But now it’s now gone, demolished in 2013 and replaced by a different sports facility.
Our gallery of photos take a look back at just some of the events held at the Stadium in the 90s and early 2000s to include charity events, athletics, marathons, fun runs, and more.
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13. Sponsored walk
John Dowling gets ready to set off on a sponsored walk for Sheffield Eagles rugby league team with Mark Aston, Eagleman and some of the E Girls at the Don Valley Stadium on October 6, 2000 Photo: Barry Richardson
14. Soccer course
Sheffield born Wednesday player Steve Haslam was on hand at to make the official presentations to youngsters from around the city who took part in Sheffield Wednesday's soccer course. The event which is part of Football in the Community was held at the Don Valley Stadium on August 19, 1999 Photo: Sheffield Newspapers
15. Rugby coaching
Pictured at the Don Valley Stadium, where school children were taking part in a week long rugby coaching scheme for BFL Awards. Seen is coach Jason Davidson with the young players on August 21, 1998 Photo: Waistell
16. The Games
Shadowing the celebrity contestants for the Channel 4 show, 'The Games' at Don Valley Stadiujm, left to right, Nicola Cahill, Victoria Uttley, Hannah Longmore, Michaela Gee and Nicky Ruzza on September 3, 2003 Photo: Roger Nadal