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.

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    Upcoming Shows at The First Direct Arena Leeds

    Yorkshire

    Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds Tour

    The upcoming UK live run will mark Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds’ first UK show since performing on Glastonbury’s Pyramid stage

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    18 Dec 2023

    Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds Announce 2023 UK Arena Tour
    South East

    Michael McIntyre: MACNIFICENT UK Tour

    Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT!

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    24 Nov 2023 - 25 Nov 2023

    Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT!
    Yorkshire

    Michael starring Ben

    The UK’s ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman.

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    22 Apr 2023

    Michael Starring Ben.The UK's Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Star, Ben Bowman.
    Yorkshire

    Andre Rieu

    and his Johann Strauss Orchestra

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    11 May 2023

    André Rieu, the Dutch “King of Waltz” who has made classical music accessible to ordinary people, will bring his Johann Strauss Orchestra back to the UK.
    Yorkshire

    Peter Kay Tour

    Better Late Than Never

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    8 Sep 2023

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

    Peter Kay Tour

    Better Late Than Never

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    19 May 2023

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

    Michael Buble

    Higher Tour UK 2023

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    21 Apr 2023

    Bublé is without a doubt one of the best-loved entertainers in the world. He connects with an audience like no other, oozing genuine charisma, velvety vocals and smooth moves. He's completed six sold-out world tours and sold more than 60 million records over the course of his extraordinary career.
    Yorkshire

    Magic Mike

    The Arena Tour

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    29 Apr 2023

    A group of extraordinary artists from around the world will perform a sultry dance and acrobatic spectacular on an incredible scale. Sexy dance routines intertwined with one-of-a-kind acts, will be presented by a diverse cast of performers from around the world.
    Yorkshire

    Olly Murs

    Marry Me Tour 2023

    First Direct Arena Leeds

    28 Apr 2023

    Olly Murs is back and now returns with the release of Marry Me, his first new studio album in over four years, and the 7th of his illustrious career. Olly’s previous six albums and subsequent sold- out tours have all been enormously successful.
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