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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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 December 2026.

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 - 06 December 2026.

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.

New Voices

A classical concert programme full of colour, charm, and rediscovery

05 Dec 2026 19:30 - 21:30
A studio portrait of a person in a dark suit holding a conductor's baton.

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.

Hidden Track - Christmas Special

Hidden Track's  2026 Christmas Special will be taking place on 7th December, 7.30pm at The Beaten Track.

07 Dec 2026 19:30 - 22:00
Poster for the event with a festive Christmas theme.

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.

The Wildhearts

The Wildhearts play live at Electric Studio.

11 Dec 2026 19:00 - 23:00
Four people dressed in dark clothing and leather jackets stand on a cobbled riverside quay beside a waterway lined with historic brick buildings. One person wears a flat cap, another has long dreadlocks, and a third wears a bowler-style hat. The overcast sky and wet cobbles create a moody urban atmosphere, with a bridge visible in the distance across the river.
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