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: A Touch of Black Health

A Touch of Black Health is an immersive, community-led Black History Month programme designed to explore and honour the full spectrum of Black Health: Physical, Mental, Financial, Environmental, and Social.

03 Oct 2025 - 01 Nov 2025

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.

08 Oct 2025 19:15

Celebrating Black Writing

Ruth McDonald has guest curated a project dedicated to Black writers whose powerful words have profoundly shaped our world.

11 Oct 2025 - 17 Oct 2025

Emmanuel Sonubi: Life After Near Death

Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee and Best Show nominee, Emmanuel Sonubi is back on tour after sold-out performances at the Edinburgh Fringe, his European Tour, and his hit New York Soho Theatre run.

12 Oct 2025 18:30

Let the Light In – Lemn Sissay

Hear one of our most beloved poets read from this collection, a first aid kit for the heart, as well as his other work.

12 Oct 2025 18:00

Black is The Colour Of My Voice

Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live.

17 Oct 2025 19:15

La Rumba: Nubiyan Twist Soundsystem & Aroop Roy

La Rumba x Phonetics bring Nubiyan Twist's NT Soundsystem and Aroop Roy to Sidney & Matilda on Saturday 18th October.

18 Oct 2025 23:00

My Father's Shadow

Fola is an enigmatic figure in his sons' lives. As they traverse Lagos, Remi, and Akin begin to understand him as a person, and the sacrifices he has made for them.

18 Oct 2025 16:30

The Pharcyde

The Pharcyde bring the 30th anniversary of Labcabincalifornia to Sheffield.

22 Oct 2025 19:00 - 23:00

Sheffield Community Choir - Lift Your Voice

Experience the sheer power of Sheffield's own Community Gospel Choir! With their mesmerising vocals and soul-stirring melodies, they captivate audiences like no other.

25 Oct 2025 19:15
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