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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.

The Longest Year: The Miners' Strike at 40

Sat. 1 March 2025 — Thu. 27 March 2025

Showroom

The Showroom presents a mini season of films and events marking the end of the miners’ strike, the largest industrial dispute the UK has ever seen.

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.

Park Hill Tour – Walk the Streets in the Sky

Multiple dates

Park Hill

Park Hill Residents’ Association invite you on a resident-led tour to walk along the Streets in the Sky, where you'll learn about the history of Sheffield's brutalist icon.

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.

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.

Festival of Debate: Should Museums Return Objects?

Wed. 30 April 2025

Weston Park Museum

An evening discussion exploring what historic acquisitions mean for museums and how they should be approached today.

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.

Sheffield Heritage Open Days

Fri. 12 September 2025 — Sun. 21 September 2025

Ten days to explore heritage treasures across the city.

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.