Sheffield's Big Events & Festivals 2024
2024 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield.
From large music festivals and international sporting events to food & drink celebrations, outdoor markets and lots of family fun, see what's happening throughout the year and get planning a 2024 weekend adventure in our Outdoor City.
Events coming up...
Phlegm: Pandemic Diary
Work by one of Sheffield’s most popular artists, Phlegm is set be celebrated at this new exhibition, running at the Millennium Gallery, Saturday 13 January - Sunday 7 July. Pandemic Diaries showcases a spectacular series of over 60 drawings made throughout the 2020 lockdown.
Fan City Sheffield
Get ready for Fan City, the newest fan zone coming to the heart of Sheffield this summer. Not only offering a great match day experience for the Euros 2024, but also live music, family activities and film screenings throughout June/July.
Chariots of Fire
A heart-pounding new production set to a soaring musical score, adapted from the Oscar-winning movie by Mike Bartlett and directed by Robert Hastie - see Chariots of Fire on the Crucible stage in Sheffield, 6 - 27 July.
Sheffield Pinknic 2024
Sheffield's biggest LGBTQ+ event, Pinknic is back in the Peace Gardens for 2024, taking place on Saturday 13 July, with a host of live music, entertainment and stalls.
Goldsmiths North 2024
An annual summer fair in Sheffield, bringing the finest contemporary Silverware & Jewellery to the North of England.
90s Fest Super Bowl
90s ravers are you ready? The UK's biggest 90's festival returns to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl for another huge day of partying on Saturday 13 July, bringing a whole host of nostalgic live acts and DJs.
Sheffield Grand Prix 2024
Bringing competitive cycling back to the streets of Sheffield's city centre , Sheffield Grand Prix is back on Wednesday 17 July. The event will once again be part of the British Cycling National Circuit Race Series, attracting the UK’s top teams and riders.
Bassfest 2024
Bringing some of the biggest names in bass for a weekend of high-octane partying, Bassfest returns to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl 20 - 21 July.
Tramlines 2024
Sheffield’s biggest party! Tramlines returns to Hillsborough Park 26 -28 July for their 16th edition.
The Fringe Stage at Devonshire Green 2024
Once again, Devonshire Green in Sheffield's city centre will be home to The Fringe Stage- a family-friendly area, with loads of live music from a wide variety of genres 27 - 28 July.
The Other Festival at Sidney and Matilda
A free-entry weekend of the best alternative music on offer in Sheffield and beyond, 26 -28 July. No ticket required, just come along for a wide array of bands, singers, DJs and more.
Sheffield by the Seaside
Grab your buckets and spades as the seaside returns to Sheffield's Peace Gardens this summer, with a whole host of FREE family fun, 25 July - 26 August.
Sheffield Bricktropolis
The bricks (LEGO ones) are back this summer! Head to Sheffield city centre 3 - 18 August, for a new Sheffield Bricktropolis adventure. It's going to be wild!
The Village Screen Outdoor Cinema at Kenwood Hall
The Village Screen return to the leafy grounds Sheffield's Kenwood Hall Hotel for an awesome weekend, with a silent disco, classic outdoor cinema and delicious street food & drinks, 9 - 11 August.
Sheffield Fayre 2024
Celebrating its 21st year! A fantastic day out for all of the family in one of Sheffield’s most wonderful parks, Sheffield Fayre returns on Bank Holiday Monday 26 August 2024.
Rock N Roll Circus 2024
Expect the unexpected as the Rock N Roll Circus return's to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl in Summer 2024! Taking place over the weekend of 29 - 31 August, the 2024 lineup includes Richard Hawley, Becky Hill and Milburn, along with a whole load of amazing support acts.
Art in the Gardens
Taking place Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September 2024 in Sheffield's stunning Botanical Gardens, Art in the Gardens is one of the largest outdoor art markets in the North of England, with artists, craft makers and visitors coming from across the UK.
Sheffield Heritage Open Days 2024
Part of the nationwide celebrations, Sheffield’s biggest festival of heritage and culture takes place between 6 - 15 September with over 100 FREE tours, walks, exhibitions and events.
Sheffield 10K 2024
Sheffield 10K is set to take place on Sunday 29 September, with thousands of runners of all abilities taking part.
Festival of the Mind 2024
Taking place 19 -29 September, Festival of the Mind is a biennial celebration of world-class research, showcasing collaborative projects produced by academics from the University of Sheffield and artistic talent from Sheffield's creative industries.
Popcorn TV, Film & Comic Con
Popcorn is a vibrant, multi-genre comic con where fans gather to get geeky over pop culture! Popcorn features panels, celeb appearances, photo ops, merchandise & trader market, cosplay competition, and exhibits. Pop into Popcorn!
Float Along Festival 2024
Back for their third year, Float Along festival makes a welcome return to Sheffield on Saturday 28 September, with another encompassing mix of post-punk and psychedelic rock, as well as the best in indie and alternative music.
Sensoria 2024
A celebration of a city and its music, film, art and electronica, Sensoria festival's 17th edition will once again bring live events and exhibitions to iconic venues across Sheffield, 3 - 6 October.
No Bounds 2024
No Bounds is thrilled to announce their 7th edition this year to be held across 11 venues in the heart of Sheffield & Rotherham, UK.
Off The Shelf Festival of Words 2024
Sheffield's annual festival celebrating books, words and ideas, is one of the UK’s largest literary festivals. Taking place 17 27 October, the festival will be bringing some of the biggest names in literary talent, media and the arts to South Yorkshire.
Les Misérables - The Arena Spectacular
Les Misérables - The Arena Spectacular embarks on a World Tour from September 2024, opening with a strictly limited run of UK dates, that will bring this beloved musical phenomenon to Sheffield's Utilita Arena 10 - 13 October.
Steel City Beer and Cider Festival 2024
The annual beer and cider festival hosted by the Campaign for Real Ale in Sheffield, offers a massive selection of the best beer, cider and perry, plus live music and street food. They'll be back at Kelham Island Museum again 16 - 19 October.
Celluloid Screams 2024
Sheffield's annual Horror Film Festival, celebrating the best in classic and contemporary horror cinema! Celluloid Screams will host another weekend of big screen scares at the Showroom Cinema 24 - 27 October.
Autumn Lights at Don Valley Bowl
Autumn Lights returns to Don Valley Bowl for their fireworks fiesta on Bonfire Night Tuesday 5 November. Alongside Sheffield's biggest fireworks display, there will live music, DJ, fire/ light performers, laser shows, fun fair and street food.
