From a much-loved market’s big revival to a socially-distanced street food barbecue, here are 10 of the best activities and events the city has to offer on August 29, 30 and 31.
5. Browse the stalls in Sharrow Vale
The popular Sharrow Vale Market is back for the first time since lockdown on Sunday, August 30 from midday to 4pm. Adjustments have been made to allow for social distancing. The market runs from the Hunters Bar roundabout to the forecourt of Hawley’s Tyres on Sharrow Vale Road. (http://sharrowvalemarket.co.uk) Photo: Steve Ellis
6. Cinemas are back with a blockbuster
The Odeon Luxe in Sheffield city centre, The Light cinema on The Moor, Vue at Meadowhall and Cineworld at Valley Centertainment are all open again - and each venue is screening Tenet, the new Christopher Nolan film billed as the first blockbuster to reach big screens in the UK since lockdown. Photo: Odeon
7. Life drawing with the alpacas
People can create pictures of the alpacas at Holly Hagg Community Farm in Crosspool during fun life drawing sessions on Sunday, August 30 from 2pm to 5pm. All materials are provided but numbers are limited. (https://www.facebook.com/events/610050549678145) Photo: JPIMedia
8. Pizza and a pint at The Closed Shop
The Closed Shop pub at Commonside will be serving pizza from a wood-fired oven on Monday, August 31, from 4pm to 9pm. Service is running from the car park and customers can eat in or take away. (https://www.facebook.com/events/628164487826863) Photo: Steve Ellis