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What a week! Sheffield had a ball hosting the MOBO Awards for the first time plus a series of fantastic fringe events leading up to it.
The MOBO events may be over but there is lots to look forward to over the coming weeks with Lunar New Year, Valentine's Day (whatever your relationship status), markets and more. Check out what's on below!
 Dancers performing at Lunar New Year celebrations in Sheffield
Sheffield is set to play host to its largest Lunar New Year celebration ever, with a five-day festival roaring into the city from 9th - 13th February.
As we welcome in the Year of the Dragon, Sheffield's celebration includes a weekend of food and cultural activities in the Peace Gardens, a huge illuminated dragon display at Sheffield Children's Hospital, a grand showcase event at the University of Sheffield's Octagon Centre, a parade in Meadowhall and much more!
February 9th - 13th
Various locations around Sheffield
Find out more via Welcome to Sheffield.
 Browsing stalls at the Endless Love Creative Market
Discover a curation of more than 50 contemporary art, craft and design stalls at Showroom Workstation and find yourself special botanicals, ceramics, clothing, jewellery, textiles, homeware, stationary and prints.
Tickets can be pre-booked for priority entry or bought on the day in cash or card. Dogs are welcome.
Saturday, February 10th
Showroom Workstation
£2 entry, free for under 16s
The Sheffield Vegan Market returns to take over The Moor.
The event brings together a huge variety of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, sustainable chandlers, local artists, zero-waste champions, environmental charities and more.
Sunday, February 11th
The Moor
Sheffield Cathedral will be filled inside and out with the best of the city’s local produce and makers, served up with street food and flea market stalls offering vintage and collectables.
Craft + Flea is a makers market, bringing together talented, independent makers, designers, producers and collectors, each handpicked for their quality, on-trend products.
Saturday, February 17th
Sheffield Cathedral
All day entry £2.50, free for under 12s
 The famous 'I love you will u marry me' sign at Park Hill flats. Photo by Steel City Snapper.
Treat yourself and your loved ones to the ultimate Valentine's romantic experience and enjoy an exceptional selection of classical pieces featuring Vivaldi's epic Four Seasons and other timeless works.
Performed by the incredible musicians of the Piccadilly Sinfonietta in the beautiful setting of Sheffield Cathedral, this sensational evening of candlelit music will be one to remember!
Saturday, February 10th
Sheffield Cathedral
Ticket prices vary
Kommune Kinema is back with a Valentine's double feature of Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind at 7pm followed by The Ugly Truth at 9pm.
Order your food and drinks from the vendors and get them brought to you in the cinema room (private event space through the double doors opposite Hop Hideout) and chill out for a night of films and food.
Wednesday, February 14th
Kommune
£3
The Leadmill is hosting a night of top quality stand-up in aid of local charity Support Dogs for people living with autism, epilepsy or physical disability.
Comics Jonathan Mayor, Vix Leyton, Kate McCabe and Rob Mulholland will provide the laughs, Sheffield's BKED Cake House will be on hand for drinks and sweet treats and there will be raffle prizes up for grabs.
There is also the chance to meet puppies and dogs in training.
Wednesday, February 14th
The Leadmill
Ticket prices vary, see The Leadmill website for details
Put on your most creative cosplay outfit and immerse yourself in a night filled with love, fun and fantasy. Whether you're a superhero, a fairytale character, or a sci-fi legend, this event welcomes all cosplayers who want to embrace their alter egos.
Dance the night away to live performances and enjoy a variety of themed activities including a cosplay contest where you can win prizes.
Wednesday, February 14th
Hagglers Corner
£5
 Hallam Sinfonia performing
A new milestone family concert in Sheffield will give children the phenomenal experience of seeing an orchestra live this month.
Concerteenies is hosting Stan and Mabel, a musical story based on the book by Jason Chapman, with Sheffield's well-loved Hallam Sinfonia orchestra for one day only.
There will be two shows including one which is BSL interpreted.
Saturday, February 10th
Victoria Hall, city centre
Tickets cost £10.50 for adults, £3.50 for children
Get up close with piglets, lambs, chicks and guinea pigs at Graves Park Animal Farm. Farmers will be on hand to help groom, stroke and handle the animals and answer any questions.
Animal handling times are 10am until 3pm throughout half term.
February 12th - 16th
Graves Park Animal Farm
Free entry to the farm, small charge for handling the animals
Sheffield Manor Lodge is hosting winter themed craft activities offering the chance to create sparkly crowns and animal decorations as well as explore an ice themed trail in the historic Tudor ruins.
Monday, February 12th - 15th
Sheffield Manor Lodge
£4.75 per child
Join Computer Explorers for an afternoon of all things virtual reality. The event is for children aged between six and 16 and parents are advised to send their children with a packed lunch, bottled water will be provided.
Friday, February 16th
Woodhouse Community Hub & Library
Free
The dino trail at Tropical Butterfly House is packed with clawsome challenges for the brave that will have you roaring with laughter.
From digging for fossils at the Dino Dig to climbing inside a giant dinosaur egg, you'll come face to face with ferocious and friendly prehistoric friends as you stomp along the way.
Complete the challenge sheet to claim a sweet treat reward.
February half term
Tropical Butterfly House
The National Emergency Services Museum runs monthly sensory play sessions where under 5s explore a different theme each time and get hands on with crafts, interactive activities, songs, stories and more.
February's session is all about armour and gives kids the chance to create their own as well as take part in other activities.
No booking required and it's free for visitors with a museum ticket. Drop in any time between 10.30am and 12.30pm or between 1pm and 3pm.
Friday, February 16th
National Emergency Services Museum
Free with a museum ticket
 The pride flag
February marks LGBTQ+ History Month in the UK. A time to shine a light on the LGBTQ+ community – their history, the impact they've had on the world, and their struggles for equality in the face of discrimination and injustice.
There are lots of events happening across Sheffield including films, talks and music.
Find the full list of events via Our Favourite Places.
 Cole's Corner celebrating Bob Marley
Cole's Corner is hosting a celebration of Bob Marley's birthday where selectors will be playing roots reggae.
Tables are available to book for food and people are encouraged to come early.
Saturday, February 10th
Cole's Corner, Abbeydale Road
This new immersive exhibition sees contemporary artists Matterlurgy explore how our lives are intertwined with our local water infrastructure, from historic wells to expansive reservoirs.
Visitors will experience a multi-channel film and sound installation highlighting the architectural, technological and sonic aspects of our reservoirs, alongside photographs of historic wells celebrating our earliest access to water and the relics associated with it.
February 15th - May 12th
Millennium Gallery
Develop your drawing skills working from a nude model with support from one of Sheffield Museum's regular artist tutors.
The sessions are suitable for adults of all abilities. Basic materials are available but you might want to bring your own too. Arrive 15 minutes before to allow time to set up.
Now until March 22
Millennium Gallery
£10.30
Nothing heralds the start of spring better than beautiful snowdrops and Wentworth Woodhouse is an ideal place to see them!
Carefully nurtured over the past 20 years by their head gardener and volunteers, the gardens are now littered with these delicate flowers. You can book snowdrop walks and tours.
Now until February 29th
Wentworth Woodhouse, Rotherham
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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