The venue in Broughton Lane, near Meadowhall has played host to dozens of famous musicians and comedy acts, as well as sports events of all kids, TV spin-off shows and big-name tours such as Disney on Ice and Cirque du Soleil. Here’s a look back in pictures at just some of the highlights.
5. Cliff face
Sir Cliff Richard, pictured at Sheffield's Hallam FM Arena in May 2006 to promote his forthcoming Here & Now tour Photo: Shaun Flannery
6. Proud dad
Doncaster lad Louis Tomlinson's dad Mark picking up his tickets at Sheffield Motorpoint Arena when Louis' band One Direction were still X Factor finalists and playing the venue in March 2010 Photo: Steve Parkin
7. Happy fan
Arctic Monkeys fan Jessica Richardson, 17, of Sheffield, was front of the queue for tickets for the band's hometown gigs at Sheffield Motorpoint Arena Photo: Graham Walker staff
8. Young brown eyes!
Star meet and greet winner Jill Dallison and pal Jennifer Hudson met Canadian singing star Michael Buble backstage before his concert at Sheffield Arena in November 2007 Photo: PAUL DAVID DRABBLE