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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Novacaine Festival 2026

The UK's New Music Discovery Festival returns on Saturday 28th November 2026.

28 Nov 2026 12:00 - 22:30
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Sibelius & Grieg

Masterpieces and miniatures for strings and piano by two giants of Nordic classicism. Grieg’s Cello Sonata is a passionate, expressive, dancing work, full of sweeping melodies and stirring tension. Sibelius’s taut String Quartet broods and bristles with soulful intensity and culminates in a fiery finale.

28 Nov 2026 14:00
A string quartet, sat in a circle facing inwards, are performing on a stage.

Big Special

Big Special play live at Electric Studio with The Joy Hotel, and Bradley Taylor in support.

03 Dec 2026 19:00 - 23:00
Two people stand outdoors beneath a clear blue sky, framed by leafy shrubs and a metal railing in the background. One wears sunglasses and a brown checked jacket, while the other wears a dark bomber jacket over a bright orange graphic T-shirt. Both are smoking cigarettes. The low-angle photograph creates a bold, stylised promotional portrait with strong sunlight and contrasting colours.

The Magic Of Christmas

A magical candlelit Christmas concert featuring a live string quartet performing festive favourites from film and tradition, surrounded by glowing candlelight and beautiful Christmas décor.

04 Dec 2026 19:30 - 20:40
A string quartet performs on a stage, surrounded by many candles.

Concerteenies at Christmas: Festive Singalong

Join Luke Carver Goss, Martin Harwood and Polly Ives at Steamworks for an interactive festive gig for 0-7 year-olds.

04 Dec 2026 - 06 Dec 2026
Promotional poster for “Concerteenies at Christmas – Festive Singalong” on a red background with snowflake graphics. Four photos show performers and families at a music event. One performer wears a Santa hat, another is decorated as a snowman, and a cellist is pictured with reindeer antlers and a red nose. Additional photos show adults and young children taking part in activities and enjoying the event.

Arbrevyn | 5th Dec @ Wild Traditions

Arbrevyn join Wild Traditions for a Christmas special featuring Cornish Carols and vocal harmonies.

05 Dec 2026 19.30 - 23.00
Three people stand outdoors on a hillside with a blurred landscape and cloudy sky in the background. The person in the centre wears a green knitted cardigan with a white floral pattern over a dark top. The person on the left wears a light shirt and dark jacket, while the person on the right wears a cream jumper and patterned scarf. All three face the camera in a posed group portrait.

Beethoven Appassionata

On the threshold of a Beethoven bicentenary year, Ensemble 360’s pianist Tim Horton launches his latest marathon project. With his familiar commitment, rigour and virtuosic playing, he embarks on the monumental feat of a complete Beethoven piano sonata cycle.

05 Dec 2026 14:00
Tim Horton sat at a grand piano.

GBH

Terraphile Promotions Events presents a night of live hardcore punk music at The Lughole with GBH, Ratcage, Shreds, and Under the Influence.

05 Dec 2026 19:00 - 23:00
Poster for a GBH gig in Sheffield on 5 December at The Lughole. Illustrated artwork shows a child standing on a stage holding a microphone and a toy, surrounded by rats, discarded objects and a speaker. A Palestinian flag hangs in the background beneath a large Lughole sign. Red text lists the bands: GBH, Rat Cage, Shreds and Under the Influence. Event details at the bottom include doors at 7pm and ticket prices £15 advance, £18 on the door and £7 youth.

Reich: Electric Counterpoint

A magnetic performer, prolific recording artist, and a curious and wide-ranging musical explorer, this is a chance to experience one of the most celebrated musicians working today in the intimate setting of the Playhouse.

05 Dec 2026 19:00
Sean Shibe stands, eyes closed, with both his arms outstretched to his sides, with an electrical guitar in one hand and an acoustic guitar in the other.

Barenaked Ladies

Barenaked Ladies play live at Electric Studio with Boothby Graffoe in support.

11 Dec 2026 19:00 - 23:00
Four people pose in a festive winter-themed scene with falling snow effects. One sits on a green park bench while the others stand nearby. Wrapped gift boxes are arranged around the bench. A vintage payphone stands on the left and a red fire hydrant on the right. The backdrop shows snow-covered mountains, pine trees and a sleigh silhouette in the sky, creating a playful holiday atmosphere.
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