Let’s explore social events in Sheffield, South Yorkshire happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Are you looking to take a break from your regular ventures, build friendships or develop emotional intelligence? Social events could just be just the thing you are missing. As they always say, one’s company, two’s a crowd, three’s a party. In these events, you will get to meet a whole new range of people, engage other cultures and understand different perspectives. You get opportunities to expand your circle through the interactions and conversations elicited. Whether you are looking to improve your social or work connections, this is it for you.
There are many events held across Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Events range from backyard outings, outdoor activity events, singles events, professional networking, meaningful discussions, and more. They are all varied and interesting covering your lifestyle and preference. If you find it hard to make connections or socialize in these events, here are a few tips to save your situation.
Local Groups’ Events in Sheffield
Christmas Pub Meet!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Broomhill Tavern
Organiser: Mollie and Jacob
Time: 7pm
Location: Broomhill Tavern
After consulting Santa it turns out that with all our hard work walking this year we have made it onto the nice list! 🥳 As a reward for our adventurous spirit and muddy boots, Santa has gifted us a very special present—an extra festive pub meet!🍻🎄
Join us at 7pm on Thursday 19th December for an evening of festive cheer, good com(…)
Christmas Huts and Bars
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Alpine Bar
Meet us to explore the Christmas bars and huts. Food, drink and big wheel are all on offer for those who wish to explore.
Meet in the Alpine Bar at the top of the Moor. This will be the “base” between 6pm and 7.30pm. Then we will wander up to the Peace Gardens where our base will be the Alpine Lodge from 7.30pm to 9pm. Feel free to wander around the stalls and attractions surrounding each base. F(…)
Final Bargain Bowling of 2024!! 🎳
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Tenpin
Tenpin Tuesdays is here!! 50% off bowling and drinks!! 🥳🥳
2 games is a bargain at just £6.50pp (lager is £2.30/pint)!
Once spaces are filled, I’ll book the lanes.
PayPal is [email protected] or if you have my bank details send there (I can also send these if anyone wants)(…)
Coffee / Brunch at Joni at Kelham, Kelham Island
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Island Cafe/Bar
Come along and enjoy good company, a refreshing coffee/ tea and maybe a delicious brunch at this venue attached to Kelham Island Industrial Museum.
This cafe/restaurant has relatively recently been rebranded as “Joni at Kelham”. Please also note this is now a cashless venue therefore please be prepared to pay by card or contactless.
The museum itself is also well worth a visit, for those who wis(…)
SPEED INTERCAMBIO – SPANISH
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: Industry Tap
💬 **SPANISH** **SPEED INTERCAMBIO with *Beginner Friendly Tables***
💥**FREE FOR**💥
* **NATIVE SPANISH SPEAKERS**
* **our [Monthly SUPPORTERS](https://pay.gocardless.com/AL0014Z38FBVCJ)**
* First Timers 🙂
**-> our supporters get 10% discount on drinks!**
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🌟**£2** for those who are NOT part of the Monthly Supp(…)
[🏫 In-Person] Xmas Drinks and Food
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◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Kommmune
December is a time for winding down, so we’re planning on getting together for a few drinks and food in the last month of the year.
Feel free to join us for drinks and/or food.
6:30pm – Meet at Kommune Food Court(…)
Indoor badminton @EIS
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: English Institute of Sport Sheffield
**THIS EVENT IS TAKING PLACE AT THE EIS**
Join me for a badminton every week! To play for fun, all levels welcome. Meet inside the EIS at 6:50pm the game starts at 7pm.
**PLEASE NOTE you must pay for the court hire at the time of signing up for this event. Failure to do so may result in you being removed from the confirmed list without notice.**
Fee: £4.50pp
Fees are non-refundable unless the (…)
Derwent edge, Lost Lad and The Wheel Stones.
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Fairholmes Visitor’s Centre
This is a great walk around a really beautiful area of the Peak District, a bit of history about the sad story of lost lad, and if weather conditions are right, a chance for some fun scrambling on the wheel stones for those who fancy it 😁👌(…)
🍷 THE LAST Spanish Intercambio OF 2024🍹
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Industry Tap
LAST EVENT OF THE YEAR!!!
Join the very last Spanish Intercambio of 2024!!!
Beginners are welcome 🙏 too 😉
**FREE**
* **FOR NATIVE SPANISH SPEAKERS**
* **our [Monthly SUPPORTERS ](https://pay.gocardless.com/AL0014Z38FBVCJ)**
* First Timers 🙂
**-> our supporters get 10% discount on drinks!**
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Sheffield Language Exchange – Every Thursday!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: MOJO
Every Thursday come to practise new languages, make new friends and also to share your native language skills – we are all teachers and students at this event!
Our hosts will welcome you and make sure you get involved, do not worry about coming alone.
We are now meeting in our own private space, upstairs at Mojo’s bar in the city centre – and they’ve offered us 20% off drinks 🍹 and 50% off food(…)
Karaoke
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Tenpin
Join us for karaoke in a price room in Tenpin.
Room costs £40 so cost pp depends on how many of us go.
You don’t need to be able to sing (I can’t)!!(…)
Sheffield Playtest Meetup
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Patriot Games
Bring along your prototypes to try out or just come along to see what other people are working on and help them test their games.
Just ask at the counter when you arrive and they’ll point you in the right direction.
https://patriotgames.uk/(…)
Free Meditation in Sheffield – at 6.30pm Wednesdays
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: broomhall community centre
Hello there! – We are very excited to welcome you to our Free Sahaja Yoga Meditation meetings which take place at the:
Broomhall Centre,
Broomspring Ln,
Sheffield
S10 2FD
*every Wednesday from 18:30pm – 20.00pm*
With Sahaja Yoga Meditation we normally sit on chairs to achieve yoga, effortlessly & spontaneously. So there is no need for mats and no special clothing required.
All across the globe, (…)
Free Meditation in Sheffield – at 7pm Mondays
◦ When: Monday, Dec 16th
◦ Where: 49 Stainton Rd
Hello there! – We are very excited to welcome you to our Free Sahaja Yoga Meditation meetings which take place at the:
Meditation & Creative Centre,
49 Stainton Road,
Sheffield
S11 7AX
*every Monday from 19:00 pm – 20.30 pm*
With Sahaja Yoga Meditation we normally sit on chairs to achieve yoga, effortlessly & spontaneously. So there is no need for mats and no special clothing required.
All acro(…)
SaSS – Drop in Workshop – Shakespeares
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Shakespeares
The Improv drop-in has moved back to Shakespeare’s.
Come and make things up with a great community. We will play games, make up scenes and have fun being creative together.
Every session is intentionally designed to be accesible to both brand new and experienced improvisers.
Sadly, this is up some stairs – we apologise for any difficulty this causes.(…)
Awesome Walls + The Fat Cat (pint/pork pie)
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Awesome Walls Climbing Centre, Sheffield
***You’ll need to be able to belay safely to participate in this meetup
***The plan is to head to The Fat Cat at 9pm for and end of year pint 🙂
People tend to arrive between 6-7pm, though feel free to arrive at any time. Any problems with finding the group then ask for me (David Reeves).
Come join us for a bit of mid-week climbing fun with top rope & lead climb options. You will need to be reg(…)
Ice Skating
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: iceSheffield
Ice skating is a great way to get some exercise and meet new people!
As a 👩🏾🦽 user, I can confirm it’s manual wheelchair friendly too. You can get staff assistance to be pushed around the rink or give it a go yourself. I’m happy to help with getting more info if you’re an electric wheelchair chair user looking to join us on the ice (PAs/Carers/BSL interpreters also welcome) – just DM/comment (…)
CLASSICS AT CHRISTMAS
Board Games
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Parish Centre Stonegravels
To round off the year we’re celebrating those classic games that traditionally come out at Christmas.
We’ll have a selection of the best known games for you to play, including Scrabble, Cluedo, Trivial Pursuit and Monopoly. You can even bring one of your favourites.
And if you’d rather play something more modern, that’s fine too. All games welcome.
Hope to see you there.(…)
🍹 THURSDAY AFTER WORK Spanish Intercambio
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Industry Tap
**SPANISH INTERCAMBIO IN THE HEART** 💖 **OF SHEFFIELD**
💥**FREE FOR**💥
* **NATIVE SPANISH SPEAKERS**
* **our [Monthly SUPPORTERS ](https://pay.gocardless.com/AL0014Z38FBVCJ)**
* First Timers 🙂
**-> our supporters get 10% discount on drinks!**
💫**Join the Tribe -> [Sign Up Here](https://pay.gocardless.com/AL0014Z38FBVCJ)**
🌟**£2** for those who are NOT part of the Monthly Supporter Progr(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Sheffield is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Sheffield on Welcometosheffield.co.uk, Theoutdoorcity.co.uk, or Ourfaveplaces.co.uk.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Tapton School Presents Ranmoor Carol Concert
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: St John’s Church, Ranmoor
A chance to stop and enjoy the serene and reflective nature of Christmas set in the beautiful surroundings of Ranmoor church.
Tokyo Godfathers
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Alder Bar
Following on from our successful screening Paprika, we bring you another great one from Satoshi Kon, Tokyo Godfathers.
Messiah by Candlelight
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Cathedral Church of St Marie, Sheffield
Experience the magic of the Christmas season with this intimate performance of Handel’s most loved work.
Breakfast With Santa!
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: BHF Priory Centre @ Priory Campus
Join us at BHF Priory Centre on Saturday 21st December for a magical Brunch With Santa, perfect for the whole family!
Christmas Comedy night
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: The Old School House Venue
Get ready to laugh your way into the holiday season with our Christmas Comedy Night – a night full of festive jokes and good cheer!
Venture.Community Christmas Drinks. Hosted by Sedulo and Potter Clarkson
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Hideaway
Our Annual Community Christmas Party! Let the hair down, have a festive drink and celebrate the year with our community.
Festive Potion Making
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Grimm & Co
Join us at the Emporium of Stories for some wonderfully festive potion making.
Escape Room: Rob the Bank 2 – A Social Evening for Property Investors
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Chesterfield Escape Rooms
Join us for an exciting and immersive escape room experience where you and your team will work together to execute the ultimate heist!
Candlelit Winter Solstice Sound Bath
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: All Saints Eccleshall Parish Hall
Candlelit Sound Journey using gongs, crystal singing bowls and healing percussion.
Tarot & the Writing Path
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Orchard Square
This workshop will explore ways to use the tarot to guide and develop your writing.
Tomasz Karolak – stand-up muzyczno-gadany | Sheffield
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: Network
Zapraszamy na rockowo-gadany stand up muzyczny Tomasza Karolaka – bilety już w sprzedaży!
Syringe Driver training for Nursing Homes in North Derbyshire
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 17th
◦ Where: Ashgate Hospice
This training is for registered nurses working in nursing homes in North Derbyshire only
Yuletide Winter Solstice Circle for Cildren and Young People.
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 21st
◦ Where: Sheffield Goddess Temple, London Road, Highfield, Sheffield, UK
Come join us for a magical Yuletide Winter Solstice Circle filled with fun activities for children and young people!
BloomElle’s Santa Soirée
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: SADACCA (Sheffield And District African Caribbean Community Association)
Celebrate the season with BloomElle’s Santa Soirée! Dance, laugh, play games, and connect with amazing women in a festive, joyful space.
Strange Sheffield Ghost Tours: A Sheffield Carol – 18/12/24 – City Centre
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Tudor Square
Our Festive Ghost Walk Special!
Christmas Ornament Craft Evening – hosted by Hey Sister
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Over The Yardarm Bar & Kitchen
Come join us for a fun evening of crafting Christmas ornaments, a range of ornament options available! Come alone or in a group.
Vale of Edale Circular
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: The Penny Pot Cafe
A glorious winter hike around the Vale of Edale, taking in its iconic peaks of Mam Tor, Lose Hill and Win Hill
Life Dronfield Business Network – Christmas Meet Up!
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 19th
◦ Where: 21 Church St
Join other local businesses and business owners from the area, make connections, help each other out and potentially get some new business.
‘Strange Sheffield Ghost Tours: A Christmas Carol – 20/12/24 – City Centre
◦ When: Friday, Dec 20th
◦ Where: Tudor Square
Our Festive Ghost Walk Special!
Festive linoprinting
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 18th
◦ Where: Chantrey Press
Come along for some festive fun learning how to make a lino print.