Top Picks
Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.
We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.
1Free! (worth double-checking)GET READY FOR BARNSLEY’S BIG WEEKEND 2026 Barnsley’s Big Weekend returns to the town centre on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July with an exciting, packed line-up of entertainment. Enjoy the return of the popular Brassed On! Festival and the What’s Your Move family sports day. There’s something for everyone over the two days with […]
2Free! (worth double-checking)GET READY FOR BARNSLEY’S BIG WEEKEND 2026 Barnsley’s Big Weekend returns to the town centre on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July with an exciting, packed line-up of entertainment. Enjoy the return of the popular Brassed On! Festival and the What’s Your Move family sports day. There’s something for everyone over the two days with […]
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3Free! (worth double-checking)Explore textures and shapes in Hepworth's artworks and make your own clay sculpture to take home. Suitable for families with children aged 2-12. FREE with an exhibition ticket.
4Free! (worth double-checking)Get ready for the ultimate weekend party at Popworld Sheffield! Saturdays just got a whole lot better with non-stop tunes, unbeatable deals, and all the pop anthems you can handle. Come down early and score big: Arrive before 9 PM to grab your exclusive FREE ENTRY wristband! The best part? Your wristband guarantees you free entry for the entire night, so you can come and go or stay and slay on the dancefloor without paying a penny at the door. Here's what else we lined up for you: Massive Drink Deals: Enjoy a whopping 50% OFF DRINKS from 4 PM all the way to 10 PM! Yes, that includes our fabulous cocktails and legendary Partinis. Non-Stop PARTY: Our DJs are hitting play and spinning the biggest pop hits all day and night to keep the vibes high. Grab your mates, get in early, claim your wristbands and let's make it a Saturday to remember!
5Free! (worth double-checking)at Saeed Ahmed
The award-winning Crafting Live show returns to Doncaster Racecourse on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July 2026 for another unmissable weekend of creativity, inspiration, and hands-on fun! Crafting Live is the perfect place to stock up on crafting essentials, browse new products, enjoy live craft demonstrations and take part in fantastic make-and-take sessions.
6Free! (worth double-checking)at Nightrain
England are through to the Quarter Finals! Watch England vs Norway LIVE on Nightrain's huge big screen as England battle for a place in the Semi-Finals. There's nothing quite like watching a massive tournament game surrounded by fellow England fans, with a great atmosphere, cold drinks and the match on the big screen.
7Free! (worth double-checking)The event begins at Castlefield Gallery, where Steve Sutton will introduce Out Here , an exhibition bringing together artists whose work explores our relationship with the natural world through a range of media, including photography, sculpture, drawing and installation. Participants will then take a short walk to the Venture Arts studios in Hulme.
8Free! (worth double-checking)Browse fantastic and unique glass and ceramic work made by our members at Globe 2. A percentage of sales will be donated to Kirkwood Hospice and Macmillan Cancer Support.
9Free! (worth double-checking)2026 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield, from large music festivals and international sporting events to outdoor markets and lots of family fun. Get planning your adventures in Sheffield with our event guide.
10Free! (worth double-checking)The Woodford Community Duathlon is a welcoming, beginner-friendly run bike run and swim bike run multisport event in Cheshire, organised by McA Fitness & Events at Woodford War Memorial Community Centre, Chester Road, Woodford, Stockport, SK7 1PS.
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