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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Orchestra Baobab

Founded in 1970 in Dakar, Orchestra Baobab is more than just a band—it is an institution, a cornerstone of African music.

12 Oct 2026 20:00
A group of nine musicians pose together in front of a large Senegal flag featuring green, yellow and red vertical stripes with a green star at the centre. Most wear matching white tunics with black trim, while one person in the middle wears a sleeveless white outfit. The group stands closely together, smiling and facing the camera, creating a warm and unified portrait.

Michael Starring Ben

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic.

15 Oct 2026 19:30
Promotional graphic for MICHAEL Starring BEN. A performer in a black jacket, white shirt and black fedora stands in profile under bright blue stage lighting. Large white text reading “MICHAEL” spans the centre of the image, with “Starring BEN” in smaller white and red text beneath. The background shows a theatre auditorium and audience faded into a blue, spotlight-filled scene.

Trianglecuts, The Manifestation Group & She The Throne at the Samuel Worth Chapel

A triple bill of experimental music at the Samuel Worth Chapel

15 Oct 2026 19:30 - 22:00
Poster for the event.

House & Swagger

House & Swagger is Sheffield’s new home for chunky house, funky grooves and disco attitude. Proper selectors, big records, intimate energy and zero pretence.

16 Oct 2026 19:00 - 00:30
Black-and-white collage-style event poster with a distressed, street-art aesthetic. Cut-out ransom-note lettering announces “House & Swagger” on Friday 16th October. Featured artists include Adam Cournall, Muzdj1, paigeypro_dj, and DEE with a rare groove set. Additional text reads “Chunky house. Funky grooves. Disco attitude.” The poster includes abstract graphics, torn-paper textures, stylised faces, record label logos, and venue details: Grub Records, Sheffield, 7pm–late.

Superstition

Get ready to dance the night away as Superstition returns to the atmospheric Samuel Worth Chapel for a night filled with disco sparkle.

16 Oct 2026 20:00 - 1:30
Promotional poster for “Superstition,” featuring a close-up portrait of a singer holding a microphone against a dark background. The event title “SUPERSTITION” appears repeatedly at the top in large stylised lettering. A green starburst graphic announces “Fri 16th Oct 8pm.” A green banner across the lower section reads “DISCO FUNK” repeatedly. Event details at the bottom include The Samuel Worth Chapel, DJs JOE & Algie, tickets £10 plus fees, and a QR code for booking information.

Dutty Moonshine Big Band

For the last eleven years, Dutty Moonshine Big Band have carved their own path through the UK music scene.

17 Oct 2026 18:00 - 22:00
Black-and-white, high-contrast illustration of a solitary figure in a long coat and fedora standing on a wet, reflective street. The figure is silhouetted against angular shafts of light and abstract skyscraper shapes, creating a dramatic film noir atmosphere. Dark shadows frame the scene, with textured brush effects suggesting rain, mist, or urban decay.

Heads Will Roll club night

New clubnight Heads Will Roll plays the best in electroclash, dance-punk, witch house, indie-sleaze, riot grrrl, indietronica, art-pop, oddities and more.

17 Oct 2026 20.00 - 01.00
Poster for the event.

Sheffield Nablus Live-link Concert 2026

Joining live with friends in Palestine to share music and solidarity.

17 Oct 2026 17.30 - 23.00
:Two performers stand on a stage holding microphones during a live event. One wears a patterned shirt with a Palestinian scarf and blue hat, while the other wears a bright orange hoodie and black hat. Behind them, a banner spells “FREE PALESTINE” in large letters. Musical equipment, a chair and stage crew are visible in the background at The Crookes Working Mens Club. Image Credit: Leon Lockley.

Tangram: Rituals for a Changing World

From the intimate to the divine: an intriguing musical exploration of Chinese music and philosophy alongside European classical traditions.

17 Oct 2026 19:00
Two musicians stand in front of a rippling blue background holding their instruments.

Vaughan Williams: Songs of Travel

Music in the Round’s Singer-in-Residence Roderick Williams returns with a programme of heartrendingly beautiful English song, including Vaughan Williams’ glorious cycle Songs of Travel.

17 Oct 2026 14:00
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