Things to do in Leeds

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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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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Senser

Senser are pioneers of cross-over alternative/hip hop/metal/electronic and since 2009 have been back on the scene playing some fantastic live shows.

Brudenell Social Club, Leeds

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Austentatious: An Improvised Novel

Join the all-star cast as they improvise a brand new Jane Austen work before your very eyes, based on a single audience suggestion.

Leeds Grand Theatre, Leeds

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The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

Who is to blame for the worldwide phenomena of ukulele orchestras and ukulelemania?The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain!Tap your toes with the royalty of the…

City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds

This Will Destroy You

This Will Destroy You are a Texan group who compose lengthy, atmospheric instrumental pieces utilizing a variety of guitar effects and dynamic changes.

Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen, Leeds

Pauline Eyre: Anyone For Tennis?

A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimms on tennis gossip from the fragrant royal box to the musty locker room, an…

Old Woollen, Leeds

Faetooth

Faetooth is a “fairy doom" trio originating from Los Angeles. The group is composed of Ari May as guitarist and vocalist, Jenna Garcia as bassist and vocalist,…

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

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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

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Radiohead by Candlelight

Step into an evening of candlelit excitement with London Concertante! Listen to some of the best tracks from Radiohead albums performed by this fabulous ensembl…

Leeds Minster, Leeds

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Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

Host of hit political podcast The Political Party Matt Forde (Spitting Image, Have I Got News For You, The British Scandal, The Last Leg, The Royal Variety Perf…

City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds

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World Cup Screenings

World Cup Screenings at O2 Academy Leeds, Leeds

O2 Academy Leeds, Leeds

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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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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IDLES

Punk rock quintet from Bristol.

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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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 - Happy

Attention comedy fans worldwide!Paul Smith is hitting the road again with his brand-new tour HAPPY and this is the biggest, boldest show of his career.Following…

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: Living the Dream

National treasure and singing sensation Jane McDonald is officially Living The Dream as she announces a brand-new UK tour and album for 2026.The star of stage a…

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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Steve Backshall

Adventurer, natural history TV Presenter, public speaker and author. Steve’s ever-growing passion for the big wild natural world started as a child and continue…

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The Courteeners

Get ready for an epic night of indie anthems as Courteeners bring their electrifying live show.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Myles Smith

Growing up in Luton, Myles Smith rapidly established himself as different to his peers, picking up an acoustic guitar and singing covers of some of his favourit…

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Kevin Bridges: Here If You Need Me

Kevin Bridges cut his comedy teeth in Glasgow after leaving school at the age of 17. From there, the young comedian began performing around the UK.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Squeeze

One of the best post-punk pop acts, helmed by the songwriting duo Glen Tilbrook and Chris Difford.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Jungle

Based around a core musical duo known simply as ‘J’ and ‘T’ who expand to a thrilling seven piece live band, Jungle make mesmeric, modern soul that’s unmistakab…

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Bill Bailey: Vaudevillean

Enthralling family fun, to divert and transport from the tribulations of daily life!Bill Bailey returns with a show that celebrates this great tradition, as the…

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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The Pogues

The Pogues are a Celtic folk rock band from London, formed in 1982 and fronted by Shane MacGowan.

O2 Academy Leeds, Leeds

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Pete Tong Presents Ibiza Classics

Classical music and Clubland, together at last, thanks to the vision of a bona-fide dance music legend.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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The Darkness

2003 saw the start of a love affair between one of the most extraordinary and best loved bands to come from the UK and fans all around the world.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Tom Grennan

Born in Bedford but based in London, singer-songwriter Tom Grennan first found fame as the guest vocalist on Chase & Status’s track “All Goes Wrong”.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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Jack Whitehall: Settle Down

Over the last few years, Jack has firmly established himself as one of the country’s most successful young talents.

First Direct Arena, Leeds

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