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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.

Film Studies - Looking back at Pedro Almodóvar, Pedro Almodóvar looking back

Wed. 21 January 2026 — Wed. 18 March 2026

Showroom

A course celebrating one of the most important and influential contemporary Spanish filmmakers. Showing how, despite his reputation for beautiful films and whimsical stories, Almodóvar also addresses Spain’s Civil War and dictatorship.

Awards Season

Wed. 11 February 2026 — Thu. 19 March 2026

Showroom

From Leo DiCaprio as a retired revolutionary to vampires in America, Chalamet as a cut throat ping pong protégé, the tragedy that inspired Shakespeare's greatest work, and a family confronting their history – this awards season has it all.

Resurrection

Fri. 13 March 2026 — Thu. 19 March 2026

In the future, humanity has surrendered its ability to dream, in exchange for immortality. Unfolding through a series of film genres, this work of staggering imagination from Bi Gan (Long Day's Journey Into Night) explores our most human desires.

Scarlet

Fri. 13 March 2026 — Thu. 19 March 2026

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

Waking in a mysterious afterlife after failing to avenge her father's death, a sword-wielding princess is shown the possibility of a future free from the cycle of hatred. A time-bending animated adventure from director Mamoru Hosoda (Belle).

Sheffield Adventure Film Festival

Fri. 20 March 2026 — Sun. 22 March 2026

Showroom

Enjoy the great outdoors from the comfort of your seat. Our highlights for ShAFF 2026 include films on an Afghan ski community and a pioneering rock climbing couple. Plus a kit-repurposing workshop, breathwork, abseiling and a city-centre sauna.

Sirat

Fri. 27 February 2026 — Mon. 23 March 2026

Showroom

A father and his young son arrive at a rave deep in the mountains of southern Morocco, searching for daughter/sister Mar. An unconventional, tense and gripping experience in sight and sound, where the journey is more important than the destination.

Pink Narcissus

Tue. 24 March 2026

Showroom

Crafted over seven years, James Bidgood's 1971 underground masterpiece is a kaleidoscopic fever dream of queer desire and sexual awakening. A meditation on beauty, desire and self-reflection that is a landmark of both experimental and queer cinema.

Arco

Fri. 20 March 2026 — Thu. 26 March 2026

The friendship between two children from different eras delivers hope for our future, with a warning about our failure to preserve our environment. An enchanting animated time-travelling adventure from director and comic artist Ugo Bienvenu.

Midnight Marauders 2026

Fri. 23 January 2026 — Fri. 27 March 2026

Showroom

Midnight Marauders is the Showroom's late night screening series, often taking place on the last Friday of each month. Bcause some films just need to be watched late at night.

The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme

Mon. 16 February 2026 — Fri. 27 March 2026

Showroom

The UK’s largest Japanese film festival comes on tour to Sheffield's Showroom. The 2026 theme is Knowing Me, Knowing You – The True Self in Japanese Cinema. With a mix of powerful social crime dramas, gender-defining films, fantasy, and horror.

Preview: Bring Me The Horizon: L.I.V.E. in São Paulo

Tue. 17 March 2026 — Sun. 29 March 2026

Showroom

A live immersive virtual experiment capturing the band's biggest headline show to date.

The Lord of the Rings - All Night Marathon

Sat. 28 March 2026 — Sun. 29 March 2026

Showroom

One marathon to rule them all! Experience all three EXTENDED EDITION films in the trilogy, in one night at the Showroom.

Celluloid Screams presents: A Nightmare on Elm Street - All Night Marathon

Sat. 28 March 2026 — Sun. 29 March 2026

Showroom

Are you ready for Freddy? Celluloid Screams and Showroom Cinema proudly present a bumper edition of their now-traditional spring all-nighter event.

Exhibition on Screen: Turner & Constable

Tue. 10 March 2026 — Tue. 31 March 2026

Showroom

Celebrating the 250th anniversary of their births, this new documentary explores Turner and Constable’s intertwined lives and legacies alongside the groundbreaking Tate exhibition.

Born in Flames (1983) - 16mm film screening

Sat. 4 April 2026

CADS, Arley Street, Sheffield, S2 4QP

Reel Steel present the prescient Born in Flames (1983), in its original 16mm format.

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.

National Theatre Live: All My Sons

Thu. 16 April 2026 — Thu. 30 April 2026

Showroom

Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play. Coming to the cinema screen from the West End.

Plantation

Fri. 20 February 2026 — Sun. 17 May 2026

Site Gallery

"A necessary reminder of just how much Britain depends on love and labour from immigrants, and a warning of the dangers of exploitation and extraction – everywhere." Read more in our review of Rehana Zaman's exhibition, by Wemmy Ogunyankin.

Exploring Cocteau's The Human Voice

Mon. 18 May 2026

Showroom

Ahead of the performance on Tuesday evening, a panel of music and film experts explore the Jean Cocteau masterpiece that gave rise to Poulenc’s adaptation, La Voix Humaine.

Exhibition on Screen: Frida Kahlo

Tue. 19 May 2026 — Sun. 31 May 2026

Showroom

A journey through the life of a true icon. Discover her art, and uncover the story of her rebellious, passionate life. With new material from the curators of the groundbreaking Tate Modern exhibition Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon.

Sheffield DocFest

Wed. 10 June 2026 — Mon. 15 June 2026

Showroom

The world of documentary film descends on Sheffield each June. With fascinating factual films, innovative storytelling exhibitions and inspiring talks. Come back soon for our guide to the 2026 festival.

Children's Media Conference

Tue. 7 July 2026 — Thu. 9 July 2026

Showroom

The UK’s premier event for everyone in kids TV, media and entertainment. With a free exhibition, Playground, bringing together interactive digital art and maker activities for children to play with.

Star Man: David Bowie on Screen

Fri. 9 January 2026 — Thu. 30 July 2026

Showroom

Remembering the legendary David Bowie 10 years on from his unexpected death, Showroom presents a season showcasing his diverse on-screen career, from Goblin King to suave advertising exec.

Spirit of Independence Film Festival

Fri. 25 September 2026 — Sun. 27 September 2026

The Light, The Moor, S1 4PF

A celebration of fiercely independent filmmaking, showcasing raw, bold and passionate films from around the world.

Festival of the Mind

A biennial festival of new ideas. Bringing together the city's creative community and its academic minds through exhibitions, talks, screenings, performances and more. Stay tuned for dates and details for the next Festival of the Mind in autumn 2026.

Sensoria

Thu. 22 October 2026 — Sun. 25 October 2026

Sheffield's festival of film and music. Expect a truly unique mix of performance, live film scores, screenings, exhibitions, and music industry activity. Come back soon for details of the Sensoria 2026 lineup.

Celluloid Screams

Showroom

Sheffield’s horror film festival returns every October – getting you spooked just in time for Halloween. Come back closer to the time for details of Celluloid Screams 2026.