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
In The Cut
In the Cut is a pop-up barbershop spotlighting Black men’s mental health and the barbershop as a healing space.
Migration Matters Festival Closing Party
Come and celebrate and cap off the incredible week that was the Migration Matters Festival in style! With some fine SADACCA catering, some of the city’s best DJs and, of course, amazing bands!
Sheffield 80s & 90s Soul Festival
This June 2025 visit Network Sheffield for a celebration of classic Soul from the 80s & 90s. You can look forward to live acts & DJs across indoor & outdoor stages, Food vendors, and delicious drinks.
We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson
Paul C Brunson, the world’s most influential matchmaker and TV star, brings his insightful commentary on how to create and sustain successful relationships through vulnerability, connection and understanding.
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.
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!
