An exhibition of historic items and photographs from the University archives and heritage collections, sharing a wealth of stories of student life to inform, surprise and entertain.
Art picks
Take a Sheffield art tour with our picks of the exhibitions and artists' events on now and coming soon.
More Than a Degree: 120 Years of Life at the Student Union
Mon. 2 February 2026 — Sun. 28 June 2026
Western Bank Library
Queer Legacies: Jon Sleigh in Conversation with Alim Kheraj
Wed. 1 July 2026
Sheffield Central Library
A thought-provoking conversation between arts educator Jon Sleigh and journalist Alim Kheraj about the Graves Gallery's exhibition, Revolution, Revelation, Reinforcement: Queer Legacies in Sheffield’s Art Collection.
When the Day is Done: New Paintings by Ryan Mosley
Thu. 26 February 2026 — Sat. 4 July 2026
Graves Gallery
This spring, the Graves Gallery welcomes the first solo exhibition by acclaimed Sheffield-based artist Ryan Mosley. With new works weaving together characters and narratives, reality and fiction, the everyday and the exotic.
Between One Moment and the Next / The Colour of Place
Sat. 6 June 2026 — Sat. 4 July 2026
Cupola Gallery
Cupola hosts two new exhibitions, one by Louise Ventris and the other by Jonathan Hooper.
In Conversation: Leah Clements & Jenn Ashworth
Wed. 15 July 2026
Millennium Gallery
Join artist Leah Clements and writer Jenn Ashworth, who will be discussing Clements’ new film Apophenia.
Gameboy Camera Photography + Printmaking Workshop
Sat. 18 July 2026 — Sun. 19 July 2026
Site Gallery
Learn how to use a Game Boy Camera and make your own digital print.
Kelham Makes: Leatherwork Workshop – Make Your Own Keyring
Wed. 22 July 2026
Kelham Island Museum
Learn how to cut and prepare leather, smooth and burnish it, and stamp it to create a personalised keyring.
Future Now Festival of Creativity
Wed. 1 April 2026 — Fri. 31 July 2026
An annual showcase of work by Sheffield Hallam University’s graduating artists, designers, filmmakers, animators, writers, architects and performers.
Beginner woodworking and sewing classes
Ed's Workshop, Carver House, Carver Street, S1 4FS
Discover your creative side with Ed's Workshop's friendly woodworking and sewing classes.
Apophenia by Leah Clements
Thu. 18 June 2026 — Sat. 1 August 2026
Yorkshire Artspace: Exchange Place Studios
Arts Catalyst hosts an exhibition by London-based artist Leah Clements. A new film, alongside a series of sculptural and audio works, attempting to discover meaning in the context of illness.
The Bobeam Tree
Sat. 20 June 2026 — Sun. 30 August 2026
Millennium Gallery
Discover a magical world of interactive discovery for 0–5-year-olds and their grown-ups.
Cupola’s 35th Anniversary Exhibition
Sat. 11 July 2026 — Sat. 5 September 2026
Cupola Gallery
Cupola in Hillsborough celebrates 35 years with a group exhibition showcasing the fantastic artists that have supported them through the years, plus a whole host of new talent.
The Football Art Prize
Thu. 11 June 2026 — Sun. 13 September 2026
Millennium Gallery
The Football Art Prize makes a welcome return to Sheffield to celebrate the passion, drama and unity the beautiful game inspires around the globe.
Agony Aunt Zine Making Workshops
Multiple dates
Site Gallery
Make your own agony aunt zine inspired by Site Gallery's exhibition When The Sky Gets Bright.
When The Sky Gets Bright
Fri. 12 June 2026 — Sun. 27 September 2026
Site Gallery
A new exhibition by artist collective Babeworld, developed in collaboration with Site Gallery's youth groups Society of Explorers and Creative Producers.
Sheffield Comic Arts Fair
Sat. 10 October 2026
Trafalgar Warehouse, 120 Trafalgar Street, S1 4JT
A showcase of indie and small press comic creators from Sheffield and further afield. With a Graphic Novel Reading Room corner, a kids workshop and bar.
Gathering Landscapes: 150 Years of Collecting at Weston Park Museum
Fri. 28 November 2025 — Sun. 1 November 2026
Weston Park Museum
A look at the curious, beautiful, macabre and magical connections people have made to the land through over 400 objects from Sheffield’s collections. Curated by Heavy Water Collective (artists Maud Haya-Baviera, Victoria Lucas and Joanna Whittle).
In Conversation: On the Border of my Peaceful Home
Tue. 24 June 2025 — Wed. 23 December 2026
Graves Gallery
An exhibition curated by artist Kedisha Coakley, bringing together artworks, objects and specimens from Sheffield’s collection to explore the relationship between empire and the trade in fruit and flowers.
Revolution, Revelation, Reinforcement: Queer Legacies in Sheffield’s Art Collection
Thu. 26 February 2026 — Sat. 27 February 2027
Graves Gallery
LGBTQ+ art and heritage have endured across the centuries, with communities continuing to express and preserve their Queer stories. This new exhibition brings together artworks and objects from Sheffield’s collections to explore Queer art today.
Lick of Paint
A mural and street art festival. Returning for a second edition in 2027. Expect smaller creative events from the team throughout 2026 though – watch this space for details!