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Inspiration • July 25th, 2026
|Tramlines Festival 2026 kicked off in style on Friday, 24 July, as more than 38,000 music lovers gathered at Hillsborough Park in Sheffield to enjoy a day filled with sunshine and fantastic performances. The festival, one of the UK’s largest and longest-running inner-city music events, is known for its vibrant mix of global music icons, local talent, and a celebration of the city’s grassroots scene.
Star-Studded Line-Up
The opening day featured an impressive line-up, headlined by the legendary DJ Fatboy Slim, who treated fans to an unforgettable set on the Sarah Nulty Main Stage. Before his main performance, he surprised attendees with an intimate DJ set at Sheffield's community-owned Gut Level venue, showcasing the importance of supporting local music spaces.
Saint Clair - The Leadmill - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Saint Clair - The Leadmill - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Saint Clair - The Leadmill - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Saint Clair - The Leadmill - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Saint Clair - The Leadmill - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Vanessa Carlton - Main Stage - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Vanessa Carlton - Main Stage - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Vanessa Carlton - Main Stage - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Vanessa Carlton - Main Stage - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Twenty Eight Club - Open Arms - Image: Carolina Faruolo
Twenty Eight Club - Open Arms - Image: Carolina Faruolo
The Coral - Main Stage - Image: Carolina FaruoloOther notable artists who performed included the Kaiser Chiefs, The Vaccines, The Coral, and Vanessa Carlton. Festival-goers also enjoyed acts from Black Honey, The K's, and many more across various stages, including the all-female Pattern + Push takeover at the T’Other Stage.
Entertainment Beyond Music
Tramlines Festival is not just about music; it also offers a variety of entertainment options. Comedian Reginald D Hunter brought laughter to the T’Other Stage, while food stalls showcased the best of Sheffield's culinary delights. Attendees could savour local favourites like Proove Pizza and Yorkshire Burritos, along with a range of international cuisines, including Japanese and Jamaican dishes.
The festival also featured unique performances, including a lively show from The Ogretones, the UK's only 9-piece Shrek tribute brass band, and a DJ set from Ellie Coulton of BBC Radio Sheffield, who added her breakfast show vibe to the festival atmosphere.
Tramlines on Track
This year, Tramlines introduced an exciting new feature called Tramlines on Track. For the first time, live music was performed on Sheffield’s tram network, providing a delightful surprise for passengers as they travelled. This initiative pays homage to the Buskers Bus from the festival's early days, turning the city’s trams into a moving stage for emerging artists.
What’s Next for Tramlines
As the festival continues, Saturday’s line-up includes Courteeners, Blossoms, and Rick Astley, with attendees encouraged to participate in the festival's first-ever fancy dress day, themed around items beginning with the letter 'T'. The weekend will conclude with a performance by Wolf Alice on Sunday, alongside numerous other artists performing across Hillsborough Park and the wider Tramlines Fringe.
