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Northern Lights Leeds: A Festive Light Trail at Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam Temple Newsam Road, LeedsTemple Newsam in Leeds is set to host West Yorkshire’s newest festive attraction: the immersive light trail known as Northern Lights. Following its sell-out success in Newcastle, this acclaimed event is expected to draw over 100,000 visitors to its debut in Leeds. Northern Lights promises a spectacular journey through a myriad of illuminations and unique musical compositions. Various prices.
Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsA very different format to the traditional Christmas pantomime, Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantos mix traditional elements of audience participation and corny gags with a jukebox full of classic rock anthems and chart-toppers, all performed live on stage by an ultra-talented cast of actor-musicians. Various times & prices.
Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsOne magical night. Three mysterious ghosts. Dickens’ timeless tale is reimagined through dance, music and storytelling which will transport you to Victorian England and leave your heart aglow. 7pm, mat 2pm. £20 - £72.
ENGINEERY EXHIBITION
Leeds Industrial Museum Armley Mills, Canal Rd, LeedsOn the 300th anniversary of John Smeaton, dubbed the Father of Civil Engineering, our new exhibition celebrates civil engineering in its many forms! Uncover unique objects that were central to Smeaton’s journey and an accompanying exhibition by our Young Smeatonians group which poses challenging questions about the subject. The exhibition is on until 28th Sept 2025.
Opera North’s Love Life
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThis musical was a Broadway hit in 1948, brilliantly inventive yet laced with familiar American styles and traditions. Its hummable tunes and biting satire will be brought back to life in this brand-new production. Various times & prices.
OPERA NORTH’S LOVE LIFE
Leeds Grand Theatre New Briggate, LeedsThis musical was a Broadway hit in 1948, brilliantly inventive yet laced with familiar American styles and traditions. Its hummable tunes and biting satire will be brought back to life in this brand-new production. Various times & prices.
FROM KYIV TO THE KOSMOS
Seven Arts LeedsOriginally from Leeds, Cossack folk-punk pioneers The Ukrainians have brought Ukrainian music and culture to the attention of the West.
LEEDS KIRKGATE VEGAN MARKET
Kirkgate Market Vicar Lane, LeedsA vegan-friendly market with bakers, craft brewers, artists, and environmental charities.
SCARS ON 45
Belgrave Music Hall LeedsYorkshire band Scars On 45 return to play their only UK show of 2025 at Belgrave Music Hall.
WARD THOMAS
City Varieties Music Hall 46 New Briggate, LeedsHampshire country music duo Ward Thomas has announced an intimate, acoustic UK tour for early 2025.
SAM GREENFIELD
Belgrave Music Hall LeedsMulti-instrumentalist and composer Sam Greenfield has made a name for himself in the music industry playing alongside some of the biggest names in the biz. He has toured extensively with Vulfpeck’s Cory Wong, Joss Stone, Dave Koz, and Thank You Scientist.
MONTHLY PUB MEET AT THE SCARBROUGH HOTEL
The Scarborough Hotel LeedsTake A Hike's monthly social pub meeting for members and newcomers.