The festival opens with a free night at Raccoon Studios on Haymarket: an open mic to start (get in touch with the venue for a slot), cabaret from 8pm to 9.30pm with everything from singers to circus, a live band at 10pm and DJs after that. Freshly baked pizzas on the go. 18+.
Part of Castlegate Festival 2026 (12 to 20 September), the free celebration of heritage, arts, music and markets in Sheffield’s oldest quarter, organised by Sheffield City Council and Sheffield BID. Full programme (PDF).
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Staying over?
Make a night of it – find a place to stay near Raccoon Studios, 38 Haymarket, Sheffield, S1 2AX.
- ibis Sheffield City Centre 99 m away
- easyHotel Sheffield 106 m away
- Travelodge Sheffield Central 120 m away
- Premier Inn Sheffield City Centre (Angel Street) 130 m away
- Best Western Sheffield City Hotel 228 m away