This January we are running lots of fun events across Rotherham.
You can find the full list of our events here.
Children’s Capital of Culture - Festival Year
Rotherham is the world’s first Children’s Capital of Culture, designed and delivered by children and young people from across the borough.
Children’s Capital of Culture is bringing you a full year of creativity and community, and everyone is invited!
There will be music and magic, dance and drama, films and food, exhibitions and events, sports and stories, and a lot of fun.
To stay up to date with the exciting events planned, you can follow us on Facebook.
Find out more here.
Welcome to Otherham - Winter Light Festival
Rotherham will host a free Winter Light Festival from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 January 2025.
The festival will feature a captivating trail of projection installations across the town centre, bringing to life a reimagined vision of Rotherham.
Come along to see Rotherham Town centre like you've never seen before!
Take part in free creative workshops at Forge Island, Rotherham Minster, and Grimm & Co. throughout the weekend.
This is Otherham Winter Light Festival is brought to you by Flux Rotherham in collaboration with imitating the dog, Children’s Capital of Culture, Rotherham Council Events and Grimm & Co., forming part of the Children’s Capital of Culture 2025 Festival Year.
You can follow the event on Facebook or find out more here.
Christmas Pantomime – Robin Hood
There are only a few days left to join us for this year’s pantomime at the Rotherham Civic Theatre Robin Hood.
Beat the January blues and join Robin’s merry band of misfits: the larger-than-life Little Jane, our fabulous panto dame, the hilariously charming comic, Will Scarlet and the kind – hearted Freya Tuck. And of course, what’s a panto without a sprinkle of romance? Love blossoms between Robin and the enchanting Maid Marian.
When King Richard’s children, Polly, and Penny, escape from the clutches of the villainous sheriff, it’s a race against time!
Will Robin and the Merry Gang save them before it’s too late? Will they vanquish the Sheriff and restore peace to Nottingham?
Robin Hood promises to be a fun-filled adventure with all the usual, fabulous Rotherham panto madness.
Book your tickets here.
Be quick it finishes on Sunday 5 January!
Holocaust Memorial Day 2025
On Monday 27 January, residents are being invited to remember and pay tribute to those who have lost their lives in genocides across the world.
The event will be taking place at Clifton Park Bandstand from 12pm to 12:30pm. This will be an outdoor event and some seating will be available.
The event will include speeches from a variety of guests including the Mayor of Rotherham, local religious dignitaries, and representatives from the Council, as well as local school children who will be performing songs.
Find out more here.
Other events
There are lots of events taking place around Rotherham, here are some more upcoming highlights:
- Mindful Movement on Monday 6 January at 10:20am to 12pm at St Mary’s Church in Greasbrough. Find out more here.
- Nelson’s Cub Club: Recycle on Wednesday 8 January at 10am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2pm a Clifton Park Museum. Find out more here.
- Lantern Making Workshop with RSPB Wath on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 January at 10am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3.30pm at RSPB Wath. This is free to attend. Find out more here.
- Twigs, Twirls and Tails – Natural Mobile Making on Sunday 12 January at 10:30am to 2:30pm at Boston Castle. Find out more here.
- Volunteer Sessions with Park Rangers on Thursday 16 and 30 January at 10am to 1pm at Rother Valley Country Park for adults who are interested in hedge laying and other conservation activities. For more information or to register your interest and place please email rvcp.rangers@rotherham.gov.uk.
- Tell Them About Us Sheffield DocFest Growing Pains documentary screening on Saturday 18 January at 4pm to 7pm at Unity Centre. Find out more here.
- Nelson’s Cub Club: Swim on Wednesday 22 January at 10am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 2pm at Clifton Park Museum. Find out more here.
- Family History Research Workshop on Friday 31 January at 11am to 12pm, at Clifton Park Museum. Find out more here.
- Rotherham United Community Trust’s creative match day programme throughout January on Rotherham United’s matchdays. Find out more here.
- Museum Exhibition: Our Habitats, Our Home is open at Clifton Park Museum. Find out more here.
- Rother Valley parkrun in Rother Valley Country Park and the Rotherham parkrun in Clifton Park usually take place on Saturday's at 9am. Please note that these are not Council run events but led by volunteers.
Rotherham Theatres
Rotherham Civic Theatre has something for everyone from dance, drama, music, comedy, and musical theatre. Come along and join us at one of the performances.
Find out more about the Civic Theatre shows here.
The Arc Cinema
Located in Rotherham’s new retail and leisure destination, Forge Island, The Arc Cinema offers a big screen experience, combining both luxury and affordability.
Find out more about The Arc Cinema and book tickets here.
Rotherham Libraries
Rotherham Libraries host regular weekly activities across the borough such as: Lego clubs, Rhymetimes, computer classes, knit and natter groups, advice sessions, craft sessions, readers groups and local history groups.
For more information, follow Rotherham Libraries on Facebook.
For library events happening near you, visit the webpage of your local Library and Neighbourhood Hub or contact them directly.
Rotherham Markets
Start your Christmas shopping of treat yourself to some delicious festive fayre at one of our annual festive markets held on Howard Street and Effingham Street.
For more information visit the Rotherham Markets website or Facebook page.
Saturdays in Rotherham Town Centre
Regular events take place on many Saturdays in Rotherham Town Centre. Plus, free Saturday parking is available every Saturday in all Rotherham Council off-street town centre car parks.
Find out more here.
If you are cycling or using public transport, you can plan your journey here.