The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With a programme of fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions, and inspiring talks.

Step into the lives of others and explore documentaries in entirely new ways. Alternate Realities is DocFest's exhibition of innovative, immersive and interactive documentaries. With VR experiences, digital games and more.

One of the most exciting docs of the festival, showcasing the people, sounds, fashion, hidden hits and global appeal of grime. Interviewing its originators and unsung heroes in an attempt to give the art form the wide recognition it deserves.

​​​​​​Štefan Pongo starts a campaign for Romani in the Czech Republic to post selfies from their workplaces after the president claims that Romani people are “socially unadaptable and refuse jobs”. As the movement grows, his family life is affected.

A portrait of the socially committed conceptual artist David Hammons. With interviews with artists, curators and critics, evocative sounds from Marshall Allen, Idris Ackamoor and Shabaka Hutchings, and a reading by hip-hop forefather Umar Bin Hassan.

A portrait of Marwan Barghouti, the ‘Palestinian Nelson Mandela’, serving five life sentences in an Israeli prison while predicted to become the next Palestinian president. The relentless struggle of a people fighting for freedom, justice and peace.

Reid Davenport offers a first person account of disability and (in)visibility from his wheelchair. Prompted by a circus tent appearing outside his home, he reflects on the ableist consequences of freak shows, (in)accessibility, stigma, and beauty.

Julie is a survivor of psychiatry, in the pursuit of the autonomy to redefine her present and reinvent her future. Could her childhood trauma and unusual experiences be grounds for identity and culture, resistance and meaning?

Join a new community choir in Hillsborough Park – open to anyone who wants to sing.

Have a go at printing with Hillsborough-based artist and printmaker Sam Groom. Pick up skills in drawing, mark making, mono printing, paint and stencils, engraving, design, and stamp printing.

From London via Addis Ababa, Krar Collective have been called "the White Stripes of Ethiopia" due to their stripped back take on contemporary African roots music. They play hypnotic, groove-laden jams centred around the Ethiopian krar harp.

A night of live music from talented local artists, delicious food and summer atmosphere. Hosted by Sheffield Creative Guild with Boxie and Sheffield Plate.

Food, music, art. In a former warehouse. At night.

A film aiming to draw our attention to the persecution of the Roma people from the 1940s to the present day. Screening with an introduction by Rosa Cisneros and a discussion and language workshop with Romani expert Juice Vamosi.

Join broadcaster, historian and after-tea speaker Sheridan Shacklethwaite for a light-hearted, vaguely historical, torch-lit exploration of the basement at Sheffield Central Library.

Three theatres. Three plays. One cast. All at the same time! This theatrical first brings individual and interwoven stories to the Crucible, Lyceum and Studio theatres.

A laugh-out-loud comedy, showing how the lives of ordinary people can easily turn into the stuff of hilarious farce. Presented by amateur dramatic group Sheffield University Drama Society (SUDS).

Legendary music journalist John Robb called the Monochrome Set "arguably the first truly postmodern pop band." A huge influence the Smiths and Franz Ferdinand, the band are noted for their wry humour and their crisp, well constructed post-punk.

One big day of music and movement in the city centre.

Take a philosophical voyage at the Showroom this summer. A series of curious kids' films followed by fun philosophy sessions, exploring some of life's biggest questions and getting those brains whirring.

A night of romance with the good-looking stranger from next door. What could possibly go wrong? Join long-standing Sheffield amateur group Tudor Players as they bring this Alan Ayckbourne play to the Library Theatre stage.

An evening of classical music in the beautiful surroundings of the Botanical Gardens, with the Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra supported by the Keith Peters’ Big Band. Part of the Music in the Gardens weekend.

Three evenings of music and picnics against the backdrop of the Botanical Gardens in full bloom. Take your pick from pop, jazz or classical.

Explore what the future of our city could look like at this weekend of free family-friendly fun. With architecture tours, print making, trails of the area, and exciting new artworks to discover on the streets of the Cultural Industries Quarter (CIQ).

An immersive audio adventure for the whole family, leading you on a story walk through Endcliffe Park. Available in English and Arabic.

Over nine weeks, learn how to capture the human form and build your drawing skills.

Join Broomhall Life Drawing for relaxed community drawing sessions in Hillsborough Park.

Both Sides Now are back in Sheffield to mark the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic albums ever made: Blue. Join them as they pay homage to Blue alongside other tracks from Joni Mitchell’s illustrious career.

Sharrow Festival has been a special part of its local community since 1996. Join in the family-friendly celebration of the area's culture and diversity.

A monthly market by the water in the beautiful Victoria Quays. Bringing craft stalls, street food, craft beer and live music to the historic cobbles.

A festival of friendship with Palestine. Celebrate Palestinian resilience through culture, with dance performances, film screenings, exhibitions and more.

Two exhibitions of paintings of women, by artists with an uncompromising, female gaze. Opening evening Friday 10 June.

A snack-heavy family event with poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko. Join in silly games, pen a poem, and play some Beatles meets the Beastie Boys-style bangers. BYOB (bring your own biscuits!).

This Australian band rose to fame through the release of their single Smoko, a song about smoking breaks that went huge on Youtube. Their no-nonsense attitude and anthemic singalongs have gained celebrity fans including Alex Turner and Dave Grohl.

Non-traditional life drawing classes, aiming to spark new ideas through artist inspiration and set design. Join in this summer in Kelham Island.

A photography and writing project about places you love. With free workshops and an open call for entries for a digital publication.

A one-day shopping experience in the beautiful surroundings of Sheffield Cathedral. With more than 50 stalls from some of the best local producers, makers, designers and collectors.

An inner-city flower market. Taking over a corner of Castlegate one Sunday a month with plants, flowers, fresh produce and more – for a celebration of all things botanical.

Two days dedicated to drum and bass, house, bassline, and beyond. Lineup to be announced.

Delve into graphic novels further, or perhaps for the first time, at this relaxed social event.

A nine-week course, teaching you how to build depth, light and form in your drawing.

Learn to paint a human form and a portrait in this nine-week course.

Learn the basics of lino prints and develop your own style, with course tutor Dave Elsom.

Join an art historian to learn all about the techniques of painting employed by old and contemporary masters in this nine-week course.

Expand your skills in lino printing at this nine-week course at The Art House.

A seminal afrocentric spiritual jazz group led by alto and tenor saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, actor and tap dancer Idris Ackamoor. Formed 50 years ago and resurrected in 2007.

An exhibition telling the story of husband and wife artists Stephen Bone and Mary Adshead, and George and Babbie Blomfield. It also shows how other relationships and links with Sheffield have led to valuable contributions to the city’s collection.

A three-day summertime celebration of music.

Find out about how this iconic photograph of Sheffield's former Lord Mayor’s came about. Its photographer, Chris Saunders, and Magid Magid will discuss what image and identity mean to them.

Join Andro and Eve for a night of queer performance like no other. With performers from across the north of England, hosted by Rikki Beadle Blair.

A festival of live music and workshops, programmed by and for young people. Expect a selection of the most talented young musicians and producers in the city. Full weekend details to come soon!

Summer Nights don't get much better than this.

The Village Screen will be popping up in the grounds of Kenwood Hall for a local classic this August, alongside a silent disco.

Join the folks from Sheffield Creative Guild as they host two Makers’ Markets this spring and summer in Orchard Square. With stalls selling everything from pottery to prints, accessories to audio electronics, as well as family workshops.

Join the Village Screen in a beautiful outdoor setting for a cinematic classic along with a silent disco.

A summer's evening of classic cinema and silent disco in the grounds of Kenwood Hall.

An exciting showcase of live art and creativity in public spaces in the Cultural Industries Quarter. With impressive new work by nationally and internationally recognised artists, celebrating everything that makes Sheffield unique. More details soon.

Have fun with gardening activities and watch the interactive family-friendly musical Errol’s Garden.

A varied night of bands all united by their love of very, very loud noise. Expect everything from heavy, doom-laden sounds to psych-infused post-rock to math-rock. Earplugs advised. Raising funds for CRIBS International, supporting pregnant refugees.

Learn the skills you need to survive in the forest and break out of the outdoor escape room. For ages 11–15.

A fusion of psychedelia, desert rock and folk from an artist who's been called "the Hendrix of the Sahara." Singing primarily in Tamasheq, he covers topics such as imperialism, women’s rights, the natural world, and oppression of people from Niger.

RivelinCo's fun and exciting holiday club for children aged 7-10: take part in group games, puzzles and challenges on an outdoor adventure around Hillsborough Park.

Try out circus skills in Hillsborough Park with RivelinCo. For ages 11–15.

Irish singer-songwriter Conor J. O’Brien and his band specialise in soul-enriching, life-affirming music that straddles folk, chamber pop and indie rock. NME described their latest album as “woozy, psychedelic soul that conjures another world.”

RivelinCo's summer holiday club for children aged 7-10, full of fun, games, and adventures in Hillsborough Park!

Learn some of the skills you need to put a film together, and have a go at making your own. For ages 11–15.

A play about Joy Division and Manchester. New Dawn Fades tells the story of four ordinary lads who, inspired by the 1970s punk revolution, came together to form one of the most influential bands of all time.

An inspiring weekend of family-friendly activity looking into ideas around environmental, social and personal sustainability. With creative contributions from local community groups and environmentally conscious artists. More info coming soon.

"Forged in fire, set in steel." A three-dayer dedicated to bringing open-air rock back to the Don Valley.

Ten days to explore heritage treasures across the city.

An adaptation of Shakespeare’s raucous comedy, with integrated creative sign language, audio description and captioning. Besotted young couple Claudio and Hero are quickly engaged. But not everyone finds romance so straightforward.

A brand new multi-venue music festival for Sheffield. With Manchester art rock band Everything Everything, local psych and post-punk favourites Sister Wives, London dance-rock band Los Bitchos, and more.

A brass-fuelled party band led by trumpet player and composer Laura Jurd. With music influenced by Celtic folk traditions, the blues and a sprinkling of alt-rock.

Feed your mind with a series of fascinating and inspiring talks, exhibitions and events. Returning in September 2022 – dates and details coming soon.

Who are the people that represent Sheffield? From pioneers and performers to athletes and artists, this portrait exhibition celebrates the public figures connected with our city.

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

The political godfather of comedy.

At Milan’s police headquarters, Inspector Bertozzo interrogates the fraudster known only as The Maniac. Dario Fo’s 20th century classic is adapted by BAFTA-nominated comedy writer Tom Basden.

A weekend of bleeps, beats and sweaty grins. Bringing together music, visual art, and technology. Earlybird weekend passes on sale now.

Sheffield CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) know a thing or two about good beer, cider and perry. Join them for their 46th festival, alongside live music, street food, a bookshop and more.

Sheffield’s horror film festival. Getting you spooked just in time for Halloween.

Sheffield's annual festival of words.

Thomas Bateman was a pioneering Victorian antiquarian. Much of Sheffield's collections of local archaeology, minerals, ceramics, metalwork and fossils can be traced back to him. Explore Bateman’s legacy and the origins of civic museum collections.

A musical centred around Sheffield’s Park Hill, with music by the city’s own Richard Hawley. Read our review from its sell-out debut run in 2019, and book now for its return to the Crucible stage.