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.
19. Jason Derulo - February 6
Pop superstar Jason Derulo will be lighting up the arena with his catalogue of global hits and signature high-energy choreography. Expect a spectacular, dance-heavy production.📍 First Direct Bank Arena, Arena Way, Leeds LS2 8AR | Getty Images for FYI.AI
20. Sleaford Mods - February 12
The no-nonsense, post-punk duo Sleaford Mods deliver biting social commentary over minimalist electronic beats. Their shows are intense, raw, and full of their unique brand of British anger and wit. 📍 O2 Academy, 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW | Ewen Spencer
21. DMAs - February 14
The Australian indie-rock band DMAs are returning to Leeds. Known for their anthemic choruses and Britpop-infused sound, they deliver a massive, crowd-pleasing show. 📍 O2 Academy, 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW | Getty Images
22. The Beaches - February 14
Juno Award-winning Canadian rock band The Beaches bring their high-energy blend of dance rock, indie, and pop-punk to the UK. Catch their dynamic, swagger-filled show fresh off huge success overseas. 📍 Stylus, Leeds University Union, Lifton Pl, Leeds LS2 9JZ | Andrew Chin/Getty Images
23. Militarie Gun - February 14
This exciting American band merges high-octane hardcore punk energy with infectious alt-rock and pop-punk hooks. Catch them on a rapid ascent at the intimate Brudenell. 📍 Brudenell Social Club, 33 Queen's Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 1NY | Nolan Knight
24. The Besnard Lakes - February 15
The Besnard Lakes bring their epic, shimmering brand of Canadian psychedelic shoegaze to the Brudenell. Known for their sprawling soundscapes and huge, cinematic guitar work. 📍 Brudenell Social Club, 33 Queen's Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 1NY | Edd Westmacott/Avalon/Getty Images