So much happens in Sheffield every week! 


This is our comprehensive event listing page for every single event that gets submitted to our website - from small workshops and community events to international sporting fixtures and citywide festivals.

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Alternatively, visit our What's On page for seasonal highlights and roundups of the bigger events happening in Sheffield. 

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Edu-Play

A stay and play group for pre-school children (3-5 yrs) delivered by a qualified teacher.

06 Nov 2025 - 06 Nov 2026
Flyer for Edu-Play Sheffield promoting a pre-school “Stay, Play & Learn” session for ages 3–5. The design features colourful stacked books listing activities: “Mark Making & Early Writing,” “Maths,” “Creative Arts & Crafts,” “Physical Development,” “Reading,” “Phonics,” “Story Time,” and “And Much More.” Includes QR code for booking and website eduplay.uk, with playful icons like dice, pencils, and balls on a light blue background.

The Magical Winterland at Meadowhall

Step into a world of festive wonder at Meadowhall’s Magical Winterland, running 21 November - 4 January, with an Après Bar, family fairground rides, Winter Spectacular Circus and an immersive grotto experience.

21 Nov 2025 - 04 Jan 2026
The Magical Winterland logo artwork

Glow Quest at Sheffield Cathedral

An illuminating adventure inside Sheffield Cathedral running alongside Light Up Sheffield, 5 - 14 December.

05 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2025
Colorful promotional graphic with the words “Glow Quest” in bright neon green and blue lettering centered on a dark background. Surrounding the text are vibrant splashes of yellow and pink paint, glowing neon light trails, and a hand holding multicoloured glow sticks on the left side.

Aladdin at the Lyceum Theatre

This year's spectacular, fun-filled, family pantomime in the Lyceum Theatre is Aladdin! Starring Strictly superstar, Kevin Clifton, CBeebies' favourite, Evie Pickerill and Sheffield legend Damian Williams, 5 December - 4 January.

05 Dec 2025 - 04 Jan 2026
The cast of the Lyceum Panto Aladdin pose in a group shot with arms wide and joyful expressions

Christmas Grotto 2025

Meet Santa & enjoy the festive fun! Come along for magical holiday activities the whole family will love!

06 Dec 2025 - 23 Dec 2025
Festive Christmas Grotto poster with colorful holiday lights, Santa, Mrs. Claus, and cheerful characters in winter outfits. Text promotes activities like writing letters to Santa, crafting elf shoes, and creating Naughty or Nice certificates. Event dates: Dec 6, 13, 20; Dec 22, 23 (11am–4pm) and Dec 24 (10am–12:30pm). £5 per child includes a gift, fun activities, and photo with Santa. Tickets available at Sweet Shack.

Christmas Grotto 2025

Meet Santa & enjoy the festive fun! Come a long for magical holiday activities the whole family will love!

06 Dec 2025 - 24 Dec 2025
Colorful Christmas Grotto poster with festive illustrations of Santa, elves, and holiday lights. Text promotes activities like writing letters to Santa, crafting elf shoes, and creating Naughty or Nice certificates. Event dates: Dec 6, 13, 20; Dec 22, 23 (11am–4pm) and Dec 24 (10am–12:30pm). £5 per child includes gift, fun activities, and photo with Santa. Tickets available at Sweet Shack.

Magical Christmas Experience at the Tropical Butterfly House

Unwrap the magic of Christmas at the Tropical Butterfly House Wildlife Conservation Park with a brand-new festive experience, spreading festive cheer across all weekends 6 - 24 December.

06 Dec 2025 - 24 Dec 2025
A person in a Grinch costume holding a candy cane.

Erig the Earwig Book Launch and Bug Hunt in the Winter Garden

Celebrate the launch of the new Erig the Earwig children’s book with a free bug hunt, lucky dip, and bug-themed art in the Winter Garden!

07 Dec 2025 11:00 - 16:00
Festive poster for “The Further Adventures of Erig the Earwig” book launch on Sunday 7th December, 11am–4pm at Winter Gardens, Sheffield. Includes cartoon earwigs in Santa hats, event details, QR code, and tags for pre-order and free activities.

NVM Festive Social

Come along on the 11th December for a Festive Social with games, gifts and crafting, including a unique workshop with local artist Tom J Newell. Come and celebrate the holidays the NVM way!

11 Dec 2025 18:30 - 21:30
Promotional image for the National Videogame Museum’s Festive Social event. Includes photos of people playing games and chatting, alongside a bright red graphic with pixel art baubles and text: “Festive Social – Thursday 11th December. Join us for a night of games, gifts and crafting.”

Paddington Bear’s First Concert at Christmas

Join the Sheffield Philharmonic Orchestra for a magical festive treat, perfect for families and children of all ages, taking place at Victoria Hall on Saturday 13 December.

13 Dec 2025 12:00 - 13:00
A woman in a red outfit and a Santa hat conducts an orchestra.
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