There are loads of 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 to see what’s coming…

Music events

Fairytale of New York – Coming Home for Christmas

After three sell out tours, the ultimate Irish-inspired Christmas concert is back with an even bigger production for 2024, arriving at Sheffield City Hall on Tuesday 3 December.

03 Dec 2024 19:30

Arsen Petrosyan, Mehdi Rostami and Adib Rostami

For the first time acclaimed duduk player Arsen Petrosyan will collaborate with lauded Iranian musicians Mehdi Rostami and Adib Rostami.

05 Dec 2024 19:30

Empirical with Jason Rebello

Multi-award winners Empirical who are celebrated for their distinctive signature sound, a combination of complex, thoughtful writing and spontaneous improvisation will feature material from their new album, their first full-length release since 2016.

06 Dec 2024 19.30 - 22.00

Christmas with the Sheffield Philharmonic

A magical, musical family event to start to the festive Season and a wonderful bitesize introduction to classical music for children.

07 Dec 2024 12:00 - 16:00

Contrasts - Claire Booth & Ensemble 360

This concert celebrates two contrasting string quartets to explore fin de siècle classical music.

07 Dec 2024 19:00

Hungarian Radio Symphony Orchestra

The Hungarian Radio Symphony Orchestra and its Chief Conductor, Riccardo Frizza, make a welcome return to Sheffield City Hall in a programme that promises to resonate long after the final note has been played.

07 Dec 2024 19:00

Peace on Earth

Songs of peace and goodwill to all people

07 Dec 2024 14:30 - 16:00

Spirit Of The Guitar

Featuring everything from classical favourites to irresistible tango and famous movie hits, this afternoon concert by Aquarelle Guitar Quartet, is a perfect treat for music-lovers of all ages.

07 Dec 2024 14:00

The Back-up Plan at Mandala

Acoustic covers band in a friendly setting

07 Dec 2024 19:30 - 23:00

The Sheffield Beatles Project perform The White Album

The Sheffield Beatles Project is a 30-member supergroup of Sheffield’s finest musicians, dedicated to faithfully recreating iconic albums by The Beatles in their entirety, returning the The Octagon Centre this December to perform The White Album.

07 Dec 2024 19:00

Brigantes | Baroque Bonbons

Brigantes play gems of the Baroque

08 Dec 2024 15:30 - 16:30

Sheffield University Wind Orchestra

One of Sheffield University Wind Orchestra's most popular concerts - come along to see why!

08 Dec 2024 19:30

The Holiday in Concert

The beloved Christmas film, The Holiday, will be presented live in concert this winter across the UK, featuring its magical musical score performed live to the film by a full concert orchestra.

08 Dec 2024 19:30

The Sheffield Beatles Project perform The White Album

The Sheffield Beatles Project is a 30-member supergroup of Sheffield’s finest musicians, dedicated to faithfully recreating iconic albums by The Beatles in their entirety, returning the The Octagon Centre this December to perform The White Album.

08 Dec 2024 15:00

Love Actually in Concert

A full, live orchestra will perform Craig Armstrong’s evocative score, with the film being projected onto a huge screen at Sheffield City Hall on Thursday 12 December.

12 Dec 2024 19:30

Sing under the Stars

Come along for a magical evening filled with enchanting choral performances, lively brass bands, delicious winter beverages, and the spirit of remembrance.

12 Dec 2024 18:00 - 21:30

Support Dogs Christmas Concert

Come along for a joyful Christmas celebration in aid of Support Dogs, to help us save and improve the lives of children and adults with various challenging medical conditions.

12 Dec 2024 19:00 - 21:00

A Boy was Born - Ensemble 360 & Sheffield Cathedral Choir

Intricate, evocative, utterly beautiful, ‘A Boy Was Born’ perfectly captures the spirit of Christmas and Ensemble 360 along with Sheffield Cathedral Choir, will be performing this at Sheffield Cathedral on Friday 13 December.

13 Dec 2024 19:30

Down For The Count - Swing Into Christmas

One of the UK’s premier swing orchestras is embarking on their most ambitious festive tour to date this Christmas and coming to Sheffield on Friday 13 December.

13 Dec 2024 18:30 - 21:30

Step Into Christmas

Step Into Christmas with the most magical show of the year, coming to Sheffield City Hall on Friday 13 December. This Christmas concert feel good show, brings all the magic of the season to life, with all you favourite festive songs.

13 Dec 2024 19:30

A Christmas Festival of Music

A Sheffield tradition - and a fantastic way to start your festive celebrations !!

14 Dec 2024 20.00 - 22.15

Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight

Experience an enchanting evening at this Candlelight Concert performed by virtuoso pianist, Daniel Grimwood, where the flickering glow of candles sets the stage for a captivating musical journey. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of classical music as we present a selection of exquisite masterpieces.

14 Dec 2024 17:00 - 18:00

Black Dyke Band & Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus

The Black Dyke Band and Sheffield Philharmonic Chorus return once again for this wonderful seasonal celebration with carols for choir, singalongs for the audience and gems for the band, on Saturday 14 December.

14 Dec 2024 14:30

Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight

Embark on a jolly journey through the heart-warming and hilarious worlds of beloved Christmas films with this musical festive celebration, coming to Sheffield Arena on Saturday 14 December.

14 Dec 2024 19:30 - 21:30

Christmas Concert

An evening of beautiful seasonal music with The Abbeydale Singers.

14 Dec 2024 19.30 - 21.30

The Most Wonderful Time

An afternoon of sumptuous a cappella singing and festive favourites from one of Sheffield's premiere barbershop choruses, with special guests Lodge Moor Children and Youth Choir, on Saturday 14 December.

14 Dec 2024 16:00 - 18:00

The Most Wonderful Time!

An afternoon of sparkling a capella festive favourites

14 Dec 2024 16:00 - 18:00

Winter Light Christmas Concert

Chart topping soprano and star of The Voice UK, Nadia Eide, presents a spectacular Christmas concert for all ages at St. Augustine's Church on Saturday 14 December.

14 Dec 2024 19:00 - 20:45

Sheffield Music Hub: Christmas Extravaganza

This is Sheffield Music Hub's flagship concert to end the Autumn term is one you don't want to miss this one!

16 Dec 2024 18:30 - 20:30

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional musical evening in the lead-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons along with Rachmaninov's ever-popular Second Piano Concerto, in the spectacular candlelit setting of Sheffield Cathedral.

17 Dec 2024 19:30 - 21:30

Sheffield Hospitals Charity Christmas Concert

Returning for a third year, on Wednesday 18 December, the Sheffield Hospitals Charity sell-out event ‘A Cathedral Christmas’, is set to be hosted once again by the brilliant Reverend Kate Bottley (BBC Radio 2, Gogglebox).

18 Dec 2024 19:30 - 21:30

Candlelight Fever: Christmas Classics

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Sheffield. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Classics at Sheffield Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.

19 Dec 2024 18:30 - 19:30

Candlelight Fever: Christmas Classics

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Sheffield. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Classics at Sheffield Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.

19 Dec 2024 20:30 - 21:30

Handel's Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah and other exceptional classical works .

20 Dec 2024 19:30 - 21:15

Sterndale Singers Concert; a Christmas Fantasia

Sterndale Singers and Director Robert Webb, invite you to an evening of uplifting and joyous Christmas music on Friday 20 December.

20 Dec 2024 19.30 - 21.30

Atomic 80s

Atomic, the world's sexiest 80s band return to Sheffield City Hall for Quake 5.

21 Dec 2024 19:00

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.

21 Dec 2024 16:00 - 18:00

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.

21 Dec 2024 19:30 - 22:30

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.

04 Jan 2025 19.30 - 22.00

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.

07 Jan 2025 - 11 Jan 2025

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.

10 Jan 2025 20.00 - 22.45

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.

10 Jan 2025 19:00

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.

11 Jan 2025 14:00

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.

11 Jan 2025 20:00

Endcliffe Orchestra Winter Concert

Join Endcliffe Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of classical favourites.

18 Jan 2025 19:30 - 22:00

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.

22 Jan 2025 19:00

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.

23 Jan 2025 19:30

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.

24 Jan 2025 19:00

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”.

25 Jan 2025 20:00

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.

31 Jan 2025 20:00 - 22:45

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!

02 Feb 2025 19:30

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.

05 Feb 2025 14:00

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.

05 Feb 2025 19:00

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.

06 Feb 2025 19:30

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.

07 Feb 2025 19:00

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.

08 Feb 2025 19:00

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.

14 Feb 2025 19:00

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.

21 Feb 2025 19:00

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.

22 Feb 2025 14:00

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.

22 Feb 2025 19:00

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.

22 Feb 2025 10:30 - 12:30

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.

22 Feb 2025 15:30 - 18:00

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.

26 Feb 2025 19:30

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.

27 Feb 2025 19.30 - 22.00

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.

27 Feb 2025 18:30

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’.

03 Mar 2025 18:30

Brigantes | Shifting Sands

The Brigantes and Sand Artist Rosa van der Vijver present Ravel's Mother Goose!

07 Mar 2025 19:30 - 21:10

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.

08 Mar 2025 14:00

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.

08 Mar 2025 19:30

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.

08 Mar 2025 19:00

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.

09 Mar 2025 18:00

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.

13 Mar 2025 19:30

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.

14 Mar 2025 20.00 - 22..45

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.

15 Mar 2025 15:00

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.

15 Mar 2025 19:00

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’

18 Mar 2025 19:30

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.

20 Mar 2025 19:30

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.

21 Mar 2025 13:00

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.

21 Mar 2025 17:15

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.

21 Mar 2025 19:00

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.

22 Mar 2025 19:00

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’.

28 Mar 2025 20:00 - 22:45

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.

28 Mar 2025 19:30

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.

29 Mar 2025 19:00

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.

01 Apr 2025 18:30

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.

04 Apr 2025 19:30

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.

04 Apr 2025 19:30

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.

10 Apr 2025 19:00

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.

22 Apr 2025 - 26 Apr 2025

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.

25 Apr 2025 20:00 - 22:45

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.

01 May 2025 19:30

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.

03 May 2025 19:00

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.

04 May 2025 14:00

The Prat Pack

An exclusive evening with Britain's best loved stars featuring Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale & Shane Richie.

05 May 2025 19:30

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.

09 May 2025 20:00

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.

10 May 2025 19:30

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.

16 May 2025 19:00

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.

17 May 2025 19:15

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?

17 May 2025 11:00

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.

17 May 2025 14:00

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.

17 May 2025 14:00

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.

18 May 2025 07:30

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.

18 May 2025 05:00

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.

18 May 2025 20:00

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.

19 May 2025 19:00

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.

19 May 2025 - 20 May 2025

Appalachian Spring

Members of the celebrated Elias Quartet join forces with their friends and former colleagues in Ensemble 360 for this very special concert.

20 May 2025 19:00

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.

20 May 2025 14:00

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.

20 May 2025 21:15

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.

21 May 2025 19:00

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.

21 May 2025 19:00

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.

22 May 2025 19:00

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.

22 May 2025 14:00

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.

23 May 2025 14:00

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.

23 May 2025 19:00

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.

23 May 2025 19:00

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.

24 May 2025 11:00

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.

24 May 2025 19:00

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.

24 May 2025 05:00

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.

02 Jun 2025 20:00

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.

03 Jun 2025 19:30

The Brigantes | Threads of Fate

A passionate season finale including pieces by John Williams

06 Jun 2025 19:30 - 21:10

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!

07 Jun 2025 20:00

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.

08 Jun 2025 18:00

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.

08 Jun 2025 16:00

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.

11 Jun 2025 19:30

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.

14 Jun 2025 19:30

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.

21 Jun 2025 19:30

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.

29 Jun 2025 19:30

Tramlines 2025

Sheffield’s biggest party! Tramlines returns to Hillsborough Park 25 - 27 July for their 17th edition.

25 Jul 2025 - 27 Jul 2025

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

25 Sep 2025 19:00

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.

17 Oct 2025 19:30

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.

22 Oct 2025 19:00

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!

01 Nov 2025 19:30

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…”

05 Nov 2025 19:30

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.

08 Nov 2025 18:30

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.

30 Nov 2025 19:30

There are loads of 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 to watching the next big thing in a pub backroom, you'll never be short of a great performance. Delve into our music event listings to see what’s coming…

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