===== Sheffield Events ===== by alifeee ~~ alifeee.net ~~ last updated: Tue 18 Aug 2026 04:02:41 AM UTC https://github.com/alifeee/sheffield-events/ ============================ 20 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2026 Lord of the Dance - 30th Anniversary Lord of the Dance, the global phenomenon that redefined Irish dance, is set to return to the UK in 2026 to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a new tour. This milestone event promises to be a grand celebration of the production’s legacy, captivating over 60 million fans in 60 countries since its debut in 1996. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/lord-of-the-dance-30th-anniversary-sheffield-city-hall/ 20 Aug 2026 09:30 - 12:30 Summer Holiday Sewing Fun: Make a Water Bottle Holder – adult & older child session Sew together this summer. Designed for adult and older child pairs (aged 10+), this hands-on machine sewing session is a chance to get creative and learn new skills together. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/summer-holiday-sewing-fun-make-a-water-bottle-holder-adult-older-child-session-2/ 20 Aug 2026 10:00 - 11.15 Tuning In: Summer Specials Join Concerteenies for Tuning In Summer Specials; music sessions designed for children who experience the world a little differently. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/tuning-in-summer-specials-1/ 20 Aug 2026 12:00 - 19:00 Sheffield Futures Community Day Games, workshops, music, food, a photobooth and more! This year’s Community Day hosts a packed programme of wellbeing, creativity and fun in a lively, welcoming space. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/sheffield-futures-community-day/ 20 Aug 2026 14:30 - 16:15 Teen Chef! Summer Holiday Cooking Club! Join the Teen Chef Holiday Cooking Club! https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/teen-chef-summer-holiday-cooking-club-4/ 20 Aug 2026 18:30 Park Hill Tours - Walk the Streets in the Sky Explore a brutalist icon and its bold reinvention https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/park-hill-tours-walk-the-streets-in-the-sky-22/ 20 Aug 2026 19:00 - 23:00 Dylan Earl live @ Alder Dylan Earl returns for the second time to perform his gritty and forward-thinking country with sharp humour and a rebellious streak. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/dylan-earl-live-alder/ 20 Aug 2026 20:00 Sheffield Wednesday v Bradford City Sheffield Wednesday play at home against Bradford City. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/sheffield-wednesday-v-bradford-city/ 21 Aug 2026 09:45 - 11:45 Woodland Toddler Group Outdoor Woodland Toddler Group: a friendly, relaxed outdoor adventure group every week run by Sarah at Ecclesall Woods, Fridays at 9:45. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/woodland-toddler-group-23/ 21 Aug 2026 16:00 - 18:00 Foraging for Ages 10 to 18: Secrets of the British Wood A two-hour real-world learning experience for ages 10 to 18 with Sheffield forager Joel Young of Forage Box. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/foraging-for-ages-10-to-18-secrets-of-the-british-wood/ 21 Aug 2026 19:00 - 01:00 Comedy Drag Bingo It’s back by popular demand! After the last event sold out, OEC Sheffield are bringing you another unforgettable Comedy Drag Show and this one is set to be even bigger and bolder. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/comedy-drag-bingo/ 22 Aug 2026 10:00 - 16:00 Brush Making Workshop Brush making workshop, no previous experience needed. You will learn how to make at least four (maybe five!) different brushes using arenga, tampico and broomcorn fibres. Suitable for beginners. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/brush-making-workshop-1/ 22 Aug 2026 10:00 - 14:00 Gruffalo Gathering Family Fun Day Come to the Gruffalo Gathering and take part in The Gruffalo Storytelling Trail. Follow the story and enjoy lots of free activities, music, crafts and family fun. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/gruffalo-gathering-family-fun-day/ 22 Aug 2026 11:00 - 17:00 WE Wonder 2026 | The Original Nightclub The one-day family arts festival, WE Wonder, returns for 2026 as Wentworth Woodhouse is reimagined as Rotherham’s original nightclub. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/we-wonder-2026-the-original-nightclub/ 22 Aug 2026 12:00 - 14:00 Family Holiday Cooking Club: Chinese Cuisine Get ready for a fun, hands-on cooking experience the whole family can enjoy! https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/family-holiday-cooking-club-chinese-cuisine/ 22 Aug 2026 14:00 - 23:00 SOSA Extended Set | Groovebox at SteelYard, Sheffield Groovebox presents SOSA Extended Set at SteelYard, Sheffield https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/sosa-extended-set-groovebox-at-steelyard-sheffield/ 23 Aug 2026 10:00 - 16:00 Brush Making Workshop Brush making workshop, no previous experience needed. You will learn how to make at least four (maybe five!) different brushes using arenga, tampico and broomcorn fibres. Suitable for beginners. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/brush-making-workshop-2/ 23 Aug 2026 10:00 - 16:00 Sheffield Flower Festival A celebration of flowers, creativity and community. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/sheffield-flower-festival/ 24 Aug 2026 16:00 - 18:00 Foraging for Ages 10 to 18: Secrets of the British Wood A two-hour real-world learning experience for ages 10 to 18 with Sheffield forager Joel Young of Forage Box. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/foraging-for-ages-10-to-18-secrets-of-the-british-wood-1/ 25 Aug 2026 - 26 Aug 2026 Wild Play Summer Holidays - Art In The Woods Nature Art session where children can explore, play games and create art using sticks, berries, leaves, clay, you name it! https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/wild-play-summer-holidays-art-in-the-woods/ 25 Aug 2026 10.30 - 12.00 Safari Craft Mornings Planning on going on a Pride of Sheffield lion hunt? Why not make a day of it? https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/safari-craft-mornings-1/ 25 Aug 2026 13:00 - 14:00 Painting with Flowers Join this walk around the Sheffield Botanical Gardens to see how art is inspired by beautiful summer flowers. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/painting-with-flowers/ 25 Aug 2026 19:45 Sheffield Wednesday v Wolverhampton Wanderers Sheffield Wednesday play at home against Wolverhampton Wanderers. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/sheffield-wednesday-v-wolverhampton-wanderers/ 26 Aug 2026 17:00 - 19:00 What is water worth? Moving beyond the price tag How do we decide what water is worth? In this free talk, Prof. Julia Martin-Ortega will reflect on what economics can contribute to addressing water challenges and why tackling today’s environmental crises may require us to rethink how we value nature. https://www.welcometosheffield.co.uk/content/events/what-is-water-worth-moving-beyond-the-price-tag/