Say Owt Slam
Interested in slamming? Email info@sayowt.co.uk to express your interest. Due to demand, there will be a random draw and successful slammers will be notified by Friday 15 May. All slammers get free entry, and the winner will receive a small prize, plus the honour of being the first Leeds Lit Fest Say Owt Slam champion!
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Melanie Baker
26th June 2026 - 26th June 2026
Melanie Baker makes music about everything that hurts and everything that feels just right. Based in Newcastle (UK), she writes with unflinching honesty — songs…
Good Flying Birds
29th June 2026 - 29th June 2026
Good Flying Birds is a jangly, noisy guitar-pop group from the Midwest, USA. The project began in December 2023 with a string of 4-track cassette…
Two Premiers: Fergus Quill and Nika Ticciati
22nd May 2026 - 22nd May 2026
Fergus Quill & Nika Ticciati both perform new solo works for the first time. Fergus- ‘Bar Walk: A tribute to John Cage’ Nika- ‘The Book…
Paul Murphy: In Conversation
23rd May 2026 - 23rd May 2026
Lift Your Feet present Paul Murphy: In Conversation – a talk in reference to the history of jazz dance, his illustrious DJ career, life as…
Jazz Dance Party with Paul Murphy
23rd May 2026 - 24th May 2026
Lift Your Feet returns with their third addition of their annual Jazz Dance Party at Hyde Park Book Club, in association with Leeds Jazz Festival.…
Renny Conti
8th September 2026 - 8th September 2026
Renny Conti is a Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer from the San Francisco Bay Area. With influences including Will Oldham and Harvest-era Neil Young, a…
Explore The Neighbourhood
Brighouse & Rastrick Band
Leeds Best of Brass 2025/26 Camille Saint-Saëns / Walter Hargreaves – French Military March Hector Berlioz – Overture: Le carnaval romain Rebecca Lundberg – Pater…
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‘Poetry is for Everyone’ – Join us for performances from a variety of Male poets connected to Leeds. A continuation of the Men’s Health Unlocked…
Learn MoreLino Printing at Kirkstall Forge
This workshop is perfect for anyone who likes to send their Christmas cards out early with a personal touch. Of course you can do non-festive…
Learn MoreSword II
The enigmatic Atlanta-based three-piece outfit, Sword II, share their debut album Spirit World Tour – a snapshot into the collective’s shared seminal life experiences over…
Learn MoreJames B Partridge: Primary School Bangers
Viral sensation and Britain’s favourite teacher James B Partridge is bringing his hit live show Primary School Bangers to Leeds as part of his biggest…
Learn MoreA Certain Ratio
In October ACR will be hitting the road to celebrate the Anniversary of their classic and beloved albums, Sextet and Force. Both albums will be…
Learn MoreGiggling Squid
Enjoy the best Thai food in Leeds at Giggling Squid. Serving plentiful dishes, exciting Thai ingredients and bold flavours for lunch and dinner. Find us…
Learn MoreNeon Cactus
Our vibrant food menu is inspired by the traditional canteens and old town street vendors of Mexico, while our drinks and upbeat atmosphere are borrowed…
Learn MoreThe Lord Gascoigne Pub Community Garden
A Community Garden run by volunteers from Eco Friendly Garforth, who have been given use of the land by Greene King brewery. The garden is…
Learn MoreBOOM BATTLE BAR
BOOM BATTLE BAR is the ultimate location for your next bash. Adrenaline pumping games, epic selection of drinks and mouth watering street food, all under…
Learn MoreThe Grove Inn
A relaxed charming city pub with a warm and friendly atmosphere. When you come into the Grove Inn you are sure to receive a warm…
Learn MoreNorth Star Coffee Shop & General Store
The North Star General Store opened its doors next to the Roastery at Leeds Dock in July 2017. Located just a short 15 minute walk…
Learn MoreOtley Community Hub & Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreLeeds Civic Trust
Stimulate interest in and care for the history and character of the city. Encourage high standards of design, architecture and town planning. Encourage the improvement…
Learn MoreMiddleton St. George’s Centre Community Hub and Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MoreBardsey Art Studios
Church Lane Bardsey. Set in a beautiful barn conversion studio, on the outskirts of Leeds. Private venue with lots of free parking. No steps -…
Learn MoreCentral Methodist Church, Horsforth
Central Methodist Church is situated at the top of Town Street and originated from the Primitive Methodist community which is why there are still 2…
Learn MoreLeeds University Business School Esther Simpson Building
The innovative teaching centre provides world-class facilities that support participative learning and create an inspirational setting for staff and students. Aligning with the aims of…
Learn MoreLeft Bank Leeds
Left Bank Leeds is an arts and events venue based in the unexpected and breathtaking surroundings of the former St Margaret of Antioch church building…
Learn MoreThe Grove Centre
The Grove (as we usually call it) is located in the centre of Horsforth set just back from Town Street. For the past 150 years…
Learn MoreSable Studio
Sable shoot films, take photos, record audio, make podcasts, host workshops, throw events, hire equipment, curate programmes and more from their 4000 sq ft home…
Learn MoreBurmantofts Community Hub and Library
Join for free and borrow books, eBooks, eAudio and more. We also provide help for people to get online and run events and activities for…
Learn MorePatrick Studios
Patrick Studios, a former social club (St. Patrick’s Social Club) for the neighbouring St Patrick’s Church, was redeveloped and transformed into the home of East…
Learn MoreTCV Hollybush
Hollybush in Kirkstall is an environmental volunteering centre that has been running for over 45 years. Our volunteers help to manage green spaces across Leeds…
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