July is set to be an expensive month for a lot of people in Sheffield, especially with the World Cup day drinking sessions draining the bank account and Tramlines set to cost plenty of people a pretty penny. Not to mention the kids are going to be off school and they’ll all need a brand new uniform and entertaining for a whole 6 weeks. So we thought we’d put together a list of free things that you can enjoy in Sheffield for the remainder of July and August. Hopefully they’ll help to nurse the old finances better.
Canalside Night Market
Situated between the River Don and Sheffield Canal, this new night time market has it’s own unique charm. Get down to the Southbank Warehouse for an evening of street food, drinks, live music, DJ’s and artists. It’s a great place to become familiar with some of Sheffield’s top independent businesses and street food traders.
The next Canalside Market is Saturday 28 July.
For more information see their Facebook page.
Heeley City Farm
Heeley City Farm is a great free family day out. Visit the animals and under 8’s can enjoy an outdoor play area. If you do want a bite to eat, homemade food is available at a reasonable price and all money goes back into funding the farm.
For more information see the Heeley City Farm website.
HSBC Let’s Ride Sheffield
This free bike ride through town is for seasoned cyclists or the whole family. If you’re trying to save money but want to spend time with your friends, partner or kids whilst getting some exercise, this is the perfect event. All you need is to bring your bike along. There’ll be a street festival for anybody on a bike including food, face painting, activities and giveaways.
Let’s Ride Sheffield takes place 15 July.
Register to ride via the Let’s Ride website.
South Yorkshire Festival
This free family day out will include entertainment from live music, dancers, donkey rides, bouncy castles and face painting. Head down to Wortley Hall to show some Yorkshire pride.
The event is free, parking costs £2.
South Yorkshire Festival takes place 12 August.
For more information visit the Wortley Hall website.
Sheffield Urban CX Round 2 : PHCX- Park Hill
Sheffield CX is about to embark on round 2 at Park Hill flats. Come along to see riders of all ages and abilities race around the infamous flat complex. Urban CX is about making cycling exciting and accessible to all. The day will be a fun day out for the whole family with food available all day.
Saturday 28th July 10am-7pm.
For more information visit their website.
RiteTrax on the Bole Hills
RiteTrax is a free one day community festival and market, which will aim to showcase local artists, musicians and and independent businesses.Taking place in the surrounds of the Bole Hill Recreation Ground in Crookes, there will be a combination of live music, hot food and interactive activities and workshops for children to take part in. Come as a couple or as a family, there’s a bit of something for everyone.
RiteTrax takes place Saturday 4th August.
For more information visit their website.
Record Junkee Jazz Night
Record Junkee are hosting their first ever Jazz Night this July, and entry is free. Ralph Salt Jazz is set to headline, a jazz legend with more than 50 years in the business. He will be supported by 15 piece party band, Tin Soldiers. The bar will open from 7pm and of course there will be a chance to browse the vinyl, of which Record Junkee boasts 25,ooo.
Thursday 19th July.
For more information see the Facebook page.
