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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

Classical Weekend

Fri. 12 March 2027 — Sun. 14 March 2027

Ticket prices vary, many events free

Photos by Fox Moon Photography

Classical Weekend returns in 2027.

The biennial festival is one big celebration of classical music – in all manner of forms, from near and far.

It brings chamber musicians, choirs and orchestras to some of the city's finest music halls, and beyond into public spaces and more intimate and unusual venues.

TRACKS

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Beethoven, Bartók & Schumann - Fibonacci Quartet

Sat. 28 March 2026

Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, S1 2JD

Music in the Round welcome the Fibonacci Quartet who will play three contrasting pieces from the string quartet repertoire for their Sheffield debut.

Bear Tree Records

Tucked away upstairs in the craft workshops of Orchard Square, Bear Tree Records was set up by Joe Blanchard – a familiar face to many who have flicked through various Sheffield vinyl racks over the years.

Birdsong at Dawn - Ensemble 360

Sun. 17 May 2026

Sheffield General Cemetery

Pause, listen and be transported, as Sheffield Chamber Music Festival revive a beloved tradition with this dawn celebration of the music of the birds.

Sensoria

Thu. 22 October 2026 — Sun. 25 October 2026

Sheffield's festival of film and music. Expect a truly unique mix of performance, live film scores, screenings, exhibitions, and music industry activity. Come back soon for details of the Sensoria 2026 lineup.