On Satrurday July 18, the free event brings together the very best of urban sports and arts and culture for an exciting day of high-energy activity and creativity.
Between 12 and 4pm, the town centre will be transformed with a vibrant programme featuring dance performances, street art, activities, interactive workshops and more. Whether you want to get involved or simply enjoy the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone.
From lively performances and unexpected pop-up moments to roaming entertainment and an incredible dance performance in Minster Yard, there'll be plenty to discover throughout the day. You can also soak up the festival atmosphere with DJs performing in All Saints' Square.
Activities
Roller Disco - Roller Skating with Rockin Roller World in All Saints' Square
Lace up your skates and join in with a fun roller disco and workshops led by the experts. Drop-in all day.
BMX - Skills sessions with Rotherham BMX on College Street
Ever wanted to try BMX skills? Borrow a bike and helmet and test your abilities on mini ramps.
Boxing - With Unity Boxing Gym on College Steet
Practice boxing skills in an inflatable boxing ring provided by England Boxing, with pad work and floor-based activities.
The Bike Hub - College Street
Get your bike checked over by one of the expert mechanics at Journey Matters - they'll tell you if there's anything wrong with your bike and will even do small tweaks to it to make sure everything is running smoothly.
Actual Reality Arcade - High Street
Giant playable models of classic retro games: everything from a Donkey Kong-style challenge to life-sized asteroids and a huge scale Whac a-Mole.
Stalls - High Street
Take a look along High Street and discover a mix of activity providers and find out what is happening near you throughout the summer holidays.
DJ Workshops - With Rotherham Music at Snail Yard
Ever wanted to learn how to DJ? Join us in Snails Yard to learn how.
Basketball - With Sheffield Sharks in Snail Yard
Join in the fun and shoot some hoops with Sheffield Sharks.
Football Skills - Skills with Ash Randall on Church Street
Join us for a professional football skills demo, followed by workshops where you can learn new techniques and have a go yourself.
Parkour - With Nova City in Minster Gardens
Join the Nova City Team and have a go at parkour with their expert guidance.
Break Dancing & Beatboxing - Minster Gardens
Ever wanted to learn how to break dance and beatbox? Join us in Minster Gardens to learn how.
Scootering with Scootfit - Upper Millgate
Join us on Upper Millgate to try scootering with the help of experts from Scootfit, either bring your own scooter or borrow one of ours, helmets provided too.
Virtual Golf - The Bunka
Explore The Bunka and play a game of virtual golf in a free open day.
Rotherham Council are also hosting more free UPLIFT pop-up events around the borough this summer.
UPLIFT website
Images: RMBC
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