We can’t believe it, but another year is almost over, which means Christmas is coming! There is plenty happening in Sheffield to get you into the festive spirit. Embrace the seasonal atmosphere at the Christmas Markets in the city centre, shop small and independent at a whole host of market events and enjoy magical shows and performances.
So, enjoy Christmas in Sheffield!
Sheffield Christmas Markets 2023
Sheffield Christmas Markets return to the city centre and you can expect traditional German sausages, Yorkshire pudding wraps, mulled wine and Bailey’s hot chocolate. Plus, there are whole host of local traders offering unique gifts for you or loved ones.
Dates: 16th November – 24th December
Market Stalls: Sunday to Thursday 10am-6pm and Friday & Saturday 10am-7pm
Bars: 11am-10pm every day
Santa’s Winter Village at Meadowhall
Enjoy some festive fun at Meadowhall’s Winter Village and your littles can meet Santa!
Dates: 24th November – 24th December
Beauty and The Beast Pantomime
It wouldn’t be Christmas without an annual pantomime. This year, Beauty and The Beast makes its way to the Lyceum. Book your tickets to see the fairy-tale brought to life with fantastic music, beautiful costumes, comedy, magic ansd mayhem.
Dates: 8th December – 7th January
Peddler Market
Celebrate the last Peddler of the year with their festive edition, complete with decor, trees, milled drinks and of course multiple street food venors.
Dates: 1st – 2nd December
Orchard Square Christmas Makers Marker
On Saturday 2nd December, in Orchard Square you will find the Christmas Makers Market offering a range of handmade crafts and local Sheffield artists.
Date: 2nd December
Victorian Christmas Market at Kelham Island Museum
Celebrate the start of the Christmas season at the much-loved Victorian Christmas Market at Kelham Island Museum. With over 80 market stalls celebrating Sheffield’s independent scene.
Dates: 2nd – 3rd December
The Mowbray Christmas Markets
After visiting the Victorian Christmas Market, why not stop off at The Mowbray for their cosy Christmas Market showcasing all things beautiful and delicious. Enjoy a glass of festive punch and a mince pie for £5!
Date: 3rd December
Christmas Kitchen Disco with Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Join Sophie Ellis-Bextor for his festive Christmas Kitchen Disco at Sheffield City Hall.
Date: 3rd December
Love Actually in Concert
Get festive and immerse yourself in the classic Christmas film, Love Actually in concert. A live orchestra will perform Craig Armstrong’s evocative score, whilst the film is projected onto a huge screen at Sheffield City Hall.
Date: 4th December
Sheffield Cathedral Illuminated: Starlight
Book your tickets to watch this stunning lightshow inside and outside Sheffield Cathedral.
Dates: 5th – 9th December
Christmas With Love with Leona Lewis
Global sensation Leona Lewis comes to Sheffield for a major UK Christmas tour at Sheffield City Hall.
Date: 6th December
Pollen Market: December Edition
Usually situated in Castlegate, the Pollen Market will be relocating to Peddler Warehouse for their December edition.
Date: 10th December
A Town Called Christmas
A brand new Christmas show has come to Sheffield Playhouse for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups.
Dates: 15th – 30th December
Handmade for Christmas 2023
Showcasing and celebrating the breadth of British contemporary craft, Handmade for Christmas is an exhibition at the Millennium Gallery until the 24th December.