Visit the Events Page for Off the Shelf events 2024

Celebrating books, words and ideas: 10 – 26 October 2025

Off the Shelf Festival of Words is one of the largest literary festivals in the North of England, bringing the best in local, national and international literary talent to Sheffield.

Each October we bring live events in real venues with the chance to hear some brilliant speakers in person, some of the best-known and rising stars in writing, arts and media. See the film below for a taste of last year’s festival.

We also have a collection of online events from previous festivals available to watch any time on the University of Sheffield Player.

Off the Shelf Festival of Words is brought to you by the University of Sheffield

We’re busy planning this year’s festival to give you the chance to dive into the wonderful world of books and ideas and reflect on issues that affect all. 

We look forward to seeing you!

Off the Shelf team

Tickets for all events will be available from early September. Watch out for early ticket releases.

Booking online: Please visit  offtheshelf.org.uk/events to book for all paid events and some free events that are bookable via the website

Booking by phone: Box office number 0114 249 6000

Book in person at the Crucible Box Office: The Crucible, 55 Norfolk Street, Sheffield S1 1DAPlease check sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/your-visit/booking-tickets for opening times for both phone and in person bookings.

Venue locations 2025

Visit the Off the Shelf website and click on the venue name for each event page for the address.

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