What Was On in Sheffield: 18–24 May 2026

BetMGM Premier League Darts

The world's top darts players are back at the Utilita Arena Sheffield on Thursday. It's the last league night before the Play-Offs, and while the top four are already locked in, Luke Humphries and Gerwyn Price will battle it out for third spot — with the loser facing a likely semi-final showdown against table-topper Luke Littler at The O2. All eight stars are in action, including Michael van Gerwen, as they chase nightly glory and a share of the £1.25m prize pot. Tickets are nearly gone, so plan ahead if you're heading down.

Sheffield Food Festival Celebrates 15 Years

The Sheffield Food Festival is back in the Peace Gardens on 23–25 May, and this year marks 15 years of it. Most of the traders (around 9 in 10) are from Sheffield and nearby, so expect loads of street food, drinks, cooking demos and live music around the city centre. It's free, no tickets needed. Just turn up, eat well, and back the local makers. See you there.

Custom Car Show

Venue

📍 The Moor

Time

🕒 10:30 am – 4 pm

Price

🎟️ Free

The Moor pedestrian zone fills with 100+ custom and modified vehicles - Japanese imports, fast Fords, American muscle and a 'wild card' section. Plus a racing-sim, photo ops and street food alongside.

Ray LaMontagne — Trouble 20th Anniversary Tour

Venue

📍 Sheffield City Hall

Time

🕒 6:30 pm

Price

🎟️ £ 50

The reclusive American singer-songwriter performs his breakthrough album 'Trouble' in full to mark its 20th birthday, with support from Natalie Jane Hill. Gravel-and-honey vocals in a seated hall - close to ideal.

35% off at the Q-Park parking with code CITYHALL35

Midge Ure: A Man of Two Worlds

Venue

📍 Sheffield City Hall

Time

🕒 7:30 pm

Price

🎟️ £48

The Ultravox frontman and 'Vienna' songwriter brings an evening that splits cleanly between his synth-pop legacy and the acoustic folk side he's quietly built since. Expect storytelling between the hits.

35% off at the Q-Park parking with code CITYHALL35

Noughts and Crosses

Venue

📍 Lyceum

Time

🕒 Time Varies

Price

🎟️ £20

Pilot Theatre's touring revival of Malorie Blackman's classic dystopian love story closes its national run at the Lyceum. A flipped-world Romeo and Juliet that has gathered strong reviews on the road.

Age guidance 12+

Peak District Guided Walk: Speak of the North

Venue

📍 St Peter's Church, Edensor

Time

🕒 10 am

Price

🎟️ £10

A unique walking experience starting from the Crucible that explores local history and landscape. Guided by experts, it blends physical activity with engaging regional storytelling.

Around 6 hours and 30 minutes

Lucy Beaumont: Work in Progress

Venue

📍 Steamworks

Time

🕒 12:00 pm

Price

🎟️ £13

The 'Meet the Richardsons' star tests out fresh material in a relaxed afternoon setting at Steamworks. Perfect for fans who want a raw, behind-the-scenes look at her comedy process.

Ages 14+

PINS + Gia Ford & Gelder

Venue

📍 Yellow Arch Studios

Time

🕒 7:30 pm

Price

🎟️ £15

The Manchester post-punk four-piece return to Yellow Arch Studios on a rescheduled date, with Sheffield's own Gia Ford and Gelder opening. A loud, sweaty night in one of the city's best-loved warehouse venues.

James Morrison — 20 Years of Undiscovered Tour

Venue

📍 Sheffield City Hall

Time

🕒 6:30 pm

Price

🎟️ £41-£70

Morrison marks two decades since his platinum debut with a career-spanning set at the Oval Hall, supported by rising soul-pop singer Talia Rae. Expect 'You Give Me Something' to still hit hard.

35% off at the Q-Park parking with code CITYHALL35

Chatsworth Family Festival

Venue

📍 Peak District

Time

🕒 10 am – 5:30 pm

Price

🎟️ £12+

Author Q&As, drawing workshops with children's illustrator Claire Powell, garden trails and games take over the Chatsworth grounds for the half-term weekend. A solid bank-holiday backup if the city centre feels too busy.

Included with garden ticket