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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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The English Concert: Harpsichord & Strings

Fri. 18 September 2026

Crucible Theatre

The English Concert “celebrities of the Baroque performance movement” (New York Classical Review) launch a celebration of the majestic High Baroque with Handel’s Sonata in G, a masterclass in grace and counterpoint. 

Open Works

Mon. 28 September 2026 — Sat. 10 October 2026

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A theatre festival dedicated to fresh perspectives and powerful stories, bringing unheard stories to the stage.

Sheffield Heritage Open Days

Fri. 11 September 2026 — Sun. 20 September 2026

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Relaxed Concert: Mozart & Friends

Tue. 8 September 2026

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For Music in the Round's ‘Relaxed’ concerts, doors are left open, lights raised, a break-out space provided, with less emphasis on the audience being quiet during the performance.