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

Photos by Adva Photography

Founded in 2015, Festival of Debate is an annual series of panel discussions, debates, Q&As, artistic responses and other public events in Sheffield, exploring politics, economics and society. It’s coordinated in collaboration with partners across the city, from grassroots campaign groups to community groups to cultural institutions.

Come back soon for details of Festival of Debate 2025.

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The Stand

Wed. 18 June 2025 — Fri. 20 June 2025

Director Auchter, a member of the Haida Nation, reconstructs the 1985 story of his community struggling against a logging company – a resistance rooted in Haida spirituality, which made it clear that they'd protect their land for future generations.

The Future Is Signed: How to Be a Good Deaf Ally

Fri. 20 June 2025

Crucible Theatre

Actor/director Nyle DiMarco speaks with hearing and deaf filmmakers about the recent surge of content celebrating deaf experiences and the work that hearing people can do in solidarity. Supported by LumoTV, the world’s only deaf commissioning body.

Sheffield Home of Football Guided Walks

Multiple dates

Take a fascinating stroll around Sheffield city centre, as you explore the stories of how the modern game of football emerged in Sheffield and the early pioneers of the global game.

Our Land

Sat. 21 June 2025 — Mon. 23 June 2025

The Right to Roam movement organised mass trespasses to increase public access to natural resources, specifically the countryside. However, England’s landowners claim to be the stewards of the land. The film challenges age-old beliefs about property.