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Autumn has arrived and what better time to get out and explore our great outdoors. The weather might be cooling down, it doesn’t mean our events are. We've moved to a fortnightly update and there's still plenty to enjoy, with Sheffield, The Outdoor City, truly living up to it's name this month.
A skateboarder gives a skilled dispay at a previous Castlegate event
Still so much to get involved in as Castlegate Festival continues...
Celebrating the rich heritage of Sheffield's oldest quarter there's all sorts going on, with crafts, exhibitions, food & drink, films, music and more! And don't miss the Skate Jam Street Party Festival this weekend by Exchange Street Collective.
Now - Sunday 17 September, various times
Castlegate Area
Free to attend
A competitor races through the trails in Grenoside Woods
Get ready racers and brace yourselves as Peaty’s Steel City Downhill is back for 2023.
More than 200 competitors, aged 10 to 70 years old, will take to the trails of Grenoside Woods. Spectate and support for a day of thrills all whilst helping to raise money to fund trail building and maintenance in the woods.
Saturday 16 September, 9am-4pm
Grenoside Woods
Free to attend
Direction sign for the Sheffield Round Walk
There's still time to enjoy Sheffield Walking Festival.
Bringing together a host of local outdoor communities and national organisations, such as the National Trust, Peak District National Park Authority, Ramblers Association, Heritage Open Days and Walkers Are Welcome, it's a fantastic way to experience beautiful and interesting guided walks across our city.
There are many walks of varying distance and difficulty so that anyone and everyone can get involved, highlights still to come include the 15mile Sheffield Round Walk.
Now until Sunday 17 September
Various locations and times
Most events are free but should be booked in advance
Runners take to the streets for the Run For All Sheffield 10K
The Sheffield 10K is back and there's still time to enter if you fancy taking on our brilliant route right from the heart of our city centre, out to Endcliffe Park and back, and of course there's a couple of hills in there!
Whether you're participating or spectating it's a great day, raising thousands for many charities, with an amazing atmosphere all along the course.
Sunday 24 September 2023: 9:30am start
Arundel Gate area
Free for spectators, entry fees apply for runners
Our beautiful Sheffield General Cemetery has a great range of events happening across the coming weekend, including a Sketch Walk, Artists Exhibition and Trail, Creative sessions and a historical Remembrance Tour. It's also a great opportunity to check out the amazing restoration work that's recently been completed on site.
Friday 15 - Sunday 17 September, various times
Sheffield General Cemetery
Free to attend
Exciting markets are coming up in our city over the next few weeks, serving you food, drinks, music and a great time. There's definitely something for everyone, so grab your friends and family, and join in!
Visit the Welcome to Sheffield website for more details.
Early Bird tickets for the spectacular annual illumination show at Sheffield Cathedral are available now. This festive event is hugely popular and must be booked in advance.
Tuesday 5 - Saturday 9 December
Sheffield Cathedral, Sheffield City Centre
Early Bird ticket prices now on offer
Got an event in Sheffield that you would like to share? You can upload your own events to our What's On section of Welcome to Sheffield website.
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