Well, here we are again - the winter months.
The days are short, the coats are thick, and the central heating bill is already giving us heart palpitations - at least, mine is anyway. But fear not, because the only thing hotter than your radiators this winter is the gig schedule in Leeds.
We’ve crammed 42 reasons not to hibernate into this list—from November right through to the spring thaw.
Skip the doomscrolling and get a dose of music therapy over these colder months; whether you’re ready to scream along with Wolf Alice and Gorillaz in the arena, or you prefer the intense sonic beating of Crowbar at the Brudenell, Leeds has your number.
Tickets to the gigs are once again available either through Ticketweb or Ticketmaster, or if you’ve braved the elements already, why not check out Jumbo Records or Crash Records, pick up a ticket there and peruse some of the fantastic collection of records they have on offer.
Go on - treat yourself before Christmas.
Here’s our guide to the shows coming up in Leeds from now until the end of March - just in time for spring and everything else that awaits, including Roundhay Park shows on the horizon.

1. Everything Everything - November 28
Get ready for a night of intricate, inventive indie-pop as Everything Everything brings their unique sound to Leeds. Known for their complex rhythms and witty lyrics, this is a show that promises to be both cerebral and highly danceable. 📍 O2 Academy, 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW | Contributed
2. Lambrini Girls - November 28
Catch the electrifying, genre-bending punk energy of Lambrini Girls. This gig is guaranteed to be loud, raw, and completely unapologetic, offering a truly high-octane performance in a more intimate setting. 📍 PROJECT HOUSE, Armley Rd, Leeds LS12 2DR | Mark Bickerdike

3. Five - November 29
Step back into the late '90s as the iconic boyband Five hits the arena stage once more. Expect a wave of nostalgia and all the pop anthems that defined an era. This is pure, energetic pop fun guaranteed to transport you straight back to the CD:UK days. 📍 Leeds First Direct Bank Arena, Arena Way, Leeds LS2 8AR | Contributed

4. Kingfishr - November 29
Hailing from Ireland, Kingfishr blend traditional Irish folk melodies with a contemporary indie-rock punch. It’s a compelling sound that's quickly earning them a reputation as a must-see live act. 📍 Leeds Beckett Students' Union, Portland Way, Leeds LS1 3HE | Mark Bickerdike Photography
5. Peter Hook and the Light - November 29
Joy Division and New Order legend Peter Hook returns to Leeds to play hits from his seminal catalogue. Experience the iconic basslines and influential tracks that shaped post-punk music history. 📍 O2 Academy, 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW | Contributed Photo: Submitted

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The chart-topping folk-rock giants Mumford & Sons bring their expansive sound and passionate performance back to the city. Get ready for rousing sing-alongs and a massive production show. 📍 First Direct Bank Arena, Arena Way, Leeds LS2 8AR | Contributed