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.
Do you have happy memories of Don Valley Stadium?
17. 10k race
Runners just after the start of the Lord Mayor's 10k race at Don Valley Stadium on March 14, 2004 Photo: Roger Nadal
18. Tag rugby
The Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Councillor Mrs Diane Leach (left), was on hand to give out certificates to the teams who took part in this year's tag rugby league festival at the Don Valley Stadium. Our picture shows the Lord Mayor with representatives of each team who received the schools certificates. Also pictured with Eddie the Eagle is Sheffield Eagles manager Mark Aston (right) on July 16, 2003 Photo: Barry Richardson