African Heritage & Culture events in Sheffield
Sheffield has a wide range of ‘African Heritage’ themed cultural events on offer throughout the year. Whether you want to be empowered, educated or entertained, there's something for everyone to enjoy. From fascinating talks, thought-provoking words and images, to music that will get your blood pumping and feet tapping – Sheffield has it all!
Events listed here are collated by the African Heritage Culture Forum, who work in partnership with organisations across Sheffield to help raise awareness, educate and support the recognition of the city’s diverse history and African heritage culture.
For more information visit their website here: www.africanheritage.org.uk
African Heritage & Culture events
RnB Rewind: The Day Party
Step into a night of smooth grooves and unforgettable vibes at R&B Rewind – bringing you the very best in old school R&B, soulful slow jams, and a sweet touch of reggae rhythms.
Dubcentral: Prince Jamo
Dubcentral is back with more Deep Roots and High Vibrations. This time, Prince Jamo joins them Live & Direct for a special DJ and vocal set, performing on the FULL Dubcentral Sound System!
Creativity Unleashed: Where Art Meets Attitude
Step into a world where fashion walks bold, art speaks loud, and music electrifies the soul.
Heads Up: Frank's Story
Told through an electrifying mix of theatre, film, beatbox, and rap, Heads Up: Frank’s Story is a bold coming-of-age adventure performed by a talented cast of young artists from refugee backgrounds.
The Sheffield Festival of Reggae
After the huge success of ‘The Sheffield festival of Reggae 2024’, The Sheffield Festival of Reggae returns for 2025.
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical
West End mega-hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, comes to the Lyceum as part of its first ever UK and Ireland tour.
Babatunde Aleshe
Star of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here and Taskmaster, Babatunde Aleshe returns to Sheffield after selling out his last show with there, in minutes!
Far Gone
“If I invited you to come with me on a journey, a story, will you come with me?” Northern Uganda. When Okumu’s village is attacked by the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA), he and his brother’s lives are changed forever.
Sheffield Jazz Double Bill: The Pocket Ellington/Vimala Row
Double bill featuring a classic Ellington sound followed by award-winning singer Vimala Rowe, a major talent on the British jazz scene.
Black is The Colour Of My Voice
Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live.
