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

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Black History Month Community Civic Service

Sheffield Cathedral is honoured to host the second annual Community Civic Service for Black History Month, celebrating the national theme for 2025: Standing Firm in Power and Pride.

26 Oct 2025 18:00 - 20:00

The Twinkle Brothers (live) at Crookes Social Club

Legendary roots reggae group, The Twinkle Brothers bring their timeless sound to Sheffield, live and direct with full band

01 Nov 2025 19:30 - 23:00

Celebrating Caribbean Food, Culture, and Art

Come along for a day filled with delicious Caribbean food, vibrant culture, and beautiful art!

06 Nov 2025 13:30

Untold Story: Empowered – Nina Bhadreshwar

Hosted by Dom Heslop, one of Nina's former English students, this in conversation is a celebration of her work. It explores Nina’s journey from writing and publishing to working with legendary figures in counter-culture music and art.

06 Nov 2025 19:00

Slambarz x Pirate Studios present Behind the Bars

Slambarz, in collaboration with Pirate Studios, presents Behind the Barz. This powerful documentary follows 8 artists and 4 producers as they take on the challenge of creating a full record from scratch in just one day.

07 Nov 2025 19:00

Ibibio Sound Machine

Fronted by vocalist Eno Williams, London-based Ibibio Sound Machine is an eight-piece electronic Afro funk band, taking elements from modern post punk and West African ’70s disco to create their distinctive sound.

08 Nov 2025 19:00

Jay Prince

Experience Jay Prince live at Yellow Arch Studios. East London's own returns with his signature soulful sound and new music after a six year journey of growth and global collabs.

09 Nov 2025 19:30

Craig Charles Funk & Soul House Party

A celebration of funk classics, soul essentials and undeniable dancefloor anthems, the legendary Craig Charles brings his Funk & Soul House Party to Foundry this November following on from back to back sold out appearances at The Leadmill.

14 Nov 2025 19:00

JLS - The Club is Alive: 2025 Hits Tour

This autumn will see arenas across the UK and Ireland come alive with the sound of music as JLS announce details of 'The Club Is Alive: 2025 Hits Tour'.

14 Nov 2025 18:00

OXMAN at SADACCA

Oxman comes to the legendary SADACCA in Sheffield for a night of Reggae Muzik from the 60s 70s & 80s.

15 Nov 2025 20:00 - 2:00
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