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

Float Along music festival returns to Sheffield city centre to do it all again for the fifth year running in September 2026.

2026 Float Along lineup so far:
  • White Lies
  • Sprints
  • Warmduscher
  • Opus Kink
  • Man/Woman/Chainsaw
  • Nuha Ruby Ra
  • Gia Ford
  • Disgusting Sisters
  • Cowboyy
  • Cucamaras
  • Your Mate's Ex
  • Oslo Twins
  • Little Grandad
  • Faint Paint
  • Spanish Horses
  • Maximilian Tanner

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Laura Cole String Quartet + baleine

Sun. 10 May 2026

Sheffield General Cemetery

The second of two nights of jazz and improvised music centred on a Steinway D grand piano. An atmospheric double bill of piano, string quartet, harp, clarinet/saxophone, drums and electronics. Hosted by Jazz at The Lescar in the Samuel Worth Chapel.

Kelham Island Books and Music

A secondhand book and vinyl shop with a well-curated selection of local history, fantasy, crime thrillers, walking guides, and folk recordings.

Firth Hall

With its high vaulted ceiling, large leaded windows and oak panelling, this Edwardian hall lends itself perfectly to the classical setting. Its concerts range from talented student orchestras to more experimental contemporary compositions.

Sheffield Chamber Music Festival

Fri. 15 May 2026 — Sat. 23 May 2026

Playhouse

Nine days of intimate and inviting classical music performances for all ages. The 2026 event includes a performance of collaborative work by Morton Feldman and Samuel Beckett, an opera for children, a day of music and walking in the Peaks, and more.