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With the last of the snooker coming to a close, find something new going on near you!
Jimmy White and Igor Figueiredo during a snooker match
Tickets are still available for The World Seniors Snooker Championship, with many snooker legends once again competing at the Crucible.
Jimmy White and Ken Doherty will head a stellar field with Igor Figueiredo from Brazil as the defending champion.
7 to 11 May
The Crucible
Ticket prices vary
The Union Jack flag in the wind atop Sheffield Town Hall
This Thursday (8 May) marks 80 years since the end of World War Two in Europe. Get involved to celebrate and learn more about VE Day!
A series of evening talks from authors and historians at Central Library give you the chance to learn more about WW2 and Sheffield’s contribution to the war effort.
Over the summer there will also be a major display in the Central Library foyer showing the impact of the war on different communities in Sheffield.
14 May to 6 Aug
Central Library
Free
VE Day 80 - Ecclesfield Park
A great British celebration with live music from the South Yorkshire Police Band, baking and fancy-dress competitions, food, rides and more.
8 May, 5:30pm
Ecclesfield Park
Free
VE Day Event - Fox Valley
Step back in time at Fox Valley with live music, vintage and WW2 vehicles, children’s activities and more.
10 May
Fox Valley
Free entry
An artist adding to her artwork in her studio
Visit wonderful Sheffield-based makers and artists in their workshops and studios.
Meet and talk to various artists and learn about their methods. Support the artists by purchasing from them directly.
Now until 11 May
Various venues
Free
Sheffield Fake Festival is back!
Enjoy a great family day out with a range of fake bands and artists, including Pulp, Foo Fighters, David Bowie, and Alanis Morrisette.
There will also be food traders, inflatables and other various games.
10 May
Endcliffe Park
Ticket prices vary
Celebrate the contributions of the African Caribbean community to Sheffield life with this long running exhibition.
Shaped by community co-curators, explore inspiring stories of journeys, culture and heritage.
10 May 2024 to 2 May 2027
Weston Park Museum
Free
Enjoy two hours of indie tracks for your little ones, with carefully monitored volume to protect their ears!
Featuring both a lively dancefloor and a quiet corner for those needing to recharge between songs.
10 May
Samuel Worth Chapel
Adults £5, kids £3 + booking fees
Grab a bargain and support Discovery Academy, a school that supports children diagnosed with autism.
10 May
Discovery Academy
Adults £1, kids free
Buy plants and enjoy hands on activities for kids, all whilst fundraising for a new wild play area within the park.
10 May
Whirlow Brook Park
Free entry
Join a great day out and support community projects in twin city Estelí in Northern Nicaragua.
With multiple lengths of bike rides available, from 5 to 50 miles!
11 May
Endcliffe Park
Ticket prices vary
Inspired by Sheffield's hosting of the 2024 MOBO Awards, enjoy a day filled with music and culture.
With live music, DJs, choirs, authentic African Caribbean cuisine and stalls. Plus a conversation and panel discussion at the Millenium Gallery at 10:30am.
15 May
Winter Gardens
Free
Take on a sponsored walk to support Sheffield care experienced children and young people. Take on a 2 mile walk or a route of up to 15 miles.
Part of Foster Care Fortnight (12 May to 25 May), a campaign to raise awareness of foster caring.
17 May
Endcliffe Park
Free entry, donations welcomed
The UK’s leading documentary festival DocFest will be back in Sheffield this June.
See feature films and television episodes to podcasts and immersive exhibitions.
The full lineup of this year's festival has been announced. Check out DocFest's website for tickets and more information.
18 to 23 June
The Workstation
Ticket prices vary
A table of bric-a-brac at a car boot sale
Enjoy some fresh spring air with these outdoor markets:
Explore more markets on the Welcome to Sheffield website by clicking the button below.
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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