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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Glimrz with Jacqui McKoy-Lewens

Steve Black's Glimrz Jazz brings singer Jacqui McKoy-Lewens for an evening of free Christmas Jazz

20 Dec 2025 20:30 - 10:30
Promo poster for the event with a stylised image of Jacqui McKoy on a black background along side the text '... with Glimrz Jazz, at Alder Bar, Percy Street, Sheffield S3 8BT, Saturday 20th December 8:30 - 10:30, Free entry'.

Mr. C and David H

Sidney & Matilda presents: Mr. C and David H on Saturday 20 December 2025.

20 Dec 2025 23:00 - 04:00
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.

Queens of Lovers Rock

Janet Kay, Carroll Thompson with Special guests Investigators Lorenzo Hall & Paul Dawkins live in concert. Saxon DJs Lloydie & Allan Brando.

20 Dec 2025 20:00 - 3:00
Poster for “Queens of Rock Christmas Party” on Saturday, 20th December, presented by Musical Therapy Entertainment & The Giants of Lovers Rock. Features event details: performers Janet Kay MBE, Carroll Thompson, Lorenzo Hall, Paul Dawkins, and Saxon Sound System for the afterparty. Venue: The Network, Matilda Street, Sheffield. Doors open 7 PM to 2 AM. Tickets: £25 early bird, £30 thereafter. Includes festive decorations and wrapped gifts at the bottom.

Shanghai Treason

Shanghai Treason play lives at Yellow Arch Studios on 20 December 2025.

20 Dec 2025 19:00
View from the audience watching live music at Yellow Arch venue in Sheffield

Speed for Lovers

Like dodging your works do, soggy sprout appreciation and wishing you'd started the xmas shopping earlier, the Speed For Lovers annual pre-yuletide bangers n bash is coming around again. Schlep into Xmas on Mad Saturday, the 20th December, down at Sidney & Matilda, and make a start on this years festivities... 

20 Dec 2025 19:30 - 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.

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.”

Tom Rowley

Tom Rowley – Very intimate show at Sidney & Matilda. Going it alone for the first time, Tom Rowley stands as one of the finest musicians to emerge from Sheffield’s remarkable generation of talent.

22 Dec 2025 19:30 - 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.

Concrete Cats Christmas Special

Come along for a jolly good time at this Christmas Special event! Get into the festive spirit with live music, and maybe even a visit from Santa himself. The event will be held at Sidney & Matilda, a cozy venue perfect for celebrating the holiday season.

23 Dec 2025 19:30 - 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: 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.
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