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Tramlines Festival Returns to Sheffield's Hillsborough Park This July
The event that started as a city-wide takeover of pubs and clubs now centres on one park for three days of music and more.
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Tramlines Festival returns to Hillsborough Park this July for its annual run of live performances and activities.
Origins and current format
The festival began in Sheffield in 2009 as a city-wide takeover of pubs, clubs and street corners. It is now held at Hillsborough Park each July. The programme spans headline music acts, local artists, comedy, poetry, DJs and street food. Around 40,000 people attend across three days.
New addition for 2026
A new area called The Fancy Bit debuts in 2026. It is located by the Sarah Nulty Main Stage and adds an exclusive viewing platform and lounge seating to VIP benefits.
Community role
Organisers describe supporting the Hillsborough and wider Sheffield community. They note Sheffield is the UK's first City of Sanctuary. The festival has grown from scattered venues to a single-park format while keeping its focus on local participation and visitor experience.
Residents and visitors can expect the same mix of music, spoken-word events and food options that have defined the event in recent years. The move to a fixed park location allows organisers to manage larger crowds and add dedicated spaces such as The Fancy Bit.
Details on tickets, line-up and access are available through the festival's official channels. Those planning to attend should check tramlines.org.uk for the latest updates on timings and entry requirements.