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

Sheffield Indie Book Festival

Sat. 25 April 2026 — Sun. 26 April 2026

A new indie book festival for Sheffield is coming in 2026.

Sheffield Indie Book Festival will celebrate stories, and the shops and publishers who keep them alive.

From the folk behind La Biblioteka, Juno Books, Hillsborough Bookshop, Novel, Graphic Novel Reading Room, Rhyme and Reason, Kelham Island Books and Music, Next Chapter, and Porter Bookshop.

Save the dates 25–26 April 2026 for now – more info about tickets, venues and the programme will be available soon.

Keep an eye on their Instagram for updates.

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Writers Day 2026

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Channing Hall, 45 Surrey Street, S1 2LG

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Rhyme and Reason

For over two decades this colourful, charming shop has specialised in books for children. In recent years it’s expanded into a place where adults too can treat themselves to a new read.

Steel City Beer & Cider Festival

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Sheffield CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) know a thing or two about good beer, cider and perry. Join them for their 50th edition in 2026 – dates and details to be confirmed.

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.