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
Slambarz Reloaded
Slambarz is back and reloading for what promises to be their biggest show to date!
Sapphira Cristál Live!
Prepare to be spellbound as Sapphira Cristál (RuPaul’s Drag Race S16) makes her much-anticipated UK debut this October (together with Plain Jane and Morphine) with ITDEVENTS UK!
The Drifters
The Drifters are the longest running singing group in pop history still performing live, having enjoyed over 50 hits world wide.
Bob Vylan
Anyone who’s seen Bob Vylan and their ferocious brand of hip-hop and punk before knows how good this is gonna be – they visit the Leadmill for a very special show this Halloween.
Craig Charles Funk & Soul House Party (The Foundry)
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.
The Wailers
Bands don’t come much more iconic than this – reggae legends The Wailers perform Legend – The Best of Bob Marley in full at The Leadmill this September.
The Stylistics
Direct from Philadelphia USA, one of the most Legendary Soul Artists Of all time. The Stylistics remain the real deal, fabulously entertaining and Musically breath-taking.
Empirical with Jason Rebello
Multi-award winners Empirical who are celebrated for their distinctive signature sound, a combination of complex, thoughtful writing and spontaneous improvisation will feature material from their new album, their first full-length release since 2016.
Gabrielle
After selling-out all 32 nights during last year’s ‘30 Years of Dreaming’ tour, Gabrielle now announces an even bigger run of shows for 2025.
Magic of Motown
The Magic of Motown has been seen by over one million people and it is no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history.
