The Boss had personally asked to “road test” the £60m, 15,000 capacity venue before its official opening and landed in Leeds to a play an incredible set on July 23, 2013.
It was the first time he had played in the city since since performing for an immense crowd of 80,000 in Roundhay Park in 1985 and the atmosphere ahead of the show was electric.
One man who remembers the night fondly is Jack Fawbert, 30, who was working for the stage crew that night. He said: “There was a real feeling of excitement and anticipation. We had a legend playing to open the arena and you could really feel it in the surrounding area.”
He added: “The best thing about it was that even after playing one of the mammoth sets for which he’s known he still came backstage and thanked all the crew. That’s something we took from the night.
"Bruce is known among the entertainment industry for being a really down to earth and humble guy. It goes to show he’s the real deal.”
Check out the pictures below of a special night in Leeds:
13. Signs
The crowd brought their signs along, knowing that the Boss has a habit of taking requests and involving his audience. Photo: James Hardisty
14. 10 years
It's now been 10 years since that magical night at the First Direct Arena in Leeds Photo: Mark Bickerdike
15. Fans from all over
Laura Stellin from Italy, was the first person in the standing area of the concert Photo: James Hardisty
16. Better Days
Bruce took requests from the audience and brought a whole family onstage to dance with him to Dancing In The Dark. Photo: Mark Bickerdike
17. Fans
Pictured (left to right) Jodie Crane, and Debz Honeybourne, checking the roll call list. Photo: James Hardisty