A weekend of left-wing politics and culture. With discussions on local, national and international issues, plus a party.
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 Transformed Festival
Fri. 28 November 2025 — Sun. 30 November 2025
SADACCA, 48 Wicker, S3 8JB
Gaslight Melodramas: Murderous Men and Persecuted Women!
Wed. 15 October 2025 — Wed. 3 December 2025
Showroom
The origin of the term ‘gaslighting’ dates back well before the internet made it commonplace. This series of talks and screenings in the Showroom's Film Studies programme will look at four films from the 1940s in this rich vein of murder melodramas.
Too Much: Melodrama on Film
Wed. 15 October 2025 — Thu. 4 December 2025
Showroom
A season celebrating the visual and emotional excess of melodrama in film – from the silent era to the present day.
Sheffield General Cemetery History Tour
Multiple dates
Sheffield General Cemetery
Join the volunteers from Sheffield General Cemetery Trust for a fascinating glimpse into Sheffield's Victorian past. Their guided tours of this Grade II* listed historic site tend to run on the first Sunday of the month.
Zodiac Killer Project + Director Q&A
Sun. 7 December 2025
Showroom
Having tried and failed to make a true crime documentary, filmmaker Charlie Shackleton tells tells the story of his abandoned film. The film is a lesson in creative frustration and a hilarious critique of a genre at saturation point.
The Marbles + Director Q&A
Mon. 8 December 2025
Showroom
A documentary examining one of history's most controversial cultural disputes: the removal of the Parthenon Marbles, and the ongoing campaign to return them to Greece. Followed by a director Q&A hosted by art historian Rae Hesketh.
Celebrating 150 Years of Weston Park Museum
Weston Park Museum
This summer, join one of our city’s best-loved museums as it kicks off celebrations for its 150th anniversary. Including chance to play retro games, build a giant 3D map of the city, create decorations for the museum's big birthday party, and more.
Making Our Own Table: African Theatre and Performance in the UK
Mon. 2 February 2026
Utopia Creative Hub, 11 Rockingham Gate, S1 4JD
Join Utopia Theatre for their new symposium-style event. You can be a part of an inspiring exchange amongst local, regional and international creatives and academics.
Sheffield Beer Week
7 days of beery fun. With brewery tours and tastings, beer and food pairings, pub walks, workshops tap takeovers, and more. Held each March – come back soon for details of Sheffield Beer Week 2026.
Pint of Science Festival
Mon. 18 May 2026 — Wed. 20 May 2026
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 Pint of Science Festival 2026 coming soon.
Kelham Pride
Sat. 20 June 2026
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, family-friendly activities, fringe events, and more. Stay tuned for Kelham Pride 2026 details.
Crossed Wires Festival
Thu. 2 July 2026 — Sun. 5 July 2026
Bringing some of the UK's top names in podcasting from your headphones to the stage for one weekend. Come back soon for details of Crossed Wires 2026.
Sheffield Heritage Open Days
Fri. 11 September 2026 — Sun. 20 September 2026
Ten days to explore heritage treasures across the city.
Festival of the Mind
A biennial festival of new ideas. Bringing together the city's creative community and its academic minds through exhibitions, talks, screenings, performances and more. Stay tuned for dates and details for the next Festival of the Mind in autumn 2026.
Festival of Debate
Get informed, inspired and filled with ideas for positive change. With talks on big social, political, environmental and economic issues. The festival is taking a break in 2026 – come back for details of the 2027 event.