The Steamworks is an 11,000 sq ft event space and cultural hub in a converted industrial warehouse on Randall Street in Highfield, Sheffield — named for the steam joinery that once occupied the site. With incredible natural light, a licensed bar and a rotating network of street-food vendors, it's become one of South Yorkshire's most beloved live-music destinations, hosting everything from bass-forward club sessions and touring DJs to intimate live gigs, stand-up showcases, Edinburgh Fringe previews and tour warm-ups. The room delivers punchy sound and vivid lighting with quick bar service and smooth changeovers between acts. It also hosts weddings, markets and private events.
Sheffield · Every Monday · No fee listed
The Steamworks Open Mic
Sheffield's monday open mic. Full backline.
Next night: Mon 16 Nov. Kick-off 20:00, sign-up from 20:00. No fee listed.
Nearby open micsUpdated 13 November 2026
At a glance
Checked 22 Oct 202620:00
Kick-off
Mondays
sign-up from 20:00Mondays
| Night | Every Monday |
| Sign-up | 20:00 walk-in |
| Slot | Ask the host |
| Entry | No fee listed · all ages |
| Backline | Full backline |
01 — Inside the room
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03 — The night
Every MondayHow the night runs
20:00
Kick-off
MondaysRunning order
20:00 Kick-off
23:30 Close (tbc)
Times marked tbc aren't confirmed yet - we're working to find out.
04 — Find The Steamworks
SheffieldGetting there
Sheffield
05 — What's on stage
5 provided| PA system | Provided |
| Drum kit | Provided |
| Guitar amp | Provided |
| Bass amp | Provided |
| Keys / keyboard | Bring your own |
| 2 vocal mics | Provided |
| In-house engineer | None |
06 — About
SheffieldAbout the night
The Steamworks is one of Sheffield's best-loved live-music spaces, an 11,000 sq ft industrial-chic venue with a licensed bar, and every Monday it hosts an open jam run by Delaney's Music. Doors open at 7pm with the sign-up list opening at 8pm, and it's a proper full-band setup — a great PA, a drum kit and back-line are all provided, so you can genuinely just turn up and play. It's free, friendly and open to all levels, making it a brilliant first jam for newer players.
The Steamworks is an 11,000 sq ft event space and cultural hub in a converted industrial warehouse on Randall Street in Highfield, Sheffield — named for the steam joinery that once occupied the site. With incredible natural light, a licensed bar and a rotating network of street-food vendors, it's become one of South Yorkshire's most beloved live-music destinations, hosting everything from bass-forward club sessions and touring DJs to intimate live gigs, stand-up showcases, Edinburgh Fringe previews and tour warm-ups. The room delivers punchy sound and vivid lighting with quick bar service and smooth changeovers between acts. It also hosts weddings, markets and private events.
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Sheffield · Every Monday
The Steamworks Open Mic
Sheffield's monday open mic. Full backline. Starts at 20:00.
- Monday
- Open mic night
- May 2026
- Listed since
- 22 Oct
- Last checked
- No fee
- Entry
- 20:00
- Sign-up time
- Community
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Last updated: 13 November 2026
The Steamworks Open Mic — Quick Facts
The Steamworks Open Mic runs on Mondays at The Steamworks in Sheffield, starting at 20:00 with sign-up from 20:00. Below: when it runs, sign-up and slots, the stage kit and how to get there.
Open mic status Last checked 22 Oct 2026
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The night starts at 20:00. Sign-up is on the night from 20:00 - get there early to get a slot. Full backline is listed, so you can travel light - bring your instrument, pedals and breakables.
Next nightMon 16 Nov · 20:00Starts in 3d 12h 23m
AgeAll ages
Sign-upWalk-in on the night
BacklineFull backline
Sound engineerNone in-house
Directory statusBeing verified
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NightMondayEvery MondayNext: Mon 16 Nov
Starts20:00start time
Sign-up20:00Walk-in
SlotsTBCslot lengthNot confirmed yet
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About This Open Mic
The Steamworks is one of Sheffield's best-loved live-music spaces, an 11,000 sq ft industrial-chic venue with a licensed bar, and every Monday it hosts an open jam run by Delaney's Music. Doors open at 7pm with the sign-up list opening at 8pm, and it's a proper full-band setup — a great PA, a drum kit and back-line are all provided, so you can genuinely just turn up and play. It's free, friendly and open to all levels, making it a brilliant first jam for newer players.
The kit on stage — equipment and backline at this venue, verified regularly.
PA systemProvided
Drum kitProvided
Guitar ampProvided
Bass ampProvided
Keys / keyboardBring your own
2 vocal micsProvided
In-house engineerNone
The Night at a Glance
How The Steamworks’s Monday night runs.
Next nightMon 16 Nov · 20:00Starts in 3d 12h 23m
Sign-up opens20:00Walk-in on the night
Kick-off20:00Every Monday
Music endsTBCNot confirmed yet
Venue closesTBCNot confirmed yet
How often
Every Monday
Coming up
Mon 16 Nov · Mon 23 Nov · Mon 30 Nov
Kit
The Steamworks provides a PA system, 2 vocal mics, a drum kit, a guitar amp and a bass amp; bring your own keys; no in-house sound engineer.
First time here?
Get there by 20:00 for a slot, have your instrument tuned before your turn.
Find The Steamworks
Sheffield
AreaSheffield
DirectionsOpen in Google Maps →
Getting there
The Steamworks is in Sheffield. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station before you set off.
Open mics nearby
The Victoria Inn, Cawthorne Club, Portland House and Neptune Beer Emporium
Planning Your Monday Night
Be there by 20:00 to put your name down. Full backline is provided — just bring your instrument and pedals.
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Common Questions
8 things people ask before turning up at Sheffield's The Steamworks open mic.
Walk-in sign-up only, opens at 20:00. Arrive early — slots fill on the night. See other Sheffield open mic nights for alternatives.
Full backline: drum kit, guitar amp, bass amp, PA and vocal mics. Bring your own instrument and pedals.
Slot length varies — check with the host.
No entry fee is listed for The Steamworks's open mic - most open mics are free to play and to watch, but check with the venue before you go. Browse Sheffield open mics.
Yes — full bands welcome and the backline is set up for it.
The Steamworks is in Sheffield. Get directions, or see the other Sheffield open mics.
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10 — Venues near The Steamworks
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