November is nearly upon us, and with that the festive calendar in Sheffield will be in full swing in around three weeks.
Soon enough The Moor will be lined with twinkling lights, the smell of hot chocolate will fill the air, and the Christmas spirit will be unavoidable, whether you’re ready or not.
There will once again be no Christmas lights switch-on event in the city centre this year due to the ongoing revamp, but there are still plenty of festive events and markets to attend in and around Sheffield.
Whether you're looking for a festive fair to find the perfect gift while supporting local businesses or are looking for a Christmassy event to take the family for an evening, there are plenty of ways to get in the mood this year.
Below are details on 15 Christmas markets and events taking place in and around Sheffield in 2024.
5. Christmas Fair at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
Yorkshire Wildlife Park's Christmas Fair returns for two weekends this December - first on Dec 12-15, and again on 19-22. Featuring 60+ independent stalls, fairground rides and Meet & Greets with Santa, tickets are £12 a head and tickets also include entry to the park to see all the animals. The festivities will start at midday until 8.30pm on the weekends. For more information visit: https://www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com/explore/special-events/christmas-fair-at-the-yorkshire-hive/ | Yorkshire Wildlife Park Photo: National World
6. Sheffield Cathedral Illuminated: The Gift
Sheffield Cathedral’s Christmas lights spectacular returns to the city this year between December 3-7. This year's display, titled 'The Gift', is part of an annual collaboration with lightshow artist Luxmuralis and sees the bathes the inside of the cathedral in a dazzling display. It also times with the cathedral being filled with 40 Christmas tress for guests to enjoy. For more information, visit here: https://www.sheffieldcathedral.org/whats-on/sheffield-cathedral-illuminated-the-gift | Sheffield Cathedral and Luxmuralis Photo: submit
7. Snow White at the Lyceum Theatre
Hitting the Lyceum Theatre between December 6 and January 5 will be this year's pantomime of 'Snow White'. Run by a firm favourites Evolution Productions, this fairy-tale extravaganza promises to be full of hilarious comedy, lavish sets, fantastic music, beautiful costumes, magic and mayhem. Book your tickets at: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/events/snow-white-panto-2024 | VOX Multimedia
8. Sheffield's Christmas Craft & Flea
Another event at Sheffield Cathedral - shop small and local for Christmas at this craft fair on November 16. Entry costs £2.50 and children aged under 12 go free. Products to browse and purchase include illustrations, vintage bric-a-brac, plants, jewellery, ceramics, candles and more. For more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sheffields-christmas-craft-flea-tickets-1040203084427 | Andrew Roe Photo: Andrew Roe