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

Canal-Lines

Free

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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Violent Magic Orchestra

Wed. 19 August 2026

Sidney & Matilda

VMO come to Sheff all the way from Japan, bringing their intense, high energy fusion of dark techno, trance, gabber and black metal. With Mouths and Trve Yorkshire Kvlt Ensemble.

One World Choir

A group of refugees and asylum seekers, as well as other local people, who come together over songs of love, solidarity and belonging.

The Wonder Stuff and Inspiral Carpets

Sat. 3 October 2026

The Octagon Centre

Join the Wonder Stuff as they celebrate their 40th anniversary, supported by their old friends, Inspiral Carpets.

Folk Train

A surreal combination of folk bands, music lovers, alcohol and regular commuters on a packed and ageing Northern Rail carriage, with a Peak District pub as the destination.