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A curated agave spirit tasting event returns at the Rising Sun Inn with expert connoisseurs.
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You can find live music, cultural performances, and community gatherings across Barnsley this week, from 26 April to 3 May 2026. The town's arts scene is growing, with events in repurposed spaces such as a former cinema hall hosting spoken-word nights and local housing estate rooms opening for informal music circles. Rock acts play at smaller venues near Barnsley Interchange, including tribute sets spotlighting 1970s British bands, drawing people from nearby Penistone and Wombwell.
Theatre productions include experimental work staged in the multi-use hall attached to the town’s civic centre. These mix original scripts with reimagined classics, like a condensed version of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night’s Dream set against industrial themes, performed by youth from Barnsley High School and adult volunteers.
Evenings stretch into late hours at venues like the converted warehouse near Cudworth railway station, where sound artists work with visual creators for immersive evenings. These events don’t appear in mainstream listings but spread through word of mouth among regulars at local pubs such as The Blacksmith’s Rest and The Old Mill Café.
Family-friendly options include morning craft sessions at Barnsley Market, where kids use recycled materials, and a weekend storytelling event under canvas shelters near Cannon Hall. These reflect how community spaces are being used for sustained interaction across generations.
Check listings below for times and venues.
A curated agave spirit tasting event returns at the Rising Sun Inn with expert connoisseurs.
Jalen Ngonda performs a live music gig at the Octagon venue.
Singer-songwriter Sari Schorr performs a live music set at Yellow Arch Studios in Sheffield.
A lunchtime networking event for lesbian singles to meet locally in Dewsbury.
Weekly pub quiz at Two Thirds Beer Co. featuring general knowledge, themed rounds, and cash prizes.
A cheese tasting event exploring innovative and hidden gem English cheeses in Sheffield.
Unified Dating hosts casual social events in Sheffield to help singles meet new people locally.
A guided wine and cheese pairing evening featuring six wines and cheeses for tasting.
A wine tasting evening at Gills & Co features Northern Italian wines paired with breads, cheeses, and charcuterie.
A charity pub quiz at The Ball Inn supports SWFCCP with fun, trivia-based entertainment.
A performance event organized by Local Mencap Barnsley showcases talents from the community.
A workshop at the Lightbox library teaches visual support strategies for children with SCI needs.
Jethro Tull performs a live concert at Sheffield City Hall Oval Hall.
A monthly social gathering for humanists and curious minds, hosted at Showroom Café Bar in Sheffield.
A casual pizza night event for friends to socialize and enjoy food at Wincobank Village Hall.
A free seminar on inheritance tax planning, covering thresholds, exemptions, and gifting strategies.
A fun quiz night at The Cavendish in Sheffield offers friendly competition and social interaction.
Comedian Big Shaun hosts a comedy night at The Fat Cat with multiple acts including Josh Sedman and Paul Pirie.
A Queen tribute band performs songs from Mercury and May at Barnsley Academy Theatre.
Just Radiohead performs the music of Radiohead at Foundry, 14+ only.
The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican perform an opening night concert at Wath Upon Dearne R.U.F.C.
Indie band Everglades performs a live set at Vault 27 in Barnsley.
Civic Green performs live at The Garrison in Barnsley with special guests.
Local business professionals gather for a relaxed in-person networking lunch in Barnsley.
Bloodworm is a theatrical performance at Sidney & Matilda in Sheffield on 5 January 2026.
Monrroe & Duskee perform live drum and bass as part of their UK tour at Plot 22 in Sheffield.
Walking football session hosted by the FA at a local venue.
Civic Green is a community event held at The Garrison in Barnsley.
The world's leading Nirvana tribute act performs live at SteelYard in Sheffield this May.
The Beatles Revolution Band performs a live tribute concert at The Millennium Stadium.
VUNCLE performs live at Tank Nightclub in Sheffield with special guest artists.
A live music event at Vault 27 commemorates the General Strike centenary with multiple bands, supporting striking workers.
Singer-songwriter Katherine Priddy announces release of her third album, These Frightening Machines, via Cooking Vinyl.
A bottomless brunch featuring craft beers, prosecco, cocktails, and street food at Two Thirds Beer Co.
A £50 per person tasting of six wines paired with cheese, hosted at Gills & Co.
The Rock Of Ages Experience returns to Venue23 in Wakefield on 2 May 2026.
DJ BASSHUNTER and DJ SAMMY headline the Love the 90s Festival at SY Sheffield, celebrating 90s music and nostalgia.
The Charlatans perform a live rock concert at the Octagon venue.
Max Richter's contemporary reimagining of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons performed at The Victoria Hall.
The Smiths Ltd perform a live gig at The Foundry, Sheffield University Students' Union.
A flamboyant cabaret show featuring burlesque, drag, circus, and variety acts in Sheffield.
Live musical theatre performances take place at Network in Sheffield.
GASKIN performs at Tank Nightclub with BASS JAMZ crew member Wildish and an additional headliner.
Comedy performances are scheduled at The New Barrack Tavern in Sheffield on 05/03/2026.
Brown Bear Comedy returns to Parkway Cinema in Barnsley with a stand-up night featuring punchlines, popcorn, and pints.
Smoove & Turrell perform live soul and funk music in Sheffield.
A free mini disco with the Blue Alien at Cutlery Works, featuring dancing and fun for children and families.
A 3-hour foraging session in Sheffield includes wild ingredient ID, tastings, and a wild snack.
Acoustic music performances with food and countryside views on select Sundays.
The Dodworth Colliery Band performs a live brass band concert at Barnsley Main Colliery.
The Groovebox X Bounded Festival returns to SteelYard in Sheffield featuring headliner HOT SINCE 82 and other DJs.
Back2Bounce presents This Is Bounce UK: INSIDE OUT at The Doncaster Warehouse.
A 2nd birthday celebration event featuring bassline, house, R&B, and bashment music across three rooms at Hush Huddersfield.