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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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Only Flans... The Second Serving

Sat. 12 September 2026

CADS, Arley Street, S2 4QP

An unpredictable mix of drag, movement artists and improvised music in celebration of cake. In a three-part narrative arc exploring desire, creation and gluttony.

The Tubs

Wed. 23 September 2026

The Lughole

Turning ‘jangle’ up to the max, the Tubs combine Johnny Marr-like guitar riffs, Teenage Fanclub-style harmonies and Celtic folk influences. Support comes from fellow jangle poppers Bramwell and Sheffield’s psychedelic synth wizards Sister Wives.

Don Broco

Tue. 29 September 2026

The Octagon Centre

Be part of the first audiences to hear the new album Nightmare Tripping on this round of live shows.

Nether Edge Festival: Barefoot & Fly

Fri. 18 September 2026

Sheffield General Cemetery

Kick off the weekend with an evening of uplifting live music from Barefoot & Fly, a Sheffield and Hope Valley–based band blending jazz-flavoured soul, funk, disco and rock.