First Direct Arena Leeds

    The First Direct Arena is the major entertainment venue located in the vibrant city centre of Leeds, hosting live music, comedy, entertainment shows and sporting events

    Voted Best New Venue in the World 2014 at the Stadium Business Awards, first direct arena has played host to some incredible artists since opening in September 2013, including Sir Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Michael Bublé, Sports Personality of the Year, Gary Barlow, Prince, Miley Cyrus, Le Tour De France Grand Depart, John Bishop,  Championship Boxing, Queen + Adam Lambert, Fleetwood Mac, Premier League Darts, Neil Young, Bette Midler, Drake, Morrissey, The Eagles, Pharrell Williams, John Legend, The MOBO Awards, and Mumford and Sons.

    The Arena’s unique “super theatre” style configuration is designed to enhance the arena experience, with all seats facing the stage and high quality acoustics providing the best sound experience in the UK. Spectators and performers alike, will enjoy a more intimate atmosphere with reduced viewing distances inside the 13,000 capacity venue.

    Upcoming Shows at The First Direct Arena Leeds

    Jane McDonald 2024 UK Tour

    With All My Love 2024 Tour

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    22 Nov 2024

    With All My Love Jane McDonald 2024

    Jeff Wayne’s The War Of The Worlds

    Alive On Stage!

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    3 Apr 2025

    Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds is back with a monumental UK tour.

    Becky Hill

    UK Tour

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    16 Oct 2024

    Becky Hill Tour 2024

    Girls Aloud

    UK Tour

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    15 Jun 2024 - 16 Jun 2024

    Girls Aloud Tour 2024

    Elbow

    UK Tour

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    12 May 2024

    Elbow Tour 2024

    Jimmy Carr – Laughs Funny Tour

    Jimmy is back on the road with brand new material for 2024 & 2025

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    13 Dec 2025

    Comedian Jimmy Carr laughs funny - hence the tour

    What’s love got to do with it

    A Tribute to Tina Turner

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    4 May 2024

    The exciting live show celebrating the music of Tina Turner is getting back on the road with a huge tour across the UK.

    Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra

    with special guests Marc Almond and Toby Lee

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    20 Dec 2024

    Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra with special guests Marc Almond and Toby Lee

    Peter Kay Tour

    Better Late Than Never

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    7 Mar 2025

    Peter Kay Announces Return to Stand-up with First Live Tour in Twelve Years.

    Peter Kay Tour

    Better Late Than Never

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    1 Jun 2024

    Peter Kay Announces Return to Stand-up with First Live Tour in Twelve Years.

    Peter Kay Tour

    Better Late Than Never

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    22 Mar 2024

    Peter Kay Announces Return to Stand-up with First Live Tour in Twelve Years.
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