And these pictures include events from Leeds 2023 such as the Awakening held in Headingley Stadium and the sculptural forest Making A Stand in City Square.
Our photographers also captured the people of Leeds as they took on impressive challenges this year, including the Rob Burrow Marathon back in May.

13. Inflatable 5k
The Inflatable 5k took place at Harewood House this June. Pictured are people dodging large obstacles to set records. Photo: Steve Riding

14. Summer Solstice
Taking place in Leeds Corn Exchange, South Asian Arts UK marked its 12th Summer Solstice festival this June. The 19-hour festival celebrated melodies and rhythms from across Asia. Photo: James Hardisty

15. Leeds Tattoo Expo
The eighth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo was held in June this year at the First Direct Arena. Around 200 top artists were working under one roof. Photo: Steve Riding

16. Leeds International Festival of Ideas
The Leeds International Festival of Ideas returned to the city this year. In August, an exhibition on grief was revealed in Victoria Gate to kickstart the festival. Photographer Jo Ritchie pictured. Photo: Simon Hulme

17. Leeds Waterfront Festival
The Leeds Waterfront Festival returned this July at Leeds Dock. Pictured is the dragon boat race. Photo: Steve Riding

18. Moon Palace
Moon Palace, a striking mobile observatory, travelled the city as part of the Year of Culture this year after its launch in July. Photo: Simon Hulme


