Things to do in Leicester- Page 2

Harry Enfield and No Chums

From the meteoric rise of Loadsamoney, a Thatcherite Visionary, to the fury of Kevin the Teenager, Harry will reflect on 40 years of arsing about in comedy and…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

The Wedding Present

The Wedding Present, formed from the ashes of Lost Pandas, were founded in Leeds, England, in 1985.

O2 Academy Leicester, Leicester

Sunil Grover

Sunil Grover at Mattioli Arena, Leicester

Mattioli Arena, Leicester

The Stylistics

One of the most accomplished soul bands to grace the R&B scene, The Stylistics bring with them the sweet, soulful memories of years past.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Dizzee Rascal

Mercury Prize-winner and game-changing grime MCAs one of the UK’s most successful and influential rappers of all time, Dizzee Rascal is credited to bringing UK…

O2 Academy Leicester, Leicester

Bellowhead

Vibrant, chaotic and upbeat international folk on a variety of instruments.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Fat Dog

Fat Dog’s particular brand of chaos seems a fine antidote to the remains of pent-up lockdown frustration.The collective scream has found a mouth; the potential…

O2 Academy Leicester, Leicester

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Hothouse Flowers

Since the release of their last CD, 'Into Your Heart' Hothouse Flowers have been playing steadily around Ireland, America, Great Britain, Japan and Europe.

O2 Academy Leicester, Leicester

The Rifles

There can’t be many other bands in the UK with as fervent a fanbase as The Rifles.

O2 Academy Leicester, Leicester

Alison Moyet

The tour celebrates 40 years as a solo artist as well as the release of her new album ‘KEY’ on Fri 4 Oct, which features a collection of reworked singles, fan f…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Shed Seven

Indie superstars Shed Seven can boast four Top 20 albums and fifteen Top 40 singles.

O2 Academy Leicester, Leicester

John Cooper Clarke

Literary phenomenon John Cooper Clarke is a British cult hero. Known as the “Godfather of Punk Poetry” and the original people’s poet, John’s cultural influence…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Martin Luke Brown

Martin Luke Brown at The Soundhouse, Leicester

The Soundhouse, Leicester

These Wicked Rivers

From Derby, the band comprises of John Hartwell -- Lead Vocals and Rhythm Guitar, Arran Day -- Lead Guitar and Backing Vocals, Jon Hallam -- Bass, Dan Southall…

O2 Academy Leicester, Leicester

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional candlelight concert this Christmas in the stunning setting of Llandaff Cathedral.

Leicester Cathedral, Leicester

Dan Schreiber: This Changes Everything

In 'This Changes Everything', Dan Schreiber (host of the QI podcast ‘No Such Thing As A Fish’ and award-winning author of ‘The Theory Of Everything Else’) prese…

Firebug, Leicester

Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Christmas

Programme to include:Handel Overture to Messiah Corelli Christmas Concerto Torelli Christmas Concerto Bach Violin Concerto in A minor Vivaldi The Four SeasonsTo…

Leicester Cathedral, Leicester

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Andy Parsons: Please #@!$ Off To Mars

Join the acclaimed comedian as he tackles life’s frustrations with sharp wit and absurd observations.

The Y Theatre, Leicester

Bollywood Time Machine

Step into the universe of Bollywood Time Machine, where we invite you to embark on a journey through the dynamic decades!Vocal performances by some of our favou…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

Tom Meighan

Toms high octane Raw25 show is accompanied by guitarist Chris Haddon touching on a back catalogue of some of the UKs biggest tracks produced over the last 20 ye…

Mattioli Arena, Leicester

The Classic Rock Show

‘The Classic Rock Fan’s Ultimate Live Juke Box!’From AC/DC to ZZ Top and everything in between, including Led Zeppelin, Dire Straits, Queen, The Eagles, Lynyrd…

De Montfort Hall, 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.Come celebrate as…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

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Paul Foot: the Future

Pioneering alt-comedy hero and star of Cats Does Countdown Paul Foot is back on tour with a brand new stand-up show.Remember when people were excited for the fu…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

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Operation MI6

For the very first time, step inside the world of MI6.What really happens behind the headlines? How are intelligence operations planned?

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

10cc's Graham Gouldman & Heart Full of Songs

10cc is one of the UK’s most innovative and influential bands.Fronted by 10cc co-founder Graham Gouldman, the band’s growing popularity continues to deliver maj…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Candlelight: A Tribute to Oasis

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before.

The Guildhall, Leicester

My New Band Believe

Oh yeah, Divine Schism welcome My New Band Believe to Oxford for a workshop show.My New Band Believe, led by Cameron Picton, bassist and sometime frontman of bl…

The Soundhouse, Leicester

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Rachel Parris: The Rachel Parris Songbook

In 2026, Parris announced The Rachel Parris Songbook – gathering together some of her best-loved musical material from the past decade and a half, alongside fre…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

Fisherman's Friends

Bound together by lifelong friendship and shared experience for more than 25 years, the Fisherman’s Friends have met on the Platt (harbour) in their native Port…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

The Bluetones

A very special acoustic show with Mark Morriss & Adam Devlin of Britpop legends The Bluetones.The band, formed in 1993, had an impressive run of hit singles thr…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

Cirque: The Greatest Show

Escape the ordinary and enter the world of the extraordinary!It's time to step into the light.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Wild Women Live

What does it take to stand metres from a tiger, dive with sharks, camp in predator territory, or film in some of the planet’s most unforgiving environments?Step…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

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Matt Forde: Project Holy Moly

Another new Prime Minister. Another new government. Another set of black holes.Join leading political comedian and satirist Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Perfor…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

The Hawkstone Farmers Choir - This Is Home

Following an extraordinary year that has taken them from muddy fields and tractor cabs to one of the biggest stages on British television, The Hawkstone Farmers…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

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Jersey Boys

The Internationally acclaimed stage sensation, Jersey Boys!This smash hit musical has won 65 major awards and has been seen by over 30 million people worldwide.…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Professor David Olusoga - A Global History Of The British Cup Of Tea

There is nothing more British than a cup of tea.Tea is our national drink; our national obsession. Yet the history of tea is the ultimate global story.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Scott Bennett: Stuff

As a society we love stuff, it’s a statement about who we are and who we want to be.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Johannes Radebe: Finally Home

Johannes Radebe is back!2026 has been an extraordinary year for JoJo. He has become a British citizen, made his West End debut and started his dream role as pre…

Curve Theatre, Leicester

Joe Lycett: Do You Really Lycett? Is It, Is It Wicked?

Joe Lycett is back and he is unleashed! He was leashed! Now the leash has been removed, so there is no leash! Don’t come if you love leashes!

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

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 Y Theatre, Leicester

Alan Carr: Have I Said Too Much?

Alan Carr’s back on tour and his lips are unsealed!With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing, Alan’s ready to dish some drama.

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Ahir Shah

HBO and Netflix star Ahir Shah (Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, QI) is back with his new stand-up show Golden.

The Y Theatre, Leicester

Simon Fowler - The Ocean Colour Scene Songbook and Beyond

He's the singer/songwriter who wrote the tunes for the Britpop generation. Simon Fowler, frontman for Ocean Colour Scene, penned The Riverboat Song, The Circle,…

The Y Theatre, Leicester

The Phantoms starring Lee Mead

In this spellbinding night of music celebrating the most beloved musicals of all time, The Phantoms take us on a magical journey through iconic shows such as Le…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Candlelight: Queen vs ABBA

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before.

The Guildhall, Leicester

Candlelight: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Featuring a cast of West End singers and a live band, join us for a ‘Landslide’ concert, jam packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before!…

The Guildhall, Leicester

Daniel O'Reilly: Let's Have It!

Hold on to your seats and brace yourself for a night of outrageous laughs and no-holds-barred comedy, as the one and only Daniel O’Reilly returns to the stage w…

De Montfort Hall, Leicester

Kane Brown: Crowd Work King

Coming off the back of his sold out Don’t Listen To Me UK tour, Kane brings you his brand-new show: Crowd Work King.

The Y Theatre, Leicester