Exhibitions in Sheffield

With such a fantastic array of museums and galleries in Sheffield (many of which are free to visit) you'll never be short of interesting exhibitions to explore in the city.

While there are some fascinating permanent exhibitions in the city, which are available to peruse all-year round, here you'll find listings for temporary exhibitions in Sheffield which are only available for a limited amount of time- catch them before they're gone! 

Exhibition listings

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The Boy with a Leg Named Brian: Memoirs by Pete McKee

This major new exhibition takes visitors on a nostalgia-filled journey through the childhood of one of Sheffield best-loved artists, Pete McKee.

29 Nov 2024 - 02 Nov 2025

Anatomy at Sheffield: from scalpel to virtual dissection and beyond

Human Anatomy is the study of structures like muscles, vessels, nerves and bones to understand how our bodies function. The study of Anatomy has been at the core of understanding of what makes us human.

10 Feb 2025 - 15 Jun 2025

Imaginary Energy

An abstract art exhibition exploring the theme of imaginary energy.

13 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025

Knights to Blue Lights

Discover the evolution of policing, from medieval knights to modern drones and surveillance. Explore the history of armour, including its use in nature and meet amazing armoured animals.

15 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025

Sheffield Orchid Show and Exotic Plant Fair

A festival of amazing orchids and stunning exotic plants.

01 Mar 2025 10:00 - 16:00

Wedding Fayre

Meet the friendly team at Sheffield Manor Lodge, see their stunning venue and find your perfect Wedding Day suppliers!

02 Mar 2025 13:00 - 16:00

Lights, Sirens, Action!

Visit the National Emergency Services Museum for a weekend of film and TV, exploring emergency services on screen, items from our collection featured in media, and the equipment and special effects they use.

08 Mar 2025 - 09 Mar 2025

Sheffield Street Art Walk - PM

Sunday 9 March- 1pm: Kelham Island and Neepsend are major hubs of Sheffield’s thriving official Street Art scene. This walk features roughly 70 exhibits.

09 Mar 2025 13:05 - 15:00

Sheffield Street Art Walk- AM

Sunday 9 March- 11am: Kelham Island and Neepsend are major hubs of Sheffield’s thriving official Street Art scene. This walk features roughly 70 exhibits.

09 Mar 2025 11:05 - 13:00

Sheffield Comic Con

Coming to Sheffield's Ponds Forge International Centre on Saturday 22 March, this will be a great day for families, sci-fi collectors, fans, and every other kind of Comic Con Fan!

22 Mar 2025 10:00 - 16:00
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