African Heritage & Culture events in Sheffield
Sheffield has a wide range of ‘African Heritage’ themed cultural events on offer throughout the year. Whether you want to be empowered, educated or entertained, there's something for everyone to enjoy. From fascinating talks, thought-provoking words and images, to music that will get your blood pumping and feet tapping – Sheffield has it all!
Events listed here are collated by the African Heritage Culture Forum, who work in partnership with organisations across Sheffield to help raise awareness, educate and support the recognition of the city’s diverse history and African heritage culture.
For more information visit their website here: www.africanheritage.org.uk
African Heritage & Culture events
Sinners
“You keep dancing with the devil, one day he’s gonna follow you home.”
Jamali Maddix
Writer and actor, Jamali Maddix returns to The Leadmill next April. Jamali is best known for appearances on; Hate Thy Neighbour, Spent, Break Clause, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Mock The Week, Live at the Apollo, and much more.
Lanre Bakare: We Were There
Join author Lanre Bakare in conversation with Sheffield writer and broadcaster Désirée Reynolds as they discuss 'We Were There', his exploration of Black Britain beyond London.
Simukai Chigudu 'When will we be free?'
IGSD Annual Lecture 2025: Simukai Chigudu 'When will we be free? On Hard Histories, Decolonisation, and Rethinking Development'
The Halfway Kid & Ashaine White
Catch The Halfway Kid and Ashaine White live at the Hallamshire Hotel.
SADACCA F.M. Screenings
SADACCA F.M. is a selection of films brought together by Memory Dance, White Teeth and Ashley Holmes, featuring a combination of archival material, installation art and experimental sound and moving image work exploring Sheffield’s rich musical and social histories.
SlamBarz: Slam City
Slam City - A Documentary by SlamBarz is a groundbreaking documentary that follows the journeys of five standout artists who have risen through the SlamBarz platform over the past year.
Festival of Debate x Gut Level Club Night ft. Plantainchipps & Savanna Boys
Powerhouse producer and DJ Plantainchipps brings high-energy sets to the dancefloor, joined by Sheffield-based Zimbabwean collective Savanna Boys for a night of amapiano, gqom, and afro-house.
Nabil Abdulrashid
Award-winning, international touring comedian Nabil Abdulrashid returns with a riotous new stand-up show.
Joycelyn Longdon: Natural Connection (Festival of Debate)
Join researcher and educator Joycelyn Longdon as she discusses 'Natural Connection', her deeply researched exploration of environmental justice, community wisdom, and the many ways we can drive positive change.
