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
Exquisite Corpse – An evening of Surrealist Parlour Games
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: The Crocodile Room
Join us at the Crocodile Room for an evening of Surrealist Parlour Games!
Remember that game you’d play as a child? Where you’d be given a piece of paper, draw a head, fold it, someone else would draw the body, fold it again, and another person would draw the head? Well, that’s actually an old Surrealist parlour game called Exquisite Corpse!
We’ll be playing a range of parlour games, including E(…)
Front End Sheffield: October 2024
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: Charles Street Building
**NEW (sort of) VENUE ALERT!**: We’re back at SHU and we’re once again in Room 12.4.12 at the **Charles Street Building**, Sheffield Hallam University, 120 Charles St, Sheffield, S1 2NE
Look for the FES signs up into the lift and the 4th floor, and please sign-in when you arrive.
This month: **Gergő Kocsis and Tom Johnson**
Our event is free and inclusive; we welcome people of all backgrounds a(…)
Make friends & Language Exchange Sheffield (recurrent link & event)
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: The Lost & Found Sheffield
**⚠️ Recurrent event ! We are approximately 10/15 people / event !**
**🍹/🍔 You are asked to order a drink or something to eat to participate (MANDATORY) ⚠️**
Meet new people – Make international and local friends – Speak languages (mingle) – Have fun 😉
**👉 Any question or request?** **[Reach out to us on Instagram](www.instagram.com/blablalanguage) !**
**👉 Some guidelines for a delightful e(…)
Indoor badminton @EIS
◦ When: Monday, Oct 28th
◦ 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 (…)
WEDNESDAY Spanish Language Exchange
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: Showroom Cafe, Sheffield.
💥**FREE FOR** 💥
* **NATIVE SPANISH SPEAKERS**
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* First Timers 🙂
💫**Join the Tribe -> [Sign Up Here](https://pay.gocardless.com/AL0014Z38FBVCJ)**
🌟**£2** for those who are NOT part of the Monthly Supporter Program or Native Spanish Speakers 🙂
Payment will be through **PayPal/ Monzo/ Revolut or cash** so please have a(…)
Deeper Conversations
◦ When: Monday, Oct 28th
◦ Where: Revolution Sheffield
Join us for a night of deeper conversation and connect with like-minded people.
Each table will be given a “conversation menu” with questions such as:
“Do you believe in free will?”
“What is happiness?”
“What are some things you‘ve had to unlearn?”
FREE TO ATTEND – Accessible
We will be in the Hidden Bar. If you can’t find us, just ask at the main bar!(…)
Coffee / Brunch at Cozy Corner
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Cozy Corner
This weeks coffee / brunch morning brings us to this excellent bistro on Glossop Road. We have a table reserved in the upstairs section of the venue.
The beverages served here are delicious, sourced from local roasters to serve delicious coffee at reasonable prices. In addition the teas are sourced from Brew Tea Co and are large leaf teas plucked from the top of the plant served in a pot. For tho(…)
Stitch and Bitch! 🪡🧵🧶🎨🖍️🖌️
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: KOPI & Chai
**Stitch and Bitch is heading into Spring, which brings the prospect of some outdoors crafting at some point, watch out for some special locations as warmer, longer days arrive! 💐🌺🌸🌱**.
Calling all crafty, arty, creative types, from complete beginners to the craftiest crocodile! 🐊 Come and join us with your current projects (or just an idea/goal to try something new) for some feel good vibes(…)
Awesome Walls Indoor Climbing Sheffield
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: Awesome Walls Climbing Centre, Sheffield
***You’ll need to be able to belay safely to participate in this meetup
***If anyone is keen to learn the skills then please send me a message
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 registered with Awesome Walls, which includes being able to belay & tie a figure of(…)
Noisenight176 – Seckou Keita and the Homeland Band
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: The Foundry, University of Sheffield Student’s Union,
Seckou Keita returns to his roots with his latest project Homeland, where he explores identity, sense of belonging, and questions the very idea of home, influenced by his own relationship with both his adoptive UK homeland and his native country of Senegal.
Bringing together seven of West Africa’s greatest living performers, Homeland is filled with new reworkings of ancient traditions and culture(…)
Free Meditation in Sheffield – at 6.30pm Wednesdays
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ 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, (…)
Sheffield Language Exchange – Every Thursday!
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: MOJO
Optional Halloween fancy dress! If you don’t feel like dressing up, don’t worry, you will still be very welcome to attend the usual language practice and socialising.
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(…)
Sheffield Laughter Club
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Common Ground Community Centre
Looking to bring more laughter into your life?
Join us for Laughter Yoga: A unique blend of laughter exercises and yogic breathing, promoting wellness through laughter without the need for jokes, humour or comedy.
Join in for a fun and uplifting experience that enhances physical and mental well-being. Laughter Yoga is a joyful way to reduce stress, boost your mood, and foster a sense of communit(…)
Sacred Play – Workshop
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: St Peter’s Hall, Common Ground
Hello! Ollie/Leaf here.
I’ve been researching the world of clowning for the past few years and have started to see synchronicities in the clown’s work of playing and connecting with an audience.
I believe these insights can be applied to holding rituals together. I would like to create a space where; we all have a chance to realize how brilliant we are, understand our needs and have those needs (…)
HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR!!! Board Games
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Parish Centre Stonegravels
An awesome night of board games!
We’ll have a good selection of board games to choose from so you’re sure to find something you like. Feel free to bring your own favourites too. Looking forward to meeting you!(…)
Speed Dating in Sheffield for 35-55
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Revolution Sheffield
**How Speed Dating Works in Sheffield**
When you arrive at the Sheffield venue you will be greeted by our friendly professional hosts. Once everyone has arrived and registered we will briefly explain the format of the evening. The ladies will then be asked to make their way to their allocated table. Once the ladies are seated the gentlemen will be asked to proceed to their first date.You will have(…)
Speed Dating / Sheffield / Age group: 21-35
◦ When: Monday, Oct 28th
◦ Where: The Botanist Bar & Restaurant Sheffield
**PLEASE NOTE: YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO TAKE PART IN THE EVENT UNTIL YOU HAVE PURCHASED A TICKET.** RSVP NUMBERS DO NOT REFLECT THE TOTAL NUMBERS ATTENDING, MOST OF THE BOOKINGS FOR THE EVENT COME FROM OTHER SOURCES.
To make a booking please visit our website **www.fastlovespeeddating.co.uk** . The normal price for this event is £17 per ticket, but you can get **£5 off per ticket** for you and you(…)
🍕 MID-WEEK PIZZA NIGHT 🍕 & Spanish Intercambio
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: Rudys neopolitan pizza
🍕**NEW NEW NEW -> Mid-week Pizza Night** 🎉
Let’s just mix things up a little 😎
I know we usually meet at Showroom for our usual Intercambio event… But on the 16th of October, we will bring our usual meetup to [RUDY’S!](https://g.co/kgs/VAEsqCQ)
Come join us for a laid-back evening of mouthwatering pizza, relaxed Spanish conversation, and great company at Rudy’s, home to some of Sheffield’s (…)
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
Mega Event 2024: BARNSLEY
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Barnsley Metrodome
MEGASLAM – LIVE IN BARNSLEY!
Performance: The Story of Diwali
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Millennium Gallery
Join us for a festive show on the story of Diwali, featuring traditional Indian theatre, dance and music, organised by SuNrit Culture Group.
Sheffield’s Flea Market
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: The Steamworks
A flea market filled with vintage fashion, homewares and collectibles alongside curated makers, coffee and incredible street food*!
Treasure Island: An Adult Panto by Far Out Theatre
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Mexborough Athletic Sports Club
Get ready for a cheeky romp with Far Out Theatre on Pleasure Island with their latest, adult pantomime!
Talking Plants
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: The Mowbray
A social evening for people who love plants, seeded in Sheffield, with roots across the North
Evil Feet Halloween Party
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Shakespeare’s
Evil Feet headline and host a Halloween party with some very special spooky guests. Ghostbusters theme will be played.
Korean Horror Night presents…. Train to Busan
◦ When: Monday, Oct 28th
◦ Where: The Steamworks
Prepare yourself for a terrifying night of South Korean Horror and street food at The Steamworks
Talk: Deliver us from Evil – Traditional Protections in South Yorkshire
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: Weston Park Museum
Join folklorist Dr David Clarke for this talk delving into the history of traditional protective marks in South Yorkshire and Derbyshire.
Strange Britain’s 3rd Anniversary Spooktacular at HERD Woodseats
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: The Herd
Join Adrian for his 3rd Anniversary special. There’s going to be thrills, chills, laughs, and more!
Conisbrough Ivanhoe Fusion Camp – October 2024
◦ When: Monday, Oct 28th
◦ Where: Conisbrough Ivanhoe Primary Academy
Active Fusion are thrilled to be offering our Fusion Camps during the upcoming October half-term. Please read the information carefully.
Halloween Tote Bag Screenprinting Workshop for Kids!
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: Cambridge Street Collective
Come join us for a fun Halloween workshop where kids can design and screenprint their own Trick or Treat tote bags!
Screamworks cinema presents… The Lost Boys
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: The Steamworks
Come and watch the iconic 1987 horror comedy at the Steamworks this Halloween.
Acid Seasons Winter: Fire Cider Workshop
◦ When: Saturday, Nov 2nd
◦ Where: Union Street
Learn how to make this cold busting tonic with both foraged and kitchen cupboard ingredients, and take some home with you!
Halloween T-shirt Printing Workshop
◦ When: Tuesday, Oct 29th
◦ Where: Cutlery Works
Come join us for a spooky good time at our Halloween T-shirt Printing Workshop and get ready to create some spooktacular designs!
Screamworks cinema presents… The Craft
◦ When: Wednesday, Oct 30th
◦ Where: The Steamworks
Come and watch this cult 90s horror film of all at the Steamworks this Halloween.
Strange Sheffield Ghost Tours – Halloween Night 31/10/24
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: Tudor Square
SOLD OUT – Please check out our other events including The Third Anniversary Spooktacular on Tuesday 29th October
Halloween Disco
◦ When: Thursday, Oct 31st
◦ Where: The Burton Street Foundation
Join us for a spook-tacular Halloween Disco! Dance the night away in costume, with great music, fun games, and eerie surprises!
Sheffield Plate Kids Halloween Haunted Disco!
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Sheffield Plate
Boo! Come and join us for Sheffield city centres biggest kids Halloween Disco!
Strange Sheffield Ghost Walks – Haunted Halloween 01/11/24
◦ When: Friday, Nov 1st
◦ Where: Tudor Square
Join us for a spine-chilling journey through the heart of Sheffield for an eerie evening of humour, horror, ghosts , and more!
Foam Monster Modelling / Sheffield Illustrators
◦ When: Monday, Oct 28th
◦ Where: Vocation & Co. Sheffield
Come along for a fun social and foam monster modelling session with fellow Sheffield illustrators. Get into the Halloween spirit!