Fun Events in Leeds

Leeds' alternative club is bringing you the best in rock anthems in the main room, and all the guilty pleasures you can handle in the second room, to make sure you have the most epic night around.

Taking place at locations across the city, this unique series of art classes is teaching you how to unleash your creativity with step-by-step guidance on crafting some gorgeous works of art.

Take on a series of mind-bending challenges in just 60 minutes to gain the glory and earn your freedom. Choose between the pirate-themed Blackbeard's Treasure, the ancient Japanese Fourth Samurai room, or destroy Nazi weapons in Our Finest Hour. 

Want to compete in a quiz but low on funds? Outlaws Yacht Club is free entry! And you can win a £30 or £20 bar tab (and some cake) just by being the smartest one there too.

Head over to Be At One Millenium Square where they're treating all you rum lovers to the ultimate cocktail masterclass. Get the low down on four excellent rums, including Sailor Jerry's and Appleton Estate, before stepping behind the bar to shake up your very own concoctions.

Cabaret, every 15 minutes, every Saturday – that's the guarantee at The Viaduct Showbar, as the team takes over from 8pm till 12am for some premier cabaret with hosts Precious McMichaels and Connie Mae. Definitely a fun thing to do in Leeds.

If you're a dancer, you already know about MoveOnUp. One of Leeds' most fun events, get down there every Wednesday for the finest in sixties soul until the early hours of the morning.

If you want your club nights in Leeds to be filled with the best indie and alternative tunes, played through immense speakers, Propaganda at The Warehouse is the place for you.

Come to this family friendly event in Leeds and you can enjoy amazing food from great street food traders, spectacular art from local artists and live music all day long.

Beer enthusiasts, this one's for you. At this super-cool tour, you'll get to visit four different breweries, learning about the unique brewing process and tasting the beers along the way. And once you've finished you can explore the Refectory Taproom's long list of beers.

This September, catch The Wet Spot as they take over Belgrave Music Hall once more for their newest edition. Showcasing the finest in cabaret talent from Leeds and further afield, thy're showing off circus, burlesque and comedy talent all evening.

The longest running independent comedy night in Yorkshire is that for a reason: because it's just so gosh darn fun. Every week, world class talent and top rising stars will perform their comedy hearts out on stage.

Your Tuesday Nights are nothing without a bit of Soul Stew. Head to Smokestack as they play the very best in Northern Soul and Motown, all while you eat a menu of Deep South-inspired food.

If cocktails are the name of your game then it's time to head to the Corn Exchange because Leeds Rum Fest is back with the ultimate pop-up. Wrap your lips around exotic cocktails, quality spirits and tasty food as you experience talks, masterclasses and live tunes.

Looking for something a little different this August? Experience Rocky Horror in all its glory as the unmissable musical comes to New Briggate for a week-long run. With all the wacky characters and iconic hits, this isn't one to miss.

What's the point of sleeping when that's time for partying? One of Leeds' best clubs welcomes world-renowned DJs to play some of the best in House music like you've never heard.

Let's face it, weekends just aren't the same without brunch. Get your afternoon fix as Chez Mal welcomes you to soak up 3 whole hours of unlimited drinks alongside a crepe station and mouthwatering food; from charcuterie to homemade bites and more.