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Sheffield Gaming Market - Sunday August 3rd

The UK's biggest and best market for gamers heads to Sheffield on 3rd August 2025 for the first time ever!

By REPLAY EVENTS

Date and time

Location

Ponds Forge International Sports Centre

Sheaf Street Sheffield City Centre S1 2BP United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No refunds

About this event

The UK's biggest and best gaming market heads to Sheffield on August 3rd 2025 for the first time ever - the launch Sheffield Gaming Market will take place at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre.

Run by award-winning gaming event organisers Replay Events with 15 years of event experience, 100s of events and over 250,000 satisfied past attendees, you can be assured our events are the best in the business!

If you’ve yet to visit a Gaming Market they are collector style events that focus on buying and selling games, consoles, merchandise, artwork and so much more. Simply put, imagine a massive venue filled with nothing but video games and merchandise retailers and thousands of gamers, collectors and fellow geeks eager to find a bargain. Gaming Nirvana!

Whether you are after that hard to find import title, that game you loved when you were younger or the perfect gift for your bestie, you will want to be at this event!


  • First door entry is available from 11:00, tickets cost £7.00 per person. Under 16's must purchase a ticket for this door.
  • Second door entry is available from 12:00, tickets cost £5.00 per person. Under 16's must purchase a ticket for this door.
  • Third door entry is available from 13:00, tickets cost £3.50 per person. Under 16's go free with a paying adult from this time. These tickets can be purchased on the door at the event if still available.
  • Fourth door entry is available from 14:00, tickets cost £3.50 per person. Under 16's go free with a paying adult from this time. These tickets can be purchased on the door at the event.

Please note cash sales will begin at 13:00 only if still available. If sold out cash sales will be from 14:00. Priority entry will go to those with pre-purchased tickets. The market is more relaxed after 15:00 and we would anticipate there would be minimal queuing after this time. Please take this into consideration when planning your visit. Under 16s require a ticket for entry before 13:00. Under 5s do not require a ticket for this event. The event will close at 16:00.

Visit the website for more info - www.sheffieldgamingmarket.com

Frequently asked questions

What time should I arrive?

You are welcome to arrive before your ticket entry time as we know you’re keen to start buying, however we ask that you do not arrive too far in advance!

Will those who buy advance entry tickets in advance definitely get priority?

Yes. Doors will open at 11:00 for people who have bought advance tickets online. Second door entry will commence at 12:00 giving advance entry attendees a full hour before everyone else. Our priority at opening will be to get everyone through the doors as quickly as possible.

Can I leave and come back into the venue?

Yes. Everyone will get a wristband on entry to the venue which will allow re-entry at any time. Please be aware that during peak times we will be operating a one-in-one-out system and you may have to join a re-entry queue to get back in, priority will be given to anyone who already has a wristband.

Is there parking at the venue?

Yes. There is on-site parking. Rates vary with hourly or daily options.

Are there concessions for carers and PAs?

Yes, a carer/PA will be admitted free of charge with a paying disabled attendee. Please email us once you have purchased the ticket to arrange a free carer's pass.

Do I need a ticket for my child?

Under 16s do not need to pay to enter when accompanied by a full paying adult after 13:00. If you wish to bring a child over 5 years of age for any other door, a ticket must also be purchased for each child attending. Under 5s are free at any time.

I’ve bought a pre-paid ticket but now I can’t make it. Can I have a refund?

We are unable to offer refunds for pre-paid tickets, but you are welcome to give them to a friend or family member.

Can I take photographs and videos at the event?

Photography and video is permitted, however we ask that you do not bring large cameras and equipment that will cause a trip hazard or disrupt others enjoyment of the show. We also ask that you ask permission before filming a vendor's stall.

Can I bring my dog to your event?

Sorry but no dogs are permitted at this event.

I missed my time slot, can I still attend at a later time?

You can't arrive earlier than your allotted time slot, however you can arrive any time afterwards until the show closes.

How do I exhibit at the Sheffield Gaming Market?

Everyone is welcome to exhibit at the gaming market – from established online stores to individuals selling off their duplicate games. Head over to www.sheffieldgamingmarket.com and fill out our contact form and a member of our team will get back to you!

Do the vendors accept cash and card payments?

Most traders accept card payments however it is always best to bring a little bit of cash for those individual sellers who don't have card facilities.

Organised by

Replay Events Ltd is a unique UK-based company specialising in the organisation of video gaming events and the supply of games consoles, computers and related equipment.

The Replay Events team are responsible for staging some of the UK’s biggest video gaming shows, markets and exhibitions. We provide equipment and technical expertise to a number of other successful expos and exhibitions across the UK, Europe and even as far afield as Singapore!

£3.75 – £7.49