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
Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical
Priscilla Queen of the Desert, based on the 1994 Oscar-winning film, is back with a dazzling, brand new 30th anniversary tour! This joyous Broadway and West End hit musical takes you on a hilarious, heart-warming ride as three friends hit the road across the Outback to put on the show of a lifetime.
Def Leppard
Def Leppard, one of the UK's biggest rock bands, play a home town gig at Utilita Arena Sheffield, on June 30 2026.
Grossbusters - The Monster Musical
When a slime-wave swamps Normsville, and monster mayhem erupts, Norman's secret explodes into the spotlight, and there's only one team to call - The Grossbusters!
Spooky Men's Chorale
A magnificent, many headed beast which has single-handedly turned the world of men’s singing upside down.
Soothsayers + The Lemur Conspiracy
Soothsayers’ most recent album Fly Higher (September 2025), continues their journey of cross-cultural fusion, showcasing both their trademark horn arrangements and new explorations in sound - hypnotic rhythms, horn-led melodies, rich vocal harmonies
Bold Sounds Meet New Worlds
An evening of orchestral classics and world premieres!
Comedy + R&B After Party – Saturday 4 July
A premium grown crowd night featuring live comedy followed by a smooth R&B after party at Genting Sheffield. A proper Sheffield night out for the over-25 crowd with laughter, music and great vibes.
Rum & Reggae 2026
The ultimate island experience returns next Summer! Bringing you pure reggae sounds with huge headliners & insane production...
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A rare chance to see a live recording of Radio 4's weekly music programme, where Jeffrey Boakye and Anna Phoebe explore the rich web of connections in music, from Beyoncé to Beethoven.
Back to the 80s Day Party
Step back into the 80s at this totally rad brunch featuring VHS, a live band bringing all your favourite hits from the decade of neon, synth, and big hair.
