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Final preparations are under way for this year’s Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon and the wonderful mix of athletic endeavour and community spirit it brings to the city’s streets.

People across Leeds are being encouraged to get up to speed with the traffic and travel arrangements for one of the highlights of the city’s sporting and fundraising calendar.

The incredible worlds of graphic novels, orchestral music and electronic soundscapes will come together in a captivating, immersive performance in Leeds next week.

Award-winning turntablist, DJ and producer NikNak will join forces with Chineke! Orchestra for the world premier of “Parable”, a brand new piece created as part of the Sound Out Leeds series.

Disco fever is set to hit City Square this summer with the return of an exciting outdoor events space.

After a hugely successful debut last year, THOR’S tipi will return to the square on May 16 with a glamourous new disco theme, including glitter balls, the best disco music and themed activities.

Families across Yorkshire can hunt for dragon eggs and mythical beasts at Lotherton this Easter as immersive new expedition swoops in.

Meet the volunteers urging more people to sign up as Leeds City Council launches its new volunteering scheme.

Leeds City Council and Opera North are thrilled to announce the return of the hugely popular 80s Classical, taking place on Saturday, July 26, 2025 on Millennium Square.

Celebrating its sixth sensational season, the event welcomes iconic artists including Kim Wilde, Roland Gift (of Fine Young Cannibals), Go West, and Jaki Graham, promising an evening filled with nostalgia, incredible music, and unforgettable memories.

The son of the man dubbed ‘Britain’s Schindler’ will deliver the keynote speech at this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day civic event as Leeds marks the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.

A stunning vintage chandelier which once lit up some of the biggest names in music has landed a dazzling new role in a fabulous festive panto.

The beautiful ornamental fixture hung for more than 30 years at Leeds Town Hall, where it illuminated performances by artists including The Rolling Stones, Elton John and Queen, before being removed and placed in storage in the late 1990s.

The stunning sights and sounds of Light Night Leeds transformed the city centre last night as the incredible cultural spectacle returned for its 20th edition.

A huge programme of mesmerising illuminated artworks from around the world arrived at well-known buildings and locations in Leeds for the event’s first night, with the stunning show set to continue this evening (Oct 25).

Get ready for a magical winter experience as the beloved Ice Cube at Christmas returns, spreading holiday cheer across Millennium Square, Victoria Gardens, and Cookridge Street starting November 22.

A perfect way to celebrate the festive season, the event is packed with exciting attractions for visitors of all ages, including the ever-popular outdoor ice rink, charming Christmas market stalls, and an array of seasonal attractions.