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

Sheffield Folk Sessions Festival

Free – donations welcome

Sheffield Folk Sessions Festival brings pubs around the Kelham Island area to life with a weekend of song.

Expect singing sessions, instrumental sessions and workshops. There's usually also a concert on Sunday afternoon. All events are free with donations collected for the festival's chosen charity.

Keep an eye on the website for details of the Sheffield Folk Sessions Festival 2026 programme.

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Jess Gillam Trio

Wed. 24 June 2026

St Nicholas' Church, Jane Street, High Bradfield, S6 6LG

Saxophonist Jess Gillam performs alongside pianist Zeynup Özsuca and bass and double bass player Sam Becker. With.a programme that has classical roots and moves from baroque through to jazz.

Everywhere At Once: Sheffield

Fri. 26 June 2026 — Sun. 28 June 2026

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Bassfest Summer Festival

Sat. 18 July 2026 — Sun. 19 July 2026

Don Valley Bowl, S9 2DF

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