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Merrion Centre Once Again Hosts Leeds City Centre’s Biggest Chinese New Year Celebrations for 2026

The Merrion Centre in Leeds is set to once again host the city centre’s largest Chinese New Year celebration in 2026, welcoming the Year of the Horse with an exciting programme

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12 January 2026

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OATLY HELPS BRING FIRST-EVER VEGAN ‘BUNDO CHAAT’ TO BUNDOBUST FANS

 Oatly, the world’s original and largest oat drink company, has announced its latest collaboration with cult Indian street-food brand Bundobust – join

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7 January 2026

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JANUARY AT LEEDS HERITAGE THEATRES

Leeds Heritage Theatres is the place to be as we kick off 2026.

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2 January 2026

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Bongo’s Bingo to Become New Permanent Leeds Resident at Project House

Project House is now home to Bongo’s Bingo for a run of 2026 shows.

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18 December 2025

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New Wheel of Light gondola makes city’s iconic attraction accessible

This year’s Ice Cube at Christmas is more inclusive than ever, with the iconic Leeds Wheel of Light debuting a brand-new accessible gondola.

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16 December 2025

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FEDERAL LEEDS IS NOW OPEN WITH 1,000 FREE COFFEES UP FOR GRABS

The UK’s popular brunch spot Federal has officially opened in Leeds, welcoming hundreds of brunch lovers through its doors from 7am on opening day. To celebrate its arrival in the city, it will be giving away free coffees to the first 10

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16 December 2025

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Victoria Leeds captures local families celebrating the unique festive moments that matter most

This Christmas, Yorkshire’s premier retail and dining destination, VictoriaÂ

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9 December 2025

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Leeds Playhouse reveals full Spring/Summer 26 season featuring a powerful new stage production of the Yorkshire musical Brassed Off

Leeds Playhouse has announced its Spring/Summer 2026 Season – a bold programme of progressive, inclusive productions offering hope and connection. Highlights include three home-grown shows: Small Island, Planet Omar, and Brassed

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4 December 2025

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Season’s Eatings: Trinity Kitchen Welcomes a New Lineup This Festive Season

Trinity Kitchen has welcomed a host of new street-food vendors, ready to tantalise tastebuds in the run up to Christmas. From Mac & Cheese and loaded

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3 December 2025

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Victoria Leeds partners with Zarach to help end bed poverty this Christmas

This Christmas, Victoria Leeds is proud to announce its partnership with Zarach, the Leeds-founded charity on a mission to end bed poverty for childr

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3 December 2025

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