Throughout 2025, Showroom Cinema is celebrating the life and work of one of the great film artists with In Dreams. A retrospective of the late David Lynch’s screen dreams and visual nightmares.
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.
Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio
Tue. 11 November 2025 — Wed. 31 December 2025
Showroom
The most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious disappearance.
When Harry Met Sally
Wed. 31 December 2025
Showroom
A bittersweet screening to remember the incredible legacy of director Rob Reiner.
Best of 2025
Fri. 26 December 2025 — Thu. 8 January 2026
Showroom
A curated collection of some of the best titles of 2025. A mix of box office hits, under seen gems, stage on screen titles and much more to round out the year.
Marty Supreme
Fri. 26 December 2025 — Thu. 8 January 2026
Showroom
Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet), a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.
Sentimental Value
Fri. 26 December 2025 — Thu. 8 January 2026
Showroom
A successful stage actress reunites with her estranged father, a once-renowned film director planning a comeback with a script based on their family.
Mark Wallinger in Conversation with Sacha Craddock
Wed. 14 January 2026
Millennium Gallery
A screening of three films by Turner Prize–winning artist Mark Wallinger. Followed by a discussion and Q&A with Wallinger and art critic Sacha Craddock.
National Theatre Live: Hamlet
Thu. 22 January 2026 — Sat. 28 February 2026
Showroom
Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show – Immersive Screening
Sat. 28 February 2026
Showroom
The return of the Showroom and the University of Sheffield Horror Society's special immersive screening of the cult classic. In support of LGBTQ+ youth charity SAYiT.
Sheffield Adventure Film Festival
Fri. 20 March 2026 — Sun. 22 March 2026
Enjoy the great outdoors from the comfort of your seat. With some of the best new adventure films from around the world plus a spotlight on locally-made films. Come back soon for details of ShAFF 2026.
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.
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.
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.