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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.
The festival is taking a break in 2026 – come back for details of the 2027 event.
A celebration of fiercely independent filmmaking, showcasing raw, bold and passionate films from around the world.
Sheffield's festival of books, words and ideas, taking place each October. Come back soon for our highlights from the writer talks, workshops and events in the 2026 programme.
A special tour exploring the lives of women – rich and poor – who are buried in, or connected to, Sheffield General Cemetery.
How do we decide what water is worth? In this talk, Professor Julia Martin-Ortega will explore what economics can contribute to addressing water challenges, and why tackling the climate crisis may require us to rethink how we value nature.
