Leeds' May Bank Holiday weekend is typically crammed with quality goings on with its legion of bars, live music venues and world-beating clubs giving you plenty of options for that extra day off work.

Take a look below to get plenty of ideas for the May Bank Holiday weekend in Leeds.

May Bank Holiday events in other places nearby

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