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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Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional classical concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of Sheffield Cathedral

16 Dec 2025 19:30 - 21:30
A violin on a table covered in sheet music and a Christmas ornament off to one side.

Christmas by Candlelight with Simply Strings

Enjoy an enchanting festive evening as Simply Strings return to the beautiful Samuel Worth Chapel for a special Christmas performance.

18 Dec 2025 19.30
Three musicians seated in a circle perform with string instruments, surrounded by numerous glowing candles arranged on the floor. Music stands with sheet music are positioned in front of each player. The setting is dimly lit, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere with soft orange light reflecting off the tiled floor.

The Holiday in Concert

The beloved Christmas film, The Holiday, will be presented live in concert this winter across the UK, featuring its magical musical score performed live to the film by a full concert orchestra.

18 Dec 2025
Promotional graphic for The Holiday in Concert: Film with Live Orchestra. The design features two cropped scenes from the movie on the left, showing pairs of characters in close-up, and bold black text on a white background to the right that reads: “the Holiday in Concert – Film with Live Orchestra.” Below the title is a note: “A Senbla Presentation © 2022 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.”

The Bootleg Beatles

Following the triumph of their last concert celebrating the songs of the Beatles' iconic five films, The Bootleg Beatles return this year with their focus on another Famous Five.

19 Dec 2025 - 19 Dec 2026
Promotional graphic for “The Bootleg Beatles In Concert 2025–26.” The design features a large yellow number 5 filled with album artwork from The Beatles’ five bestselling albums: Rubber Soul, Revolver, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, The White Album, and Abbey Road. Text reads: “Featuring songs from The Beatles’ five bestselling albums.” The background is red, and the band name “The Beatles” is prominently displayed with “Bootleg” stamped in yellow above it.

Ding-Dong After Dark!

An evening of funk, soul, groovy Xmas cheer and a disco ceilidh!

20 Dec 2025 20:00 - 23:30
Poster for “Ding-Dong After Dark!” presented by Langsett Dance Orchestra. Features a stylized purple and white illustration of a festive character wearing a Santa hat, with a disco ball above. Text reads: “An evening of funk and soul, groovy Xmas cheer, and a disco ceilidh! Sat 20 December, 8:00 – 11:30 PM, Crookes Social Club.”

Hallam Sinfonia and the Steel City Choristers: At Christmas!

Hallam Sinfonia and Steel City Choristers return for a second annual Christmas concert at Sheffield Town Hall!

20 Dec 2025 15:00 - 18:30
Poster for “Hallam Sinfonia & Steel City Choristers at Christmas!” event. Green background with musical notes, snowflakes, and instrument graphics. Text includes: “Raising money for Isaacs Somali Community Association,” “Conductor Tom Owen & Eleanor Jarvis,” “Saturday 20th December,” “3PM & 5:30PM Sheffield Town Hall.” QR code for tickets and website hallamsinfonia.org.uk. Bottom text: festive favourites, sing-along carols, new arrangements, and choir solos.

Sterndale Singers Christmas Concert

The Sterndale Singers present their Christmas Concert, a Latin American celebration of Christmas.

20 Dec 2025 19:30 - 21:30
Poster for the Sterndale Singers Christmas Concert featuring an illustrated nativity scene with angels, shepherds, and animals. Text details include: ‘Sterndale Singers Christmas Concert,’ conducted by Robert Webb with David Watkin-Holmes (tenor) and instrumentalists. Program includes Navidad Nuestra and Misa Criolla by Ariel Ramirez, plus traditional Latin American villancicos and English Christmas carols.

Greystones Gigs - Christmas carol singalong

Concerteenies' Greystones Gigs bring brilliant musical experiences for all the family into the community.

20 Dec 2025 - 21 Dec 2025
Event poster with six photos of people performing on musical instruments and singing.

A Christmas Festival of Music 2025

A Sheffield tradition and a fantastic way to start your festive celebrations! Fronted by singer-songwriter John Reilly and Musical Director Lewis Nitikman, this very special show is now in its 13th year and will take place at The Octagon on Sunday 21 December.

21 Dec 2025 19.00 - 22.00
A Christmas Festival of Music 2025

Christmas Big-Band Ding-Dong

A family-friendly afternoon of festive tunes and Xmas cheer!

21 Dec 2025 14:30 - 17:30
Poster for “Christmas Big-Band Ding-Dong!” presented by Langsett Dance Orchestra. The design features a stylized red and white Santa face on the left, with bold festive text on a black background. Event details read: “A family-friendly afternoon of festive tunes and Xmas cheer. Sun 21 December, 2:00 – 5:30 PM, Crookes Social Club.”
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