Grey to Green, S3 8LB

An inner-city flower market, celebrating all things botanical. Taking over a patch of Sheffield city centre one Sunday a month, with plants, flowers, fresh produce and music.

BFI Young Programmers Festival 2025

Wed. 12 February 2025 — Sun. 16 February 2025

Showroom

Curated by 30 young people aged 16–19, The BFI Film Academy Young Programmers Festival returns to Showroom Cinema.

Sophie Duker: But Daddy I Love Her

Sun. 16 February 2025

The Leadmill

Taskmaster champ Sophie Duker is back on tour with a new stand-up show. But Daddy I Love Her sees Sophie take the stage with her trademark naughtiness, in an intentionally unhinged hour of comedy.

Boy

Sun. 16 February 2025

Showroom

In 1984 New Zealand, devout Michael Jackson fan Boy imagines and regales others with tales of his heroic father. But things change when his father returns after seven absent years, in this heartfelt, 2010 coming-of-age comedy from Taika Waititi.

QTIBPOC Cinema Club

Tue. 18 February 2025

Gut Level

A monthly meet up at Gut Level for those who identify as QTIBPOC (Queer Trans Intersex Black and People of Colour). With a film that disrupts colonial and straight narratives, or uplifts QTIBPOC stories. Plus bring-and-share food and space to chat.

Sarah Keyworth

Tue. 18 February 2025

The Leadmill

Comedian Sarah Keyworth adds an extra date to their tour due to demand. With a brand new, joyous show "about family, acceptance and a pair of big (well, not super big) losses."

Quacks

Multiple dates

Showroom

A monthly queer comedy open mic night. Head down to their next event to join in the laughs or even take to the mic yourself.

My Mind on Paper

Wed. 19 February 2025

Sheffield Central Library

Join SAYiT and Sheffield Libraries' panel of LGBTQ+ readers and writers. They'll talk about LGBTQ+ writing across many genres – from diaries and letters, through to novels, scripts, poetry and fan fiction – and the need to both consume and create it.

Martin Roscoe & Fenella Humphreys

Thu. 20 February 2025

Firth Hall

An evening celebrating 150 years since Ravel’s birth with two of the UK’s finest classical musicians.

February Half Term Activities

Mon. 17 February 2025 — Thu. 20 February 2025

Manor Lodge

Enjoy enchanted woodland crafts and a trail at Manor Lodge this half term. Make a clay fairy with toadstool house, a wand made from foraged materials and an enchanted woodland paper decoration. And follow a trail to find the wizard’s lost items.

Memoir of a Snail

Fri. 14 February 2025 — Thu. 20 February 2025

Showroom

Book-loving and ornamental snail-collecting Grace falls into angst after being separated from her twin, until she begins a friendship with an elderly eccentric, Pinky. A heartfelt journey of an outsider, with the voices of Sarah Snook and Eric Bana.

Bach for Solo Violin

Sat. 22 February 2025

Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, S1 2JD

Ensemble 360 violinist Benjamin Nabarro performs two masterpieces of the Baroque: JS Bach’s spellbinding Sonata No.2 and Partita No.2.

Bach In The Round

Multiple dates

Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, S1 2JD

Step inside the music of Bach, up-close and reimagined, in this special surround-sound installation. Running alongside Benjamin Nabarro’s recitals in the tranquil Upper Chapel.

Squid

Sat. 22 February 2025

The Leadmill

Although based in the vague area of ‘post-punk’, Squid’s music is infused with elements of jazz, disco, funk and classical that gives their sound a glorious element of unpredictability. They’re touring their third album, released on Warp Records.

Call Me Dusty

Sun. 23 February 2025

The Montgomery

A play with music, telling the story of the definitive pop diva, Dusty Springfield.

Kelham Makes: Jesmonite Jewellery

Sun. 23 February 2025

Kelham Island Museum

Create your own jesmonite jewellery including handmade beads, necklaces, earrings, brooches and more with artist and maker, Kim Searle, using a variety of geometric and recycled moulds.

Kelham Makes: Jesmonite Coasters

Sun. 23 February 2025

Kelham Island Museum

Create your own jesmonite coaster with artist and maker Kim Searle using a variety of geometric and recycled moulds.

Castle Quest

Sat. 15 February 2025 — Sun. 23 February 2025

National Videogame Museum

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the National Videogame Museum this February half term in an epic quest that combines history, creativity and gaming.

Hyuk Namkoong

Sun. 23 February 2025

Cafe #9

Born in South Korea, raised in Bahrain, this “power-driven” classical pianist is known for his dazzling performances, taking influences from a variety of genres. Watching this prodigy in the cosy confines of Cafe #9 will be an incredible experience.

Ghost Cat Anzu

Sun. 23 February 2025

Showroom

Karin's grandfather asks Anzu – his 37-year-old, six-foot-tall, moped-riding talking cat – to look after her. Their spirited personalities collide in this visually stunning, wildly funny ride across multiple planes of existence and animation styles.

DocNights: This is Ballroom

Mon. 24 February 2025

Showroom

On the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro, the city’s top ballroom houses convene in a sweaty, euphonic competition, in this electrifying portrait of contemporary queer Brazil. With Sheffield DocFest.

Trans Film Club

Mon. 24 February 2025

Gut Level

"This is ones for the dolls, transmasc icons and non-binary divas." A monthly film night for the trans community at Gut Level – February's screening to be confirmed.

Lunchtime Talk: Queer Sheffield

Tue. 25 February 2025

Weston Park Museum

Explore the city's queer past with Fiona Moorcroft from SAYiT – taking a glimpse of the bars, the events, and the lives of the LGBTQ+ community in Sheffield from the late 1800s to the late 1990s.

The Breath

Mon. 26 February 2024 — Wed. 26 February 2025

Firth Hall

Join Hudson Records for one of their favourite bands. Ríoghnach Connolly and Stuart McCallum create honest, heartfelt songs as likely to touch on childhood summers as post-colonial injustices.

Nussaibah Younis: Fundamentally

Wed. 26 February 2025

Juno Books

Nussaibah Younis comes to Juno Books to talk about her hilarious, thoughtful debut novel. Fundamentally is about academic Nadia, who winds up in Iraq leading a chaotic UN scheme to deradicalise ISIS brides, after she’s dumped by her lover Rosie.

The Notts Queer History Archive: Radical Queer Pasts, Radical Queer Futures

Wed. 26 February 2025

Sheffield Central Library

Journalist CJ De Barra presents findings from their Nottingham-based LGBTQ+ oral history project and talks about grassroots queer archiving. Alongside an exhibition of LGBTQ+ materials from Sheffield City Archives and Steel City Queer History.

Elchin Shirinov Trio

Thu. 27 February 2025

Firth Hall

Experience the captivating fusion of contemporary jazz and Azerbaijani folk music, brought to life through the original compositions of acclaimed pianist Elchin Shirinov. In association with Sheffield Jazz.

Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope

Thu. 27 February 2025

The Library Theatre

A depiction of the legendary Quentin Crisp performed by Mark Farrelly. Taking the audience from the 60s in a filthy Chelsea flat, rejected for being flamboyantly gay, to New York in the 90s, where a much older Quentin is finally embraced by society.

Philosophy: All the King's Men

Thu. 27 February 2025

Showroom

Screening as part of the Philosophy at Showroom series, introduced by a philosopher from the University of Sheffield.

The Monkey

Fri. 21 February 2025 — Thu. 27 February 2025

When twin brothers find a mysterious monkey toy in the attic, a series of deaths begin. 25 years later, they must confront the cursed toy once again. Based on a Stephen King story and told in the true style of the midnight-movie comedy-horror genre.

I'm Still Here

Mon. 10 February 2025 — Thu. 27 February 2025

Brazil, 1971. Eunice Paiva, a mother of five, is forced to reinvent herself after her family suffers "disappearance" by the country's brutal regime. A moving film of one family's search for answers, based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva's biographical book.

21st Century Tennessee

Fri. 28 February 2025

The Octagon Centre

The ultimate modern day country show, combining all your favourite contemporary artists and hits into one phenomenal live show.

Discover Me UK

Multiple dates

Alder

A monthly open mic night all about discovering new artists. Giving emerging talent the change to play their songs live with session musicians.

Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme

Sun. 9 February 2025 — Fri. 28 February 2025

Showroom

The film programme's 2025 theme is: Am I Right? Justice, Justification, and Judgement in Japanese Cinema. From recent releases to older hidden gems, its films offer mirror images of our world and ask questions about the principle of justice.

Showroom: LGBTQ+ History Month 2025

Sat. 1 February 2025 — Fri. 28 February 2025

Showroom

Screenings and self-care activities encouraging us to reflect, connect and envision a future built on pride and inclusivity. With Saving Face, But I’m a Cheerleader, ​​​​​​​Moonlight, The People's Joker and more. Plus an emotional wellbeing workshop.

Andro & Eve: Gender Awareness Training

Multiple dates

These interactive sessions from Andro and Eve are designed to pass on knowledge, helping freelancers and organisations who want to build more equitable and inclusive policies and practices for trans and non-binary clients and customers.

Sheffield Orchid Show

Sat. 1 March 2025

St John’s Church Hall, Abbeydale Road South, S17 3LE

A showcase of orchids, aroids, cacti and air plant from six of Britain’s best societies.

Neepsend Craft Beer Festival

Fri. 28 February 2025 — Sat. 1 March 2025

Peddler Warehouse, S3 8BX

New for 2025, some incredible breweries are getting lined up to pour at the first Neepsend Craft Beer Festival. Including DEYA, Kirkstall, Atom, Zapato, Amity Brew Co, and more.

Sheffield Home of Football Guided Walks

Multiple dates

Take a fascinating stroll around Sheffield city centre, as you explore the stories of how the modern game of football emerged in Sheffield and the early pioneers of the global game.

Repeater #4: Dearthworms & Guests

Sat. 1 March 2025

Hallamshire Hotel, 182 West Street, S1 4ET

Sheffield, Berlin/Bristol and Stoke-Upon-Trent have kindly lent Repeater #4 their favourite sons and daughters for an epic evening of bizarre sonic chaos and unflinching dirty degenerate soundscapes.

Film Unit: LGBTQ+ History Month

Wed. 12 February 2025 — Sat. 1 March 2025

Film Unit

Student-run cinema Film Unit present a fortnight programme showcasing the diverse world of LGBTQ+ cinema. Films include 1930s German drama Mädchen in Uniform, 80s John Waters satire Polyester, iconic 90s romantic comedy The Watermelon Woman and more.

Paper Wreath Making with Zoe Genders

Sat. 1 March 2025

Anomaly Arts Collective, Abbey Lane, S8 0BP

Learn how to craft a stunning floral wreath that, unlike real flowers, will last forever.

Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods extended cut

Sat. 1 March 2025 — Sun. 2 March 2025

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

After the defeat of Majin Buu, a new power has awakened and threatens humanity. This extended cut features 20 minutes never-before-seen in European cinemas, as Goku and friends hit the big screen to save earth in one of their most epic battles yet.

In the Veins / The Longest Year + Q&A

Mon. 3 March 2025

Showroom

In the Veins is a short film using a century of archive footage to shine a light on the mining heritage of Yorkshire and the North East. Screening with a TV documentary on the miners' strike, first aired in March 1985 as the strike came to an end.

Preview: On Falling

Mon. 3 March 2025

Showroom

Set against a landscape dominated by an algorithm-driven gig economy, in a world designed to keep us apart, On Falling explores the silent, vital struggle to find meaning and connection.

Yshani Perinpanayagam

Wed. 5 March 2025

Firth Hall

Join the multi-genre pianist and musical director for a contemporary recital of works around the theme of play. Including a piece for piano and Commodore 64.

Sophie Lewis in conversation with Erin Maglaque: Enemy Feminisms

Wed. 5 March 2025

The Victoria, 1 Rowland Street, Neepsend, S3 8DE

Enemy Feminisms: TERFs, Policewomen, and Girlbosses Against Liberation makes the case for the bold, liberatory feminist politics we’ll need to stand against fascism, nationalism, and weaponised cisness in the months and years to come.

Gareth Lockrane Quintet

Fri. 7 March 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

Flautist Gareth Lockrane leads a band of top musicians and long-time collaborators. Presented by Sheffield Jazz

The Jersey Beats: Oh What A Nite

Fri. 7 March 2025

The Montgomery

A tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, coming on tour from Blackpool.

Peddler

Multiple dates

Peddler Warehouse, 92 Burton Road, S3 8DA

Food, music and art in a former warehouse, one weekend a month. Plus kids craft activities on the Saturday afternoons. With bonus Christmas crafts for their festive edition.

Indie Beer Feast

Fri. 7 March 2025 — Sat. 8 March 2025

Trafalgar Warehouse, 120 Trafalgar Street, S1 4JT

Get off to a head start on Sheffield Beer Week with this two-day showcase of craft breweries, fine cider, street food and natural wine.

Revolution. Shostakovich String Quartets

Sat. 8 March 2025

Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, S1 2JD

Ensemble 360 performs two of Shostakovich’s late string quartets as part of Music in the Round’s Shostakovich Weekend. Music of extremes, these quartets are at times exuberant, at others sombre, and often playful and energetic.

Conflict: Shostakovich String Quartets

Sat. 8 March 2025

Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, S1 2JD

A performance of two of Shostakovich’s raw and emotional quartets. Rich with allusions to Shostakovich’s own work, to the sounds of battle, and to his response in the aftermath of war.

Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency

Wed. 5 March 2025 — Sat. 8 March 2025

Drama Studio

After The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, Douglas Adams went on to create Dirk Gently. A detective with a belief in the fundamental interconnectedness of all things, a unique relationship with the laws of probability, and a love of cats and pizza.

Ghostan

Sat. 8 March 2025

The Montgomery

Following a tragedy, a young couple find themselves on an adventure in rural Malaysia, facing haunting threats that lurk in a small village. A student-run production for Sheffield Malaysian and Singaporean Night.

A Sense of Place by Karen Sherwood

Sat. 8 February 2025 — Sat. 8 March 2025

Cupola Gallery

An exhibition of paintings of the sea, from Cupola Gallery's founder and director Karen Sherwood.

Kelham Island Walks

Multiple dates

Kelham Island, S3

Explore the past and present of characterful Kelham Island and Neepsend, with walks on three themes. Discover stories of industrial Sheffield, working class community, and inspiring art.

Shostakovich Roundtable

Sun. 9 March 2025

Firth Hall

Ensemble 360’s Tim Horton and Gemma Rosefield join Soviet music specialist Patrick Zuk for a conversation delving into the life and work of Dimitri Shostakovich.

Power: Shostakovich Piano Quintet

Sun. 9 March 2025

Firth Hall

Music in the Round’s Shostakovich Weekend concludes with a celebration of some of the composer’s best-loved chamber music featuring the piano.

Ginger's Flea Market

Sun. 9 March 2025

The Steamworks, 109–111 Randall Street, S2 4SJ

A flea market filled with vintage fashion, homewares and collectibles alongside curated makers, coffee and incredible street food.

White Denim

Mon. 10 March 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

Emerging in Texas in 2007, White Denim took influence from psychedelic rock, punk, funk, jazz, blues and prog rock, fashioning a sound of hard hitting guitar riffs and frenetic energy. Live, they’re as fun and unpredictable as they sound on record.

McGoldrick, McCusker and Doyle

Wed. 12 March 2025

The Greystones

Three giants of the folk world. Combined, they've shared stages and studios with everyone from Bob Dylan to Joan Baez. Expect traditional, contemporary and original jigs, reels, ballads and more.

Film Studies: Exploring Palestinian Cinema

Wed. 22 January 2025 — Wed. 12 March 2025

Showroom

Join the Showroom to explore contemporary and historical filmmaking. Highlighting the diverse genres and styles that Palestinians have adopted to tell their stories, and how they've shifted as a result of changing political and social climates.

Hejira – Celebrating Joni Mitchell

Fri. 14 March 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

Hejira, a band of experienced jazz musicians who celebrate the work of singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late 70s, put their own stamp on the material whilst remaining true to the spirit of the originals. Presented by Sheffield Jazz.

Pig Heart Boy

Thu. 27 February 2025 — Sat. 15 March 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

All Cameron wants is to be normal, but he needs a heart transplant. When he's finally offered a new heart, he must choose how far he’ll go to get his life back. Based on the novel by award-winning writer Malorie Blackman OBE (Noughts and Crosses).

Mendelssohn String Quartets, Consone Quartet

Sat. 15 March 2025

St. Marie's Cathedral, Norfolk Street, S1 2JB

Music in the Round’s visiting string quartet returns to Sheffield for its final immersive afternoon and evening of concerts exploring the music of Felix Mendelssohn.

Annie

Tue. 11 March 2025 — Sat. 15 March 2025

The Montgomery

Ellesmere Musical Theatre Company presents Annie at The Montgomery.

Sheffield Beer Week

Mon. 10 March 2025 — Sun. 16 March 2025

7 days of beery fun. With brewery tours and tastings, beer and food pairings, pub walks, workshops tap takeovers, and more.

fæthm: explorations in co-curation with the River Dôn

Thu. 13 March 2025 — Sun. 16 March 2025

Kelham Island Museum

An exhibition exploring the cultural and environmental significance of the River Don, its health and its rights. Including an installation in the weir near Kelham Island Museum.

The Mary Wallopers

Thu. 20 March 2025

The Octagon Centre

A seven-piece band mixing the raw energy of punk rock with traditional Irish folk ballads to create something joyous, chaotic and irreverent. Their shows are often anarchic but also showcase the pure emotion of songs passed down the generations.

Beethoven for Flute

Fri. 21 March 2025

Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, S1 2JD

Be transported to the classical elegance of an 18th century salon in this concert celebrating Beethoven’s joyful, sparkling music for flute. Opening Classical Weekend 2025.

Classical Weekend

Fri. 21 March 2025 — Sun. 23 March 2025

One big celebration of classical music. With pop-up performances in the Winter Garden, traditional sea shanties in beautiful Upper Chapel, a reimagining of the opera Carmen, and lots more.

Sheffield Adventure Film Festival

Fri. 21 March 2025 — Sun. 23 March 2025

Enjoy the great outdoors from the comfort of your seat. With some of the best new adventure films from around the world plus a spotlight on locally-made films. Part of the wider month-long Festival of the Outdoors.

Evening Panel Discussion: John Hoyland and Contemporary Sculpture

Tue. 25 March 2025

Millennium Gallery

An evening discussion bringing together an acclaimed group of artists and curators to explore the broader themes of the latest exhibition at the Millennium Gallery, These Mad Hybrids.

Billy Marrows & Grande Família

Fri. 28 March 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

A rare chance to hear Billy Marrows and his 12-piece chamber jazz group play music from their critically acclaimed debut album Penelope. Presented by Sheffield Jazz.

Brandenburg: Bach for Harpsichord and Strings

Sat. 29 March 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Ensemble 360 is joined by leading harpsichordist Steven Devine for an evening of music by three members of the Bach family.

Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave

Sun. 30 March 2025

The Steamworks, 111 Randall Street, Little Sheffield, S2 4SJ

Join the original, award-winning family rave at The Steamworks for music, craft, play, drinks and fun.

Proud! Telling LGBT+ stories in Sheffield

Tue. 1 October 2019 — Sun. 30 March 2025

Weston Park Museum

A display within Weston Park Museum, co-curated by LGBT+ people living in Sheffield. Exploring the city’s LGBT+ history – some of which can seem hidden, but it’s all around us and part of who we are.

Made in Tennessee

Fri. 4 April 2025

The Montgomery

A taste of Nashville with Soul Street Productions. Featuring some of UK’s finest country musicians, taking you from country’s origins in the Southern States to the modern likes of Kacey Musgraves.

Sheffield Ceramics Festival

Sat. 5 April 2025 — Sun. 6 April 2025

Kelham Island Museum

Browse the wares of around 50 ceramic artists, potters and sculptors from South Yorkshire and beyond.

Rapunzel

Sat. 5 April 2025 — Sun. 6 April 2025

The Montgomery

A panto tale told with a laugh-a-minute script, sparkling costumes, beautiful scenery and lots of audience participation.

The Enchanted Princess Ball

Wed. 9 April 2025

The Montgomery

Once upon a time, in the land of fairytales, Chester the Castle Jester has muddled up all invitations to The Royal Ball.

KINOTEKA on TOUR: Polish Film Season

Sat. 5 April 2025 — Mon. 14 April 2025

Showroom

A series of four films by Polish filmmakers. Including contemporary dramas Under the Volcano and It’s Not My Film, alongside the breathtaking documentary The Silent Trees and all-time classic, 1965’s The Saragossa Manuscript.

Resistanz

Fri. 18 April 2025 — Sun. 20 April 2025

Corporation

A festival of industrial, electro and alternative music, taking over Corporation for Easter bank holiday weekend.

Sheffield Folk Sessions Festival

Fri. 18 April 2025 — Mon. 21 April 2025

Sheffield Folk Sessions Festival brings pubs around the Kelham Island area to life with a weekend of song. Expect singing sessions, instrumental sessions and workshops. All for free, with donations going to charity.

Ora Cogan

Wed. 23 April 2025

Sidney & Matilda

Multi-instrumentalist Ora Cogan has become known for her cinematic compositions that incorporate elements of country, goth and psychedelic rock. When Mazzy Star's Hope Sandoval calls her atmospheric music "captivating," it must be something special.

Georgia Mancio & Alan Broadbent

Fri. 25 April 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

Sheffield Jazz hosts multi-award-winning vocalist and lyricist Georgia Mancio and double Grammy-winning pianist and composer Alan Broadbent, as they present songs from their new album, alongside gems from their 40-strong back catalogues.

The Sheffield Sustainable Market

Multiple dates

Victoria Hall, Norfolk Street, S1 2JB

Bringing together the best sustainable gifts from local makers. Helping you to live a lower impact life.

Postmodern Jukebox

Wed. 30 April 2025

The Octagon Centre

Fresh off playing their thousandth show, retro musical collective Postmodern Jukebox are going on tour and coming to Sheffield.

Phazed Out

Sat. 3 May 2025

Network

A bank holiday festival of hardcore and alternative, headlined by New York hardcore legends Agnostic Front.

Analogue Film Workshops with artist filmmaker Rhea Storr

Fri. 2 May 2025 — Sat. 3 May 2025

Site Gallery

Learn how to use analogue film cameras and develop your own 35mm black and white film. On the theme of portraiture and approaches to engaging with another person, community or place. Suitable for ages 15+.

Open Up Sheffield

Multiple dates

Sheffield's annual artists' open studios festival.

Misha Mullov-Abbado Group

Fri. 9 May 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

Acclaimed bassist and prolific composer and arranger Misha Mullov-Abbado leads his regular group, featuring some of the most sought-after young musicians in London. Presented by Sheffield Jazz.

Ivo Neame Trio

Fri. 16 May 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

Multi-award-winning pianist Ivo Neame is one of a handful of musician/composers redefining the sound of British jazz. Join him as he leads his trio, featuring two of the finest UK-based jazz instrumentalists. Presented by Sheffield Jazz.

Ready Steady 60s Show

Fri. 16 May 2025

The Montgomery

Step back in time as this band bring the iconic 60s music scene to life.

20 years of Ensemble 360: Festival Launch

Fri. 16 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Schubert’s rousing Octet showcases the range and breadth of Ensemble 360, with its jaunty, memorable tunes and high drama. Kicking off the group's 20th birthday celebrations.

Get Together

Sat. 17 May 2025

Kelham Island

A joyous one-day festival of independent music, taking over warehouses, breweries and bars of Kelham Island and Neepsend.

Family Concert: Giddy Goat

Sat. 17 May 2025

Crucible Theatre

Being a mountain goat is no fun when you are scared of heights! Can Giddy find the fearless goat inside himself in time to rescue little Edmund? Based on the best-selling children’s book by Jamie Rix and Lynne Chapman, with opportunities to join in.

Intimate Letters. Ensemble 360

Sat. 17 May 2025

Crucible Theatre

Nicknamed Intimate Letters, Janáček’s intricate quartet is interspersed with the Czech composer’s own writing, performed by an actor, in this special performance by Ensemble 360 with an actor.

Echoes from the Birdcage

Sat. 17 May 2025

Crucible Theatre

Experience the vibrant soundscape of London’s King’s Cross with this show from Evelyn Glennie, Jill Jarman, Paul Booth, Ian East and Brian O'Kane.

Goldberg: Bach at dawn. Ensemble 360

Sun. 18 May 2025

Sheffield General Cemetery

Greet the dawn with beautiful classical music at the Samuel Worth Chapel, as the day breaks and birdsong surrounds you.

Goldberg: Bach at Breakfast

Sun. 18 May 2025

Sheffield General Cemetery

A breakfast concert of Bach’s popular Goldberg Variations. Intricate counterpoint and life-affirming spirituality in a breathtaking arrangement for violin, viola and cello.

The Nostalgic Utopian Future Distance

Sun. 18 May 2025

Firth Hall

An electrifying and electrified evening of duets between soloists drawn from Ensemble 360, and tape or live electronics. All presented in multi-speaker, 360-degree surround sound.

Strange Presence: John Hoyland Paintings

Sat. 18 January 2025 — Sun. 18 May 2025

Millennium Gallery

This spring, two new exhibitions at the Millennium Gallery celebrate the acclaimed Sheffield-born artist, John Hoyland (1934 – 2011). With paintings, sketchbooks, photographs and archival film.

These Mad Hybrids: John Hoyland and Contemporary Sculpture

Thu. 20 February 2025 — Sun. 18 May 2025

Millennium Gallery

Rarely seen sculptures by Sheffield-born artist John Hoyland, best known for his abstract paintings. Alongside work by Caroline Achaintre, Phyllida Barlow, Hew Locke and more.

Schumann & Ravel: Mother Goose. Ensemble 360

Mon. 19 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

An afternoon concert of Ravel’s delightful, whimsical work setting fairytales to music.

Battleship Potemkin

Mon. 19 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Soviet cinema at its finest. Join Music in the Round for a screening of this influential piece of cinema with the original soundtrack performed live by Ensemble 360 to mark the film’s centenary year, with conductor George Morton.

Relaxed Concert: Appalachian Spring

Tue. 20 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Doors will be left open, lights raised, a break-out space provided and there will be less emphasis on the audience being quiet during this performance with Ensemble 360.

Appalachian Spring

Tue. 20 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Members of the celebrated Elias Quartet join forces with their friends and former colleagues in Ensemble 360. Playing a deeply moving and brooding meditation on change, and a life-affirming depiction of Appalachia.

The Night Overtook Us: An evening of Scottish folk music

Tue. 20 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Donald Grant, violinist with Elias Quartet, is also a master of the folk fiddle. Join him and friends for folk infused with his life-long passion for Gaelic song and the Scottish music tradition.

Pint of Science Festival

Mon. 19 May 2025 — Wed. 21 May 2025

Three nights of science fun. Academics bring their research out of the lab for a series of talks, demos and experiments in pubs, bars and creative spaces. Info for 2025 coming soon.

Cycles and Circles

Wed. 21 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Breaking down cultural boundaries with his new approach to composition, sitarist Jasdeep Singh Degun brings a new energy and vision to both Indian classical and contemporary music.

Film Studies: Four Decades of Stanley Kubrick

Wed. 2 April 2025 — Wed. 21 May 2025

Showroom

Revered as a visionary artist by those who admire him, reviled as cold and inhumane by those who don’t, Kubrick and his films still provoke argument and debate quarter of a century after his death.

Shostakovich, Mozart and more

Thu. 22 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Ensemble 360 are joined by members of the Elias String Quartet with an expansive programme of exciting writing for strings from the 20th century, interspersed with two glorious works for piano and wind.

Brahms String Sextet

Thu. 22 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

A final chance to catch the members of the Elias Quartet in collaboration with Ensemble 360. This celebration of music for strings centres on Brahms’s spectacular Sextet.

Celebrating Avril Coleridge-Taylor

Fri. 23 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

A concert with conversation introducing us to the ground-breaking Avril Coleridge-Taylor and her world. Presented by writer Leah Broad, whose group biography of female composers Quartet (2023) won plaudits around the globe.

Sinfonietta: Britten, Vaughan Williams and more

Fri. 23 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Ensemble 360 explore an intricate musical family tree, unpacking the influence of some of the 20th century’s greatest composers upon one another.

Sheffield Chamber Music Festival

Fri. 16 May 2025 — Sat. 24 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Nine days of intimate and inviting classical music performances for all ages.

Goldberg: Piano at dawn. Ensemble 360

Sat. 24 May 2025

Sheffield General Cemetery

Tim Horton performs a spellbinding early morning concert, returning the Goldberg Variations to their original keyboard form.

Finale: Mozart, Beethoven & Elgar

Sat. 24 May 2025

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Sheffield Chamber Music Festival 2025's finale event. In a nostalgic nod to Ensemble 360’s beginnings, the group revisits the music from their very first concert in this 20th anniversary.

Subjects of State, Labours of Love

Fri. 14 February 2025 — Sun. 25 May 2025

Site Gallery

An immersive multi-channel film installation, presenting an intimate portrait of Caribbean associations in Wolverhampton from the 1980s to the present day, and Sheffield African and Caribbean Community Association (SADACCA).

Sheffield Food Festival

Sat. 24 May 2025 — Mon. 26 May 2025

Peace Gardens, S1 2HH

Three (hopefully) sunny days of food, food and more food.

Festival of Debate

Tue. 22 April 2025 — Fri. 30 May 2025

Get informed, inspired and filled with ideas for positive change. With talks on big social, political, environmental and economic issues. Come back soon for details of the 2025 programme.

Sheffield Life, Loss and Death Festival

"Death is part of life. Let’s talk about it." Come back soon for details of the second edition of this festival in May, organised by Compassionate Sheffield.

Goldsmiths North

Fri. 30 May 2025 — Sun. 1 June 2025

Cutlers' Hall, Church Street, S1 1HG

Meet and buy from over 50 independent silversmiths and jewellery makers in the magnificent surroundings of Cutlers' Hall. Earlybird tickets on sale throughout February.

Kelham Pride

Sat. 21 June 2025

Kelham Island

A parade and street party, celebrating and bringing together the local LGBTQ+ community and their allies. With live musicians, DJs, drag queens, comedians, guest speakers, family-friendly activities, fringe events, and more.

Derrick Greaves: Art Worlds

Sat. 25 January 2025 — Sat. 21 June 2025

Graves Gallery

Sheffield-born Derrick Greaves (1927–2022) was one of the most acclaimed British painters of the last half century, first recognised in the 1950s as a 'kitchen-sink' painter. This exhibition is the first retrospective of his work since his death.

Sheffield DocFest

Wed. 18 June 2025 — Mon. 23 June 2025

Showroom

The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions and inspiring talks. Come back soon for our guide to the 2025 festival.

Migration Matters Festival

Fri. 20 June 2025 — Sat. 28 June 2025

A celebration of culture, compassion, and the positive impact migration and refugees have in Sheffield. Held on and around Refugee Week each June. Come back soon for details of the 2025 programme.

The King's Voice

Sat. 28 June 2025

The Montgomery

Gordon Hendricks captures the spirit of Elvis on stage.

Crossed Wires Festival

Fri. 4 July 2025 — Sun. 6 July 2025

Bringing some of the UK's top names in podcasting from your headphones to the stage for one weekend. Details for 2025 coming soon!

Children's Media Conference

Tue. 8 July 2025 — Thu. 10 July 2025

Showroom

The UK’s premier event for everyone in kids TV, media and entertainment. With a free exhibition, Playground, bringing together interactive digital art and maker activities for children to play with.

Anything Goes

Wed. 9 July 2025 — Sat. 12 July 2025

The Montgomery

A fast-paced comedy musical that takes you back to the Golden Age of high society on the high seas.

Chance To Dance

Sat. 19 July 2025

One big day of music and movement in outdoor spots around the city centre. Details for 2025 to come in early spring.

Bassfest Summer Festival

Sat. 19 July 2025 — Sun. 20 July 2025

Don Valley Bowl

Dedicated to drum and bass, house, bassline, and beyond.

Tramlines

Fri. 25 July 2025 — Sun. 27 July 2025

Hillsborough Park

A three-day summertime celebration of music. On the lineup for 2025: Pulp(!!!), Spiritualized, The Last Dinner Party, Sigrid, CMAT, John Grant, Franz Ferdinand, and more.

The Fringe at Tramlines

Thu. 24 July 2025 — Sun. 27 July 2025

Sheffield turns into one giant dancefloor for a weekend each July. While the official Tramlines action takes place in Hillsborough Park, there’s fun to be had at fringe events in pubs, bars and venues right across the city. And lots of it's free!

Sheffield Mela

Sun. 3 August 2025

Firth Park, S5 6HE

A festival promoting diversity, unity and community spirit, shining a spotlight on cultural traditions of the South Asian community. With live music and dance, activities for young people, exhibitions and demos, fun fair rides, and more.

Rockin the Bowl

Sat. 6 September 2025

SteelYard Kelham, The Yard, Bardwell Road, Neepsend, S3 8AS

"Forged in fire, set in steel." An all-dayer dedicated to rock and metal. Back for 2025 in its new venue of SteelYard Kelham.

Algorithmic Pattern

Fri. 12 September 2025 — Sat. 20 September 2025

A festival and conference on algorithmic pattern-making. Exploring procedural approaches in human culture – from heritage arts and crafts like textiles and bell-ringing, to the contemporary likes of live coding and generative art.

Powerlines

Sat. 20 September 2025

Crookes Social Club, Mulehouse Road, S10 1TD

A new independent metal festival for 2025 – by the fans, for the fans. Showcasing a lineup of local homegrown artists and national acts, open to all ages and types of metalheads.

Sheffield Heritage Open Days

Fri. 12 September 2025 — Sun. 21 September 2025

Ten days to explore heritage treasures across the city.

Float Along Festival

Sat. 27 September 2025

Float Along music festival returns to Sheffield city centre to do it all again for the third year running. Details of this year's lineup and venues to come...

Spirit of Independence Film Festival

Fri. 26 September 2025 — Sun. 28 September 2025

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

A celebration of fiercely independent filmmaking, showcasing raw, bold and passionate films from around the world.

Sensoria

Thu. 2 October 2025 — Sun. 5 October 2025

Sheffield's festival of film and music. Expect a truly unique mix of performance, live film scores, screenings, exhibitions, and music industry activity.

Beatles Complete

Sat. 11 October 2025

The Montgomery

A night of Beatlemania packed with hits from the most influential band of all time.

No Bounds

Fri. 10 October 2025 — Sun. 12 October 2025

A weekend of bleeps, beats and sweaty grins – bringing together music, visual art and technology. Lineup for 2025 to be confirmed.

Steel City Beer & Cider Festival

Wed. 15 October 2025 — Sat. 18 October 2025

Kelham Island Museum

Sheffield CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) know a thing or two about good beer, cider and perry. Join them for their 2025 festival, provisionally set to take place on 15–18 October – check back soon for updates.

Celluloid Screams

Thu. 23 October 2025 — Sun. 26 October 2025

Showroom

Sheffield’s horror film festival returns for its 17th year in 2025. Getting you spooked just in time for Halloween.

Off the Shelf

Sheffield's festival of words, taking place each October. Look out for our guide to the writer talks, workshops and events in the 2025 programme in coming months.

The Boy with a Leg Named Brian: An Exhibition by Pete McKee

Fri. 29 November 2024 — Sun. 2 November 2025

Weston Park Museum

Join one of Sheffield best-loved artists as he takes you on a nostalgia-filled journey through his 1970s childhood.

Ultimate 70s Show

Sat. 15 November 2025 — Fri. 14 November 2025

The Montgomery

Travel back in time and relive the sights and sounds of the 1970s.

In Dreams: A David Lynch Retrospective

Showroom

Throughout 2025, Showroom Cinema is celebrating the life and work of one of the great film artists with In Dreams. A retrospective of the late David Lynch’s screen dreams and visual nightmares.

Sheffield Stories: Caribbean Footsteps

Fri. 10 May 2024 — Sun. 2 May 2027

Weston Park Museum

An exhibition celebrating the many ways that people of African Caribbean heritage have contributed to Sheffield life. With stories of sport, carnival, fighting racism, and more.