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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Dylan Earl live @ Alder

Dylan Earl returns for the second time to perform his gritty and forward-thinking country with sharp humour and a rebellious streak.

20 Aug 2026 19:00 - 23:00
Illustration of a box of matches, with a flaming steer skull and the words 'DYALN EARL' and 'THUR 20TH AUGUST ALDER'

Tuning In: Summer Specials

Join Concerteenies for Tuning In Summer Specials; music sessions designed for children who experience the world a little differently.

20 Aug 2026 10:00 - 11.15
Promotional graphic for “Tuning In – Summer Specials” on a warm yellow-orange background. Large white title text appears above images of a modern grey building with brightly coloured window frames and mural artwork, alongside two portrait photographs of performers. The building is labelled “Concerteenies”. Circular orange and cream shapes sit behind the images, creating a vibrant summer-themed design.

SOSA Extended Set | Groovebox at SteelYard, Sheffield

Groovebox presents SOSA Extended Set at SteelYard, Sheffield

22 Aug 2026 14:00 - 23:00
Promotional poster for Groovebox event featuring SOSA with an extended set and lineup to be announced. White text on a turquoise background with a colourful abstract burst graphic in orange, yellow and pink. Event details: Saturday 22 August 2026, 14:00–23:00 at Steelyard, Sheffield. Groovebox logo in the top left and SYSheffield branding at the bottom.

Rock N Roll Circus 2026 - The Kooks

On Thursday 27 August the Rock N Roll Circus will be headlined by The Kooks, with support by Milburn, Miles Kane, The Clause, Day We Ran, Cruz Beckham & The Breakers, The Kairos and Spanish Horses plus the incredible Rock N Roll Circus Performers.

27 Aug 2026
Large outdoor music festival with crowds gathered on a grassy hill and around a big red-and-white striped tent. Colorful vertical flags line the area, and smaller tents and stalls are visible in the background under a bright blue sky.

Rock N Roll Circus 2026

Expect the unexpected as the Rock N Roll Circus return's to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl in 2026. Set to take place over the weekend of 27 - 33 August, the Rock N Roll Circus is where the best in musical talent meets the weird and wonderful world of the circus.

27 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
Large outdoor music festival with crowds gathered on a grassy hill and around a big red-and-white striped tent. Colorful vertical flags line the area, and smaller tents and stalls are visible in the background under a bright blue sky.

Rock N Roll Circus 2026 - The Street

On Friday 28 August 2026 the Rock N Roll Circus will be headlined by The Streets with support by Babyshambles, Casisdead, Hakbaker,  Khakikid, Ellur and Sweet plus The Incredible Rock N Roll Circus Performers.

28 Aug 2026
Large outdoor music festival with crowds gathered on a grassy hill and around a big red-and-white striped tent. Colorful vertical flags line the area, and smaller tents and stalls are visible in the background under a bright blue sky.

Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival | SteelYard

Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival at Steelyard on the 29th August

29 Aug 2026 14:00 - 23:00
Promotional poster for “The Road to Nashville – Sheffield Outdoor Country Fest”. Western-themed design featuring cacti, cowboy hats, horseshoes, skulls and a desert backdrop. Tribute acts include Shania Twain, Luke Combs UK, Morgan Wallen Band, Lainey Wilson, Chris Stapleton, Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus and Ella Langley. Activities include line dancing, roaming entertainers, rodeo bull, axe throwing, vintage games, BBQ and smoker food vendors.

Rock N Roll Circus 2026 - Wunderhorse

On Saturday 29 August 2026, Rock N Roll Circus will be headlined by Wunderhorse with support by Baxter Dury, English Teacher, Fat Dog, Gurriers, The Molotovs, Basht, Bleech 9:3, The North, Theatre, Heidi Curtis and Goo plus The Incredible Rock N Roll Circus Performers.

29 Aug 2026
Large outdoor music festival with crowds gathered on a grassy hill and around a big red-and-white striped tent. Colorful vertical flags line the area, and smaller tents and stalls are visible in the background under a bright blue sky.

Bullet Tooth | Groovebox x Bounded at SteelYard Sheff

Groovebox x Bounded returns to SteelYard for a special Bank Holiday Sunday session, bringing a huge name in underground electronic music to Sheffield on 30 August 2026.

30 Aug 2026 14:00 - 23:00
Promotional poster for a Groovebox x Bounded Festival event. Brightly coloured shipping containers in green, yellow, red and blue float and stack against an orange patterned background with digital glitch-style overlays. Large central text reads “Bullet Tooth”. Supporting artists listed are Julian Anthony, Boss Priester, Jhobei, Taylor and H3. Event details at the bottom: Bank Holiday Sunday, 30 August 2026, 14:00–23:00, Steelyard Sheffield.

Rock N Roll Circus 2026 - Richard Ashcroft

On Sunday 30 August 2026 Rock N Roll Circus will be headlined by Richard Ashcroft with support by The Fratellis, Embrace, Cast, Villanelle, Ist Ist, Sofy, Tidetied, M06, Sundress and Sonni Mills plus The Incredible Rock N Roll Circus Performers.

30 Aug 2026
Large outdoor music festival with crowds gathered on a grassy hill and around a big red-and-white striped tent. Colorful vertical flags line the area, and smaller tents and stalls are visible in the background under a bright blue sky.
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