Things to do in Leeds

Dermot Kennedy

Dermot Kennedy’s rip-roaring, free-flowing folk-pop grew out of years singing over rowdy crowds at local bars and open mics and in the streets of Dublin.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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ShxtsNGigs

After touring across North America, Australia and beyond, Shxtsngigs are bringing the Daddy’s Home Tour to home ground for the first time.Best friends on and of…

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Joanne McNally: Pinotphile

After the success of her record-breaking tour The Prosecco Express, Joanne McNally returns with her hotly anticipated new stand-up show Pinotphile.

Leeds Grand Theatre, Leeds

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Could Be Real Tribute Festival

After a highly successful debut, the Could Be Real Tribute Festival is set to return with an even bigger and better lineup!

Harewood House, Leeds

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Barry Manilow

With worldwide sales of more than 80 million records, Barry Manilow’s success is a benchmark in popular music. His concerts sell out instantly.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Rebecca Ferguson

Britain fell in love with Ferguson’s voice during the seventh season of the competition show, during which the then 24-year-old singer won hearts with her story…

City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds

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The Story So Far

The Story So Far plays a lively and upbeat blend of ska, rock, punk and reggae.

Project House, Leeds

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Duke Special

Seamus Heaney described his friend, the poet Michael Longley, as: 'a keeper of the artistic estate, a custodian of griefs and wonders'. On this very special tou…

Old Woollen, Leeds

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MC Hammersmith - Hippity Hoppity Get Off My Property

He presents an hour of improvised comedy raps based on your suggestions. Featuring brand-new routines for 2026!

The Wardrobe, Leeds

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An Evening with Toyah: Songs and Stories

Punk icon Toyah Willcox has just as much attitude now as she did when she burst on to the music scene in the 1980s with the hit singles ‘It’s A Mystery’, ‘I Wan…

City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds

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The Bug Club

The Bug Club's name does a good job of introducing the band and their music: a tight-knit, collaborative effort focussed on telling tales of the everyday that w…

Brudenell Social Club, Leeds

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Aldous Harding

Aldous Harding is a rare artist who defies conventions and categorisation, creating lush, off-kilter indie pop.

Irish Centre, Leeds

Craig Revel Horwood

Revelations - Songs Boys Don't SingCraig Revel Horwood is a national treasure. The longest-serving judge on BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing is the master of the…

City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds

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Sugar

Having already placed his indelible mark on the future direction of rock with Hüsker Dü, Bob Mould teamed with bassist David Barbe and drummer Malcolm Travis to…

Irish Centre, Leeds

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Los Campesinos!

Now Wave present Los Campesinos! with special guests live in Manchester this October

Project House, Leeds

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The Bug Club

The Bug Club's name does a good job of introducing the band and their music: a tight-knit, collaborative effort focussed on telling tales of the everyday that w…

Project House, Leeds

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Tiny Tim's Biggest Adventure

8 years ago Tiny Tim decided to go on his own adventure navigating through adult life and posting about his calls on social media.

Yeadon Town Hall, Leeds

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Gareth Gates

Gareth Gates at O2 Academy Leeds, Leeds

O2 Academy Leeds, Leeds

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EMF

British dance-rock quintet EMF formed in Cinderford, England in October 1989.All five original members were veterans of the local music scene before founding EM…

Brudenell Social Club, Leeds

Daliso Chaponda: Topical Storm

Daliso shot to fame on Britain's Got Talent and has gone on to amass over 100 million YouTube views, write and star in his critically acclaimed Radio 4 show Cit…

Old Woollen, Leeds

Jen Brister: Reactive

Jen Brister is Reactive - or so she's been told. Apparently you don't have to respond to every little thing around you.

City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds

Julian Marley & The Uprising

Julian Marley & The Uprising is a Grammy-winning roots-reggae act led by the son of Bob Marley, delivering a blend of traditional reggae, jazz, dancehall, and h…

Brudenell Social Club, Leeds

Cammy Barnes

Born in the Kingdom of Fife, Scotland, Cammy Barnes has had success with multiple singles charting in the UK Top 20 and #1 entries on the Singer/Songwriter & Co…

Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds

UB40

UB40 were formed in 1978 and have gone to sell more than 70 million records worldwide and have had over 50 singles in the UK Singles Chart including 'Red Red Wi…

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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80s Classical

Next summer, Millennium Square will once again come alive as 80s Classical returns for its 7th spectacular season.

Millennium Square, Leeds

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IDLES

Punk rock quintet from Bristol.

Millennium Square, Leeds

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Dylan Gossett

Dylan Gossett is a 24-year-old singer-songwriter from Austin, TX. Dylan began writing and recording music during his early teen years using Garage Band on his m…

Millennium Square, Leeds

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The Long Play Sessions: Groovy, Laidback and Nasty With Daniel Dylan Wray

Spanning seven decades and with over 150 new interviews, including Richard Hawley, Arctic Monkeys, Self Esteem, ABC, Pulp, Def Leppard, The Human League, Toddla…

Millennium Square, Leeds

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Pitbull, Lil Jon

Pitbull and Lil Jon are pivotal figures in 2000s Southern hip-hop, heavily influencing crunk and party music.

Roundhay Park, Leeds

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Lewis Capaldi

After weathering the kind of storm that few can prepare for, Lewis Capaldi returns with a renewed sense of purpose.

Roundhay Park, Leeds

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Tom Odell

English singer-songwriter combining analogue and electronic sounds.

Millennium Square, Leeds

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Kings of Leon

Since their debut in 2003, Kings of Leon ((Caleb (guitar/vocals), Nathan (drums), Jared (bass) and Matthew Followill (guitar)) have released eight studio albums…

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Sammy Hagar

Sammy Hagar ("The Red Rocker") is an American rock vocalist, guitarist, and entrepreneur.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Wet Leg

Wet Leg’s blend of dry wit and minimalist-punk riffs started off as a joke between Isle of Wight duo Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers.

Millennium Square, Leeds

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The Human League

The Human League are a British New Wave band first formed in 1977 and, after a change in line up, achieved huge popularity in the 1980s.

Millennium Square, Leeds

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Gin & Rum Festival

Trusted by over 200,000 attendees across the UK, the Gin & Rum Festival is the nation's largest and Most-loved touring festival dedicated to the world's favouri…

Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds

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Leeds Pride

InfoLeeds Pride, takes place over the weekend 18/19th July 2026.We are proud to announce that Leeds Pride will return in July.

Various venues: Leeds, Leeds

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The Streets

The Mike Skinner-fronted project known for blending genres that include garage, hip hop, indie and ska.Inspired by bands like Run-DMC, Beastie Boys, De La Soul,…

Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds

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Yorkshire Day Run 2026

EY UP! Fix Events is chuffed to bits to come to Leeds to celebrate Yorkshire Day on 1st August 2026.

Roundhay Park, Leeds

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Paul Smith - Pablo

Get ready to experience the jaw-aching, laugh out loud comedy that only Smith can deliver.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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The End Of The World According To Jonathan Pie

Jonathan Pie is coming to terms with the horror of Keir Starmer's Labour and the fact that he voted for it.

City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds

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Scam Fender vs The Kopycat Killers vs Subarctic Monkeys

Tribute triple-bill tour featuring The Kopycat Killers, Scam Fender, and the Subarctic Monkeys.

Leeds Beckett University, Leeds

Men's One Day International Series: England vs Sri Lanka

England take on Sri Lanka in this International fixture.

Headingley, Leeds

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Jane McDonald

One of the nation’s most loved entertainers will tour the UK in her brand new show.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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The Rock Orchestra

After entertaining 700,000 guests across the UK, USA and Europe, The Rock Orchestra is back in the UK with a brand new setlist!

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Westlife

Irish pop superstars bring Westlife 25: The Anniversary Tour to the UK.The tour will see the band deliver a euphoric, hit-filled set spanning their extraordinar…

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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The World Of Hans Zimmer: A New Dimension

The new show represents Zimmer’s relentless drive to push artistic boundaries, explore new paths, and continuously evolve his sound.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Professor Brian Cox

Whether an avid science reader or a total novice, Professor Brian Cox Live will test the limits of our knowledge and make highly complex ideas accessible to all…

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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