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Rock N Roll Circus will return to Don Valley Bowl in Sheffield for the August Bank Holiday weekend in 2026, with organisers confirming The Streets as the first headliner. The event is set to take place from Friday, 28th to Sunday, 30th August, with Mike Skinner and his band topping the bill on the opening night to perform their landmark album ‘A Grand Don’t Come For Free’ in its entirety.
The announcement is a significant one for Sheffield, marking the fourth edition of the festival in the city. The performance is part of The Streets’ newly revealed 2026 UK tour, which will see them play the iconic album in full for the first time. The news establishes Rock N Roll Circus as a major fixture in the UK’s live music calendar, known for its unique atmosphere and high-quality production.
The Sheffield event will take place across the bank holiday weekend, from Friday, 28th August to Sunday, 30th August 2026. While further acts and stage announcements for the Sheffield dates are expected soon, ticket information has been released for the Rock N Roll Circus event in Norwich, which features The Kooks headlining on Saturday.
The Norwich lineup also includes The Streets as the Friday headliner, with Madness, Ocean Colour Scene, The Wailers, The Selecter, and David Rodigan performing on Sunday. For the Norwich dates, a presale will begin on Wednesday, 19th November 2025, at 10am, followed by a general sale on Friday, 21st November 2025, at 10am.
Rock N Roll Circus is celebrated for offering an experience beyond a typical festival. The main stage is housed within a Big Top, ensuring performances are both atmospheric and protected from the weather. Attendees can also expect a full programme of entertainment, including circus performers, aerialists, fire shows, and workshops, alongside a dedicated food and drink village.
For more information or to buy tickets, head to the Rock n Roll Circus Sheffield website.