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!
13. Hans Zimmer Live! - November 23
Hans Zimmer is bringing his 'Live! - The Next Level' show to Leeds, promising ground-breaking electronic soundscapes and spectacular lighting, alongside his iconic film scores. It's a must-see for film and music lovers alike. | Joe Maher/Getty Images
14. JLS - November 20
Get ready for an electrifying night of pop bangers as JLS descend upon the First Direct Arena! Your boys are back, and they're bringing the ultimate Club Vibes to Leeds on Thursday. What is set to be a full-throttled celebration of their biggest hits, get ready to sing along to chart-topping anthems like 'Beat Again,' 'Everybody In Love,' and 'The Club Is Alive.' | Provided Photo: SSE Arena website
15. Mumford and Sons - November 30
The Grammy-winning folk-rock band is bringing their tour to the arena with special guest Sierra Ferrell. Fans can expect a mix of their anthemic hits and more recent work, all performed with the passionate and energetic style they are known for. | Contributed
16. Wolf Alice - December 5
Wolf Alice is currently touring to support their new album The Clearing. The album, released in August 2025, finds the band at the peak of their powers, and the live show is a chance to hear a mix of new material and their past hits. | Getty Images