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
Bach in the Round (first session)
Step inside the music of Bach, up-close and re-imagined, in this specially created 8 speaker surround-sound installation based on Bach's Sonata No.1 performed by violinist Benjamin Nabarro.
Bach in the Round (second session)
Step inside the music of Bach, up-close and re-imagined, in this specially created 8 speaker surround-sound installation based on Bach's Sonata No.1 performed by violinist Benjamin Nabarro.
Boo Hewerdine
From his band The Bible in the 80s, countless projects (including his work with Fairground Attraction's Eddi Reader), and, of course, his solo work, Boo Hewerdine is well known and celebrated for his songs and performances across the UK and further.
Cabaret Voltaire
Stephen ‘Mal’ Mallinder and Chris Watson will mark 50 years of CABARET VOLTAIRE live with an exclusive performance at FORGE Warehouse in Sheffield for SENSORIA Festival.
Jungle Lion
Get ready to experience a vibrant tribute event featuring Jungle Lion , a dynamic 11-piece SKA and Reggae covers band hailing from Sheffield!
London Concertante: Ella and Friends by Candlelight
Ella and Friends is a heartfelt celebration of the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald. Spanning nearly five decades of iconic music, this elegant cabaret-style performance brings her ingenious charm and translucent voice to life in the stunning surroundings of cathedrals across the UK.
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.
Spacey Jane
Bringing a touch of Aussie sunshine to our shores this winter, Spacey Jane bring their jangly indie goodness to Sheffield this October.
Keeping Music Live Tour 2025: Femur
Femur play live at Yellow Arch.
Rianne Downey
Rianne Downey plays the Foundry on 28 October 2025; both live and on record, her voice is a thing of beauty. And her songs are the perfect vehicle for it.
