Organising an event
Public Events
Live Events Brochure
Whether you’re looking for an intimate gig venue for less than a thousand people or a major outdoor festival location for tens of thousands, Sheffield International Venues’ (SIV) event spaces are some of the largest and most unique in the North of England.
Download our Live Events brochure here.
Download our Live Events brochure here.
50,000
Outdoor Concerts at Don Valley Stadium
SIV can accommodate outdoor concerts for crowds of up to 50,000 people. Over the last two decades, Don Valley Stadium has hosted a number of major concert tours including U2, the Rolling Stones, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Spice Girls.
20,000
Outdoor Events at Don Valley Bowl
Create exciting events on Sheffield's finest open air green space, Don Valley Bowl. The Bowl is conveniently situated within SIV's sports quarter, allowing event organisers to utilise the facilities of neighbouring venues, Don Valley Stadium, EIS Sheffield, iceSheffield and the Motorpoint Arena.
2271
Irwin Mitchell Oval Hall
The Irwin Mitchell Oval Hall has hosted world class acts including the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix, and is the venue for the Sheffield International Concert Season and rock, pop and comedy shows.
The majestic hall can accommodate an audience of up to 2271.
The majestic hall can accommodate an audience of up to 2271.
12,500
The Motorpoint Arena
The Motorpoint Arena is a multi-purpose indoor entertainment centre, hosting shows & concerts by the world’s biggest stars & offering 38,000sq ft of event space.
The indoor arena is the region's largest event space with facilities to accommodate events for up to 12,500 people.
The indoor arena is the region's largest event space with facilities to accommodate events for up to 12,500 people.
430
Memorial Hall - Sheffield City Hall
The Memorial Hall is one of the most versatile rooms in the venue and can be transformed into an exciting space for a variety of business and live events.
This room is conveniently accessed independently to the rest of the building.
This room is conveniently accessed independently to the rest of the building.
800
The Ballroom
The magnificent Ballroom has been expertly restored to its Art Deco glory and is a striking venue for events of all sizes.
It is richly decorated with gilt columns, a painted ceiling and an illuminated glass dance floor - one of only two, remaining 1930s sprung dance floors in the North of England.
It is richly decorated with gilt columns, a painted ceiling and an illuminated glass dance floor - one of only two, remaining 1930s sprung dance floors in the North of England.
1700
The International Hall - Ponds Forge
Ponds Forge is conveniently located in the heart of Sheffield City Centre and offers some of the largest event spaces in the region.
The International Hall can be transformed for a wide range of events including, exhibitions, gala dinners and live events.
The International Hall can be transformed for a wide range of events including, exhibitions, gala dinners and live events.

