Shake Things Up: Sheffield’s Biggest Cocktail Party is Here!

9th December 2024

On Saturday, 17th May 2025, Sheffield Chamber members Dandelion Activations and The Steamworks - will host a spectacular Cocktail Festival, the celebrating the very best of Sheffield’s thriving drinks scene.

So get ready to raise your glass!

From 2pm  to 8pm, enjoy an incredible line-up of 25 top bars featuring some of the biggest names in the drinks industry for a day packed with cocktails, creativity, and good times.

A Toast to Sheffield’s Finest

Discover a line-up of iconic venues, including Public, Bench, and Pearl—all named in the Top 50 Bars in the UK—plus favourites like Barrowboy,  Cubanas, the city's new Chocolate Bar from Bullion, and more. Sip on creative concoctions from global powerhouses such as Tanqueray No. Ten, Johnnie Walker, Bacardi,Casamigos, Havana Club, Monkey Shoulder, Absolut and more.

Whether you’re into spicy margaritas, fruity daiquiris, or refreshing non-alcoholic creations, there’s something to please every palate.

Hungry for More?

This isn’t just about the drinks! Indulge in mouth-watering food from local legends like Bench and Cowboy Burgers, with options for vegans, vegetarians, and meat lovers alike.

Not into cocktails? We’ve got you covered! Enjoy:

• Perfectly poured pints from Guinness and Thornbridge.
• A curated selection of wines by Gills & Co.
• Non-alcoholic options from our soft drinks partner Franklin & Sons, Seedlip, Everleaf, Guinness Zero, and Thornbridge, including expertly crafted zero-proof cocktails.

What Else to Expect

• This festival is a full-on celebration! Expect:
• Live DJ sets to keep the party vibe going.
• Masterclasses and demos, from perfecting Bloody Marys to Espresso Martinis.
• Instagram-worthy brand activations for all your photo-op needs.

Confirmed Bars: Bamboo Door | Barrowboy | Bench (Top 50 Bar) | Bullion | Cheap Dates | Chocolate Bar | Cubanas | Cuckoo | Dark Horse | Fire Pit | Forresters | Gills & Co | Kelu | Manahatta | Mr.Wilsons | North Town | Over The Yardarm | Panenka | Pearl (Top 50 Bar) | Poco | Public (Top 50 Bar) | Selenas | Watt Bar | Locksley Bar

Confirmed Brands: Casamigos | Ciroc |Tanqueray 10 | Singleton | Chase | Seedlip | Guinness | Thornbridge | Patron | Bacardi | St Germain | Grey Goose | Absolut | Havana Club | Monkey Shoulder | Kakira Spirits | Redbull | Everleaf | Laurent Perrier | Franklin and Sons | Takamaka Bay | Filey Bay | Locksley Distillery | Shankeys Whip

Tickets & Pricing

• Tickets are available now and make the perfect Christmas gift!
• Early Bird: £20 (includes two cocktail vouchers) – Sold Out!
• Early Bird T-Total: (includes three non-alcoholic cocktail vouchers)
• Standard: £25 (includes two cocktail vouchers)
• T-Total: £25 (includes three non-alcoholic cocktail vouchers)
• VIP: £45 (queue jump, three cocktail vouchers, a glass of champagne on arrival from Gills and Co and a goody bag) – Hurry as there are only a handful of these left!

On the day, additional cocktail vouchers will be available for £8 each (£7 non alcoholic) or 2 for £15.

If you want to join the party, simply click on this link to book your places: Sheffield Cocktail Festival.