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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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Jalen Ngonda

Mon. 27 April 2026

The Octagon Centre

With a voice that feels lifted straight from soul’s golden age, Jalen Ngonda blends classic and contemporary influences to create timeless, life-affirming music. He's received attention from fellow artists like Snoop Dogg, Olivia Dean and Elton John.

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.

Bassfest Summer Festival

Sat. 18 July 2026 — Sun. 19 July 2026

Don Valley Bowl, S9 2DF

Dedicated to drum and bass, house, bassline, and beyond.

Crosscurrents: Gwilym Simcock & Friends

Sat. 16 May 2026

Crucible Theatre

Jazz superstar Gwilym Simcock and his band of incredible jazz musicians, are joined by world-class classical artists for what promises to be a hugely entertaining evening.