What’s On in Yorkshire and the Humber 2026: Live Music, Concerts & Events

Looking for live music, concerts and events happening across Yorkshire and the Humber in 2026? Browse upcoming live music tickets and discover some of the standout shows coming to venues across the region.

From Leeds and Sheffield to Halifax, York and Hull, this guide highlights some of the standout live shows and tours coming to venues across Yorkshire and the Humber.

In this guide, you’ll find:

• Major concerts and tours coming to Yorkshire and the Humber
• Standout shows and limited-date runs to book early
• Regional highlights from Leeds, Sheffield, York and Scarborough
• A practical FAQ to help plan your live events calendar

 

Major concerts & live music events in Yorkshire & the Humber

More events & musical moments across the Yorkshire & the Humber

Beyond the headline shows, Yorkshire's live events calendar is packed with festivals, comedy, touring theatre and grassroots gigs across towns and cities throughout the region.

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Live shows, festivals, tours & events

• Jubilee Central Comedy featuring Scott Bennett and Josh Pugh — Friday 15th May 2026 (Jubilee Central, Hull)
• Rick Astley — Summer 2026 - Friday 5th June 2026 (Scarborough Open Air Theatre)
• Ethel Cain — Willoughby Tucker Forever Tour 2026 - Saturday 20th June 2026 (The Piece Hall, Halifax)
• Anastacia — Sunday 21st June 2026 (Scarborough Open Air Theatre)
• James Arthur — Saturday 4th July 2026 (The Piece Hall, Halifax)
• Osees — Wednesday 15th July 2026 (Leeds Irish Centre)
• CMAT — Saturday 18th July 2026 (Scarborough Open Air Theatre)
• Gary Numan — Friday 31st July 2026 (The Piece Hall, Halifax)
• The Stranglers — Friday 21st August 2026 (Tileyard North, Wakefield)
• The Wombats — Friday 21st August 2026 (The Piece Hall, Halifax)
• Public Service Broadcasting — Sunday 23rd August 2026 (The Piece Hall, Halifax)
• Sophie Ellis Bextor — Thursday 27th August 2026 (Tileyard North, Wakefield)
• Bastille — Saturday 11th July & Friday 28th August 2026 (Scarborough Open Air Theatre & The Piece Hall, Halifax)
• The Fratellis — Celebrating 20 years of Costello Music - Friday 28th & Sunday 30th August 2026 (Tileyard North, Wakefield & Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield)
• Ocean Colour Scene — Saturday 29th August 2026 (Tileyard North, Wakefield)
• Wunderhorse — Saturday 29th August 2026 (Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield)
• The Vaccines — Sunday 30th August 2026 (Tileyard North, Wakefield)
• Richard Ashcroft — Sunday 30th August 2026 (Don Valley Bowl, Sheffield)
• Spell Songs — Monday 7th September 2026 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
• One Night In Nashville — Friday 25th September 2026 (The Picturedrome, Holmfirth)
• Don Broco — Tuesday 29th September 2026 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
• Chameleons — Wednesday 21st October 2026 (Stylus, Leeds)
• Joshua Idehen — Wednesday 11th & Saturday 14th November 2026 (Project House, Leeds & Electric Studios Sheffield)
• Nish Kumar — Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy - Friday 13th November 2026 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
• Tony Hadley — Saturday 21st & Wednesday 25th November 2026 (York Barbican & Connexin Live, Hull)
• An Evening with Lambchop — Wednesday 25th November 2026 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
• Sweet — Wednesday 9th December 2026 (The Picturedrome, Holmfirth)
• The George Michael Legacy — Saturday 25th April 2026 & Saturday 9th January 2027 (The Picturedrome, Holmfirth & Town Hall, Huddersfield)
• Maisie Adam — Whatsherface - Tuesday 9th March 2027 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
• Kim Wilde — The Singles Tour - Saturday 27th – Sunday 28th March 2027 (Sheffield City Hall, York Barbican)

 

Regional highlights — Where to go in Yorkshire & the Humber

Sheffield

Discover live music in Sheffield, one of the UK’s most influential music cities. From major concerts at The Octagon, O2 Academy and Don Valley Bowl to grassroots gigs at venues like Sidney & Matilda and The Hallamshire Hotel, Sheffield hosts everything from global stars to emerging artists.

Leeds

Explore live music in Leeds, a city known for its vibrant nightlife and thriving music scene. Catch major concerts at First Direct Arena, O2 Academy and Stylus, or discover independent venues like Brudenell Social Club, Project House, Hyde Park Book Club and Leeds Irish Centre, plus outdoor events at Harewood House.

York

Find live music in York, where historic surroundings meet a growing events scene. Enjoy large-scale concerts at York Barbican or discover intimate gigs at The Crescent, with a wide range of live music and cultural events happening throughout the year.

Scarborough

Experience live music in Scarborough, a popular seaside destination for concerts and events. From huge outdoor shows at Scarborough Open Air Theatre to year-round performances at Scarborough Spa, the town offers live entertainment for every music fan.

 

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BRADFORD | HALIFAX | HUDDERSFIELD | HOLMFIRTH | LEEDS | WAKEFIELD | MIDDLESBROUGH | YORK | HULL | SCARBOROUGH | SHEFFIELD | DONCASTER | BARNSLEY | GRIMSBY

 

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Need to know — Yorkshire & the Humber events

When do tickets usually go on sale?
Most tickets go on sale shortly after an announcement, often on Friday mornings. Popular shows can sell out quickly, especially in smaller venues.

Which venues should I keep an eye on?
Key live music venues in Yorkshire and the Humber include Sheffield’s O2 Academy, The Octagon and Don Valley Bowl, Leeds’s First Direct Arena, O2 Academy, Stylus and Brudenell Social Club, York Barbican and The Crescent, plus Scarborough Open Air Theatre and Scarborough Spa.

Are there festivals in Yorkshire & The Humber this year?
Yes. Yorkshire and the Humber hosts a wide range of music festivals and live events throughout the year, from major outdoor shows at venues like Scarborough Open Air Theatre and Harewood House to smaller independent and boutique festivals across the region.

 

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