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Leeds Events in May

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Ambient Leeds: SARRAM / Dead Space Chamber Music / Null Assembly

Thursday 14th May

7:30pm - 11:00pm

Wharf Chambers, Leeds

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Ambient Leeds: SARRAM / Dead Space Chamber Music / Null Assembly

Wharf Chambers, Leeds

Join us at Wharf Chambers and immerse yourself in the best dark, strange and hypnotic soundscapes Europe has to offer!

18+

JU!CE Rekords

Sat 9th - Sat 23rd May

After our courtyard takeover on Halloween, we return to Distrikt Bar in Leeds for a full venue takeover with a stacked lineup

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Collective Records: Midweek Sessions

Collective Records: Midweek Sessions

Distrikt, Leeds

Back down at Distrikt Bar Leeds for another Midweek session.

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IMPULSE THURSDAYS (Student Takeover)

IMPULSE THURSDAYS (Student Takeover)

The End, Leeds

Weekly underground student night at The End. FREE ENTRY // ALL DRINKS 2 FOR 1

One of the smash hits of last year's Edinburgh Fringe comes to Leeds

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Any Age Single's Mixer Event with Love at First Sign

Any Age Single's Mixer Event with Love at First Sign

The Bootlegger Leeds

An astrology powered dating night, where star signs spark conversation, compatibility is more than just a feeling and vibes are ALWAYS high!

18+

Inkrmn / Coyote / Benjy Saia / Soulsonica

Inkrmn / Coyote / Benjy Saia / Soulsonica

Lending Room, Leeds

A new music showcase, starring 4 exciting new emerging acts!

Toots and the Maytals-Feat Leba Hibbert

Friday 15th May

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Leeds Beckett University

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Toots and the Maytals-Feat Leba Hibbert

Leeds Beckett University

AGMP Concerts presents Direct from Jamaica TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS featuring Leba Hibbert

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Chud + Mayfire / Hydeout / Glass

Friday 15th May

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Royal Park Cellars, Leeds

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Chud + Mayfire / Hydeout / Glass

Royal Park Cellars, Leeds

A dynamic band delivering a powerful mix of alternative rock and punk.

Emily Trease

Friday 15th May

7:30pm - 11:00pm

Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds

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Emily Trease

Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds

Emily Trease and her band present an evening of new songs, blending acoustic songwriting with jazz influences.

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8CR 1st Birthday: DJ Fart in the club & Juaan

8CR 1st Birthday: DJ Fart in the club & Juaan

Distrikt, Leeds

After a year of events, we head to Distrikt with our biggest lineup to date.

18+

Deposit for Bottomless Brunch Friday 15th to Saturday 16th May

Fri 15th - Sat 16th May

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Mavericks Huddersfield

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Deposit for Bottomless Brunch Friday 15th to Saturday 16th May

Mavericks Huddersfield

BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH IS HERE, HUDDERSFIELD!

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BEYOND THE WOODS >> Hazlewood Castle

Saturday 30th May

12:00pm - 11:00pm

Hazlewood Castle, Tadcaster

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BEYOND THE WOODS >> Hazlewood Castle

Hazlewood Castle, Tadcaster

Deep within the ancient woods at Hazlewood Castle lies Leeds' first forest festival. Join SLAPFUNK, LOCKLEAD, ALISHA, SAOIRSE, DUNGEON MEAT and more!

Springwell Brewery, Leeds

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Cru2 Leeds

Springwell Brewery, Leeds

Cru2 is back in Leeds! Huge lineup. Big production. Fully outdoors

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RNB MANIA | Leeds' Outdoor Bank Holiday R&B Festival

RNB MANIA | Leeds' Outdoor Bank Holiday R&B Festival

Project House, Leeds

Leeds, are you ready for an incredible 90s & 00s R&B showcase? RNB MANIA is bringing our iconic R&B vibe to Project House!

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LIT Ibiza Takeover Bank Holiday Sunday Opening Party

LIT Ibiza Takeover Bank Holiday Sunday Opening Party

Crowded House, Leeds

Unforgettable. Iconic. Epic. Magical. LIT Ibiza Takeover are back in Leeds to open summer 2026 in true Ibiza LIT style!

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system May Bank Holiday Terrace Party

Sunday 24th May

3:00pm - 5:00am

Mint Warehouse, Leeds

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system May Bank Holiday Terrace Party

Mint Warehouse, Leeds

system return on May Bank Holiday with Sonja Moonear b2b The Ghost, Dyed Soundorom, DJ Sweet6teen and Captain Wallop

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Area 51: Phase 2 [Invicta Audio x DnB Collective Day Party]

Area 51: Phase 2 [Invicta Audio x DnB Collective Day Party]

Beaver Works, Leeds

This May, Invicta Audio x DnB Collective will be taking over Beaver Works in Leeds for a huge day party! Fancy Dress Encouraged!

30+

Danny Bond - Over 30s

Danny Bond - Over 30s

The Space, Leeds

Danny is back with another 6 hour open to close set.

18+

Cru2 Leeds Afterparty

Cru2 Leeds Afterparty

The Warehouse, Leeds

Official after party

GirlyPop Live | Project House, Leeds

GirlyPop Live | Project House, Leeds

Project House, Leeds

GirlyPop Live is coming to Project, House with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts!

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Havoc City + Static Attic / September Suns / Dahlia

Havoc City + Static Attic / September Suns / Dahlia

Lending Room, Leeds

Pure authentic rock, a performance designed to bring electric into your bones!

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Inkrmn / Coyote / Benjy Saia / Soulsonica

Inkrmn / Coyote / Benjy Saia / Soulsonica

Lending Room, Leeds

A new music showcase, starring 4 exciting new emerging acts!

18+

Country Club - Country Music Festival - Leeds

Country Club - Country Music Festival - Leeds

O2 Academy Leeds

Saddle up cowboys & cowgirls The UKs Biggest country music day party is riding into Leeds for the ultimate hoedown in Feb 2026!

Leeds events in May are packed with music, markets and nightlife. If you’re looking for what’s on in Leeds in May, check out Brudenell Social Club, rooftop parties at Headrow House, and club nights at Mint Warehouse. Plan your weekend now and find something new.

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