Things to do in Leeds this weekend
Weekend events, nights out, family picks and free things to do in Leeds.
Current events and activities in Leeds
- The Northern Swing Orchestra Big Band featuring Ben Eagle
Join us for an afternoon of live Big Band music as we welcome Ben Eagle for his debut with The Northern Swing Orchestra!
Check official times at Events
- DeNada Dance Theatre – Edward II
Renaissance tragedy meets Mean Girls meets 80s slasher in Carlos Pons Guerra’s queer dance adaptation of Christopher Marlowe’s Edward II.
Check official times at The Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre
- Spooktacular Family Day
Join us for a frightful mini-festival for young readers and their families, featuring children’s poet and former Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho, author of children’s series ‘The Ministry of Mayhem’ Alex Foulkes, and t
Check official times at Leeds City Library
- LNFG presents Brontës + bogle (UK TOUR)
Last Night From Glasgow presents an evening of live music from two exciting bands at the forefront of the UK independent scene.
Check official times at Santiago Bar
- Bat, Cackle & Pop!
It’s Winifred the Witch’s birthday, and she’s convinced everyone has forgotten! Little does she know, a big surprise party is being secretly planned just for her.
Check official times at Stage@Leeds
- Paul Heaton
Leeds get ready for an unforgettable evening as acclaimed British singer-songwriter Paul Heaton returns to first direct bank arena, Leeds with a live performance celebrating decades of chart-topping music, timeless lyric
Check official times at first direct bank arena
- Sunken Studio Autumn Pottery Market
Join us at Sunken Studio in South Bank, Leeds for our Autumn Pottery Market on Saturday 31 October and Sunday 1 November. Our markets have traditionally been made up of studio members.
11:00 at Events
- Dominic Halpin & Honey B’s
Bibis Showtime welcomes back a true favourite for a special Sunday double show, as Dominic Halpin & The Honey B’s return to the Bibis stage for an afternoon and evening of brilliant live music, timeless songs and the kin
Check official times at Bibis Italianissimo Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
- Leeds 400 – Cathedral Instagram Hangout
We are pleased to announce an opportunity for Instagrammers to explore the beauty of Leeds Cathedral, a Grade II* Arts and Crafts building and historic landmark in Leeds City Centre. Whether you’re a seasoned Instagramme
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- Roundhay Artists Autumn Art Market
A sale of affordable artists’ works and a fund raising afternoon for two charities – Leeds Food Bank and St Gemma’s Hospice.
23:00 at Roundhay Parochial Hall
- House of Fun
House of Fun is a full-throttle touring theatre show celebrating the sound, style and attitude of the UK’s legendary two-tone and ska era.
Check official times at Leeds Grand Theatre
- Practical Magic 2
Twenty-five years after the original film, a discovery about the Owens family's magical origins sparks a new crisis. When Sally’s daughter uncovers hidden secrets and develops dark abilities, the family faces a multi-generational struggle to break their centuries-old curse.
17:00-19:00 at Showcase Leeds
- Minions & Monsters
The Minions go on a journey to find frightening creatures to appear in their monster movie and after unleashing them upon an unsuspecting world must race to save the day.
10:20-12:20 at Showcase Leeds
- Republica
Republica are celebrating 30 years since their first hit with a UK headline tour for Autumn 2026. They’ll be showcasing their enduring legacy with anthems including Ready to Go and Drop Dead Gorgeous, which still feature
Check official times at Brudenell Social Club
- Ital Roots Presents : Black History Month Special: Moko Jumbie
Ital Roots Presents: Moko Jumbie – A family friendly afternoon to evening memorial celebration of ancestors & light of remembrance for a masquerade special using traditional West Indies, South & North American, World Sou
16:00-19:00 at The Vinyl Whistle
- Wildwood
After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Portland, Oregon.
10:45-12:45 at Showcase Leeds
- Wildwood
After her baby brother is abducted by a murder of crows, headstrong teenager Prue McKeel (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) launches a desperate rescue mission into the Impassable Wilderness an enchanted forest hidden just beyond Portland, Oregon.
12:15-14:15 at Everyman Leeds
- Dr John Cooper Clarke
One of Britain’s most outstanding poets Dr John Cooper Clarke has announced a major UK tour for October and November 2026.
Check official times at City Varieties Music Hall
Build a weekend around one strong booking
Plan your visit to Leeds. Discover live music, theatre, family days out, food, sport, markets and local things to do around the city centre, Headingley, Kirkstall, Chapel Allerton and nearby West Yorkshire.
Choose fixed-time bookings first, then combine nearby attractions rather than crossing the city between stops. Confirm opening hours and access information with the venue before travelling.
- Book limited-capacity events first
- Group activities by area
- Keep one free or open-daily backup