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.
9. Victorian Christmas Market at Kelham Island Museum
A family favourite every year, this is a most unique event to enjoy Christmas in Sheffield. The Victorian Christmas Market returns to Kelham Island Museum on the weekend of November 30/December 1. Gather under the gas lamps and enjoy over 80 independent market stalls, festive food & drink, a whole hog roast, and a ride on miniature engine the Kelham Flyer - plus, take a picture with Father Christmas on the Selfie Sleigh. Visit here for more information: https://www.sheffieldmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/victorian-christmas-market/ | Dean Atkins Photo: DEAN ATKINS
10. Wickersley Christmas Lights Switch On
Wickersley Parish Council is hosting its Christmas lights switch on Saturday November 18 from 5.30pm until 7.30pm at the Wickersey Community Centre. The event, near Rotherham, is free of charge and will have entertainment and Christmas stalls for visitors, live music in the car park and a visit from Santa's Sleigh. - https://www.wickersleyparishcouncil.gov.uk/uploads/2024-xmas-poster.pdf?v=1726060210 | Alexandru Manole from Pixabay Photo: Alexandru Manole from Pixabay
11. Wartime Christmas at the National Emergency Services Museum
Turn back the clock 80 years and step into a 1940s festive wonderland. The National Emergency Services Museum is inviting visitors to experience a wartime Christmas like no other on December 7/8, with military displays, festive food, mulled wine and vintage tunes to dance to, with performances by Miss Marina Mae, Johnny Victory and Miss Lily Lovejoy. Plus, Father Christmas himself will be paying a visit! - https://www.visitnesm.org.uk/wartimechristmas | National World
12. Hillsborough Park Festive Makers' Market
Taking place at Hillsborough Park Pavilion on December 7 is the Festive Makers' Market. From 11am to 4pm, a selection of stalls full of handcrafted items by local artists and makers will be on sale, plus a raffle and refreshments. For more information visit: https://rivelinco.org/whats-on/festive-makers-market/ | Dean Atkins Photo: Dean Atkins