As all restaurants, bars and shops reopen, here’s a guide to the events happening in Sheffield this June…
Doc/Fest 2021: 04-13 June
After the 2020 Sheffield DocFest was cancelled because of the pandemic, the international film and arts festival will be returning this year to celebrate its 28th edition.
This year, DocFest will take place in hybrid form. Events will be delivered both in person in Sheffield and online allowing the public to enjoy the festival in a way that suits them best.
The opening and closing films were announced last month. Kicking off proceedings will be the European premiere of’ Summer of Soul (…Or When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised)’, by Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson. It is a film that will inspire the next 10 days of programme through its testimony of a unique moment in history, the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, and the transformative power of culture and music. The closing film will be the world premiere of ‘The Story of Looking’, the latest film by Mark Cousins. In a time when our common experiences are shaped by long confinements and a constant assault from images, this film proposes that we look again into the world’s complexities, contradictions and beauty. Cousins will also participate in a live-streamed Q+A following the screening.
Alongside paid events, many free listings are happening. A full events list of free events can be found here.
Credit: Henry Rees
Parkrun: 05 June 2021
Parkrun is set to return to Sheffield’s parks on Saturday 5 June. The Saturday morning 5km event will return to six locations in the city, Endcliffe, Graves Park, Concord, Millhouses, Hillsborough and Manor Fields.
Greg Fell, Director of Public Health of Sheffield said: “A lot of work has been going on behind the scenes to make sure these events can return as the pandemic continues, and we’ll be supporting Parkrun to put any additional measures they need to in place.
“Parkrun is very popular and for good reason. We know it’s a moment many people in the city will be excited about, as we all continue to return to doing the things we love.”
To take part, register online here.
CREDIT: The Outdoor City
Sheffield Vintage Kilo Sale: 05 June
The UK’s biggest kilo sale is returning to Sheffield Cathedral on 5 June.
The event invites the public to choose their favourite pick and mix vintage items for £15 a kilo. Doors open at 12pm for general admission. Early bird tickets can also also available for 10am access.
To ensure social distancing guidelines are followed, there will be timed ticketed entry times and all capped shopping capacity numbers. All shoppers must wear masks and use the hand sanitising stations around the room.
Musical Theatre Drive-in Live: 12 June
A day of musical theatre is coming to Sheffield this summer for one day only. On 12 June, South Yorkshire’s performers are bringing a “theatrical extravaganza” to the Orange Meadowhall Shopping Centre car park.
Due to the global pandemic, South Yorkshire performers have been off the stage for over a year. This event is a perfect opportunity for them to show off their talents to a live audience and raise money in the process to support the youth housing charity Roundabout.
There will be four performances throughout the day at 10am, 1pm, 4pm and 7pm, performing theatre hits from Hairspray, Oliver, We Will Rock You and many more. At the 4pm show actor and singer Matt Croke, best known for his starring role in Disney’s West End hit stage version of Aladdin, will be taking centre stage.
The event will take place in a drive-in format to keep the public safe and in line with social distancing guidelines.
Tickets are available to buy here
Beat the street: 16 June
Beat the street is a free, initiative, set up in the city to transform Sheffield into a giant game. Running for 6 weeks until the 28 July, it’s encouraging the public to see how far they can walk, cycle, run or scoot, with amazing prizes up for grabs.
The aim of the game is to collect as many points as possible. Children under 11 can collect these points with a Beat the Street fob, which they will receive from their school. Children over 12 will play with a Beat the Street card. All participants must register their account online to connect your fob or card. They can then use the BeatBox map to plan their route Sheffield and start collecting points.
More information of how to play can be found on the website.
Triple Cooked Sheffield Garden Party: 21 June
Established in 2015, Triple Cooked is a collective of artists, musicians and creatives in search of quirky event spaces to transform into party venues.
As lockdown restrictions ease for the last time on the 21 June, Triple Cooked is set to take over Peddler Market, 92 Burton Road.
Alongside a variety of warehouse – disco, house and techno music, there will be food and drink available from independent traders. In the courtyard, cocktail and food vendors will be set up for a day of partying and drinking.
Tickets are guaranteed to sell out. Secure your party invitation now.
