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

Pint of Science Festival

Mon. 18 May 2026 — Wed. 20 May 2026

Three nights of science fun.

Discover the latest science research from University of Sheffield academics when Pint of Science returns this May. They'll each take their research out of the lab and into pubs, bars and creative spaces for a series of fascinating talks, demonstrations and live experiments.

Info for Pint of Science Festival 2026 coming soon.

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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.

Lisa O'Hara

Doodles and designs inspired by all things curious and creepy, funny and folklore. Here the illustrator and graphic designer chats goggle eyes and gargoyles.

Rae de Soleil

A firm fixture on Sheffield's poetry scene, weaving the ills of society and its oppression within each word and unravelling the personal-political.

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.