This December we are running lots of fun events across Rotherham.
You can find the full list of our events here.
Christmas Pantomime – Robin Hood
Rotherham Civic Theatre will be showing this year's Christmas pantomime, Robin Hood, from Thursday 28 November to Sunday 5 January 2025.
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.
Our Habitats, Our Home at Clifton Park Museum
Our beloved brown bear is back to explore the past, present, and future of Rotherham’s habitats in this family friendly exhibition. Come along to find out about how Marco the bear’s search for evidence of his ancestors is going. Along the way he’s learning all about Rotherham’s changing habitats and wildlife.
Take part in our new trail around the exhibition! The trail is designed for young children to help them explore the exhibition and find some of the items in it. Don’t forget to count Marco’s paw prints in this colourful and fun, interactive trail. Pick up a booklet and start searching.
Find out more, here.
Parkruns
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.
Other events
There are lots of events taking place around Rotherham, here are some more upcoming highlights:
- Poetry Night with Ray Hearne on Monday 2 December at 8pm to 10pm at Wath Tap Pub. Free, just turn up. Find out more here.
- Mindful Movement & Gentle Exercise on Monday 2 December at 10.30am to 12pm at St. Mary’s Church Hall, Greasbrough. Free, just turn up. Find out more here.
- Nelson’s Cub Club: Build on Wednesday 4 December at 10am to 11.30am and 12.30pm to 2pm, Clifton Park Museum. Find out more here.
- Creative Poetry Writing Session with Ameerah Ali on Wednesday 4 December at 6pm to 8pm at Flux Rotherham Gathering Space. Free, just turn up. Find out more here.
- Greasbrough Winter Festival on Saturday 7 December at 3pm to 7pm at Greasbrough Working Men’s Club. Free entry. Find out more here.
- Rotherham Hospice Santa Dash on Saturday 7 December at 11.30am to 1pm at Herringthorpe Stadium. For further information email paula.figueira@rotherhamhospice.org.uk or call 01709 308900.
- Dinnington St. John’s Christmas Festival on Saturday 7 December at 10am to 8pm at Laughton Road. For further information email Asstclerk@dinningtonstjohns.org or call 01909 564169
- Meet Mickey and Minnie Mouse on Saturday 7 December from 11am at Rotherham Indoor Market and pick up a free Christmas treat. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
- Free Christmas Craft Workshop on Saturday 7 and 14 December from 10am to 1pm in Rotherham Indoor Market. Suitable for all ages. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
- Santa’s Post Box Saturday 7 to Wednesday 18 December at 8.30am to 5pm at Rotherham Indoor Market, in the ground floor seating area. Free letter packs provided for the kids to write and post their letter to Santa. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
- Spread the Word Poetry Writing Session with Vic Leeson on Tuesday 10 December at 10am to 12pm at Mowbray Gardens Library. Free, just turn up. Find out more here.
- Organic Wreath for Christmas on Wednesday 11 December at 9:30am to 12pm. This is £10 per person and includes learning how to make a wreath from natural items and taking your Christmas wreath home to display. To book a place email RVCP.Enquiries@rotherham.gov.uk.
- Performance by Rotherham Brass Band on Saturday 14 December from 12pm to 2pm in Rotherham Indoor Market. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
- Crafters Market on Saturday 14 December at 10am to 3pm on Effingham Street. Find out more here.
- Great Britain Cold Water Swimming Championships on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 December at 8:30am to 4pm at Rother Valley Country Park normal car parking charges apply spectators free. Find out more here.
- Nelson’s Cub Club: Roar on Wednesday 18 December at 10am to 11.30am and 12.30pm to 2pm, Clifton Park Museum. Find out more here.
- Free Mince Pies and Gingerbread Trees on Thursday 19 to Tuesday 24 December from 12pm in Rotherham Indoor Market, main entrance. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
- Family History Research Workshop on Friday 20 December at 11am to 12pm, Clifton Park Museum. Find out more here.
- Meet The Grinch on Saturday 21 December from 9.30am to 10.15am and 10.45am-11.15am and pick up a free Christmas treat. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
- Meet Santa on Saturday 21 December from 12.15pm to 1pm and 1.30pm to 2pm and pick up a free Christmas treat. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
- Traditional Christmas Gift Market on Saturday 21 December from 10am to 3pm on Effingham Street. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
- Pop-up Library with Mr Bear on Monday 23 December from 10am to 3pm in Rotherham Indoor Market. For more updates visit the Facebook page.
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.