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
Back to the Bones Festival
A great new free music festival on two stages in the General Cemetery.
Cubana Live
Experience the heart and soul of Latin music with a Peruvian powerhouse vocalist Rose Sweeney, singing in both English and Spanish. Dance the night away to Salsa, Merengue, Disco, Soul, Pop and more for an unforgettable fiesta filled evening.
Cubana Live
Talented singer-songwriter Dan Millson (guitar & vocals) performs a unique mixture of popular covers with pop/rock and folk influences. From Bill Withers to The Police, Bob Marley to The Beatles, and Coldplay to Oasis.
Cubana Live
Live saxophone - Paul Smith brings his cool unique vibe playing favourites from across the decades.
Cubana Live
Singer-songwriter Katie Bosworth performs RnB, Soul, Pop and classics for you to dance and sing along to.
Cubana Live
Bossa nova, samba, bolero and Latin jazz from wonderful voice and piano duo, Sally Doherty & Paul Kilvington.
Cubana Live
Get ready for a night of good-time music with The Jim Burke Band! This Sheffield-based group of live music veterans blends blues, jazz, and ragtime into an energetic and entertaining show.
Cubana Live
Nicola, on vocals and cello, gives you a classy and eclectic mix of classical, jazz, swing and pop - anything goes really!
Cubana Live
Paul Newman will be playing a cool mix of classic contemporary and popular songbook favourites - why not request your favourite.
Cubana Live
Talented singer-songwriter Dan Millson (guitar & vocals) performs together with highly talented and accomplished saxophonist Piero Tucci.
Cubana Live
Singer-songwriter Katie Bosworth performs RnB, Soul, Pop and classics for you to dance and sing along to.
Cubana Live
The GMen Soul Band bring over 13 years of delivery uplifting live soul music experiences with a full brass section that includes the mega saxophonist Steve Beighton, they deliver electrifying performances of classic Stax, Motown, and Northern Soul hits!
Cubana Live
Katie Stewart plays live at Cubana Tapas Bar.
Live music at Leopold Square: Phil Johnson and Vibe-ology
Live music at Leopold Square featuring Phil Johnson on Saturday 19th July and Vibe-ology on Sunday 20th July 2025.
The Fringe at Tramlines: Yellow Arch
Yellow Arch are going all out for The Fringe at Tramlines 2025, with three days/nights of some of the finest music acts from Sheffield, 24 - 26 July, all FREE entry.
The Fringe at Tramlines - Sundown Sessions @ The Box
The Box presents The Sundown Sessions in partnership with The Fringe at Tramlines.
The Fringe at Tramlines @ Shakespears
Shakespeares presents Shakelines! Four days of free music.
Cirque Du Funk at Leopold Square
DJ Paul Metcalfe was the main man behind the iconic Bed nightclub in Sheffield during the late 1990s.
Shamlines 2025
Earwig presents: Shamlines 2025
The Power Trio at Leopold Square
Introducing The Power Trio, a dynamic neo-soul/jazz ensemble led by the multi-talented Ryan Taylor.
Monkey Fest
Northern Monkey will be having local DJs performing all weekend during Tramlines.
The Céilí Stage @ Katie O'Brien's
3 days of free live music - sponsored by the raire ol' Mountain Dew
The Fringe at Tramlines - Forum Kitchen + Bar
While the main festival is taking place, Forum Sheffield will be having our own live music festival. Join them for three days of free live music, mouth-watering food, unbeatable drink deals, and proper summer vibes in the heart of the city.
The Fringe at Tramlines @ Hop Hideout, Leah’s Yard
Three days of music at The Fringe at Tramlines @ Hop Hideout, Leah’s Yard.
Billie Jane
Billie Jane performs music that grooves by the likes of Silk Sonic, Santana, Jill Scott and D’Angelo.
DJ Ryan Taylor at Leopold Square
Ryan Taylor will be spinning funk, soul, disco and house music to get down to.
Katie Bosworth
Katie Bosworth is a singer/songwriter and, along with her amazing band will be performing a wide variety of music.
Matrix club Matrix at Leopold Square
Club classics and 90’s dance anthems band, Matrix Club Matrix have become one of the most sort after bands for live venues.
Soul on the Fringe with Tony B
Visit Mr Wilson's Bar for a special edition of ‘Soul Time’ as part of The Fringe at Tramlines, on Saturday 26th July from 8pm – 11pm.
The Fringe at Tramlines @ Mary Street Live
Vist Mary Street Live on Tramlines Saturday evening to see some of Sheffield's best bands.
The Fringe at Tramlines @ Mary Street Live
Mary St Live presents Tramlines all dayer
The Lemur Conspiracy
The Lemur Conspiracy is an eight-piece original jazz-funk band based in Sheffield.
The Fringe at Tramlines @ The Red Lion
Visit The Red Lion and see 16 great bands over two days for free. Part of The Fringe at Tramlines.
Acoustic Angels at Leopold Square
Sheffield's favourite acoustic band, playing hits from the northern soul/Motown era right up to present day.
DJ Algie at Leopold Square
Possibly the first DJ to hold a residency at Leopold Square some 14 years ago, DJ Algie returns for an evening of soul, R&B and Motown.
Papa Soul at Leopold Square
Sheffield’s very own funk/soul sisters and brothers are the ultimate crowd pleasers.
Rogue at Leopold Square
Featuring the incomparable Hannah Lily on vocals, John Wynn on bass, Tom Bryson on Drums and Chris Firminger on guitar, Rogue perform a varied repertoire of hits from the ages.
The Retrobates starring Kitty Noir at Leopold Square
Meet The Retrobates starring Kitty Noir. A rocking outfit delivering steaming hot rhythm and blues straight out of the pot.
Live music at Leopold Square: The Power Trio and Billie Jane
Live music at Leopold Square featuring The Power Trio on Saturday 2nd August and Billie Jane on Sunday 3rd August 2025.
Live music at Leopold Square: JJ's Cocktail Club and Jazz Hot Six
Live music at Leopold Square featuring JJ's Cocktail Club on Saturday 16th August and Jazz Hot Six on Sunday 17th August 2025.
Live music at Leopold Square: Bex Pizzata and Julia Waldron and The Orchestrators
Live music at Leopold Square featuring Bex Pizzata on Saturday 23rd August and Julia Waldron and The Orchestrators on Sunday 24th August 2025.
CareFest 2025
Get ready for a day of epic tunes, street food, family fun, and celebration as Carefest 2025 takes over Thorncliffe Hall on Monday 25th August!
