Here is our pick of 10 great things happening in the city during the half-term break, from the chance to meet cute animals to history-themed activities and beyond.
5. Dare to be a Detective at the Winter Garden
Sheffield Hallam University wants 'young Sheffield sleuths' to go to the Winter Gardens on February 19 and 20, from 10am to 3pm to help crack codes, navigate mazes, dig for archaeological treasures and catch criminals. The free event is aimed at children aged four to 13. Photo: Steve Ellis
6. Green Hill Zone, National Videogame Museum
The National Videogame Museum is hosting activities based around the history of Sonic the Hedgehog throughout half-term - visitors can play classic games, design their own retro character and take a selfie with the venue's massive statue of Sonic. Photo: Steve Ellis
7. Crafting workshop, Meadowhall
Meadowhall has teamed up with My Arty Party for craft workshops on February 20 from 10.30am to 2.30pm in the mall's Sessions Space on Upper Park Lane. Children can make a button caterpillar or a sock animal. Admission £2.50 per activity, per child, on a drop-in basis. Photo: Chris Etchells
8. Half term workshop with Lucy Vann, Site Gallery
One for those aged 14 and older, this - artist Lucy Vann is running a workshop on February 18 from 1pm to 3pm exploring sentimentality in the language and construction of pop music. Entry £3. Photo: Scott Merrylees