Tramlines is returning to Hillsborough Park in Sheffield for another year.
Tramlines is truly showing Yorkshire that festival season is back for good this summer.
Sam Fender, Kasabian and Madness are all set to headline the weekend festival, with additional acts due to be announced in the coming weeks.
Between Friday 22 July and Sunday 24 July 2022, Tramline-goers will have the opportunity to watch some of the UK's best musical talent, as well as rising up-and-coming acts before they hit the mainstream.
Headline Acts
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The latest line-up announcement included the likes of Bad Boy Chiller Crew, Alfie Templeman, Kelis and Scouting for Girls will be joining the already jam-packed lineup.
James, Declan McKenna, The Vaccines, Sigrid, Self Esteem, Inhaler, The Wombats, Becky Hill, Reverend and the Makers and The Coral are just some of the big names taking to the stage, with smaller acts like Swim School, Coach Party, April and The Goa Express entertaining daytime crowds.
On Friday 22 July, the headliner at Tramlines festival is going to be the UK's most-loved Geordie, Sam Fender. The Seventeen Going Under singer-songwriter is currently on a UK tour to celebrate his latest album release and will be making an appearance in Sheffield to perform all of his best-selling singles, including Hypersonic Missiles, Will We Talk? and we're sure that his latest single, Spit Of You will find a way onto the main stage too.
Sit Down indie-pop band and Madchester legends, James, will also be performing in the evening. Having sold over 25 million albums worldwide since their formation in the 1980s, the band will perform after 23-year-old Declan McKenna takes to the stage.
The full line-up for Friday includes: Sam Fender, James, Declan McKenna, Shed Seven, Bad Boy Chiller Crew, Jade Bird, Lady Leshurr, Orla Gartland, Working Men's Club, Baby Queen, Brooke Combe, The Clockworks, Coach Party, Kynsy, Lime Garden, August Charles and Harri Larkin.
Line-up: Saturday 23 July
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By Saturday, Sheffield will have well and truly settled into the festival: we're picturing dancing in the sunshine, drink in one hand and the other in the air as Kasabian headline the event. The English rock band have had us losing our voices at festivals since their formation in the late 90s and we're sure Tramlines will be no different. Expect bangers like Fire, You're In Love With A Psycho, Shoot The Runner and other classic indie-rock tunes that span through the decades all evening long.
The Vaccines, who have made many a festival performance over the past five years, will be warming up the crowd with summertime favourites, If You Wanna, Wetsuit, Post Break-Up Sex and All My Friends Are Falling In Love and more. Norwegian singer Sigrid will also be bringing electro-pop to the main stage with a colourful performance of her album, Sucker Punch.
The full line-up for Saturday includes: Kasabian, The Vaccines, Sigrid, Little Man Tate, Self Esteem, Inhaler, Sam Ryder, Alfie Templeman, Lottery Winners, Kawala, Just Mustard, Crawlers, Bleach Lab, Swim School, Sheafs, Pixey and Every Pregnant Brothers.
Line-up: Sunday 24 July
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We all know how Sundays look at a festival: you're either still hyped up from the night before or lethargically fighting to postpone the looming post-festival hangover, but it's nothing a bacon barm and a Berocca can't sort out. The tunes on Sunday are just as lively, so make sure you save your energy for 70s icons from the ska band, Madness. Expect old school tunes like Our House, It Must Be Love and an unmissable performance of Baggy Trousers in performance that will be perfect for all ages.
Preceding Madness will be The Wombats, who will be offering ample opportunity to dance to Joy Division during an excitable set of hits spanning from Greek Tragedy to 1996. Also performing as one of the final day headliners is Becky Hill. The former The Voice contestant will be taking time out from her residency at Ibiza Rocks to perform at Tramlines, we're expecting to hear Only Honest on the Weekend from start to finish, as well as soulful performances of pop hits.
The full Sunday line-up includes: Madness, The Wombats, Becky Hill, Reverend & The Makers, Kelis, The Coral, Sports Team, Scouting for Girls, Yard Act, Elvana, Do Nothing, The Goa Express, April, Bedroom High Club and Luxury Goods.
All that dancing is bound to work up quite the appetite. A serious consideration at festivals is the foodie offerings and Tramlines has the perfect combination of bars and food trucks to keep you going all weekend long. B’reyt Dough, a born and bred Yorkshire pizza company will be firing up Italian specialties by the plenty whilst Stripclub Street food will have all the burgers, fries and session sides you need.
The festival-themed menu from the burger joint includes the likes of BBQ Bae, A Kiss Burger, A Quickie Burger and their famous Bacon Biscoff.
How can I get tickets?
Weekend tickets for the festival have now sold out but day tickets are still available for all days.
Tramlines 2026 has officially wrapped up, and dare we say it might have been the best one yet?
Well, that’s it folks. One of the biggest weekends of Sheffield's musical calendar has been ticked off, and what a time we had.
First of all, the weather was a far cry from three years ago where Hillsborough Park turned into an actual swamp, and instead we were slapping on the sun cream before heading into the crowds.
The lineup, in true Tramlines fashion, was full of indie royalty from The Courteeners and Blossoms to Wet Leg and The Royston Club.
One of the highlights, though, was Fatboy Slim who was booked as the festival's first ever DJ headliner on the Friday night.
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Performing to a sea of sh*t-shirt wearing ravers, his set was filled with iconic tracks and unforgettable beats which reminded us why he really is one of the rave scene's biggest legends.
It wouldn't be a festival without at least one surprise guest, and our favourite had to be Rick Astley rocking up to join Manchester's own Blossoms on the main stage on Saturday night.
This special moment secured it as one of our favourite sets of the weekend, you just can't not love Rick Astley (especially when he's sporting an all-white suit) and it's safe to say Blossoms are truly at their very best right now.
Wolf Alice reminded everyone exactly why they're one of the UK's very best live bands, delivering a set packed with atmosphere, plenty of leather and enough energy to keep the crowd hooked from start to finish.
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Then there were The Courteeners, who once again proved why they're one of the country's most reliable festival headliners. As soon as Not Nineteen Forever rang out across Hillsborough Park, thousands of voices took over, creating a proper goosebump moment.
Elsewhere, Wet Leg brought their trademark quirks and infectious anthems, while The Royston Club continued their rapid rise with a set that left plenty of people convinced they're destined for even bigger stages in the years to come.
Of course it wouldn't be Tramlines without celebrating the city's own music scene. Sheffield's musical heritage was on full display throughout the weekend, with local talent dominating the bill including indie band Cruz who performed to a packed out crowd on The Leadmill Stage.
Away from the stages, the atmosphere was exactly what Tramlines has become famous for.
Thousands of friendly people soaking up the sunshine, grabbing a pint and enjoying some properly good live music. The fancy dress competition on the Saturday just showed how great the city's community spirit is, it's not often you bump into a group of six women dressed as tomatoes.
We left with the inevitable husky voice and achey legs, but also with a real buzz and love for the city. Another year, another absolute belter. Roll on Tramlines 2027.
Successful Sheffield charity walk returns to Meadowhall to support people living with dementia
Clementine Hall
Sheffield Hospitals Charity and Meadowhall have announced the return of the Red Shoe Walk for 2026.
After a hugely successful debut event last year that brought hundreds of people together and raised over £12,000 - The Red Shoe Walk is back.
The community event returns on Sunday 2nd August and will once again see families and friends walk the accessible route around Meadowhall to raise vital funds for people living with dementia across Sheffield.
The Red Shoe Walk was inspired by one woman's lifelong love of red shoes - a simple memory trigger that helps her connect with her past.
As you lace up, you're invited to take a moment to reflect on your own memories. Photos, music, familiar objects and special places can help bring back older memories and create a sense of connection.
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Everyone taking part will walk a 2km route round Meadowhall. The walk starts at 10am with registrations open from 9am at the Summer Beach Club. The route is flat, accessible and suitable for all ages - so nobody has to miss out.
After the walk has finished you will get free access and unlimited rides until midday at Meadowhall's Summer Beach Club.
.Not only that, but singer songwriter Joe Carnall Jnr will perform live at the start of this year’s Red Shoe Walk.
Best known as a member of Sheffield-band Milburn and previously Reverend & The Makers, Joe will be joined by cast members from his brand-new musical ‘How Could I Forget?’ as part of the warm-up for the walk.
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The musical is a heartfelt love letter to grandparents, inspired by Joe’s own family experience with dementia and loss. The show has sold out an impressive three nights at Sheffield Theatres and tickets have recently been released for the Carriageworks in Leeds.
Joe said: “My grandad passed away with dementia over 10 years ago and I got the inspiration for the musical from him. I want to do the walk with my three young children, reminisce and tell stories about him and connect with other people who have their own experiences of dementia.”
Beth Crackles, CEO of Sheffield Hospitals Charity said: “We’re thrilled with how the first ever Red Shoe Walk brought our community together in solidarity and are beyond excited to bring it back for 2026. It will be such a poignant moment to have Joe and the cast from ‘How Could I Forget’ perform live ahead of the walk, and we’re so grateful for their support.
"We hope to see lots of people there, walking together as a community to make a real difference for people living with dementia and their loved ones.”
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Darren Pearce, Centre Director at Meadowhall said: “Dementia touches the lives of so many families across our local community, and we’re incredibly proud to be working with Sheffield Hospitals Charity to host the Red Shoe Walk for a second time.
“Building on the success of last year’s event – which raised over £10,000 for the charity – it’s brilliant to be welcoming Joe Carnall Jnr to perform this year. The performance will start the event perfectly, as people once again come together to raise vital funds for those affected by dementia throughout the city.”
Not only that, but football legends Tony Currie, John Pearson and John Breckin from Sheffield United, Sheffield Wednesday and Rotherham United have also joined forces to back the walk, raising awareness and funds for dementia care across Sheffield.
Prices are £7 per adult, £4 per child, £18 for a family of four and under 3’s go free. Each ticket includes an exclusive Red Shoe Walk t-shirt to wear on the day, access to a range of exclusive discounts at participating Meadowhall retailers plus free entry and free rides at the Summer Beach Club until midday.
Sophie Smith -
21st March 2022 
