WHAT'S ON AT THE FIRST DIRECT ARENA LEEDS, LEEDS
What's On at the First Direct Arena Leeds, Leeds
Most Popular Shows and Events at First Direct Arena Leeds, Leeds
Fri 20 Jun 2025 - Sun 22 Mar 2026
Fri 7 Mar 2025 - Sat 16 May 2026
What's On at the First Direct Arena Leeds, Leeds
James Blunt
Thursday 13 February 2025
James Blunt's 2005 single You're Beautiful catapulted the former British Army officer into the spotlight. The track was the second single from his 11x Platinum-selling debut album Back To Bedlam, and hit the No.1 spot on the official UK...
Queen Extravaganza - The Official Queen Tribute Band
Tuesday 18 February 2025
The official Queen tribute band produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May. The band, who began touring all over the globe back in 2012, are made up of a rolling cast of gifted musicians who have been hand picked by Roger Taylor and Brian May. ...
Pantera
Wednesday 19 February 2025
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Gracie Abrams
Tuesday 4 March 2025
The daughter of movie director J.J. Abrams, the ethereal singer/songwriter Gracie Abrams specialises in a stylized, moody modern pop - a subtly shifting sound which has seen her emerge as one of the most compelling songwriters of her genera...
Peter Kay
Friday 7 March 2025 - Saturday 16 May 2026
One of Britain's best loved comedians, Peter Kay is finally returning to stand-up comedy with his first live tour in twelve years - a tour which still officially ranks in the Guinness Book of World Records as the biggest selling comedy tour...
Disney On Ice - 100 Years of Wonder
Thursday 20 - Sunday 23 March 2025
Celebrate with Mickey and friends while reliving the adventures of favourite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents 100 Years of Wonder. See Mirabel and the stars of Encanto for the first time live on ice! Set sail with Moana, bring back ...
The Wombats
Wednesday 26 March 2025
Helped by the viral success of Oliver Nelson's remix of their 2015 hit 'Greek Tragedy' on TikTok, The Liverpool-formed indie rockers marked lockdown by topping the UK charts with their fifth studio album 'Fix Yourself, Not The World' - some...
Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds
Thursday 3 April 2025
Based on HG Wells' dark Victorian tale, the production remains a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages. In 2006, TWOTW was already considered a cutting-edge production with six trucks filled to the brim. By ...
Sugababes
Tuesday 8 April 2025
British girl group responsible for many of the biggest pop hits of the 00s Following on from the phenomenal success of their UK reunion tour and festival performances, Sugababes have announced a huge arena show at London's The O2 for Septem...
Michael Ball & Alfie Boe
Thursday 10 April 2025
Actor and singer Michael Ball and tenor Alfie Boe met, somewhat appropriately, in a production of Kismet at the London Coliseum in 2007. The duo's instant camaraderie and professional mutual admiration proved to be the start of a long-stand...
Sean Paul + Ashanti
Sunday 13 April 2025
Jamaican superstar Sean Paul is joined by special guest Ashanti for his latest European tour. The Dancehall legend, Grammy Award winner and much loved international hit maker is undeniably one of the most instantly recognisable and popular ...
The Original Harlem Globetrotters
Monday 14 April 2025
The Harlem Globetrotters 2024 World Tour is coming with a game like never before! Your favourite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters...
Paul Smith
Friday 18 April 2025
Liverpool comedian Paul Smith, who is best known for the many viral social media clips of his lightning quick audience interaction, is back with his biggest and funniest tour show yet, "Pablo". The show features hysterics from start to fi...
PlayStation: The Concert
Wednesday 23 April 2025
Prepare for a truly groundbreaking live music event that blends the awe-inspiring music from PlayStation's most iconic games with cutting-edge visuals and the latest in production technology A troupe of virtuous soloists will bring the musi...
Gregory Porter
Saturday 26 April 2025
Gregory Porter, international best selling artist and two time Grammy Award-winning jazz/soul singing sensation, is honoured to announce a thirteen date UK tour. With his irresitable warm baritone vocals, Porter continues to perform to ...
Satinder Sartaaj
Sunday 27 April 2025
The Sufi maestro is an internationally known, multi-talented songwriter, singer, composer, poet and actor who remains at the forefront of his craft. Since he started performing in 1999, he has released eight number 1 solo albums and sold mi...
Clubland
Friday 2 May 2025
The return of the legendary dance brand Clubland... back in UK arenas with a stella line-up. Re-live the classic tunes, the party atmosphere and the Clubland experience with Clubland Live returning to UK arenas, featuring some of Clubland's...
Olly Murs
Friday 9 May 2025
Fresh from his nationwide tour as special guest to Take That earlier this year, Olly Murs has announced a massive UK Arena tour for next Spring. Get ready to party with a set that features all the hits and more! Blue will be special guests ...
Bryan Adams
Saturday 10 May 2025
For most people, a No.1 hit like (Everything I Do) I Do It For You would define their entire career. For Canadian rocker Bryan Adams, it's possibly not even his most popular song. Pre-worldwide chart domination with the theme song from R...
Scissor Sisters
Saturday 24 May 2025
Touring again for the first time in over 10 years, US indie pop superstars Jake Shears, Babydaddy and Del Marquis revisit their entire eponymous debut album on stage in honour of its 20th anniversary. The best-selling album of 2004 in the U...
Leeds Tattoo Expo
Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 June 2025
The 10th edition of Leeds Tattoo Expo, showcasing 200+ top international artists, alongside a handpicked market of traders and exciting entertainment...
Leeds Tattoo Expo 2025
Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 June 2025
The tenth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo will be held on the 7th & 8th June 2025 at the first direct arena. LITE will see around 200 top artists working under one roof to showcase some of the best in tattooing both locally and international...
Greg Davies
Friday 20 June 2025 - Sunday 22 March 2026
Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, comedian Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat Le...
Billy Ocean
Saturday 21 June 2025
Billy Ocean is the biggest selling black recording star Britain has ever produced and has sold over 30 million records in his lifetime to date. Having achieved extraordinary success as both an artist and a songwriter, Billy has collected mu...
Tim Minchin
Monday 23 June 2025
Get ready for an evening packed with unforgettable songs and stories, as the Northampton-born, Australia-raised award-winning actor, comedian, author and music virtuoso looks back on how a Perth cabaret pianist ended up building one of the...
Ricky Gervais
Thursday 26 June 2025
Ricky Gervais has today announced the highly-anticipated first set of official UK dates for his brand-new stand-up show 'Mortality'. Fresh from his most recent stand-up special 'Armageddon' winning a Golden Globe, hitting Number 1 on Netf...
Diana Ross & Hallé Orchestra - A Symphonic Celebration
Saturday 28 June 2025
Diana Ross presents her "Symphonic Celebration" surrounded by an ensemble of great musicians of Soul, Jazz, Rock, Pop and more. She will be performing alongside the Manchester based Halle Orchestra. For the first time ever on tour, Ms Ross ...
Diana Ross
Saturday 28 June 2025
Diana Ross presents her "Symphonic Celebration" surrounded by an ensemble of great musicians of Soul, Jazz, Rock, Pop and more. The majestic 2025 'A Symphonic Celebration' UK Tour will visit seven arenas in Birmingham, Nottingham, Glasgow, ...
PAW Patrol Live
Saturday 9 August 2025
Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group present PAW Patrol Live! "The Great Pirate Adventure." This action-packed, music-filled production is based on the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainme...
Tom Grennan
Thursday 18 September 2025
Chart-topping Bedford pop rock singer-songwriter Tom Grennan demonstrates his rough, soulful voice in all its facets on his platinum hit singles "Little Bit of Love" and "Let's Go Home Together" (with Ella Henderson) and as a featured ...
Deacon Blue
Tuesday 23 September 2025
The name is inspired by Steely Dan. The music is influenced by the integrity of Bruce Springsteen, channelled through a Scottish upbringing. The band is Deacon Blue. They may be serious about creating timeless songs, but are never afraid to...
Simply Red
Friday 26 September 2025
Manchester soul legends Simply Red are back! One of the UK's most treasured bands, frontman Mick Hucknall continues to offer a sensational pop masterclass with vivid, heartfelt, life-giving tracks that mix soul, funk, R&B and blues. Formed ...
Busted Vs McFly
Saturday 27 - Sunday 28 September 2025
Pop rock legends Busted and McFly have announced a joint UK tour. Speaking of the tour, McFly threw down the gauntlet and commented: "Busted gate-crashed our show and challenged us to a VS tour next year. They're old men now, and we are gon...
John Bishop
Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 October 2025
Comedian, TV presenter and actor John Bishop took a less travelled route into show business. Born and raised in Liverpool, the younger Bishop was a semi-professional footballer for Southport and Hyde United, following in the footsteps of ol...
Marti Pellow - Pellow Talk
Wednesday 29 October 2025
An intimate evening of stories and songs with Marti Pellow. Pellow Talk is a chance to learn all about the singer and songwriter with Wet Wet Wet, both as a boy and a man. It's a chance to understand the DNA of the hits. The evening will be...
Hans Zimmer Live
Sunday 23 November 2025
Hans Zimmer has scored more than 500 projects across all mediums, which, combined, have grossed more than 28 billion dollars at box offices worldwide. Zimmer has been honored with two Academy Awards®, three Golden Globes®, four Grammys®,...
Pete Tong - Ibiza Classics
Wednesday 10 December 2025
DJ, broadcaster and global dance music legend Pete Tong has announced the return of his critically acclaimed Ibiza Classics show featuring long-time collaborator Jules Buckley and The Essential Orchestra. Ibiza Classics debuted in 2015, ...
Jimmy Carr
Saturday 13 December 2025
Star of the UK's most streamed Netflix comedy special of 2021, Jimmy is back on the road with a brand new show, Laughs Funny. Jimmy's show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things. Terrible things that might have affected you or pe...
Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
Thursday 18 December 2025
Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra are a rhythm and blues band led by boogie-woogie pianist Jools Holland. Holland formed the band in 1994 and the current 20-piece band consists of piano, organ, drums, female vocals, electri...
Cirque Wicked Wizard of Oz
Tuesday 30 December 2025
Panto meets Cirque with a cast of 60 and spectacular aerial stunts and amazing special effects in this international class arena show as The World's Biggest Productions present a brand-new, breath-taking, Cirque staging... of the Wicked Wiz...
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Most Popular Shows and Events at First Direct Arena Leeds, Leeds
Fri 20 Jun 2025 - Sun 22 Mar 2026
Fri 7 Mar 2025 - Sat 16 May 2026
