Summer Events in Barnsley 2024
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7th July 2024: Wortley Vintage Vehicle Show
9th July 2024: Eldon Street Heritage Action Zone Celebration Event
12th July to 14th July 2024: Wortley Beer Festival
13th July to 14th July 2024: Barnsley's Big Weekend
15th July 2024: Barnsley Wind Bands Summer Concert
18th July to 25th August 2024: Tipi Summer - Pop-up Tipi Bar
20th July 2024: Tankersley Summer Fun Day
23rd July and every Tuesday and Wednesday during the 6-week Summer Holidays: Summer Explorers Camp
3rd to 11th August 2024: Inflatable Fun Days @ Barnsley Metrodome
18th August 2024: South Yorkshire Festival @ Wortley Hall
1st September 2024: Amazing Animals @ Barnsley Metrodome
7th to 8th September 2024: Peppa Pig @ Cannon Hall Farm
14th September 2024: Barnsley Garden Party
14th September 2024: Penistone Agricultural Show
When? 30th June 2024 9am
Where? The starting line is at The Glassworks (open in Google maps)
About: 1,000 runners taking part in this momentous race around Barnsley! Road closures will be in place for this event (see the link below for more details).
Website: More info here
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When? 7th July 2024 from 12pm
Where? Wortley Hall (open in Google maps)
About: A fantastic event for the whole family including bouncy castles, face painting, classic games and of course over 150 vintage and classic vehicles including cars, bikes, tractors and more! Free to attend for those wishing to show off their vintage cars. £5 entry for adults, £2 for children. Organised by the Wortley Rotary Club. Those wishing to bring their cars can turn up between 9.30am and 10.30am.
When? 9th July 2024
Where? The Civic, Barnsley (open in Google maps)
About: To commemorate the conclusion of the Eldon Street HSHAZ project, we are hosting a day brimming with enjoyable activities on and around Eldon Street. You can partake in:
When? 12th to 14th July 2024. Friday from 6pm. Saturday and Sunday from 1pm.
Where? Wortley Men's Club (open in Google maps)
About: Wortley Beer Festival is a festival of real ale, cider, music and food, held at the start of July each year. Offering live entertainment, free kids play area and dozens of beers, ciders and gins from all over the UK (but the best ones are from Yorkshire, obviously). This year the date falls on the day of the Euros 2024 Finals so you'll be able to watch England play on a big screen at the festival ;)
When? 13th & 14th July 2024
Where? Glassworks, Barnsley (open in Google maps)
About: With Brassed On, Barnsley Pride, What’s Your Move? and more all taking place over the same weekend you won’t want to leave Barnsley town centre! The town centre will have plenty of free, family-friendly entertainment and activities.
Website: More info here
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When? 15th July 2024
Where? The Civic, Barnsley
About: Featuring Penistone Junior Band, Barnsley Junior Band, Barnsley Intermediate Band and Barnsley Town Concert Band. Tickets are £6 (£5 for concessions)
Website: More info here
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When? 18th July to 25th August 2024
Where? Glassworks, Barnsley (open in Google maps)
About: Open every day from 11am, it is the perfect place to meet you friends for a night out, enjoy some after work drinks or reward yourself after a long day of shopping.
Website: More info here
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When? 20th July 2024 from 1.30pm
Where? Tankersley Hub (open in Google maps)
About: A great event for the whole family. Live music, free children's entertainment, a licenced bar and food is available from 1:30 pm.
Website: More info here
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When? From 23rd July 9.30am to 2.30pm
Where? Broadclose Farm, Barnsley, S75 4LY (open in Google maps)
About: A BRAND NEW OUTDOOR CAMP! Starting the 23rd of July and running every TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY during the 6-week holidays. Includes Archery, Axe throwing, Den Building, Air Rifle and so much more! For kids aged 10+ Free Places & Paid Places ( £20 a day ) including a meal. 9.30am while 2.30pm
We have limited places for this specialist camp and we expect them to fill fast, we have some FREE places and paid places. Complete the form below to secure your child's place.
Website: Register here
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When? 3rd to 11th August 2024
Where? Barnsley Metrodome
About: Perfect for kids of all ages, this event is set to be the summer's big hit, packed with nonstop fun and exciting activities in a lively and safe setting. Feating giant bouncy castles, obstacle courses and MEG slides! Open 9am to 4pm. Tickets cost £4.
Website: More info here
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When? 18th August 2024 11am to 5pm
Where? Wortley Hall (open in Google maps)
About: The hall opens its doors to provide Union, Campaign & Charity information stands, gift, craft and garden stalls to browse, plus BBQ, outdoor bar & refreshments will all be available. There is a program of FREE entertainment for all the family including live music, dancers, bouncy castles, face painting, children’s activities and much more! ADMISSION IS FREE. Car parking is £3 per car with all proceeds going to charities & Wortley Hall restoration fund.
Website: More info here
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When? 1st September @ 2pm
Where? Barnsley Metrodome (open in Google maps)
About: If you love animals, then you are going to love this show. A show dedicated to and celebrating all creatures great and small. The only show around that you get to see Life-sized crocodiles, Sloths, Reindeer, dinosaurs, penguins, Orangutans and maybe even a spraying skunk bursting out onto the stage right before your very eyes. Tickets are £16.
Website: More info here
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When? 7th and 8th September 2024
Where? Cannon Hall Farm, Cawthorne (open in Google maps)
About: The cheeky little piggy will be making appearances at intervals on September 7 and 8 – so have your cameras ready and bring your little ones for a perfect family day out. Seeing Peppa comes at no extra cost – it's all included in your farm admission. To make things easier for families, you'll be given a time slot to help us stagger visits and manage queues (though some queueing is to be expected at such an event).
Website: More info here
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When? 14th September
Where? Barnsley Civic (open in Google maps)
About: A weekend of live music and dance performances by artists from around the country. Free to attend, 2023 was a huge hit!
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When? 14th September
Where? Penistone Showground (open in Google maps)
About: The unmissable event of the year for residents of Penistone, Barnsley and surrounding areas! The Penistone Agricultural Show doesn't need much introduction as it's so well-known already.
Website: Buy tickets here
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What's on around Barnsley: Summer 2024
30th June 2024: Barnsley 10k Running Race7th July 2024: Wortley Vintage Vehicle Show
9th July 2024: Eldon Street Heritage Action Zone Celebration Event
12th July to 14th July 2024: Wortley Beer Festival
13th July to 14th July 2024: Barnsley's Big Weekend
15th July 2024: Barnsley Wind Bands Summer Concert
18th July to 25th August 2024: Tipi Summer - Pop-up Tipi Bar
20th July 2024: Tankersley Summer Fun Day
23rd July and every Tuesday and Wednesday during the 6-week Summer Holidays: Summer Explorers Camp
3rd to 11th August 2024: Inflatable Fun Days @ Barnsley Metrodome
18th August 2024: South Yorkshire Festival @ Wortley Hall
1st September 2024: Amazing Animals @ Barnsley Metrodome
7th to 8th September 2024: Peppa Pig @ Cannon Hall Farm
14th September 2024: Barnsley Garden Party
14th September 2024: Penistone Agricultural Show
Barnsley 10k Running Race
When? 30th June 2024 9am
Where? The starting line is at The Glassworks (open in Google maps)
About: 1,000 runners taking part in this momentous race around Barnsley! Road closures will be in place for this event (see the link below for more details).
Website: More info here
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Wortley Vintage Vehicle Show 2024
When? 7th July 2024 from 12pm
Where? Wortley Hall (open in Google maps)
About: A fantastic event for the whole family including bouncy castles, face painting, classic games and of course over 150 vintage and classic vehicles including cars, bikes, tractors and more! Free to attend for those wishing to show off their vintage cars. £5 entry for adults, £2 for children. Organised by the Wortley Rotary Club. Those wishing to bring their cars can turn up between 9.30am and 10.30am.
Website: More info here
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Eldon Street Heritage Action Zone Celebration Event
When? 9th July 2024
Where? The Civic, Barnsley (open in Google maps)
About: To commemorate the conclusion of the Eldon Street HSHAZ project, we are hosting a day brimming with enjoyable activities on and around Eldon Street. You can partake in:
- Eldon-themed family crafts in the Library at the Lightbox
- Street performers and entertainment
- A silent disco featuring songs written by Simon Armitage and LYR, all inspired by Eldon Street
- A complimentary cinema screening at the Parkway Cinema, showcasing films about Eldon Street, followed by a screening of Calendar Girls
This celebration day is free and open to everyone. More info about the Eldon High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) here: Eldon High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) (barnsley.gov.uk)
Website: More info here
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Wortley Beer Festival 2024
When? 12th to 14th July 2024. Friday from 6pm. Saturday and Sunday from 1pm.
Where? Wortley Men's Club (open in Google maps)
About: Wortley Beer Festival is a festival of real ale, cider, music and food, held at the start of July each year. Offering live entertainment, free kids play area and dozens of beers, ciders and gins from all over the UK (but the best ones are from Yorkshire, obviously). This year the date falls on the day of the Euros 2024 Finals so you'll be able to watch England play on a big screen at the festival ;)
Website: Get tickets here
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Barnsley's Big Weekend
When? 13th & 14th July 2024
Where? Glassworks, Barnsley (open in Google maps)
About: With Brassed On, Barnsley Pride, What’s Your Move? and more all taking place over the same weekend you won’t want to leave Barnsley town centre! The town centre will have plenty of free, family-friendly entertainment and activities.
Website: More info here
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Barnsley Wind Bands Summer Concert
When? 15th July 2024
Where? The Civic, Barnsley
About: Featuring Penistone Junior Band, Barnsley Junior Band, Barnsley Intermediate Band and Barnsley Town Concert Band. Tickets are £6 (£5 for concessions)
Website: More info here
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Tipi Summer - Pop-up Tipi Bar
When? 18th July to 25th August 2024
Where? Glassworks, Barnsley (open in Google maps)
About: Open every day from 11am, it is the perfect place to meet you friends for a night out, enjoy some after work drinks or reward yourself after a long day of shopping.
Website: More info here
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Tankersley Summer Fun Day 2024
When? 20th July 2024 from 1.30pm
Where? Tankersley Hub (open in Google maps)
About: A great event for the whole family. Live music, free children's entertainment, a licenced bar and food is available from 1:30 pm.
Website: More info here
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Summer Explorers Camp
When? From 23rd July 9.30am to 2.30pm
Where? Broadclose Farm, Barnsley, S75 4LY (open in Google maps)
About: A BRAND NEW OUTDOOR CAMP! Starting the 23rd of July and running every TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY during the 6-week holidays. Includes Archery, Axe throwing, Den Building, Air Rifle and so much more! For kids aged 10+ Free Places & Paid Places ( £20 a day ) including a meal. 9.30am while 2.30pm
We have limited places for this specialist camp and we expect them to fill fast, we have some FREE places and paid places. Complete the form below to secure your child's place.
Website: Register here
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Inflatable Fun Days @ Barnsley Metrodome
When? 3rd to 11th August 2024
Where? Barnsley Metrodome
About: Perfect for kids of all ages, this event is set to be the summer's big hit, packed with nonstop fun and exciting activities in a lively and safe setting. Feating giant bouncy castles, obstacle courses and MEG slides! Open 9am to 4pm. Tickets cost £4.
Website: More info here
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South Yorkshire Festival
When? 18th August 2024 11am to 5pm
Where? Wortley Hall (open in Google maps)
About: The hall opens its doors to provide Union, Campaign & Charity information stands, gift, craft and garden stalls to browse, plus BBQ, outdoor bar & refreshments will all be available. There is a program of FREE entertainment for all the family including live music, dancers, bouncy castles, face painting, children’s activities and much more! ADMISSION IS FREE. Car parking is £3 per car with all proceeds going to charities & Wortley Hall restoration fund.
Website: More info here
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Amazing Animals
When? 1st September @ 2pm
Where? Barnsley Metrodome (open in Google maps)
About: If you love animals, then you are going to love this show. A show dedicated to and celebrating all creatures great and small. The only show around that you get to see Life-sized crocodiles, Sloths, Reindeer, dinosaurs, penguins, Orangutans and maybe even a spraying skunk bursting out onto the stage right before your very eyes. Tickets are £16.
Website: More info here
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Peppa Pig at Cannon Hall Farm
When? 7th and 8th September 2024
Where? Cannon Hall Farm, Cawthorne (open in Google maps)
About: The cheeky little piggy will be making appearances at intervals on September 7 and 8 – so have your cameras ready and bring your little ones for a perfect family day out. Seeing Peppa comes at no extra cost – it's all included in your farm admission. To make things easier for families, you'll be given a time slot to help us stagger visits and manage queues (though some queueing is to be expected at such an event).
Website: More info here
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Barnsley Garden Party
When? 14th September
Where? Barnsley Civic (open in Google maps)
About: A weekend of live music and dance performances by artists from around the country. Free to attend, 2023 was a huge hit!
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Penistone Agricultural Show 2024
When? 14th September
Where? Penistone Showground (open in Google maps)
About: The unmissable event of the year for residents of Penistone, Barnsley and surrounding areas! The Penistone Agricultural Show doesn't need much introduction as it's so well-known already.
Website: Buy tickets here
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