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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.

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Reich: Electric Counterpoint

Sat. 5 December 2026

Crucible Theatre

Scottish guitarist Sean Shibe presents a tour of four centuries of music, including Bach’s first cello suite, Steve Reich’s masterpiece Electric Counterpoint and a recent commission by the UK’s leading contemporary composer Thomas Adès.

Unherd Jam Night

Multiple dates

Mary St Live, 95 Mary Street, S1 4RT

A new multi-genre music jam night in Sheffield city centre.

Spinning Discs

This Meersbrook shop boasts an eclectic mix of genres and a constant turnover of records to keep you satisfied, with local bands on the racks alongside the likes of Bowie.

Yorkshireman

A friendly rock pub with the motto "silence is overrated" – complete with jukebox and basement gig venue. Live performances specialise in rock, punk and metal, while it also hosts comedy nights and a regular drag show.