What’s On in Yorkshire and the Humber 2026 & 2027: Live Music, Concerts & Events
Posted on Tuesday 29th September 2026 at 16:00
Written by
Will Rabjohns
What’s On in Yorkshire and the Humber 2026 & 2027: Live Music, Concerts & Events
Updated September 2026. Looking for the best live events happening across Yorkshire and the Humber in 2026 and 2027? From major arena tours and city-centre gigs to festivals and one-off shows, this guide highlights the standout live experiences coming to the region and where to catch them.
Discover what’s on across Yorkshire and the Humber, from huge arena concerts and outdoor festivals to grassroots gigs and unmissable live events. Browse upcoming live music tickets and start planning.
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
Standout gigs & tours across Yorkshire & the Humber
KNEECAP
FENIAN WORLD TOUR
When: Saturday 5th December 2026 (Connexin Live, Hull)
Belfast rap trio Kneecap bring their riotous, bilingual hip-hop and rave-fuelled live show to Hull’s Connexin Live this December.
RICK ASTLEY
LIVE AT THE PIECE HALL
When: Friday 28th May 2027 (The Piece Hall, Halifax)
Pop icon Rick Astley brings timeless hits and that unmistakable voice to Halifax’s Piece Hall next May for a huge open-air show.
ALEX WARREN
FINDING (MORE) FAMILY ON THE ROAD 2027 WORLD TOUR
When: Wednesday 30th June 2027 (Scarborough Open Air Theatre)
Chart-topping singer-songwriter Alex Warren brings his heartfelt, soaring pop to Scarborough Open Air Theatre next June on his 2027 world tour.
OLLY MURS
PLUS VERY SPECIAL GUESTS
When: Friday 9th July 2027 (York Museum Gardens)
Pop favourite Olly Murs brings his feel-good, hit-packed set to the open-air setting of York Museum Gardens next July.
YARD ACT
YOU’RE GONNA NEED A LITTLE MUSIC TOUR
When: Thursday 12th November 2026 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
Leeds’ own Yard Act take their sharp, post-punk wit to Sheffield this November on the You’re Gonna Need A Little Music Tour.
RY X
DUSK TOUR
When: Thursday 1st April 2027 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
Australian artist RY X brings the Dusk Tour to Sheffield next April, sharing his hushed, atmospheric blend of folk and electronica.
BILLY LOCKETT
UK TOUR 2027
When: Wednesday 10th & Friday 12th February 2027 (The Wardrobe, Leeds & Pocklington Arts Centre)
Piano-led singer-songwriter Billy Lockett brings his heartfelt, soaring songs to Leeds and Pocklington next February for two intimate shows.
KAISER CHIEFS
SUMMER 2027 OPEN AIR SHOWS
When: Friday 4th & Friday 11th June 2027 (The Piece Hall, Halifax & Scarborough Open Air Theatre)
Leeds indie heroes Kaiser Chiefs play two huge open-air Yorkshire shows next June, at The Piece Hall and Scarborough Open Air Theatre.
JAMES BLUNT
AIRPLANE MODE TOUR
When: Friday 26th March 2027 (First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds)
Multi-platinum singer-songwriter James Blunt brings the Airplane Mode Tour to Leeds next March, packed with heartfelt ballads and career-spanning hits.
DMA’S
UK & IRELAND TOUR 2027
When: Monday 15th February 2027 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
Aussie indie heroes DMA’S head to Sheffield next February, bringing their soaring, Britpop-tinged anthems and euphoric live show to Octagon Centre.
MARIAM
SINGS AMADOU & MARIAM
When: Thursday 5th November 2026 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
Mariam Doumbia carries the Amadou & Mariam story onward in Sheffield, blending joyous Malian rhythms, blues and pop with songs from final album L’Amour à la Folie.
THE DUALERS
SUMMER NEVER ENDS TOUR 2027
When: Friday 13th November 2026 – Friday 22nd October 2027 (multiple UK venues)
Ska-soul duo The Dualers bring their sunny, feel-good sound to Sheffield, Holmfirth and Leeds across late 2026 and 2027.
More gigs, festivals & events across Yorkshire & the Humber
From outdoor festivals and one-off spectaculars to comedy tours and grassroots gigs, the Yorkshire and the Humber calendar is packed with reasons to get out and see something live.
ERASURE
RADIO!! RADIO!! TOUR + SPECIAL GUESTS LADYTRON
When: Thursday 6th & Saturday 8th May 2027 (Connexin Live, Hull & First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds)
SIMON BRODKIN: UNLEASHED
UK STAND-UP TOUR 2026/27
When: Friday 16th October 2026 – Sunday 11th April 2027 (multiple UK venues)
DONNY OSMOND
VIVA UK
When: Tuesday 26th & Friday 29th January 2027 (Connexin Live, Hull & First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds)
LIVE AT CHRISTMAS 2026
PERFORMING: SARA PASCOE, FERN BRADY, AMY GLEDHILL, TOM ROSENTHAL, TOUSSAINT DOUGLASS
When: Friday 18th December 2026 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
THE WORLD OF HANS ZIMMER: A NEW DIMENSION
When: Thursday 8th October 2026 (First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds)
GORDON BUCHANAN
LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS
When: Thursday 25th February 2027 (Octagon Centre, Sheffield)
STOP MAKING SENSE LIVE
A LIVE RECREATION OF THE GREATEST CONCERT MOVIE OF ALL TIME
When: Saturday 12th December 2026 (The Welly, Hull)
XMAS ON THE DANCEFLOOR
STARRING STRICTLY’S GORKA MÁRQUEZ
When: Sunday 6th December 2026 (Bradford Live)
IN COLOUR
PERFORMING: SQUID, UGLY, THEATRE & MORE!
When: Saturday 24th October 2026 (Brudenell Social Club, Leeds)
UB40 FEAT. ALI CAMPBELL
THE BIG LOVE TOUR
When: Tuesday 8th December 2026 (First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds)
RICK WAKEMAN
THE WIZARD OF PROG - ULTIMATE HIGHLIGHTS CONCERT TOUR FEAT THE ENGLISH ROCK ENSEMBLE
When: Sunday 28th February & Thursday 11th March 2027 (Sheffield City Hall & York Barbican)
Regional highlights — Where to go in Yorkshire & the Humber
Sheffield
One of the UK’s most influential music cities, Sheffield hosts major concerts at Octagon Centre and Sheffield City Hall, as well as grassroots gigs at venues like Crookes Social Club and The Hallamshire Hotel.
Leeds
Leeds pairs arena nights at First Direct Bank Arena with a buzzing club and grassroots scene across O2 Academy Leeds, Stylus, Brudenell Social Club, Project House and Leeds Irish Centre.
For more on the region's best small venues — including the Octagon Centre and Brudenell Social Club — see our guide to the UK's best intimate venues.
York
Historic York offers large-scale concerts at York Barbican, open-air summer shows at York Museum Gardens and intimate gigs at The Crescent, with live music and cultural events happening throughout the year.
Halifax
Halifax’s Grade I-listed The Piece Hall hosts a summer series of major open-air concerts in its historic Georgian courtyard.
Scarborough
A popular seaside destination, Scarborough ranges from huge outdoor shows at Scarborough Open Air Theatre to year-round performances at Scarborough Spa.
Hull
Hull continues to attract major touring artists and live entertainment, with Connexin Live hosting arena concerts, comedy and family shows throughout the year, alongside a growing programme of events across the city.
Venue spotlight: The Octagon Centre, Sheffield
The Octagon Centre is one of Sheffield’s leading live music and events venues, located at the University of Sheffield in the heart of the city. Hosting concerts, comedy shows, touring artists and large-scale performances throughout the year, the Octagon attracts audiences from across South Yorkshire and beyond.
Our venue guide covers everything you need to plan your visit, from transport tips and FAQs to upcoming gigs.
Explore the Octagon Centre venue guide
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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 concerts, comedy shows and festivals across Yorkshire and the Humber can sell out quickly, so it’s worth setting reminders and booking early.
What’s the biggest concert venue in Yorkshire & the Humber?
First Direct Bank Arena in Leeds is one of the largest indoor concert venues in the region and hosts many of the world’s biggest touring artists. Other major venues include Sheffield’s O2 Academy and Don Valley Bowl, York Barbican and Hull’s Connexin Live.
Which Yorkshire & the Humber venues are best for live music?
The region has a thriving live music scene, from major venues such as First Direct Bank Arena and O2 Academy Leeds, Sheffield City Hall, Octagon Centre and Don Valley Bowl, and York Barbican, to respected grassroots venues including Brudenell Social Club (Leeds), Crookes Social Club (Sheffield) and The Crescent (York).
What festivals take place in Yorkshire & the Humber?
The region hosts festival-style events year-round, from summer concerts at Halifax’s The Piece Hall and York Museum Gardens to major outdoor shows at Scarborough Open Air Theatre and boutique events across the calendar.
Ready to explore more live events in Yorkshire & the Humber?
Find all upcoming gigs, tours and festivals across Leeds, Sheffield, Hull and beyond.