The London 2012 Open Weekend 2010 took place on 23rd - 25th July - starting the countdown to two years to go to the Olympic Games. More than 975 events were staged across the UK - ranging from sport to art, and from dance to exhibitions, and 21 of them were held in Sheffield.
Each event featured a special challenge, and gave visitors the chance to try something new or take an existing skill to a new level. More than 2000 people took part in Sheffield events, with highlights including:
- Sheffield Try-Athlon: 3 types of Olympic inspired street entertainment happening across the City Centre over the three days including our 5 torch-bearing Olympians
- 2012 Metre Swimming Challenge: That saw dozens of participants at pools all over Sheffield swim a total of 2012 metres - that's just over 2 miles!
- 2012 Together: A national event that Concord Youth Marching Band took part in involving 2012 musicians all marching and playing at the same time at different locations all over the UK.
A full list of the 2010 Open Weekend Events programme can be found below!
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2012 Swim Challenge
Starting 19th July
Any swimming pool in Sheffield!
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Can you meet the challenge of swimming 2,012m for the Open Weekend?
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Health Checks
23-24 July, various times
Across Sheffield
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Activity Sheffield are hosting Health Checks across Sheffield.
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Active Circuits
23-24 July, various times
Two locations in Sheffield
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Activity Sheffield are hosting Active Circuits for the Open Weekend.
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The Sheffield Try-Athlon
23-25 July, various times
Across Sheffield
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The Sheffield Try-Athlon - circus workshops, demonstrations and walkabouts.
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Life at No 57: The Sheffield Terraced House Dig
23-25 July, 10am - 4pm
Heeley City Farm
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Heeley City Farm are giving everyone a chance to take part in archaeology.
Activity Sheffield's On Your Doorstep initiative for 11-16 year olds.
Click for more information on Activity Sheffield's Go For It Summer programme!
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Get Walking Keep Walking
24 July, 10am - 3pm
Starts at Sheffield Train Station
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Get Walking Keep Walking present three walks along Sheffield's "Golden Route".
A multi-activity day for children and adults alike!
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Tasting the Past
24-25 July, 11am - 3:30pm
Weston Park Museum
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Ever wondered what Henry VIII ate for breakfast?
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2,012 Together
24 July, 11:30am - 12:00 noon
The Moor
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2,012 young musicians playing simultaneously across the UK.
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Sheffield - My International City
25 July, 12pm - 3pm
Middlewood Park
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Art in the Park is challenging the local community.
Vox Night, a showcase of local artists, performers and musicians.