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

What's On

Our Sheffield culture calendar. Filled with picks of the city’s arts, culture and heritage events, both in-person and virtual. Plus reviews and festival guides.

Summer Love Open House

Sun. 14 June 2026

Victoria, 1 Rowland Street, Neepsend, S3 8DE

Join Victoria, The Mowbray and The Chimney House for their annual summer gathering of inspiration and beauty at their Summer Love wedding and events open house.

E.D.E.N. Film Club

Multiple dates

A monthly online space for LGBTQIA+ filmmakers to form connections, support each other, collaborate and learn. Open to all filmmakers – from no experience to professionals. Run by Frit Tam and Claire Watkinson, hosted by E.D.E.N Film Productions.

Kelham Pride

Sat. 20 June 2026

Kelham Island

A parade and street party, celebrating and bringing together the local LGBTQ+ community and their allies. With live musicians, DJs, drag performers, comedians, family-friendly activities, fringe events, and more.

The Actors Works Performance Skills Class – Poetry

Sat. 20 June 2026

Zag Yoga, Unit 14, Harland Works, 70 John St, S2 4QU

Play with different approaches to performing together with others.

Unherd Jam Night

Multiple dates

Mary St Live, 95 Mary Street, S1 4RT

A new multi-genre music jam night in Sheffield city centre.

The Actors Works Play Reading: The House of Bernarda Alba

Sat. 4 July 2026

Unit 13, Harland Works, 70 John St, S2 4QU

Join The Actors Works for a reading of a play by Federico Garcia Lorca.

Wild Traditions

Multiple dates

The Gathering Ground, Hillsborough Park, S6 4HD

Soundpost's monthly concert, tunes and singing sessions. Launching with acoustic and slide guitar player Martin Simpson, followed by queer folk.

Hidden Track

Multiple dates

The Beaten Track, 44–46 Campo Lane, S1 2DE

A free monthly contemporary classical music night. Half programmed performances, followed by a jam for both experienced and new improvisers alike.

The Actors Works Movement Class

Multiple dates

Zag Yoga, Unit 14, Harland Works, 70 John Street, S2 4QU

Connect to your body with thorough stretching, swinging and tension release exercises.

Desi Fest Sheffield Mela

Sun. 2 August 2026

Firth Park, S5 6HE

A festival promoting diversity, unity and community spirit, shining a spotlight on cultural traditions of the South Asian community. With live music and dance, activities for young people, exhibitions and demos, fun fair rides, stalls and more.

Graves Park Food Festival

Sat. 29 August 2026 — Mon. 31 August 2026

Graves Park, Hemsworth Road, S8 8LJ

A family-friendly celebration of international food, independent drink, live music, arts and charity – all taking place in the biggest park in Sheffield. Expect stalls, bars, chef demos, children's entertainment and lots more.

Nether Edge Festival

Sat. 12 September 2026 — Sun. 20 September 2026

Nine days of vibrant arts and culture around Nether Edge. Immerse yourself in music, dance, food, drink, drama, books, art, walks, talks and more.