It’s been a busy few months in terms of big dos and we all know how forking out for tickets can place a fair dent into the bank balance before you’ve even got there. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a list of free entry events taking place this month – just take yourself and, if needed, a bit of pocket money to tide you over.
RiteTrax Festival
Bole Hills
Saturday 4 August
RiteTrax is a one-day community festival and market, which aims to showcase local artists, musicians and and independent businesses. Taking place in the surrounds of the Bole Hill Recreation Ground, Crookes, there will be a combination of live music, art installations, poetry, street food and interactive activities/workshops for children and adults alike to take part in.
ritetrax.co.uk
South Yorkshire Festival
Wortley Hall
Saturday 12 August
An annual summer event providing free fun for all the family, there’s a programme of entertainment on offer including live music, amusements, donkey rides, face-paints, outdoor activities, bouncy castle and more – all entirely free of charge. The grand 18th century mansion will open its doors with a range of stalls to browse and outside there will be BBQ, fish & chips and an outdoor marquee bar for refreshments.
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Canalside Night Market
Southbank Warehouse
Saturday 25 August
Situated on the bank of the River Don, this industrial street market offers a relaxed party atmosphere with a carefully selected food and drink traders. Expect award-winning snap to cater for every taste alongside drinks, live music, DJs and artists taking you through the night.
facebook.com/canalsidenightmarkets
Circus! Show of Shows!
Weston Park Museum
Wednesday 25 July – Sunday 4 November
Celebrating 250 years of circus in Great Britain, this new national exhibition created in collaboration with one of the UK’s foremost circus experts, Professor Vanessa Toulmin from the University of Sheffield’s, will shines a spotlight on the remarkable stories and culture behind the much-loved spectacle.
museums-sheffield.org.uk
Café Sessions
Yellow Arch
Wednesday 29 August
Following the success of the Neepsend venue’s previous Cafe Sessions, Yellow Arch is back for café (mambo) number five. On the bill this time round is dream-pop purveyors Heavy Lids, stripping back their ethereal sounds for a acoustic sesh. Singer-songwriter Zander Sharp will be making the pilgrimage up north from That There London to perform. Rev and the Makers’ ex-percussionist will also be throwing down some back-to-front guitar vibes.
yellowarch.com
Summer Craft Fayre
Tapton Hall
Sunday 5 August
One of Sheffield’s most-loved wedding and events venues is hosting its first summer craft fayre on 5 August. The fayre will feature a host of craft stalls from local makers and beyond, with some perfect gifts for friends and fam.
taptonhall.com
