Culture, sport, restaurants, holidays, social gatherings and more have all been badly hit by the Covid-19 emergency, which means the calendar has been in shreds since March.
But there is much to look forward to in 2021 if, as is hoped, the roll-out of vaccines works effectively and public confidence grows.
Here are 10 of the best things that are lined up next year in Doncaster.
1. Louis Tomlinson at the Dome
Fans of Louis Tomlinson can look forward to his rescheduled Doncaster Dome appearance on September 11, 2021. Photo: Gary Gershoff
2. Race For Life Doncaster
The 2021 Race for Life 5K and 10K events at Town Fields, in aid of Cancer Research UK, are set to happen on June 20. Photo: Holly Allen
3. Conisbrough Music Fest
A date for the 2021 Conisbrough Music Fest has been set - Saturday, July 17. Photo: Roger Nadal
4. Askern Music Festival
Organisers say they hope this popular festival will be back in July 2021. Photo: Mackenzie Sweetnam/Getty Images