All Event Listings
So much happens in Sheffield every week! This is our comprehensive event listing page for every single event that gets submitted to our website, from small workshops and community events to international sporting fixtures and citywide festivals.
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All Events in Sheffield
Goldsoul - Soul Night Out
The famous Sheffield City Hall plays host to another big Soul night out. Join us on Saturday 13th December 2025 for 3 rooms of Classic Dancefloor favourites presented by the North’s Best Loved Soul DJ’s. 9pm-2am. Be quick, it generally sells out.
Atomic 80s
Atomic, the world's sexiest 80s band return to Sheffield City Hall for Quake 5.
Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Formed in 1917, during the First World War, Grimethorpe Colliery Band is a British institution. National and British Open Champions on numerous occasions, the band’s contest successes remain legendary.
Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Formed in 1917, during the First World War, Grimethorpe Colliery Band is a British institution. National and British Open Champions on numerous occasions, the band’s contest successes remain legendary.
Sunburst
One of Sheffield’s fastest-rising bands, indie outfit Sunburst are back at The Leadmill this December following their massive sold-out headline show last Summer.
Atomic 80s Lunch
An 80s themed festive lunch with the iconic tribute band – ATOMIC.
Pitsmoor Christmas Cabaret
Festive cabaret with comedy, poetry and live band
The Tumbling Paddies
One of Ireland’s most popular acts, The Tumbling Paddies bring their rousing trad-crossover live show to Sheffield for the very first time! Having grown from strength to strength over the past few years, it is no surprise that their music is being played in venues all over the world.
Frozen Cinema Experience
Join OEC Sheffield for a magical afternoon with a sprinkle of holiday cheer at their Frozen Sing-Along Cinema experience!
90s NYE Party at Riverside Kelham
Ring in 2025 at The Riverside Kelham’s NYE 90s Party! Enjoy a BBQ feast, Britpop beats, Britney classics, nostalgic drinks, fancy dress fun, and a midnight toast. Tickets £25, pre-booking essential.
New Years Eve
Celebrate the arrival of a new year with a spectacular New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner! Join OEC Sheffield on the last night of the year for a celebration of glamour, entertainment, and delicious food.
A New Year Viennese Gala Concert
A lively and entertaining concert to ring in the New Year.
Tommy Smith & Gwilym Simcock Duo
Internationally acclaimed saxophonist Tommy Smith and Gwilym Simcock, renowned as one of the most gifted pianists on the European scene, come together for an acoustic night of intensely musical duets and dazzling improvisation.
Mergaliyev Classical Ballet's Swan Lake
Swan Lake is arguably the world’s most popular ballet, and a timeless tale. Prince Siegfried falls in love with Odette, Queen of the Swans, only to be tricked into betraying her by the wicked von Rothbart and his daughter Odile.
Dave O’Higgins’ Monkin’ Around Quartet
Tenor sax maestro and Sheffield Jazz favourite Dave O’Higgins returns with his latest project ‘Monkin’ Around’ playing more music by the great Thelonious Monk.
The Rite Of Spring
An all-Russian evening of music for two pianos, performed by two of the UK’s leading concert pianists, Tim Horton and Ivana Gavrić.
Gershwin & The Great American Songbook
Violinist Lizzie Ball has performed around the world with stars including Nigel Kennedy, Ariana Grande and Hugh Jackman. She returns to her native Sheffield with pianist James Pearson for an afternoon of timeless music for violin and piano.
K.O.G Music Workshops With Kweku Sackey
Come along for an exciting chance to work closely with the Afro-fusion king K.O.G (Kweku of Ghana). In this masterclass, unveil the secrets to success on how to develop your craft, elevate your music and boost your confidence.
Sounds of Now: Rakhi Singh - Violin and Electronics
One of the leading figures in the UK’s contemporary music scene, violinist and composer Rakhi Singh has garnered critical acclaim for her adventurous and boundary-crossing programmes.
Endcliffe Orchestra Winter Concert
Join Endcliffe Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of classical favourites.
The Big Pants Party
The Big Pants party is the ultimate ladies night out, celebrating the iconic soundtrack of a lifetime of fun, love and friendship.
The John Martyn Project Vol.1
An ongoing and unique homage to a truly pioneering and unique musical soul.
Birds And Bagatelles
This concert of playful music for wind quintet, performed by members of Ensemble 360, promises to transport you to an English meadow, the Danish countryside, and a sultry New York summer.
ELO Again
ELO AGAIN are back with their stunning 'Re-Discovery Tour' celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.
BBC Philharmonic
A regular guest to the series, the BBC Philharmonic returns with its Chief Conductor, John Storgårds, for a concert of works by two composers who were giants in their own rights.
Alt Folk/Americana "Ernest Aines" - Tales Of A Modern Man
The Tales of a Modern Man tour will bring Aines' poignant melodies and heartfelt storytelling to life in the Victoria Hall.
Sounds of Now: Quartet for Heart & Breath
Music by Arcade Fire’s Richard Reed Parry opens this concert of sumptuous, 21st century compositions for string quartet, performed by Phaedra Ensemble with Lotte Betts-Dean, a vocalist praised by The Guardian for her “unmissable, urgent musicality”.
The Magic Numbers
Flying Donkey Events present The Magic Numbers
Fastlove - A Tribute to George Michael
The George Michael Tribute direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration!
The Olllam
Known for their trailblazing blend of traditional Irish instruments with long, cyclical melodies, fusing jazz, and psych-post-rock, The Olllam continues to push musical boundaries. This show features; Scotland’s whistle ace Ross Ainslie up front with Irish piper John McSherry, alongside Joe Dart, Michael Shimmin, Joe Hettinga, and Seán O’Meara.
Sheffield Lunar Chinese New Year Celebration 2025
Sheffield is set to celebrate the Lunar Chinese New Year with a huge festival taking place on 1 - 2 February 2025. The festival will transform the city centre into a vast celebration of culture, with an exciting programme of events and performances.
Sultan Stevenson Trio
Sultan Stevenson, one of the most exciting young jazz musicians whose captivating performances and original compositions have led to his rapid rise on the London scene, with his trio at Sheffield Jazz.
The Heavy Souls
The Heavy Souls, heavy blues rock powerhouse from the steel city of Sheffield, will perform their biggest show to date at The Leadmill. With a sound as raw and unapologetic as the industrial roots of their hometown, The Heavy Souls channel the gritty spirit of blues and the thunderous energy of rock into a sonically joyous experience.
Get It On!
It’s time to bang a gong and Get it On for - one night of glam rock! From the producers who brought you the hit show "Lost in Music". Girls rock your boys at the biggest glam rock show of a generation!
Relaxed Concert: The Lark Ascending
The violin soars melodiously above the rest of the quartet in the gorgeous, pared-back arrangement of Vaughan Williams’s most popular work The Lark Ascending, which concludes this ‘Relaxed’ concert of music featuring English music for oboe and strings.
The Lark Ascending
The violin soars melodiously above the rest of the quartet in the gorgeous, pared-back arrangement of Vaughan Williams’s most popular work The Lark Ascending, which concludes this ‘Relaxed’ concert of music featuring English music for oboe and strings.
Avatar - The Last Airbender
Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert presents a live orchestral rendition of the series’ iconic soundtrack, paired with a two-hour special recap of the animated series’ three seasons displayed on a full-size cinema screen.
The Rifles
A glorious fusion of all things indie, The Rifles join us in their 20th year as a band for a fully electrified Leadmill headline set for the ages.
Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
A baroque-tastic evening celebrating even more of the 18th century’s greatest hits, exploring why the masterpieces of the time became so popular and why these tunes are still everywhere today.
The Rezillos
The Rezillos are back at The Leadmill in February for a Saturday night boogy. The Rezillos are a punk/new wave band formed in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1976. Their independent debut single: ‘I Can’t Stand My Baby’ shot them to underground fame initially via airings on the radio show of BBC Radio 1’s John Peel.
Viennese Masterworks: Brahms & More for Solo Piano
Tim Horton returns for the second instalment of his popular recital series exploring music from Vienna, a city famed for its history of classical music-making.
Pretty Vacant - The Story of Punk and New Wave
Not many musical explosions define a generation and change music for ever. There was Rock and Roll in 1956, Beatlemania in 1963, Flower Power in 1967, The birth of Rock in 1970 and then there was… Punk and New Wave.
Kenny Thomas
A Valentine’s Day to remember – soul sensation Kenny Thomas brings chart classics to Sheffield for an intimate all-standing club show at The Leadmill.
Queen Extravaganza
Queen Extravaganza, the only official Queen tribute band, produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May, brings its own ‘kind of magic’ back into venues around the UK and Ireland in 2025 with a triumphant celebration of 50 years of Bohemian Rhapsody.
Romantic Piano Trios - Leonore Piano Trio
A celebration of love and romance, this special St Valentine’s Day concert sees the Leonore Trio performing music composed by Clara Schumann and her husband Robert.
The Chicago Blues Brothers
As seen at the Adelphi theatre and the Savoy theatre in London’s West End, The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together to bring you their Respect greatest hit’s tour.
The Hallé
Andrew Manze is well-known as a leading interpreter and one of the composer’s biggest advocates of Vaughan Williams, a composer with whom he has a particularly close affinity. He conducts the Hallé’s performance of several of Vaughan Williams’ much-loved pieces, including his Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis and Fifth Symphony.
Bach for Solo Violin
Returning for the second in his series of solo Bach recitals, Ensemble 360 violinist Benjamin Nabarro performs two masterpieces of the Baroque, JS Bach’s spellbinding Sonata No.2 and Partita No.2.
Bach for Solo Violin
Returning for the second in his series of solo Bach recitals, Ensemble 360 violinist Benjamin Nabarro performs two masterpieces of the Baroque, JS Bach’s spellbinding Sonata No.2 and Partita No.2.
Bach In The Round
Step inside the music of Bach, up-close and reimagined, in this specially created surround-sound installation running alongside Benjamin Nabarro’s recitals in the tranquil setting of Upper Chapel.
Bach In The Round
Step inside the music of Bach, up-close and reimagined, in this specially created surround-sound installation running alongside Benjamin Nabarro’s recitals in the tranquil setting of Upper Chapel.
Squid
Experimental post-punk outfit Squid are back with a bang, and a long-awaited third album in tow – an essential live act whether you’ve seen them before or not!
Swan Lake
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score. From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all.
Swan Lake
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score. From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all.
Lady Maisery With O’Hooley and Tidow
Come and celebrate International Women’s Day this year with a unique concert from two of the English folk scene’s best acts! Power trio Lady Maisery and boundless songwriters O’Hooley & Tidow join forces again (at long last) for the first time since their much loved annual collaboration as supergroup COVEN.
Tap Factory
Tap Factory is thrilled to make its return to the UK with its 10th Anniversary Tour! Prepare to be captivated as eight extraordinary male performers deliver a sensational blend of dance, acrobatics, music, and comedy, creating a show that appeals to audiences of all ages.
Elchin Shirinov Trio
Experience the fusion of contemporary jazz and Azerbaijani folk music through the original compositions of acclaimed pianist Elchin Shirinov, whose innovative style and virtuosic piano skills have earned him international recognition.
Jack Savoretti
Over the years Jack Savoretti has taken the male singer songwriter genre in a direction entirely his own. As he has evolved from the guitar picking troubadour early on in his career to more recently the chart-topping arena selling crooner, he manages to avoid every pigeon-hole thrown in his direction.
Femur
Femur play their biggest show to date when they headline The Leadmill on Friday 28th February 2025!
Repeater #4: Dearthworms, Shoun Shoun, Electric Tape Recorder & Ernie K. Fegg
Sheffield, Berlin/Bristol and Stoke-Upon-Trent have kindly lent us their favourite sons and daughters for an epic evening of bizarre sonic chaos and unflinching dirty degenerate soundscapes.
Secret Affair
Frontrunners of the mod revival since their formation in 1978, Secret Affair bring guitar-loaded classics back to The Leadmill this February.
Boyzlife
There are few acts that accomplished the level of success that Boyzone and Westlife respectively achieved as two of the defining groups of 90s and 00s boyband era, with an incredible 21+ UK No.1 singles and countless millions of audience members performed to worldwide.
Doves
Over 15 years on from their last Sheffield headline show, inimitable indie rockers Doves are back for a very special Leadmill show next March.
Alison Moyet
How time flies. It’s been 40 years since Alison Moyet stepped out of Yazoo and fired up a solo career with her #1 debut album ‘Alf’ and Top 10 hits ‘Love Resurrection’ and ‘All Cried Out’.
Paul Heaton (Early show )
The legendary Paul Heaton presents new tunes and certified classics with stripped-back arrangements at The Leadmill next March, with special guest co-singer Rianne Downey.
Paul Heaton (Late show )
The legendary Paul Heaton presents new tunes and certified classics with stripped-back arrangements at The Leadmill next March, with special guest co-singer Rianne Downey.
Brigantes | Shifting Sands
The Brigantes and Sand Artist Rosa van der Vijver present Ravel's Mother Goose!
The Wildhearts
For three decades The Wildhearts have remained at the forefront of the British rock scene. From their classic début album Earth Vs The Wildhearts, through to 2007’s Geordie in Wonderland their creative output and legendary live shows have been second to none.
Conflict - Shostakovich String Quartets
Shostakovich’s String Quartet No.8 and Quartet No.3. are deeply expressive, raw and emotional. Both quartets are rich with evocation and allusion – to Shostakovich’s own work, to the sounds of battle, and with his response in the aftermath of war.
Madama Butterfly
One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results.
Revolution - Shostakovich String Quartets
Ensemble 360 performs two of Shostakovich’s late string quartets in this, the second concert of Music in the Round’s Shostakovich Weekend. Music of extremes, these quirky quartets are at times exuberant, at others sombre, and often capricious, playful and energetic.
Karen Hauer & Gorka Marquez - Speakeasy
Strictly Come Dancing professionals Karen Hauer and Gorka Marquez are thrilled to bring their all-new show Speakeasy to theatres in 2025.
Power - Shostakovich Piano Quintet
Music in the Round’s Shostakovich Weekend concludes with a celebration of some of the composer’s best-loved chamber music featuring the piano.
Shostakovich Roundtable
Ensemble 360’s Tim Horton and Gemma Rosefield join Soviet-music specialist Patrick Zuk (Durham University) for an hour of illuminating conversation delving into the life and work of Dimitri Shostakovich.
Ghost The Musical
Walking back to their apartment late one night, a tragic encounter sees Sam murdered and his beloved girlfriend Molly alone, in despair and utterly lost. But with the help of a phony storefront psychic, Sam, trapped between this world and the next, tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving her from grave danger…
Luther Live
The World’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Velvet Voice’ experience all the hits from his amazing career, culminating over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy awards including many of the greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10-piece band.
Hejira – Celebrating Joni Mitchell
Hejira, a band of experienced jazz musicians who celebrate the work of singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late ‘70s, put their own stamp on the material whilst remaining true to the spirit of the originals.
Matt Goss - The Hits & More
From the award-winning musician who bought you ‘When Will I Be Famous’, Matt Goss ‘The New King of Las Vegas’ will embark upon a brand-new tour for 2025. Matt Goss: The Hits & More will be a celebration of all Matt has achieved in his music career and beyond.
Beans on Toast
Festival fave and antifolk hero Beans on Toast is back once again for what is sure to be another evening packed with rousing singalongs and stories.
Death of Guitar Pop
Unstoppable Essex ska duo Death of Guitar Pop return for a long overdue Sheffield knees up at The Leadmill in March.
Mendelssohn String Quartets - Consone Quartet
Music in the Round’s Visiting String Quartet returns to Sheffield for its final immersive afternoon and evening of concerts exploring the music of Felix Mendelssohn.
Mendelssohn String Quintet - Consone Quartet
The Consone Quartet completes its series of Mendelssohn’s chamber works with his String Quintet No.1, a work full of youthful joie de vivre.
Rock Of Age
Let Croft House Theatre Company’s electrifying production of Rock of Ages transport you back to the 1980s – complete with huge rock hits, epic guitar solos and even bigger hair!
Mike and The Mechanics
Following 2023’s much lauded sell out ‘Refuelled! Tour’, Mike + The Mechanics return for the ‘Looking Back - Living The Years 2025 Tour’
Hot 8 Brass Band
Transcending genres and trends, Hot 8 have performed and collaborated with the likes of Jon Batiste, Blind Boys of Alabama, Basement Jaxx and Alice Russell, and provided live support for Mos Def, Lauryn Hill and Mary J Blige.
The Waeve
Graham Coxon and Rose Elinor Dougal (better known as The Waeve) bring their intoxicating art-rock soundscapes to the Leadmill's Steel Stage for a super intimate performance in March.
Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The Dubliners
Direct from the West End and having sold out venues worldwide, Seven Drunken Nights-The Story of the Dubliners returns to theatres in 2025.
Classical Weekend: Beethoven for Flute
Be transported to the classical elegance of an 18th century salon in this concert celebrating Beethoven’s joyful, sparkling music for flute to open Classical Sheffield’s Festival Weekend.
Classical Weekend: Beethoven for Flute
Be transported to the classical elegance of an 18th century salon in this concert celebrating Beethoven’s joyful, sparkling music for flute to open Classical Sheffield’s Festival Weekend.
The Hallé
The Hallé and its new Principal Conductor, Kahchun Wong, in his first season taking over the reins from Mark Elder, are thrilled to be opening the Classical Sheffield Weekend festival with this programme of carefully considered firsts.
Kim Wilde
In 2025 Kim Wilde and her band will be embarking on the ‘Closer Tour’. Playing the legendary ‘Close’ album as well as songs from the upcoming ‘Closer’ album and of course her earlier hits.
Will Varley
Will Varley reappears at The Leadmill when he brings his soulful voice and gentle guitar vibes on 25th March 2025.
Bangers
This 5 star Edinburgh smash hit is back to continue the party with an exhilarating night of original music, lyrical storytelling, and pure UK garage vibes. How do the bangers we grew up listening to, shape who we are today?
China Crisis
Synthpop icons China Crisis make their Leadmill debut in 2025, showcasing chart classics and fan favourites from their 45+ year career.
David Gray - Past & Present
David Gray’s story is unlike any other. He spent almost a decade striving to make a breakthrough, and when it happened it did so in the biggest way imaginable as White Ladder became one of the best-selling British albums of recent decades and established him as an arena-filling artist.
Billy Marrows & Grande Família
This gig is a rare chance to hear Billy Marrows and his 12-piece chamber jazz group Grande Família play music from their critically acclaimed debut album ‘Penelope’.
Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs from The Movies
Renowned singer and entertainer Gareth Gates is set to captivate audiences with his latest show, Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs from the Movies.
The Lilacs
From Wigan with love, The Lilacs make the step up into The Leadmill main room exactly one year after selling out the Steel Stage in March 2024.
Brandenburg: Bach for Harpsichord & Strings
Ensemble 360 is joined by leading harpsichordist Steven Devine for this special evening of music by three members of the Bach family.
Louis Dunford
Having just announced his debut album, ‘Be Lucky,’ Louis Dunford has announced his biggest headline tour to date and he will return to The Leadmill as part of it!
Ocean Colour Scene
Ocean Colour Scene’s rip-roaring live shows have long been one of the most extraordinary sights in modern rock - communal outpourings of hope and joy which boast the most life-affirming sing-a-longs you’ll ever hear.
Bellini's The Capulets And Montagues
Bellini's The Capulets and the Montagues is a gritty re-working of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet, where loyalty and love are put to the test amidst political violence, set to exquisite bel canto operatic music that brings the story’s tragedy to the fore.
Sing The Musicals
The first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time performed by a sensational live band and character singers, plus a giant screen with sing along lyrics make this a must see show.
October Drift
Alt-rock masters October Drift are revered for their unreal live shows – they treat us to yet another classic evening at The Leadmill next April.
Dear Evan Hansen
Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in. The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth. And now must give up on a life he never dreamt he’d have.
Gabrielle
After selling-out all 32 nights during last year’s ‘30 Years of Dreaming’ tour, Gabrielle now announces an even bigger run of shows for 2025.
Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra
Since his first appearance with the brilliant Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra, Carlo Tenan has become a frequent guest conductor of this distinctive ensemble.
Cirque de Celine
After a sold out tour across the UK and Europe in 2023, Celine- My Heart Will Go On is back for 2024, bigger and better than ever. The concert is a stunning celebration of the music of one of the greatest singers of our time.
The National Youth Orchestra - To The Beat
Experience the unforgettable as The National Youth Orchestra performs the greatest orchestral music of all time with the limitless energy of a new generation. The musicians will bring Stravinsky’s Petrushka to life, with shifting rhythms and harmonies dancing between each instrument, creating an intoxicating world of sound.
Brooke Combe
Soul sensation on the rise Brooke Combe brings her stunning R&B sound to the Leadmill this April for her biggest Sheffield headline to date.
Smallprint
Quickly-rising local indie four-piece, Smallprint, play at The Leadmill for their biggest headline show to date in April!
Northern Ballet's Jane Eyre
Swan Lake is arguably the world’s most popular ballet, and a timeless tale. Prince Siegfried falls in love with Odette, Queen of the Swans, only to be tricked into betraying her by the wicked von Rothbart and his daughter Odile.
Georgia Mancio & Alan Broadbent
Multi-award-winning vocalist/lyricist Georgia Mancio and double Grammy-winning pianist/composer Alan Broadbent present songs from their new album ‘A Story Left Untold’, alongside gems from their 40 strong back catalogues.
Martin Kemp: Back to the 80s
Spandau Ballet bassist, Eastenders star and DJ extraordinaire Martin Kemp brings his unbeatable 80s disco back to The Leadmill next April.
La Boheme
La Bohème is one of the most romantic operas ever written. It tells the tragic tale of the doomed, consumptive Mimi and her love for a penniless writer.
Freddie Halkon
A meteoric rise for local lad Freddie Halkon from support to sold out Steel Stage, he tops off his massive UK tour with a huge main room headline show next year.
Phazed Out Festival 2025
Celebrating Hardcore & Alternative, Phazed Out debuts in Sheffield on May 3rd 2025.The bank holiday event will take over all three rooms at Network for a day of non-stop movement and killer energy.
The Hallé
Marta Gardolińska, Music Director of the Opéra national de Lorraine, conducts this programme of conflict and resolution. With its beautifully broad ranges of tonal colour, tinged with the trials of the American Civil War, it is easy to see why Copland’s score for Appalachian Spring earned him a Pulitzer Prize.
Day Fever!
Due to its remarkable success, Day Fever! returns on Saturday the 4th May 2024 for another day time party at the iconic Sheffield City Hall.
The Music of Zimmer vs Williams
The Manchester Concert Orchestra, conducted by Robert Emery, will perform epic scores celebrating two of the greatest film music composers of all time.
The Prat Pack
An exclusive evening with Britain's best loved stars featuring Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale & Shane Richie.
Misha Mullov-Abbado Group
Acclaimed bassist Misha Mullov-Abbado, who is also a prolific composer and arranger, leads his regular group featuring some of the most sought-after young musicians in London
The Waterboys
The Waterboys have been led by Scottish singer and guitarist Mike Scott since the 1980s and have evolved through countless line-ups, winning a fearsome concert reputation along the way.
Miss Americana - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift and her Eras experience in this electrifying show featuring the incredible Xenna. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation's music, style, and unrivalled stage presence.
Olly Murs
Fresh from his nationwide tour as special guest to Take That earlier this year, Olly Murs has announced a massive UK Arena tour for next Spring. Get ready to party with a set that features all the hits and more!
Bradley Simpson
Frontman of leading pop outfit The Vamps, Bradley Simpson is now channelling his star power into his debut solo album ‘The Panic Years’, is destined to establish him as one of the UK’s most exciting new global artists.
Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake
Matthew Bourne's audacious, rule-breaking reinvention of Tchaikovsky's masterpiece caused a sensation when it premiered almost 30 years ago. It has now become the most successful dance theatre production of all time, creating new audiences and inspiring generations of young dancers.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory the Musical
A wonderful family friendly musical, based on the original film.
20 Years of Ensemble 360: Festival Launch
Schubert's rousing Octet (perhaps the piece most closely associated with Ensemble 360 over their two decades) showcases the range and breadth of the ensemble, with its jaunty, memorable tunes and high drama. It is coupled here with two works written especially for the group.
Ivo Neame Trio
Multi-award-winning pianist Ivo Neame, one of a handful of musician/composers who are redefining the sound of British jazz, leads his trio, featuring two of the finest UK-based jazz instrumentalists,.
Sheffield Chamber Music Festival 2025
Join Music in the Round & Ensemble 360 for this year's festival Friday 16 – Saturday 24 May, as they welcome some of the world's finest musicians and stellar guest artists.
Echoes From The Birdcage
Experience the vibrant soundscape of London’s King’s Cross with Echoes from the Birdcage. These works capture the diversity of the city, from the meditative echoes of Messiaen to the energetic beats of Steve Reich and works infused with jazz and Balkan folk dance.
Family Concert: Giddy Goat
Being a mountain goat is no fun when you are scared of heights! Stand poor Giddy on a mountain ledge and his head starts spinning and his knees turn to jelly. But can he find the fearless goat inside himself in time to rescue little Edmund, the sheep?
Get Together 2025
Now into its fifth year, Get Together has earnt a reputation as one of the best festivals for original and independent music, art, food and drink. For 2025, the festival returns to Kelham Island and Neepsend for another massive music takeover on Saturday 17 May.
Intimate Letters
Janáček’s intricate second quartet – nicknamed ‘Intimate Letters’ – is skilfully interspersed with the Czech composer’s own writing, performed by an actor, in this specially scripted performance of the work for Ensemble 360 with actor.
Schumann & Ravel: Mother Goose
This afternoon concert begins with the ‘Mother Goose’ Suite. Ravel’s delightful, whimsical work sets fairytales to music, performed here in a chamber arrangement.
Goldberg: Bach at Breakfast
A breakfast concert of Bach’s hugely popular Goldberg Variations, at Samuel Worth Chapel. Intricate counterpoint and life-affirming spirituality are the hallmarks of this most intimate of works presented in a breath-taking, conversational arrangement for violin, viola and cello.
Goldberg: Bach at Dawn
As the day breaks and birdsong surrounds Samuel Worth Chapel, Bach’s hugely popular Goldberg Variations, will greet the dawn. Intricate counterpoint and life-affirming spirituality are the hallmarks of this most intimate of works presented in a breath-taking, conversational arrangement for violin, viola and cello.
The Nostalgic Utopian Future Distance
An electrifying and electrified evening of duets between soloists drawn from Ensemble 360, and tape or live electronics, all presented in multi-speaker, 360-degree surround-sound.
Battleship Potemkin
A technical masterpiece, and Soviet cinema at its finest, don't miss the screening of this influential and visionary piece of cinema with the original soundtrack performed live by Ensemble 360, to mark the film’s centenary year.
Gary Barlow - Songbook Tour
The Songbook Tour 2025, is set to be a huge celebration of Gary Barlow's illustrious four-decade-spanning career, and will see him perform an array of songs from his much-celebrated back catalogue of hits with both Take That and as a solo artist.
Appalachian Spring
Members of the celebrated Elias Quartet join forces with their friends and former colleagues in Ensemble 360 for this very special concert.
Relaxed Concert: Appalachian Spring
For this ‘Relaxed’ concert of American music featuring Barber’s much-loved Adagio and Copland’s joyful Appalachian Spring, doors will be left open, lights raised, a break-out space provided and there will be less emphasis on the audience being quiet during the performance.
The Night Overtook Us: An Evening of Scottish Folk Music
Donald Grant, Elias Quartet violinist, is also a master of the folk fiddle. Raised in the Highlands, Donald was immersed in Gaelic song and Scottish music from an early age.
Buenos Aires Symphony of Colón Opera
The first South American orchestra to appear in the series, the prestigious Buenos Aires Symphony Orchestra of Colón Opera makes a splash with this colourful and fizzy programme.
Cycles & Circles
Jasdeep Singh Degun is one of the finest exponents of the sitar and one of the most exciting musicians working today. His many collaborations with players from both Indian and western classical traditions have earned him broad audiences and many prizes, including two prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society awards in 2024.
Brahms String Sextet
In a final chance to catch the members of the Elias Quartet in collaboration with Ensemble 360, this celebration of music for strings centres on Brahms’s spectacular Sextet.
Shostakovich, Mozart & More
With Ensemble 360 once again joined by members of the Elias String Quartet, this is an expansive programme of some of the most exciting writing for strings from the 20th century, interspersed with two very different, but equally glorious, works for piano and wind.
Celebrating Avril Coleridge-Taylor
Presented by Leah Broad, whose group biography of female composers Quartet (2023) won plaudits around the globe, this concert with conversation introduces us to the ground-breaking Avril Coleridge-Taylor and her world.
Hawkwind - There is no Space for us
Legendary space rock pioneers Hawkwind will return to UK stages in Spring 2025, touring in support of their current studio album ‘Stories From Time And Space' out on Cherry Red Records.
Kylie Minogue - The Tension Tour
Kylie today announces her highly anticipated ‘Tension Tour’ for 2025, which will see the global icon perform at Utilita Arena Sheffield on Friday 23 May 2025 and is set to be Kylie’s biggest tour since 2011.
Sinfonietta Britten, Vaughan-Williams & More
This sumptuous exploration of an intricate musical family tree unpacks the influence of some of the 20th century’s greatest composers upon one another.
Close Up: Music For Curious Young Minds
A tour through the wondrous world of chamber music, specially created for young audiences. This concert combines some of the most well-known music ever written, alongside playful storytelling in Berio’s entertaining Opus Number Zoo.
Finale: Mozart, Beethoven & Elgar
In a nostalgic nod to Ensemble 360's beginnings, the group revisits the music from their very first concert in this 20th anniversary Festival Finale.
Goldberg: Piano at Dawn
Tim Horton performs his own spellbinding early morning concert, returning the Goldberg Variations to their original keyboard form. Once again ringing out among the dawn chorus, in the atmospheric hidden gem of Samuel Worth Chapel.
Magic of Motown
The Magic of Motown has been seen by over one million people and it is no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history.
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 2025
Channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.
Holly Johnson - 40th Anniversary of Welcome To The Pleasuredome
Music legend and global LGBTQ+ icon Holly Johnson has announced 3 extra dates to his Welcome To The Pleasuredome 40th Anniversary Tour. The tour will celebrate 4 decades since the iconic debut album by Frankie Goes to Hollywood and now includes a new date in Sheffield.
The Brigantes | Threads of Fate
A passionate season finale including pieces by John Williams
Collabro
Collabro are back to celebrate the 11th anniversary of their historic Britain's Got Talent win! Join Jamie, Matt, Michael and Tom for their annual reunion as they blend their voices together, once more, to give you soaring harmonies, hilarious stories, and all your favourite songs!
Sheffield Sausage and Cider Festival
The Sausage and Cider Festival will be returning to Sheffield for a huge outdoor festival hosted in Don Valley Bowl on Saturday 7 June, bringing together great food, refreshing drinks, and live entertainment.
Danny Bowes - Maximum Chat
Thunder frontman and Planet Rock radio presenter Danny Bowes is set to embark on a UK tour in June 2025 with his highly anticipated one-man show, Maximum Chat. The tour marks a significant return to the stage for Bowes, following his recovery from a life-threatening accident in 2022.
Day Fever!
Due to the remarkable returns on Saturday 8th June 2024 for another day time party at the iconic Sheffield City Hall.
Lionel Richie
International superstar Lionel Richie has announced a UK and European headline tour with ‘Say Hello To The Hits’. Known for his smooth vocals and timeless classics, the award-winning musician will embark on a series of electrifying performances, arriving at Utilita Arena Sheffield for the only date in Yorkshire on Sunday, 08 June 2025 before continuing into Europe for a summer of live shows.
The Hallé & Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus
The Sheffield International Concert Series season finale will leave you in awe of the wonders of creation. Under the baton of the Hallé’s charismatic Choral Director, Matthew Hamilton, the massed forces of the Hallé and the Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus will breathe hope and joy into Haydn’s divine masterpiece, The Creation.
Hothouse Flowers
Irish pop-rock icons Hothouse Flowers haven’t visited Sheffield in decades, soon to be fixed as they join us at The Leadmill for an intimate standing show next June.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Sophie Ellis-Bextor has announced her biggest ever UK headline tour in May and June 2025. Kicking off in Glasgow on 24th May and taking in 15-cities in total including Sheffield, Newcastle, Cardiff and Bristol, the tour culminates at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London.
Oti Mabuse - Viva Carnival
Join the Queen of the dance floor, Oti Mabuse as she celebrates the world’s most electrifying carnivals. From the sambas of Brazilian Carnival to the Tangos of Argentina’s Fiesta Nacional de la Vendimia, the dance scene at England’s own Glastonbury Festival and the swing of the Jazz Fest in New Orleans, Oti knows how to party.
Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen
Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen the title of Queen tribute royalty.
King Creosote
A raw, powerful show fusing numerous genres with his singular song writing, King Creosote joins us for an intimate all-seated performance.
Kelham Pride
Set to be be bigger and better, once again this inclusive street party returns on Saturday 21 June and will be centred around multiple Kelham venues offering a broad range of entertainment from live musicians, DJs, drag queens, comedians and guest speakers.
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
Legend, The Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, and a supremely talented cast.
Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George
Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this show has wowed audiences around the country and Europe and lifted them to their feet, in a dynamic show that tactfully and appropriately celebrates the career of one of the most gifted performers of a generation.
Totally Take That & Olly Murs Tribute Show
Experience a night you’ll Never Forget! Featuring the ultimate tribute to Take That and Olly Murs, this show brings the magic of their 2024 tour to life with all the classic hits you know and love.
The Illegal Eagles
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship.
Powercut 2025
A charming summer’s evening of candlelight, unplugged music and art.
Bassfest 2025
Bringing some of the biggest names in bass for another weekend of high-octane partying, Bassfest returns to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl 19 - 20 July.
Tramlines 2025
Sheffield’s biggest party! Tramlines returns to Hillsborough Park 25 - 27 July for their 17th edition.
Public Image Ltd
Post-punk trailblazers Public Image Ltd were incendiary on their Leadmill debut last year with frontman John Lydon showing us what he’s made of – they return for another round of cutting edge classics in July.
Riverdance 2025
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.
Rock N Roll Circus 2025
Expect the unexpected as the Rock N Roll Circus return's to Sheffield's Don Valley Bowl in Summer 2025, taking place over the weekend of 28 - 31 August.
Tina - The Tina Turner Musical
West End mega-hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, comes to the Lyceum as part of its first ever UK and Ireland tour.
Powerlines Festival 2025
Powerlines festival is one of the UK’s newest Independent Metal festivals, an exciting addition to the Yorkshire the heavy metal calendar.
Level 42
LEVEL 42 are delighted to announce that they will embark upon The ‘World Machine’ 40th Anniversary Tour in 2025, which will visit 28 UK venues
Busted vs McFly
Pop rock legends Busted storm the stage at McFly’s sold out 21st birthday headline show at the iconic O2 Arena in London to announce they will be going head to head on tour together next year! Fans got to hear first hand the exciting news of, no doubt, one of the most highly anticipated tours of 2025.
Cody Pennington Country Show
Born and raised Nashvillian, Cody Pennington is back, and he’s bringing his rootin’ tootin’ country classics along with him!
Float Along Festival 2025
Back for their third year, Float Along festival makes a welcome return to Sheffield on Saturday 28 September, with another encompassing mix of post-punk and psychedelic rock, as well as the best in indie and alternative music.
Simply Red - 40th Anniversary
Get ready to celebrate the remarkable legacy of one of the UK’s most treasured bands. Iconic soul and pop band Simply Red earmark their forthcoming 40th anniversary by announcing an incredibly special UK & Ireland arena tour for September & October 2025.
Sensoria 2025
A celebration of a city and its music, film, art and electronica, Sensoria festival's 18th edition will once again bring live events and exhibitions to iconic venues across Sheffield, 2 - 5 October.
Novacaine Festival 2025
Novacaine Festival 2025 – Debut Event! Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at Corporation.
Simply The Best 2025 - The Final Ovation
The most phenomenal charity show in Sheffield ‘Simply The Best’ is back for 2025 for ‘The Final Ovation!’ The event hosted by BB with love in association with Weston Park Cancer Charity will come to the prestigious Sheffield City Hall for it’s ultimate finale performance on Saturday 4th October 2025 with more glitz and glamour than ever before!
Katy Perry - The Lifetimes Tour
One the best-selling music artists of all time, Katy Perry 'The Lifetimes Tour' comes to Sheffield on Friday 10 October 2025 - a spectacular career-spanning live show, including all the hits from across her multi-million selling albums.
London Symphonic Rock Orchestra
Boundary breaking pioneers fusing the omnipotent power of the orchestra with innovative technology and the raucous rebellion of rock, London Symphonic Rock Orchestra deliver iconic rock hits in the most spectacular way.
New Model Army
Legends etched in the annals of rock and punk history, New Model Army return to The Leadmill for a Saturday night Sheffield headline show in October.
No Bounds 2025
No Bounds are set to host another very special weekend of music, art, technology and dancing in Sheffield, when the 8th edition of the festival takes place 10 - 12 October 2025.
Bow Wow Wow
Their first tour since 2016, seminal new wave outfit Bow Wow Wow (still headed by Annabella Lwin) stop by The Leadmill in November.
The Outcharms
Up the Charms – local indie outfit The Outcharms have their biggest ever show in their sights: a coveted Leadmill main room show in October.
Wet Wet Wet
Following on from a sold-out tour earlier this year which saw them perform to tens of thousands across the country, the iconic Wet Wet Wet have announced a huge tour of the UK for 2025.
What's Love Got To Do With It?
After a fantastic sell out debut tour across the UK, Tina Turner fans will have the time of their lives as What’s Love Got To Do With It? is back for 2025 celebrating the music and 60-year career of this incredible rock and soul legend.
A Country Night In Nashville
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music.
The Australian Pink Floyd Show
The Australian Pink Floyd Show return in 2025 to celebrate 50 years of the iconic album ‘Wish You Were Here’. Featuring the songs "Have a Cigar", "Wish You Were Here" and "Shine On You Crazy Diamond", The Australian Pink Floyd will perform the album in full alongside Pink Floyd’s greatest hits.
The Boomtown Rats
The Boomtown Rats are a trailblazing rock / new wave band that emerged in the late 1970s, renowned for their raw energy, thought-provoking lyrics, and ability to reinvent themselves across decades. Formed in 1975 in Dún Laoghaire, Ireland, the band was founded by Bob Geldof, Garry Roberts, Johnnie Fingers, Pete Briquette, Gerry Cott, and Simon Crowe.
Soul & Motown Show
Get ready for a night of smooth vibes and timeless hits!
Björn Again
Designed as a tongue-in-cheek rocked-up light-hearted ABBA satire, this show achieved worldwide cult status with critical acclaim and was acknowledged for initiating the ABBA revival, which brought about ABBA Gold, Muriel’s wedding and MAMMA MIA!
Francis Rossi
Francis Rossi is extending his forthcoming tour of the UK with 30 new dates added in 2025, running between September and November 2025 for this brand new show billed as “An Evening of Francis Rossi’s Songs from the Status Quo Songbook and More…”
Busted vs McFly
Pop rock legends Busted storm the stage at McFly’s sold out 21st birthday headline show at the iconic O2 Arena in London to announce they will be going head to head on tour together next year! Fans got to hear first hand the exciting news of, no doubt, one of the most highly anticipated tours of 2025.
ABC: The Lexicon of Love
ABC have announced the return of their iconic Lexicon Of Love Orchestra tour for 2025 which sees them perform their timeless debut album “The Lexicon of Love” in its entirety alongside all the ABC hits across the UK.
Fisherman's Friends
In celebration of performing together for over 30 years on stages across the world, Fisherman’s Friends are proud to announce their new UK tour dates for 2025 and 2026. Having sold out every venue on their last tour, the band look forward to performing old songs and new.
Michael Starring Ben
Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself.
Lord of the Dance - 30th Anniversary
Lord of the Dance, the global phenomenon that redefined Irish dance, is set to return to the UK in 2026 to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a new tour. This milestone event promises to be a grand celebration of the production’s legacy, captivating over 60 million fans in 60 countries since its debut in 1996.
