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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Clamlines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Delicious Clam

Clamlines is back for The Fringe at Tramlines for another year, with real pearl of a line-up.

23 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026
Promo poster for Clamlines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Delicious Clam.

Shakelines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ The Shakespeare

The Shakespeare are back for their annual Shakelines event! Another massive year of free live music supporting local artists. 

23 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
The Shakespeare logo, featuring an illustration of Shakespeare sat with a pint of beer.

Tonelines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Yellow Arch

From the altar of all things heavy, Tonehenge

24 Jul 2026 19:30 - 23:00
Promotional poster for Sheffield event Tonelines. The event's logo appears at the top in a distressed, dripping white font above the large word “tonelines”. Event details below read: “Friday 24th July, Yellow Arch Sheffield, free entry.” The background is dark and textured, resembling a forest or rough surface, with a large animal skull on the right side, creating a heavy, gothic aesthetic.

Jabslines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Jabbarwocky

Jabslines Friday Electronic Showcase with Isis Moray and Åyusp

24 Jul 2026 19:00 - 23:00
Graphic featuring the text “ISIS MORAY AYUSP” in stylised light-purple lettering across a dark, abstract background. The backdrop resembles swirling cosmic clouds or marbled ink in shades of purple and black, with subtle geometric shapes and pixel-like squares adding a digital, atmospheric feel. The overall design has a futuristic, electronic and space-inspired aesthetic.

Reglines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Alder

Private Regcords is bringing an absolute stacked line up for Alder's biggest Fringe at Tramlines yet. And it's free!

24 Jul 2026 17:00 - 01:30
Poster for the event, listing all the details alongside an image of a push button landline phone.

HATCHlines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ CADS Arley St Space

The HATCH goblins have been very naughty. There will be NO FUN at this years Tramlines Fringe at CADS and that's an order!

24 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026
Black-and-white punk-style festival poster for “Hatchlines ’26”, featuring the slogan “We’re banning you from having fun forever” and the large red text “HATCHLINES ’26” across the centre. The design includes a cartoon face, distressed textures and chaotic typography listing numerous bands and acts. Event dates are 24th and 25th July, with a QR code for tickets in the bottom right. The overall aesthetic is DIY, anarchic and deliberately cluttered.

Speed For Lovers, Goldivox & Freezer - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Plot 22

Plot 22 are doing Tramlines differently this year. They're opening the doors and turning up the heat with a massive line-up of live heavyweights and late-night selectors to kickstart the weekend's proceedings with a night of multi-genre delights.

24 Jul 2026 - 25 Jul 2026
Promotional poster for The Fringe at Tramlines 2026 at Plot 22, Sheffield. Headliners include Speed Lovers For, an electronic dance act, plus live performances from Goldivox (soulful funk and jazz-laden disco) and Freezer (psychedelic glam pop rock). DJs Laze B2B Annie Motion, Kom Kom and Creola play disco, house, garage, techno and bass. Event takes place Friday 24 July 2026, 8pm–3am, at Plot 22, 20–22 Exchange Street, Sheffield. Free entry before midnight.

The Other Festival - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Sidney & Matilda

Sidney & Matilda presents The Other Festival with 3 days of free music featuring over 40 bands across 3 different rooms!

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Poster for The Other Festival at Sidney & Matilda, Sheffield, taking place 24–26 July 2026. The black-and-white poster lists a three-day lineup of alternative, indie and punk bands across Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Headline acts include Femur, Alphabet, Beat Bunker, Flat Moon, Drury Hill, Steel Dancin’, Speed for Lovers, and SevenBy7. The poster states “Free Entry” and “All Welcome, Always”, alongside the Sidney & Matilda logo.

Big Band Weekender - The Fringe at Tramlines @ Kapital

The Big Band Weekender lands at Kapital for Tramlines weekend, bringing three days of live music to Sheffield’s biggest beer hall. Expect crooner classics, big-band brass, live saxophone, modern songs reimagined in swing style and laid-back Sunday piano.

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
A big band performing in a bar.

Cheaplines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Cheap Dates

Cheap Dates brings you their first ever Fringe At Tramlines event! With a heavy focus on punk and alternative upcoming bands, the weekend is sure to be a raucous affair.

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Poster for Cheap Dates Presents: Cheaplines, a free-entry three-day music event at Cheap Dates Bar, Sheffield, from 24–26 July. Neon green artwork features a skeleton surfer riding a wave. Friday’s line-up includes X2 Fast, Moskito, Penumbra, Anxiety States, Imaginary Friends and Concrete Fuzz. Saturday features Skint Knees, Period Drama, Under the Influence, Bait Britain, Rawdogg and Lavender Gray. Sunday includes Heaven Unknown, Displacer, Dusthouse, Mouthparts, Bumwave and Confyde. Free entry.

Four Leaf Festival of Live Music

A festival of live music done properly

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
The Four Leaf logo.

Tanlines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Gut Level

For The Fringe at Tramline Gut Level bring you… Tanlines!

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Poster for Tanlines at Gut Level.

The Fringe At Tramlines @ Forum

Come along to the Forum for three days of free live music as part of Tramlines Fringe. Relax on the terrace, soak up the city centre atmosphere, or head inside to catch an exciting line-up of local talent.

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
A person playing guitar on stage.

The Fringe At Tramlines @ Haggler's Corner

Haggler's Corner have got a right talented lot in to soundtrack Tramlines weekend for you!

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Poster for The Fringe At Tramlines @ Haggler's Corner

The Fringe At Tramlines @ Hallamshire Hotel

Tramlines Fringe returns to Hallamshire Hotel's Music Hall!

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Promotional poster for The Fringe at Tramlines at Hallamshire Hotel, Sheffield, from 24–26 July. Psychedelic blue and pink design lists live music acts across Friday, Saturday and Sunday, including Malch Pauka, Red Stains, Cordelia Gartside, Wench, Fever Dream, Kulus and Archi and the Astronaut. Text highlights free entry, DJs all day and a late licence until 4am.

The Fringe At Tramlines @ Katie O'Brien's

Expect live music from over 13 artists across the Tramlines weekend, with local talent here in Sheffield, all the way to Ireland.

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Busy indoor venue with a crowd gathered beneath green bunting, string lights, and chandeliers. Barrels line the upper wall, and a mirrored disco ball hangs overhead. People stand closely together around tables and the bar. Above, a person plays guitar on a balcony stage against a brick wall with a venue sign. The space has a lively, decorated pub or event atmosphere.

The Fringe at Tramlines @ The Church House

Vibrant free live music takeover at The Church House pub during Sheffield's Tramlines Fringe. Expect a packed weekend of local bands, buzzing atmosphere, and non-stop gigs right in the city centre — the perfect grassroots vibe alongside the main festival.

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Circular logo for Sheffield’s The Church House featuring a stylised winged rock guitarist in a black leather jacket and sunglasses, playing a blue electric guitar. The figure is centred within metallic rings on a black background, with the venue name “Sheffield The Church House” displayed around the edge in elegant serif lettering. The design has a dramatic, high-contrast, fantasy-inspired look in shades of blue, silver and black.

The Fringe At Tramlines @ The Harlequin

Three days, three promoters; lots of great music.

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Poster for the event.

Tramplines 2026 - The Fringe At Tramlines @ The Lughole

The best DIY punk, hardcore and egg from all over the country!

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Black-and-white illustrated poster with a punk-horror style design reading “Tramplines Returns.” A grotesque figure with exaggerated features shouts into a microphone among flowers and jagged shapes. Tombstone-like panels list bands for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Bold text at the bottom reads “24/25/26 July 2026, Lughole and Birdshit Bridge,” with ticket prices and a note that vegan food is available all weekend.

Washinglines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ The Washington

Washinglines returns for another year of hosting the finest bands from Sheffield and Beyond

24 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Retro-style promotional poster for Washinglines 2026 at The Washington pub in Sheffield, taking place 24–26 July. A vintage illustration of a woman holding a giant sheet is combined with psychedelic graphics, a washing machine and a beer garden badge. The poster advertises a free weekend of live music, DJs and entertainment, with headline acts including Cruush, Oslo Twins and Captain Avery. Full daily line-ups and venue details are listed against a bright blue background.

Jabslines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Jabbarwocky

Live acoustic sets from local artists Crimson Deer, Thom Barnett and Robyn Gair

25 Jul 2026 19:00 - 23:00
Promotional poster for a live music event titled “Jabslines”. Black text on a swirling marbled background of orange, cream, blue and pink. Text reads: “Jabbarwocky and Nosey Shot The Crow present Jabslines with Robyn Gair, Thom Barnett, Crimson Deer.” Event takes place Saturday 25 July at 8.00pm at Jabbarwocky, London Road. Free entry.

Jetfest

A free-entry all dayer on 25th July

25 Jul 2026 12:00 - 03:00
Promo image for the event.

Soul on the Fringe with Tony B - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Mr Wilson's

The very best of Soul, on vinyl, from the one and only Tony B! It's free entry!

25 Jul 2026 20:00 - 00:00
Modern bar interior with a sleek, curved counter in the foreground, lit by bright red, blue, and white neon strip lights tracing the ceiling. Behind the bar are drink fridges and shelves. The space features high tables with upholstered stools, patterned wall panels, and geometric lighting fixtures. A section of ceiling greenery adds contrast to the dark metal framework. Large windows on the right flood the room with daylight, highlighting polished wooden floors and a decorative tiled area near the bar.

The Fringe At Tramlines @ Hillsborough Social Club

Hillsborough Social Club are throwing an all day music event and BBQ for the Fringe At Tramlines.

25 Jul 2026 11:00 - 23:00
Brick building with a blue sign reading “Hillsborough Social Club” mounted above a row of white-framed windows. Red brick walls and a slate roof sit beneath a partly cloudy blue sky. Strings of small red-and-white flags are draped across the front, suggesting a celebration or event. A black pole stands near the sign, and a yellow defibrillator box is fixed to the right side of the wall. Steps with a metal handrail lead up toward the entrance, though the door is not visible.

The Fringe at Tramlines @ Tiger Works

Tiger Works have a variety of groups and artists playing the most popular original and cover songs.

25 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2026
Poster for The Fringe at Tramlines @ Tiger Works

Hardlines - The Fringe At Tramlines @ Yellow Arch

An afternoon matinee of hardcore, mosh and punk for free

26 Jul 2026 15:00 - 21:00
Promo image with the details and a list of all the bands playing.
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