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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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Relaxed Concert: Peter and the Wolf

Wed. 20 May 2026

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For this ‘relaxed’ concert of storytelling music, doors will be left open, lights raised, a break-out space provided, and there will be less emphasis on the audience being quiet during the performance.