What's On in Sheffield
Sheffield has a fantastic programme of vibrant events and festivals all year round, from international sporting fixtures and summer music festivals to world-renowned theatre and exhibitions.
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2024
Sheffield's Big Events and 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 and drink celebrations, outdoor markets and lots of family fun, see what's happening throughout the year.
Upcoming events...
Sheffield festivals for spring and early summer...
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.
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.
Tramlines
One of the UK’s longest running, city-based music festivals and a highlight in Sheffield’s music calendar, Tramlines takes place at Hillsborough Park, in July each year.
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.
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.
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
Held in Sheffield's Botanical Gardens each September, Art in the Gardens is arguably the largest outdoor art market in the North of England, with artists, craft makers and visitors coming from across the UK.
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Markets
See selected highlights of just some of the many markets taking place in Sheffield.
All events
There is a huge range and variety of events going on all over Sheffield. Browse through everything we have listed.
Family events
Fun events for all the family to enjoy.
Gigs
From intimate pub gigs to arena crowds and outdoor festivals, there's lots of live music to be enjoyed in Sheffield, across all genres.
Comedy
It's far from grim up North. Have a look through some of the comedy events coming up in Sheffield and see if anything tickles your fancy.
Concerts
Classical, opera, jazz - there's always something going on… Check out our list of upcoming concerts across the city.
Major events
Find out about all the biggest events going on in Sheffield.
Outdoor events
Seeing as Sheffield is The Outdoor City, there's always plenty going on in the great outdoors.
Sports events
It's not just football going in Sheffield (though we've got plenty of that). There's also ice hockey, rugby, mountain biking, roller derby - you name it, we've probably got it.
Theatre
Sheffield boasts the largest theatre complex outside of London - plus there's a wealth of smaller local theatres and a thriving independent scene. There just isn't enough time to see it all.
Look Up!
Look Up is turning the rooftops of some of Sheffield's most iconic buildings into a FREE, augmented reality art gallery.
Fans of Pokemon Go will love this! Simply download the app (available for IOS and Android) and head out to one of four locations in the city centre where you'll find a Look Up portal, Scan the QR code and then wait for the magic to happen.
What will you see? We don't want to ruin the surprise...
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