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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.

TRACKS

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Northern Lights: Norwegian Folk

Sun. 29 November 2026

Firth Hall

Formed under the midnight sun in the Lofoten Islands, Norway’s leading string quartet brings the rugged soul of the country to the stage, with arrangements of traditional joiks, haunting psalms and spirited bridal marches.

Mariam sings Amadou & Mariam

Thu. 5 November 2026

The Octagon Centre

Hear Mariam’s vibrant, Malian, worldbeat music on the Octagon stage.

Britallica

Sun. 4 October 2026

Corporation

The world’s first Britney Spears metal tribute. Bringing Britney’s biggest pop anthems into the world of heavy metal – and where better for it than Corp, Sheffield's home of all things rock and alt.

Chopin Nocturnes

Sat. 14 November 2026

Crucible Theatre

"Poet of the piano” Pavel Kolesnikov is one of the world’s most exciting young pianists. Lauded for his amazing ability to cast new light on familiar repertoire, he makes his Music in the Round debut with a tour through Chopin's complete Nocturnes.