Find out about the festivals, events, and activities coming to Rotherham, for everyone to enjoy!
SELF: There's More To Me Than What You SEE
An exhibition by artist Rob Young, created in collaboration with local young people. Reflect on identity through interactive installations and thought-provoking displays.
Where: Clifton Park Museum
When: Saturday 3 May 2025 to Sunday 1 March 2026
Cost: FREE
Ferham Festival
This one-day, free festival is a celebration of the fantastic community that surrounds it! Enjoy live performances, interactive workshops, walkabout acts, delicious food, creative workshops such as flag-making, Mandala art, ceramics, and more.
Where: Ferham Park
When: Saturday 5 July
Time: 1pm to 6pm
Cost: FREE
UPLIFT Urban Sport and Art Festival
Get ready for three days of high-energy action as UPLIFT Urban Sport and Art Festival returns to Rotherham Town Centre!
Where: Rotherham Town Centre
When: Thursday 31 July, Friday 1 and Saturday 2 August
Time: 11am to 4pm
Cost: FREE
House of Fun
In 2025, Wentworth Woodhouse has been transformed into the House of Fun! Wentworth Woodhouse isn’t a whisper-while-you-walk stately home. It’s a place where children can lead the way, adults can let loose, and everyone is free to have fun in a space that belongs to us all.
Explore stories of parties, excess, and fun in a new playful and interactive exhibition – expect costumes, games, and the grandest playground you’ve ever stepped into!
Where: Wentworth Woodhouse
When: Tuesday 5th August to Sunday 16th November 2025
WE Wonder
This August, WE Wonder will bring circus and high-wire back to the historic gardens, celebrating the stories of Rotherham’s daredevils! Expect artistic workshops and performances involving ‘flat-wire’, trapeze and clowning, where you will get the opportunity to have a go!
Where: Wentworth Woodhouse
When: Saturday 30 August
Cost:
- Adult (17+) - £12.50
- Child (5-16) - £7.00
- Infant (0-4) - Free
- Concession - £7.00
- Accompanying Carer – Free
Rotherham Show
Rotherham’s biggest FREE cultural festival is back this September, bringing Clifton Park to life with live music, outdoor theatre, circus fun, sports, workshops, food, fairground thrills, and so much more! Celebrate the spirit of Rotherham with a weekend packed full of fun, creativity, and community.
Where: Clifton Park
When: Saturday 6 September to Sunday 7 September
Time: 11am to 5pm
Cost: FREE
Gallery Town
From murals to sculptures to playful creations, Gallery Town transforms Rotherham into an outdoor art gallery and it’s all created by local children and young people!
This summer, look out for Rotherham Remix, a reimagination of All Saints’ Square through a surreal lens, blending real and fantastical imagery. Created by artist Ian Kirkpatrick in collaboration with 25 students from Bramley Sunnyside Junior School, the artwork features flying fish, dragons, and robots in a vibrant vision of Rotherham.
Where: Across the Rotherham Borough
When: All year round
Cost: FREE
Nelson's Cub Club
Join Little Nelson and the Clifton Park Museum team for stories, songs, and sensory activities designed for children aged 1 to 4.
Where: Clifton Park Museum, Clifton Lane, Rotherham, S65 2AA
When: Every other Wednesday during term time
Time: 10am to 11:30am
Cost: FREE
Whiston Gala
Bring your family and friends along to the Whiston Summer Gala! In the heart of the Village, this free festival promises an exciting range of activities, entertainment and craft stalls in the Parish Hall.
Where: High Street and Village Green, Whiston, S60 4HN
When: Saturday 5th July
Time: 3pm to 8pm
Cost: FREE
10 Harthill Festival
Indulge in a day of family fun at this much-loved community festival. Look out for live performances, have-a-go sports sessions, food stalls, fun workshops, fairground games and more!
Where: Spen’s Field, Woodall Lane, Harthill, S26 7XU
When: Saturday 12th July
Time: Starting at 12pm
Cost: Adults £3 / Conc. £2
11 RHS Activation Garden
Engage, explore, and re-energise at the RHS garden and flower show! RHS’ garden activation is a day out for the whole family, with unique gardens, talks and tips, children’s activities, floral installations, markets, and stalls to enjoy.
Where: Wentworth Woodhouse
When: Wednesday 16th July – Sunday 20th July
Time: 10am – 5pm
12 Courtside Tennis Festival
Courtside invites children aged 4 – 16 to get active at their free Tennis Festival. Enjoy the tennis courts at Clifton Park and get ready for a day of high-energy for all families. Equipment is provided and no playing ability is required, the only requirement is to have fun!
Where: Clifton Park
When: Saturday 19th July
Time: 11am - 4pm
Cost: FREE
13 Aston Carnival
Come along to this colourful community celebration where there will be a variety of exciting activities to enjoy. From a range of stalls, arts and crafts, live music and dancing, this free festival is filled with summer fun!
Where: Lodge Lane Recreation Ground, S26 2BB
When: Saturday 2nd August
Cost: FREE
Join us for Children's Capital of Culture 2025!
Together, we will make Rotherham a place that young people are proud to call home.
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