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Planning your Leeds trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Leeds such as events and attractions, to make your Leeds visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Leeds, you’ll find everything you need for your Leeds holiday on Whats On In Leeds.com. Our What’s On Leeds guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Leeds – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Leeds by checking out our Leeds News and Events Calendar pages.

See what's on in Leeds. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.​

Editor Picks, Music & Dance, Reviews 6 October 2025

In Pictures: Theatre of Hate at The Brudenell on 4 October

Theatre of Hate were supported by Skeletal Family last Saturday, on the Leeds leg of their 45th Anniversary Tour. Jazz Jennings was there with his camera for Leeds Living. Skeletal Family THEATRE OF HATE Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Spotify | YouTube SKELETAL FAMILY Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Spotify | YouTube Photography by Jazz Jennings. Leeds Living …

Editor Picks, Music & Dance, Previews 16 September 2025

Stevie Vayne…Vainglorious: A Punk In The House

In his new memoir, Vainglorious: A Punk In The House (Armley Press), Vayne charts a journey that veers from the chaos of 1980s punk-rock anarchy to the polished boardrooms of the global dance music industry. Leeds-born punk frontman turned international club culture heavyweight, Stevie Hulme – aka Stevie Vayne – has lived a life as […] Leeds Living …

Featured 4 September 2025

Help stitch history: Contribute to Leeds’ new threads of freedom tapestry

Leeds Libraries are inviting residents to help create an inspiring new tapestry that will become a lasting part of the city’s cultural heritage. As part of the national campaign Our Freedom: Then and Now, the Threads of Freedom project has received funding to work with communities across the city to produce a collaborative textile artwork. This new piece will be displayed alongside the much-loved Leeds Tapestry on the first floor of Leeds Central Library.  Leeds City Council News – News …

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  • Lord Mayor hosts Civic Hall Iftar meal
    on 5 March 2026 at 10:59 am

    The Leader of Leeds City Council and guests joined the Lord Mayor of Leeds for an iftar meal on Wednesday, 4 March at the Civic Hall’s Banqueting Suite.

  • Blooming marvellous exhibition explores the beauty of flower power
    on 5 March 2026 at 10:27 am

    Flamboyant floral creations have burst into life this spring in a new exhibition paying tribute to the unique beauty of the natural world. Botanically Beautiful: Art and Design Inspired by Nature at Lotherton explores how colourful depictions of flowers, fruits, leaves and trees have taken root in the worlds of art, design and fashion, inspiring a vast array of eye-catching works across history.

  • Update on new night-time flying application by Leeds Bradford Airport
    on 4 March 2026 at 4:04 pm

    Leeds City Council has today announced details of the process it will follow while dealing with an application from Leeds Bradford Airport relating to night-time flying.

  • Prestigious Leeds Award presented to the ‘father of the Irish community’
    on 4 March 2026 at 9:11 am

    Tom McLoughlin MBE, the man described as the ‘father of the Irish Community in Leeds' has been presented with one of the city’s top awards by Leeds City Council.

  • Historic exhibition puts city’s heritage in the picture
    on 4 March 2026 at 8:28 am

    A trailblazing female wrestler and a famous gorilla are among the enthralling Leeds stories being brought into focus in a picture-perfect new exhibition. In the Picture at Abbey House Museum features a selection of objects, thought-provoking paintings and photographs drawn from the vast Leeds Museums and Galleries collection.