A view from the back of a crowd as they watch a lively band perform on the Yellow Arch stage

There are loads of great music venues in Sheffield that host brilliant musicians, bands, artists and DJs from all genres throughout the year.

Enjoy well-known names in some of the city's bigger venues, catch the next big thing in a pub backroom, or delve into the pioneering electronic scene... whatever you choose, you'll never be short of a great performance.

Delve into our music event listings below to see what’s coming…

Music events in Sheffield

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Northern Soul

Get ready to groove at this Northern Soul Disco Night, an electrifying evening celebrating the vibrant sounds and timeless energy of the Northern Soul movement!

09 Jan 2026 19:00 - 01:00
Promo poster for the event.

S&M Presents: Blacklight Animals

Sidney & Matilda presents Blacklight Animals on Friday 9 January 2026.

09 Jan 2026 19:45 - 22:30
A red logo featuring black text and a central graphic. "SIDNEY" is written vertically on the left, and "& MATILDA" is written horizontally at the bottom. In the centre, there's a cartoon-style beer mug with foam on top and a smiling face.

WRE SALON | Chopin and Franck

Sheffield-based chamber group The West Riding Ensemble invokes the intimacy of a 'salon' recital with Franck's Violin Sonata (soloist David Milsom) and Chopin's Piano Concerto no 2 (pianist Alice Power) in its original scoring for string quintet.

09 Jan 2026 19:00 - 20:35
Poster for a classical music concert by The West Riding Ensemble. It features a person playing a grand piano with long hair flowing over the shoulders. Text announces performances of Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 (original chamber version) and Franck’s Violin Sonata. Performers: Alice Power (piano) and David Milsom (violin). Event date: Friday 9 January 2026 at 7:00 pm (doors open 6:30 pm) at Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, Sheffield.

New Year Gala Concert

Enjoy a sparkling New Year Viennese Gala Concert with the Sheffield Symphony Orchestra, featuring Strauss favourites and classic musical highlights.

10 Jan 2026 15.00 - 17.00
A vibrant display of fireworks bursting against a dark night sky. Multiple colorful explosions in shades of red, pink, purple, green, and gold fill the scene, creating overlapping patterns of light and streaks. The fireworks vary in size and shape, with some forming large circular bursts and others radiating fine trails, giving a festive and celebratory atmosphere.

Sidney&Matilda Presents: Jessops

Sidney & Matilda presents Jessops with support by The Standers and Stonegrove on Saturday 10 January 2026.

10 Jan 2026 19:45 - 22:30
A red logo featuring black text and a central graphic. "SIDNEY" is written vertically on the left, and "& MATILDA" is written horizontally at the bottom. In the centre, there's a cartoon-style beer mug with foam on top and a smiling face.

Sidney&Matilda Presents: The Zebedees

Sidney&Matilda Presents: The Zebedees on Saturday 10 January 2026.

10 Jan 2026 19:45 - 22:30
A red logo featuring black text and a central graphic. "SIDNEY" is written vertically on the left, and "& MATILDA" is written horizontally at the bottom. In the centre, there's a cartoon-style beer mug with foam on top and a smiling face.

The Big Pants Party

Get ready for the ultimate ladies night out, celebrating the iconic soundtrack of a lifetime of fun, love and friendship! Gather your squad, dress to impress and go on a musical trip down memory lane with hits from your favourite artists

10 Jan 2026
The exterior of the Sheffield City Hall.

Tribute to 80s

Come along for a night of non-stop entertainment and pay tribute to the iconic artists and songs of the 80s that defined the decade.

10 Jan 2026 19:00 - 01:00
Promo poster for the event.

Tribute to the 80s

Come along for a night of non-stop entertainment and pay tribute to the iconic artists and songs of the 80s that defined the decade.

10 Jan 2026 19:00 - 01:00
Promo poster for the event.

Sidney&Matilda Presents:Breathe

Sidney&Matilda Presents:Breathe with support by Parallel Delusion and Rawrdogg, on Sunday 11 January 2026.

11 Jan 2026 19:00 - 22:
A red logo featuring black text and a central graphic. "SIDNEY" is written vertically on the left, and "& MATILDA" is written horizontally at the bottom. In the centre, there's a cartoon-style beer mug with foam on top and a smiling face.
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