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

 

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Mr Vegas

Sheffield, UK – Get ready for an electrifying night of reggae and dancehall as global hitmaker Mr Vegas brings his high-energy live show to Network, Sheffield.

25 Jul 2026 23:00 - 3:00
Promo image for the event with a picture of Mr Vegas in his shades.

Sheffield Festival of Reggae

After the huge success of ‘The Sheffield festival of Reggae 2025’, the event returns on Saturday 15th August 2026.

15 Aug 2026 13:00 - 0:00
Promotional poster for Sheffield Festival of Reggae on 15th August 2026. Features a stylized lion head in yellow, red, and green against a textured background with diagonal stripes in reggae colors. Text highlights: “Sheffield Festival of Reggae,” “All Day Saturday,” “3 Stages,” “Food Vendors,” and “Network Sheffield” at the bottom. Bold yellow date text stands out on the right side.

Moonlight [10th Anniversary]

A timeless story of human connection and self-discovery, Moonlight chronicles the life of a young black man from childhood to adulthood as he struggles to find his place in the world while growing up in a rough neighbourhood of Miami.

17 Aug 2026 15:00
Two people are in shallow seawater near a shoreline. One person supports another, who is floating on their back with their head above the water. Gentle waves ripple around them, and open water stretches into the background. The scene appears to depict a water rescue, lifesaving exercise or dramatic moment taking place at sea.

Luther Live & Velvet Voices

Step into a world of soul, romance, and unforgettable grooves with Luther Live & Velvet Voices, the ultimate live theatre experience celebrating the golden era of R&B.

10 Sept 2026 19:30
Four performers stand on stage holding microphones, dressed in sparkling and stylish outfits, including a sequined jacket and a bright red shirt. They are positioned in front of an ornate theatre interior with multiple balconies and glowing lights, creating a vibrant concert atmosphere with purple and blue stage lighting and mist in the foreground.

Jazz Voyage

Virtuoso composer, pianist, improviser, broadcaster, Julian Joseph is a jazz polymath. Acclaimed by critics and audiences the world over, he returns to Sheffield to promote his first studio album in 29 years.

18 Sept 2026 19:30
Julian Joseph playing piano.

A Night To Remember: Motown Show

A Night To Remember: Motown Show takes you back in time to 1960’s Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy show, packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time.

25 Sept 2026 19:30
A promo image for the event.

Character Through Movement

Roots Mbili: Character Through Movement we will explore exercises to understand how own body’s move, the history of our lives and bodies that has led to us moving and talking the way we do.

28 Sept 2026 11:00
A group of six people take part in an interactive workshop or rehearsal in a community hall. Participants stand in a loose circle, with one person at the front gesturing with raised arms while others watch and respond. Chairs line the edges of the room, and red curtains hang along the back wall. The bright indoor space has cream walls, overhead strip lighting and an open floor used for movement-based activities.

Soap Box Spotlight

Come along for a vibrant celebration of storytelling and new works in development with our Soap Box Collective.

30 Sept 2026 19:00
Promotional graphic featuring two head-and-shoulders portrait photographs side by side against plain backgrounds. The left portrait shows a person wearing a dark patterned collared shirt, while the right portrait shows a person with long straight hair wearing a burgundy top. Large gold text across the bottom reads: “WORK IN PROGRESS”.

A Sound is Still a Sound

Open Works Festival Presents a rehearsed reading of A Sound is Still a sound.

01 Oct 2026 13:00
Promo image for the event.

Kalakuther: Queen of Fela's Republic

Open Works Festival Presents a work in progress, KalakutHER: Queen of Fela's Republic.

02 Oct 2026 14:00
Three people acting on stage.
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