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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.

Clothes Swap, Repair Shop

Sun. 27 April 2025

Sheffield Artist Maker Exchange, 108 Prospect Road, Heeley, S2 3EN

Sheffield Artist Maker Exchange invite you to clear out your wardrobe and mend those holey socks. Bring something along, and stay to learn some mending techniques or try block printing.

Medieval Mayhem

Sun. 4 May 2025 — Mon. 5 May 2025

Manor Lodge

A bank holiday weekend of medieval fun.

Late: Thinking in Colour

Thu. 8 May 2025

Millennium Gallery

Discover a thought-provoking, after-hours event with a difference. Explore the galleries with a fresh perspective and try out some new ideas in conversation with others as you investigate the concept of colour together.

Kelham Pride

Sat. 21 June 2025

Kelham Island

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

Midsummer Festival

Sun. 22 June 2025

Hillsborough Park, Parkside Road, S6 2AB

A huge celebration of creativity and community. With youth theatre performances, Ukrainian folk music, collaborative weaving and Romani dance. Plus games, football, cycling, puppetry, circus, gardening and food and drink, maker stalls, and lots more.

Key Of She Jam Night

Multiple dates

Gut Level

A music improvisation jam for women and minority genders.

Sheffield Mela

Sun. 3 August 2025

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, and more.