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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.

Sheffield Heritage Fair

Sat. 24 January 2026 — Sun. 25 January 2026

Millennium Gallery

A celebration of Sheffield’s rich history, showcasing the work of key heritage groups from around the city in a weekend-long fair at the Millennium Gallery.

Lunchtime Talk: A Life in the Archives – Annie Hindle, Female Husband & Enigma

Tue. 10 February 2026

Weston Park Museum

Discover the fascinating life of an infamous trans-Atlantic drag king. SJ Cooper-Knock and Fiona Moorcroft are writing a play about Annie Hindle. Here they talk about the difficulties writers face pinning down 'facts' about queer historic figures.

The Log Books: Voices of Queer Britain and the Helpline that Listened

Wed. 11 February 2026

Sheffield Central Library

An intimate history of LGBTQ+ life over four decades, discovered in a stash of notes in the offices of queer helpline Switchboard. Brought together by Tash Walker and Adam Zmith, who share what they've learned from those on both sides of the calls.

An Evening of Edward Carpenter

Wed. 18 February 2026

Sheffield Central Library

An evening of discussion and debate around socialist, poet and philosopher Edward Carpenter (1844–1929). Exploring Carpenter's work and views on sexuality and gender non-conformity, history, class, and the environment.

Lunchtime Talk: Queer Sheffield Part 2

Tue. 24 February 2026

Weston Park Museum

Following last year’s popular lunchtime talk exploring the city's queer past, SAYiT’s Fiona Moorcroft returns to Weston Park Museum for another journey down the streets of historic Sheffield.

Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story

Wed. 25 February 2026

Sheffield Central Library

A documentary about 1960s soul singer Jackie Shane, telling the story of a life of eclipsed stardom and trailblazing trans musical history. Hosted by Sheffield Libraries and Sheffield DocFest.

Desi Fest Sheffield Mela

Sun. 2 August 2026

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, stalls and more.

Sheffield Heritage Open Days

Fri. 11 September 2026 — Sun. 20 September 2026

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.