Bob Vylan in Leeds: Door times, support, bag policy and what could they perform?
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After a much-anticipated wait, Bob Vylan finally arrive at the O2 Academy Leeds this Saturday.
Originally scheduled for November 2025, the show was postponed due to significant external political pressures, making this weekend’s performance a long-awaited moment for fans.
All original tickets remain valid for this rescheduled date, as the duo brings their high-energy blend of punk, grime, and hip-hop to the city.
Joining them for the night are the Glasgow-based "recession punk" rising stars, Cowboy Hunters, who have been earning a riotous reputation supporting the likes of Franz Ferdinand and Sleaford Mods.
Here’s everything you need to know about this weekend’s concert, including door times and whether there are any tickets left for the huge event.
What time are the doors opening for Bob Vylan at the O2 Academy Leeds?


Doors for Bob Vylan at the O2 Academy Leeds are scheduled to open at 7pm, with an expected curfew of 11pm.
The estimated set times for the show are:
- 7pm: Doors
- 7:45pm: Cowboy Hunters (estimated start)
- 9pm: Bob Vylan (estimated start)
- 11pm: Curfew
What is the bag policy for the O2 Academy Leeds?
To ensure a safe and smooth entry for everyone, security measures are in place with mandatory bag checks upon arrival.
So that you know, only one small bag per person is permitted inside the venue. To be cleared for entry, your bag must not exceed the dimensions of a standard piece of A4 paper.
For specific reference, your bag must fit within the following limits:
- Height: 29.7cm
- Width: 21.0cm
- Depth: 15.0cm
Please be aware that large bags and rucksacks are strictly prohibited. If you arrive with a bag larger than the A4 requirement, you will need to store it elsewhere before entering.
You can pre-book a secure locker and drop off your items with the venue's official partner, Stasher, to avoid any delays at the door.
The O2 Academy Leeds operates as a Challenge 25 venue. If you are lucky enough to look under 25, please ensure you have a valid form of photo ID ready to present at the door and at the bars to ensure you can enjoy all the venue's facilities without issue.
Finally, the following items are prohibited from being brought to the venue:
- Food & Drink: All food and drink, alcohol, metal cans, flasks, and bottles of any kind.
- Liquids & Aerosols: Liquids and gels (100ml+), perfumes (100ml+), aerosols, spray cans, and markers/graffiti pens.
- Electronics: Laptops, tablets, recording devices, professional cameras, drones, lasers, and selfie sticks.
- Transport & Large Objects: Bicycles, scooters (including e-bikes/e-scooters), pushchairs, helmets, chairs or stools, and large umbrellas.
- Hazardous Items: Weapons, tools, blades, flares, fireworks, smoke devices, and any metal objects.
- Substances: Illegal drugs, substances, and nitrous oxide.
- Miscellaneous: Animals (except assistance dogs), glass objects or vessels, promotional materials, stickers, and flags.
Are there any tickets left to see Bob Vylan at the O2 Academy Leeds?
There is still a collection of tickets in the balcony levels, according to Ticketmaster, for this weekend’s gig.
For more information or to book, visit the official Ticketmaster page for Bob Vylan tickets.
What have Bob Vylan been performing on the road recently?
We go back to the original UK tour Bob Vylan were on late last year to take a look at their most recent set.
According to Setlist.FM, the group performed the following songs at their December 4 show at the O2 Institute, Birmingham
- Down
- Northern Line
- We Live Here
- GDP
- Makes Me Violent
- GYAG (Get Yourself a Gun)
- Dream Big
- He's a Man
- Take That
- Sick Sad World
- Ring the Alarm
- He Sold Guns
- Wicked & Bad
- Pretty Songs
- I Heard You Want Your Country Back
- Hunger Games
Looking for more shows taking place in the city this month? Check out our guide to the concerts coming to Leeds throughout February.