Though we may be at the tail end of 2025, that doesn’t mean that events are going to slow down suddenly before the festive period - far from it.
While there are a great many events set to take place in and around Leeds before the year comes to an end, we’ve picked out one of the shiniest beacons in the heart of the city, unmistakable to those around the West Yorkshire area - the First Direct Bank Arena.
Be it comedy from some of the maestros of the game, through to long-awaited reunion shows and a touch of kids’ entertainment to keep the young ones happy, we’ve pulled all the huge events that are to take place at the arena before the end of the year, with tickets still available for most of the shows through Ticketmaster.
So what’s left to come to the venue this year? Read on to find out!
5. Simply Red - September 26
Iconic soul and pop band Simply Red earmark their forthcoming 40th anniversary with a UK & Ireland arena tour, with a date in Leeds scheduled for late September. | Dean Chalkley
6. Busted vs McFly - September 27 and 28
Two titans of teeny-bopping pop punk, Busted and McFly converge upon the First Direct Bank Arena in September to finally settle once and for all the age-old question - who is better, Busted, McFly or is it too close to call? | Provided Photo: Busted vs McFly
7. John Bishop - October 11 and 12
John Bishop is celebrating a quarter-century in comedy as he looks back at his career, promising a collection of his best and most well-known jokes as well as new material. It's an opportunity to see one of the UK's most successful comedians reflect on his career. | Provided
8. Marti Pellow - October 29
Marti Pellow celebrates the three decades since the release of the iconic Wet Wet Wet hit 'Love Is All Around.' The former frontman will be performing this and many other classics from his time with the band, as well as songs from his successful solo career. | Getty Images