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

The Dorothy Pax are hosting four days of fun at Canal-Lines with over 21 acts playing from Thursday to Sunday.

Local alternative pop band Good Damage feature on the Thursday line-up which is being curated by the WaterBear College of Music. Sheffield grunge-pop oddballs Been Weavil are headlining Friday night. The 11-piece jazz, funk and soul band Mappin Street Collective are a highlight of Saturday's diverse lineup. And Sunday will be closed by the country and americana inspired Chorlton Country Club.

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Sheffield University Symphony Orchestra

Sun. 10 May 2026

Firth Hall

A showcase of student talent in the iconic Firth Hall.

Sunset - Ensemble 360

Sun. 17 May 2026

Sheffield General Cemetery

An intimate concert of quartets and quintets as darkness descends on a special musical day in Sheffield General Cemetery.

Folk Who Roam premiere ft. Sāwol

Sun. 17 May 2026

Portland Works

The premiere of a short film exploring ongoing land access campaigns and the relationship between folk music, instrument making and England’s countryside. With a performance from folk five-piece Sāwol.

W.I.T.C.H

Wed. 6 May 2026

Sidney & Matilda

W.I.T.C.H (We Intend To Cause Havoc) were Zambia’s biggest band of the 70s and pioneers of Zamrock – a fusion of African rhythms, psychedelic rock and influences from The Rolling Stones to James Brown. Their live shows are legendary – don't miss out!