What’s on in Leeds in 2026
Your Guide to Theatre, Music and More in Leeds
Leeds supports a wide range of live events, with theatre, concerts and touring productions appearing across the city’s venues at different points of the year. The programme includes visiting stage shows, live music performances, comedy events and seasonal productions staged throughout Leeds.
Live theatre remains a major part of the city’s entertainment offering. Productions are regularly presented at Leeds Grand Theatre and Leeds Playhouse, both of which stage touring performances alongside original productions and collaborative projects. Large concerts and touring live events are frequently hosted at First Direct Arena Leeds, which attracts performers from across the UK and international touring circuits.
Leeds is regularly included in nationwide theatre, dance and music tours, with many productions scheduling performances in the city as part of their national runs. The combination of established venues and consistent audience demand means touring productions return to Leeds across multiple seasons.
This page focuses on performances scheduled to take place in Leeds, highlighting venues across the city and helping audiences keep track of shows currently available to book, as well as productions announced for future performance dates.
