For venues, bars, promoters & local brands
Partner with Sheffield Scene
Sheffield Scene is the city's independent what's-on index — gigs, comedy, theatre, and nightlife with ticket links, venue hubs, and weekly guides. We're growing through organic search, social, and direct traffic from people planning a night out.
Indexed listings
Growing weekly
Editorial
Guides & social
Intent
Ticket-ready audience
Why partner now
- High-intent traffic — visitors are browsing dated events and clicking official ticket links, not idle scrolling.
- Neighbourhood context — we match post-show recommendations to where people actually go (Kelham, Leadmill, Cultural Quarter, arena, and more).
- Editorial trust — listings stay independent; paid partners are labelled clearly and never replace organic discovery.
Ways to work together
Formats below are a starting point — we'll shape a package to your budget and campaign. No long-term lock-in for early partners.
Post-show & pre-gig discovery
Goes well with…
Your bar, café, or restaurant appears in the “Goes well with” panel on event pages near matching venues — the moment people are planning food, drinks, or a second stop.
- Neighbourhood-matched placements
- Offer line + short description
- Ideal for walkable city-centre & Kelham spots
Priced per neighbourhood — ask for a quote and current slots.
This week on Sheffield Scene
Weekly newsletter
A named sponsor line or featured pick in our curated weekly email to subscribers who want the Steel City lineup in one place.
- ~12 upcoming events per issue
- Sponsor intro or single hero listing
- Links straight to your site or booking
One partner feature per issue.
Guides & social mentions
Social & editorial
Pair a mention in our Sheffield Guides on the blog with optional call-outs on Sheffield Scene social posts when your campaign fits our schedule — strong for launches and seasonal pushes.
- Editorial guide or venue round-up mention
- Social post feature when timings align
- Can combine with a guide for a coordinated push
Best for time-sensitive campaigns with a clear hook.
Venues & promoters
Featured listings
Priority visibility on venue hubs, category discovery pages, or recently added — for theatres, clubs, and promoters with a full calendar to push.
- Venue hub spotlight (e.g. Electric Studios, Corp)
- Inclusion in “recently added” rotation
- Works alongside organic scrape listings
Quoted per run — ideal for multi-date seasons.
Partnership questions
- Who is Sheffield Scene for?
- Independent venues, promoters, bars, restaurants, and local brands that want to reach people actively planning a night out in Sheffield — not passive display advertising.
- Do paid partners replace organic event listings?
- No. Listings come from venues and official feeds first. Paid placements are labelled clearly and sit alongside editorial discovery.
- How do I get a quote?
- Use Get in touch on this page or email hello@sheffieldscene.co.uk with your business name, neighbourhood, dates, and the format you are interested in. We usually reply within a couple of working days.
- Can you promote a one-off event?
- Yes — featured listing or newsletter slots work well for single shows. Multi-date runs and venue seasons can be bundled.
Next steps
Tell us your neighbourhood, dates, and what you want to promote. We'll reply with availability and a simple quote — usually within a couple of working days.
Affiliate ticket commissions may apply on some outbound links in future; paid partnerships are always disclosed. See our affiliate disclosure.