Ed Sheeran performs surprise pop up performance in Sheffield

Tonight (Sunday 18 May 2025), Sheffield residents were treated to a surprise performance from global superstar, Ed Sheeran.

The star was joined by local, young aspiring musicians from TRACKS. Run by Sheffield Music School, TRACKS aims to help young people get into careers in the music industry.

Earlier this year, the singer showed his support for the project by donating three years’ worth of core funding to them, along with musical instruments and equipment.

He also visited Sheffield last year, when he performed with students at Sheffield’s Red Tape Studios.

Earlier this evening, musicians from TRACKS made their way out of Sheffield Town Hall with the artist and joined him in a three-hour long street performance, for local residents, visitors and unsuspecting passers-by.