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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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Kate Rusby

Kate Rusby celebrates 20 years of festive joy with this year’s tour, ‘Christmas Is Merry’—a heart-warming tradition for thousands of fans. Her pure, unmistakable voice breathes new life into traditional South Yorkshire carols, winter songs, and Christmas classics, creating an enchanting, magical atmosphere.

14 Dec 2025 - 14 Dec 2026

A person seated in a patterned armchair with legs crossed, wearing a black dress and black shoes. The setting includes a dark green curtain backdrop and a polished floor with a mix of colours. A wooden acoustic guitar rests on the floor in front of the chair, leaning slightly toward the person.

Richard Hawley

To celebrate 20 years of Coles Corner, Richard Hawley returns to Sheffield City Hall for another landmark hometown performance. Come along and honour two decades of this iconic album in the city where it all began. Expect timeless songs and that unmistakable Hawley magic!

15 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2026

A person dressed in a dark suit stands outside an illuminated art deco-style building at night, holding a bouquet of flowers. The building features a curved canopy with round lights and signage reading “Richard Hawley” and “Coles Corner.” The background shows a deep blue evening sky and blurred figures walking near the entrance.

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.

Day Fever!

Full of people ready to party to the best feel good music, personally curated by Jon McClure of Reverend and the Makers, the gang behind Day Fever guarantee it'll be an afternoon of no holds barred fun times and dancing.

20 Dec 2025 14:00 - 19:00

The words: 'Day Fever' on a pale blue background next to a Pete McKee illustration of two people dancing.

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.”

Dirty Funking Queers

Gut Level are really excited to be running another Dirty Funking Queers night and this time it's the last chance to party before Christmas.

20 Dec 2025 20:00 - 02:00

Colourful event poster with bold text reading “DIRTY FUNKING QUEERS” in red and pink. Below, yellow text says: “Tech House, Acid beats, Nu-Disco served with dirty funky bass lines that tingle between your le.” Featured acts include “HausKlown” and “KDMiX.” Event details: Saturday 20th December, 8pm–2am at Gut Level, Chapel Walk, Sheffield. A QR code for tickets is at the bottom right, with a yellow arrow pointing to it. Background shows pop-art style illustrations.

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'.

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.

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

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.

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