Things to do in Leicester- Page 10

Christmas Wars of the Roses Historical Pub Crawl

This isn’t your usual history tour. This is dragging you back into 15th century life, kicking and screaming with a beer in hand.

King Richard III, Leicester

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Royal Ballet & Opera: The Nutcracker

Journey into a magical kingdom and watch Peter Wright’s enchanting production of The Nutcracker.

Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, Leicester

Scrooge (1951)

Enjoy one of the greatest Christmas stories ever toldCelebrate the festive season with Scrooge (1951), widely regarded as one of the finest and most beloved ada…

The Guildhall, Leicester

This is the Sound of Leicester

NYJC invites young musicians (from beginner to young professional) aged 8-18 to join its series of inspirational workshops at Cosmopolitan Arts in Leicester.Wor…

Cosmopolitan Arts, Leicester

The Muppet Christmas Carol (1992)

Join us for a special screening of a festive family filmStep into the wonderful festive atmosphere of Christmas at the historic Leicester Guildhall for ascreeni…

The Guildhall, Leicester

Scrooge

One of the best screen adaptations of Charles Dickens' Christmas Carol. The story concerns the overly prudent businessman Ebeneezer Scrooge (Sim), who becomes a…

The Guildhall, Leicester

Psychic Medium David Maddock

From the moment David Maddock steps onto the stage, audiences sense they are part of something meaningful.

International Arts Centre, Leicester

Suspiciously Cheap Comedy

A new material night hosted by Tarot and resident MC Kiri Pritchard-McLean. We think comedians should have great, switched-on audiences to try out new material…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

Christmas With Kingfisher Chorale "Ave Maria"

Join Kingfisher Chorale for their traditional concerts of Christmas music and readings in the lovely surroundings of Leicester’s Guildhall, enjoy a real fire an…

The Guildhall, Leicester

The Midlands' Biggest Xmas Party - All Black Affair - 2026

For table packages or reservations, please contact @eastsideparties on Instagram or 07572317101 on WhatsApp.

Maher Centre, Leicester

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The Watchman Waketh: Choral Music for Advent

Music for Advent including old favourites by Ralph Vaughan Williams, Orlando Gibbons and Otto Goldschmidt; newer settings of old texts by Christopher Fox and Ju…

St Mary De Castro Church, Leicester

Bardi Wind Orchestra: Christmas Festival

Its not quite Christmas until the Bardi Winds traditional concert with all your favourite festive music and seasonal readings from John Florance.David Calow - c…

Holy Trinity Church, Leicester

The Banquet of Blades and Bloodlines: Medieval Feast

This isn’t your ordinary Medieval Banquet. This is stepping back into the 15th Century and become an active participant of the Yorkist King’s Court.Expect drama…

Leicester Cathedral, Leicester

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Queen Tribute Show

Now I’m Here is a leading Queen tribute production, dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary music and theatrical brilliance of one of the world’s most iconic…

Blaby & Whetstone Social Club, Leicester

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What the Dickens?!

Step into a festive journey through time at the historic Leicester GuildhallChristmas trail featuring tales from History with a festive twist, Craft activities,…

The Guildhall, Leicester

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The Unthanks in Winter

Described as ‘the gold standard’ of all winter records alongside Frost and Fire by The Watersons in afive star review from the Times, The Unthanks In Winter is…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

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A Christmas Carol With Gerald Dickens

Enter the world of Charles Dickens in this ghostly tale for the festive season.Enter the world of Charles Dickens in this ghostly tale for the festive season.

The Guildhall, Leicester

The Old School Sessions Day Party, Festive Edition

’Tis the season to jam! ★ The Old School Sessions: Festive Edition touches down on Sunday 27th December, bringing pure R&B and Hiphop nostalgia with a Christmas…

Brick & Beam, Leicester

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New Year's Eve

Ring in 2027 with kaykay & co.!Get ready for an unforgettable night as Kaykay & Co. present New Year's Eve: Electrifying Fusion Illusion!

Peepul Centre, Leicester

Independent Comedy Festival Gala Preview Show

Kick off 2027 with an incredible night of comedy.The first ever Independent Comedy Festival Preview Gala showcases an all-star lineup handpicked from across the…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

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Race Meeting

Afternoon Jump Racing. Check venue for exact opening and race times.

Leicester Racecourse, Leicester

National Theatre Live: Hay Fever

National Theatre LiveHay Feverby Noel Coward directed by Emily BurnsEmmy and Tony winner Christine Baranski makes her West End debut alongside Academy Award-nom…

Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, Leicester

Being Mr Wickham

Mr. Wickham is blessed with such happy manners as may ensure his making friends - whether he may be equally capable of retaining them is less certain.Mr Wickham…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Rozzers A Tribute to Sting and the Police

The Rozzers have been entertaining audiences as the No. 1 tribute to Sting and The Police for over a decade.

The Little Theatre, Leicester

Six

Winner of over 35 international awards including the Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’, double winner of the Whatsonstage Award for…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Exhibition on Screen: Renoir & Love

Be transported back to a Parisian summer of love through the eyes of a true visionary.Pierre-Auguste Renoir is one of the world’s favourite artists; a founding…

Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, Leicester

Metropolitan Opera: La Fanciulla del West

The Metropolitan Opera LA FANCIULLA DEL WESTPuccinis exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by Richard Jones, marking the companys first n…

Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, Leicester

Young Musician Concert 2027

The Bardi Symphony Orchestra return to Holy Trinity Church with a concert to warm a cold January evening.

Holy Trinity Church, Leicester

Knighton Chamber Orchestra: Mozart Jupiter Symphony

Paul Jenkins conductor Emma Trounson soprano Heinz-Peter Kortmann organ Knighton Chamber OrchestraMozart Exsultate Jubilate Rheinberger Organ Concerto No.2 Moza…

St James The Greater Church, Leicester

The Rites of Winter - Burns Night Ceilidh

An evening of energetic music and traditional Scottish dancing!Celebrate Burns Night!An evening of energetic music and traditional Scottish dancing!

The Guildhall, Leicester

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Ben Crosland Quintet

BEN CROSLAND’s All Star Band Play the Ray Davies Song Book has released two acclaimed jazz albums reimagining the music of Kinks frontman Ray Davies.

The Y Theatre, Leicester

The Spongebob Musical

King Academy Productions proudly presents a talented adult cast in The SpongeBob Musical – the bold, imaginative, stage spectacular that brings Bikini Bottom to…

The Little Theatre, Leicester

Rumpelstiltskin

Rapunzel a traditional Family Pantomime! Written by David Stevens and directed by David Stevens & Alexandria Law Featuring Drummondance StudiosCome and join us…

Oadby Baptist Church, Leicester

Ed Byrne: No Dramas

One of the biggest names in comedy, Ed Byrne, returns with a brand-new show and absolutely No Dramas as he hits the road in 2027.In his last show, Ed delved dee…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

Icf - Plastic Jeezus

After selling out their previous performances in Leicester, multiple award-winning deadpan musical comedy duo, Aaron & Simon - AKA Plastic Jeezus- are back, wit…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

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Amy Gledhill: Thanks for Having Me

Amy Gledhill has appeared on the biggest comedy shows on TV, won the most prestigious award in live comedy AND starred in a Netflix blockbuster.

The Y Theatre, Leicester

The Magic of Motown

Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back!It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Class of '79

Class of '79 are a British punk and new wave supergroup featuring veteran musicians from UK Subs, The Selecter and Eddie & The Hot Rods.They play classic hits f…

Duffy's Bar, Leicester

The Marley Experience - the Ultimate Bob Marley Tribute Band

Get ready for an unforgettable night celebrating the music, message and legacy of the legendary Bob Marley, as The Marley Experience brings the ultimate reggae…

2Funky Music Cafe, Leicester

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The Peter Serafinowicz Live Show

Spend an evening inside the genius comedic mind of Peter Serafinowicz. Showcasing cutting edge face-swap technology - developed by Peter himself - the master im…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

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Royal Ballet & Opera: Götterdämmerung

An earth in ruin. The twilight of the Gods. Deception leads to treachery, then devastation, when Siegfried is tricked into betraying Brnnhilde.

Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, Leicester

Hugh Pascall Quintet

Leicester Jazz House bring award-winning trumpeter Hugh Pascall and his band to Phoenix, performing new music from their acclaimed 2025 album 'Viewfinder' along…

Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, Leicester

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

Embarking on its 30th year of touring, Faulty Towers The Dining Experience continues its universally acclaimed adaptation of the iconic TV series Fawlty Towers.…

voco Leicester, Leicester

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Fleetwood Unchained

Introducing Fleetwood Unchained, the ultimate tribute to one of the most iconic and beloved bands of all time, Fleetwood Mac.With a passion for their music and…

The Little Theatre, Leicester

The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band

Step into a world of poetic lyrics, timeless melodies, and folk-rock magic as The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band bring the legendary music of Bob Dylan and Joni…

The Little Theatre, Leicester

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Lover's Rock Revival & Rare Groove Valentine's Special

Leicester, get ready for a night of sweet Lovers Rock, timeless reggae anthems and Rare Groove classics as we bring the love, the vibes and the music to 2Funky…

2Funky Music Cafe, Leicester

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Cirque Enchantment

A breathtaking winter spectacle… where nothing is as it seems.Celebrating its spectacular 10th anniversary, Cirque Enchantment returns with a UK theatre tour fo…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

National Theatre Live: The Motive and the Cue

Sam Mendes (The Lehman Trilogy) directs Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton in this fierce and funny new play.1964: Richard Burton, n…

Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, Leicester