It's big news for Sheffield as the city has officially been long listed to become the UK City of Culture in 2029.
It’s one of just nine places across the country to make the cut, alongside the likes of Blackpool, Portsmouth and Wrexham.
Winning the title could bring huge investment to Sheffield, thousands of visitors, and a massive spotlight on everything that makes our city special - and let’s be honest, Sheffield’s got plenty to shout about.
From music and film to art and grassroots creativity, culture runs right through this city, and it would be a huge achievement to receive this title.
So, what happens now? Each arena will now receive £60,000 to develop a full application with the aim to build a vibrant cultural programme by 2028.
The nine confirmed long listed locations are: Blackpool, Inverness-Highland, Ipswich, Middlesbrough, Milton Keynes, Portsmouth, Sheffield, Swindon and Wrexham.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said: "For far too long, opportunity has not been shared equally across the country. The UK City of Culture and new UK Town of Culture competitions recognise the enormous contributions made by communities all over the UK who are all part of the story of who we are as a nation.
"I look forward to seeing what the nine long listed places have in store as they progress in the competition. I also urge any towns thinking about entering the UK Town of Culture competition to seize this opportunity and get involved. It’s a chance to show the country what makes them unique and shine a spotlight on their cultural offer, enriching the lives of local people."
Go on Sheffield, we're rooting for you big time. We can't think of a city more worthy.
Sheffield Hospitals Charity and Meadowhall have announced the return of the Red Shoe Walk for 2026.
After a hugely successful debut event last year that brought hundreds of people together and raised over £12,000 - The Red Shoe Walk is back.
The community event returns on Sunday 2nd August and will once again see families and friends walk the accessible route around Meadowhall to raise vital funds for people living with dementia across Sheffield.
The Red Shoe Walk was inspired by one woman's lifelong love of red shoes - a simple memory trigger that helps her connect with her past.
As you lace up, you're invited to take a moment to reflect on your own memories. Photos, music, familiar objects and special places can help bring back older memories and create a sense of connection.
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Everyone taking part will walk a 2km route round Meadowhall. The walk starts at 10am with registrations open from 9am at the Summer Beach Club. The route is flat, accessible and suitable for all ages - so nobody has to miss out.
After the walk has finished you will get free access and unlimited rides until midday at Meadowhall's Summer Beach Club.
.Not only that, but singer songwriter Joe Carnall Jnr will perform live at the start of this year’s Red Shoe Walk.
Best known as a member of Sheffield-band Milburn and previously Reverend & The Makers, Joe will be joined by cast members from his brand-new musical ‘How Could I Forget?’ as part of the warm-up for the walk.
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The musical is a heartfelt love letter to grandparents, inspired by Joe’s own family experience with dementia and loss. The show has sold out an impressive three nights at Sheffield Theatres and tickets have recently been released for the Carriageworks in Leeds.
Joe said: “My grandad passed away with dementia over 10 years ago and I got the inspiration for the musical from him. I want to do the walk with my three young children, reminisce and tell stories about him and connect with other people who have their own experiences of dementia.”
Beth Crackles, CEO of Sheffield Hospitals Charity said: “We’re thrilled with how the first ever Red Shoe Walk brought our community together in solidarity and are beyond excited to bring it back for 2026. It will be such a poignant moment to have Joe and the cast from ‘How Could I Forget’ perform live ahead of the walk, and we’re so grateful for their support.
"We hope to see lots of people there, walking together as a community to make a real difference for people living with dementia and their loved ones.”
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Darren Pearce, Centre Director at Meadowhall said: “Dementia touches the lives of so many families across our local community, and we’re incredibly proud to be working with Sheffield Hospitals Charity to host the Red Shoe Walk for a second time.
“Building on the success of last year’s event – which raised over £10,000 for the charity – it’s brilliant to be welcoming Joe Carnall Jnr to perform this year. The performance will start the event perfectly, as people once again come together to raise vital funds for those affected by dementia throughout the city.”
Not only that, but football legends Tony Currie, John Pearson and John Breckin from Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday and Rotherham United have also joined forces to back the walk, raising awareness and funds for dementia care across Sheffield.
Prices are £7 per adult, £4 per child, £18 for a family of four and under 3’s go free. Each ticket includes an exclusive Red Shoe Walk t-shirt to wear on the day, access to a range of exclusive discounts at participating Meadowhall retailers plus free entry and free rides at the Summer Beach Club until midday.
Sign up by midnight on Thursday 30 July.
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Sheffield
Tramlines Festival 2026 stage times and lineup in full
Daisy Jackson
Tramlines Festival returns to Sheffield's Hillsborough Park this weekend, bringing together some of the biggest music names in the UK.
Taking place from Friday 24 July until Sunday 26 July, this year's headline sets will come from Fatboy Slim, Courteeners, and Wolf Alice.
Tramlines Festival 2026 also features huge sets from the likes of Kaiser Chiefs, Blossoms, Wet Leg, Rick Astley and dozens more across multiple stages.
Whether you're planning your weekend around your favourite acts or trying to avoid any clashes, we've got the full Tramlines 2026 lineup and stage times in one place.
Stage times are also available via the official Tramlines app and festival channels.
Friday 24 July
The Sarah Nulty Main Stage
Milly Pye - 12.15pm to 12.45pm
The Clause - 1.15pm to 1.45pm
Vanessa Carlton - 2.15pm to 2.45pm
The Coral - 3.15pm to 4pm
The Vaccines - 4.45pm to 5.45pm
Kaiser Chiefs - 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Fatboy Slim - 8.45pm to 10.15pm
T'Other Stage
Danny McLoughlin - 12.30pm to 12.40pm, 1pm to 1.05pm and 1.25pm to 1.30pm
Tom Wrigglesworth - 12.40pm to 1pm
Hayley Ellis - 1.05pm to 1.25pm
Reginald D Hunter - 1.30pm to 2pm
Lavelle - 2.30pm to 3pm
DJ Kyla C - 3pm to 3.20pm
Aziza Jaye - 3.20pm to 4pm
Maximilian Tanner - 4.15pm to 4.45pm
KEO - 5.15pm to 6pm
Starsailor - 7pm to 7.45pm
The K's - 8.45pm to 9.45pm
The Leadmill
Bethany Grace - 12.10pm to 12.30pm
Cruz - 12.50pm to 1.20pm
Saint Clair - 1.45pm to 2.15pm
Etta Marcus - 2.45pm to 3.15pm
Westside Cowboy - 4pm to 4.45pm
Radio Free Alice - 5.45pm to 6.30pm
Black Honey - 7.45pm to 8.30pm
The Open Arms
DJ Law and DJ Dylor - 12.30pm to 1pm, 2pm to 2.30pm
Wyleon - 1pm to 1.10pm
Benzokaine - 1.10pm to 1.20pm
Stando - 1.20pm to 1.30pm
AJ - 1.30pm to 1.40pm
Arz - 1.40pm to 1.50pm
NBPosted - 1.50pm to 2pm
Twenty Eighth Club - 3pm to 3.30pm
Riviera - 4pm to 4.30pm
Khamra - 5pm to 5.30pm
The Slow Cooked Bears - 6pm to 6.30pm
The Slates - 7pm to 7.30pm
The Leadmill Presents: A Harry Styles Pop Party - 7.30pm to 10pm
The Library
Molly Kids TV - 12.30pm to 1.05pm, 1.25pm to 1.30pm, 2.30pm to 3pm
Amazelab: "Colour Chaos!" - 1.05pm to 1.25pm
Taskmaster Education - 1.30pm to 2.30pm
In Conversation with MSF - 3.30pm to 4pm
Double Dollys - 4.30pm to 5.15pm
Rockaoke - 5.45pm to 6.45pm
Ellie Colton (BBC Radio Sheffield) - 6.45pm to 7.15pm
The Ogretones - 7.15pm to 8.15pm
Saturday 25 July
CMAT on T'Other Stage at Tramlines 2025. Credit: Andrew Whitton
The Sarah Nulty Main Stage
The Leadmill Studio Orchestra - 12.15pm to 12.45pm
Everly Pregnant Brothers - 1.15pm tp 2.15pm
Freddie Halkon - 2.45pm to 3.15pm
Sleeper - 3.45pm to 4.15pm
Rick Astley - 5pm to 5.45pm
Blossoms - 6.45pm to 7.45pm
Courteeners - 8.45pm to 10.15pm
T'Other Stage
Matt Reed - 12.30pm to 12.40pm, 1pm to 1.05pm and 1.25pm to 1.30pm
Louise Young - 12.40pm to 1pm
Tom Ward - 1.05pm to 1.25pm
Ross Noble - 1.30pm to 2pm
Day Fever Takeover- 2.15pm to 3.45pm
Creeping Jean - 4.15pm to 4.45pm
Lucy Spraggan - 5.30pm to 6pm
Inspiral Carpets - 7pm to 8pm
Gabrielle - 9pm to 10pm
The Leadmill
Gelder - 12.10pm to 12.30pm
Matt Hennessy - 12.50pm to 1.20pm
The Slow Country - 1.45pm to 2.15pm
Keyside - 3.15pm to 3.45pm
Girl in the Year Above - 4.30pm to 5pm
The Guest List - 6pm to 6.45pm
Seb Lowe - 7.45pm to 8.30pm
The Open Arms
DJ Law and DJ Dylor - 12.30pm to 1pm, 1.50pm to 2pm
Geerai - 1pm to 1.10pm
Nicole Marie - 1.10pm to 1.20pm
Leks - 1.20pm to 1.30pm
Lottie Dawe - 1.30pm to 1.40pm
Anarla La'Vay - 1.40pm to 1.50pm
TBC - 2.30 to 2.45pm
Anya Goel - 3pm to 3.30pm
Nydu - 3.45pm to 4.15pm
Darcy Rose - 4.30pm to 5pm
Miss Lilly - 5.15pm to 5.45pm
Norskov - 6pm to 6.30pm
Njambi - 6.45pm to 7.15pm
DJ Kyla C - 7.15pm to 7.45pm
Charlotte Branson - 8pm to 8.30pm
Big Ang & Siobahn - 8.30pm to 10pm
The Library
Molly Kids TV - 12.30pm to 1.05pm, 1.25pm to 1.30pm, 2.30pm to 3pm
Amazelab: "Power Up!" - 1.05pm to 1.25pm
Taskmaster Education - 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Under the Stars - 3.30pm to 4pm
John Kane (BBC Radio Sheffield) - 4pm to 4.30pm
Not A Band Presents: Theme-a-Geddon - 4.30pm to 5.15pm
John Kane (BBC Radio Sheffield) - 5.15pm to 5.45pm
Mr B The Gentleman Rhymer - 5.45pm to 6.45pm
John Kane (BBC Radio Sheffield) - 6.45pm to 7.15pm
Tragedy - 7.15pm to 8.15pm
Sunday 26 July
The Library Stage at Tramlines will be back for 2026. Credit: Carolina Faruolo
The Sarah Nulty Main Stage
Sam Scherdel - 12.30pm to 1pm
Lottery Winners - 1.30pm to 2.15pm
The Rosadocs - 2.45pm to 3.15pm
Reverend and the Makers - 4pm to 4.45pm
Wet Leg - 5.45pm to 6.45pm
Wolf Alice - 7.45pm to 9.15pm
T'Other Stage
Emmanuel Sonubi - 12.45pm to 1.15pm, 1.55pm to 2pm
Dom Joly - Trigger Happy TV - 1.15pm to 1.55pm
Abba Party - 2.15pm to 3.45pm
Matilda Shakes - 4.15pm to 4.45pm
Brooke Combe - 5.15pm to 5.45pm
The Royston Club - 6.30pm to 7.30pm
The Enemy 8.30pm to 9.30pm
The Leadmill
Junk - 12.10pm to 12.30pm
Brooki - 1pm to 1.30pm
Bleech 9:3- 2.15pm to 2.45pm
Femur - 3.30pm to 4pm
The Lilacs- 5pm to 5.45pm
Florence Road - 6.45pm to 7.30pm
The Open Arms
DJ Law and DJ Dylor - 12.15pm to 12.45pm, 1.35pm to 2pm
Mitchel X - 12.45pm to 12.55pm
Afrofina - 12.55pm to 1.05pm
Jae D - 1.05pm to 1.15pm
Unxqly Dan - 1.15pm to 1.25pm
Fuego - 1.25pm to 1.35pm
Sia Raw - 2 to 2.30pm
The Love Buzz - 3pm to 3.30pm
Eighty Eight Miles - 4pm to 4.30pm
Loom - 5pm to 5.30pm
M60 - 6pm to 6.30pm
The Leadmill Presents: Club Tropicana - 6.30pm to 10pm
The Library
Molly Kids TV - 12.30pm to 1.05pm, 1.25pm to 1.30pm, 2.30pm to 3pm
Amazelab: "The Coolest Show on Earth!" - 1.05pm to 1.25pm
SDK Dance Crew - 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Xanthe Palmer (BBC Radio Sheffield) - 3.30pm to 4pm
Play Your Cards - 4pm to 4.45pm
Paulette Edwards (BBC Radio Sheffield) - 4.45pm to 5.15pm
Brassic Parp - 5.15pm to 6.15pm
Paulette Edwards (BBC Radio Sheffield) - 6.15pm to 6.45pm
Thrill Collins - 6.45pm to 7.45pm
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