What's on in Leeds? Madness, Inspiral Carpets, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and the rest of this weekend's gigs
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A look ahead to this weekend’s biggest concerts in the city - from post-punk revival to good old two-tone.
- From British two-tone greats to the return of pop-punk favourites, this weekend in Leeds is once again packed with incredible concerts.
- Be it at the giant First Direct Bank Arena to the bespoke delights of Hyde Park Book Club, there is almost something for everyone as Christmas approaches.
- Here’s what’s coming up in the city this weekend, and some of our highlights of the weekend ahead.
Don’t let the idea that Christmas is a mere week and a bit away give you the impression that concerts coming to Leeds are slowing down - if this weekend is anything to attest, they only seem to be getting busier and busier.
With the Leeds Christmas Market in full swing, the city centre is once again going to be swarming with visitors, and while some might be content with having a look around the stalls, others might be looking for something else to occupy their time in the evening. Somewhere warm, at least.
Will packed out and sweaty suffice then?
From multi-band events taking place at the hallowed Brudenell Social Club, to the return of Neck Deep to The Key Club, we’ve pulled out some of this weekend’s biggest events, many of which still with tickets remaining for that last-minute decision you decide upon.
Those tickets can be picked up either from Ticketmaster or Ticketweb, but if you are in the city centre, you could also pop into Jumbo Records or Crash Records and pick up a ticket from their box offices (where applicable), and maybe even treat yourself to some new music for the festive season.
But what are the four huge shows that caught our eye in the city this weekend - spoiler alert, it was a very hard four to pick this week!
This weekend’s top concert picks
![[Clockwise from left] Madness, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Inspiral Carpets and Duckwrth are just some of the gigs taking place in Leeds this weekend.](https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2025/12/11/13/29/gigs-in-leeds-weekend-hero-december-12-to-14-2025.png?crop=3:2,smart&trim=&width=640&quality=65)
Madness - First Direct Bank Arena (Friday)
The Nutty Boys are back, bringing their high-energy "Hits Parade" tour to the city's biggest stage. Madness is renowned for a raucous, celebratory set, and their appearance is guaranteed to be one of the biggest parties of the year.
Expect an avalanche of iconic singles like Our House, Baggy Trousers, and One Step Beyond. The show is made even more unmissable by the confirmed attendance of New Wave legends Squeeze as special guests.
Inspiral Carpets - O2 Academy Leeds (Friday)
A vital component of the infamous 'Madchester' movement, Inspiral Carpets are back on the road and ready to flood the Academy with their distinctive sound, built around Clint Boon's signature farfisa organ.
Known for classics like This Is How It Feels and Saturn 5, their return to the stage is a celebratory affair and a must for fans of 90s alternative rock. Expect a non-stop, sing-along atmosphere - and maybe catch them out and about in Leeds?
Duckwrth - Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen (Friday)
For fans of modern, genre-bending music, Duckwrth is the essential Friday night pick. The Los Angeles artist (Jared Lee) is known for seamlessly blending hip-hop, funk, R&B, and rock, creating a unique sound that is critically acclaimed.
Playing the intimate and prestigious Belgrave, this is a chance to see one of US music's most dynamic and stylish performers in a focused setting. Expect an energetic, eclectic show.
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club- O2 Academy Leeds (Saturday)
The atmospheric US garage rockers headline Saturday, celebrating the 20th Anniversary of their landmark Howl album. Known for blending fuzzy, shoegaze rock with blues and folk elements, BRMC will deliver a powerful, mood-drenched set.
This tour offers a unique chance to hear the fan-favourite Howl material alongside classics like Spread Your Love. A must-see for devotees of raw, powerful rock and roll.
Gigs in Leeds this weekend - December 13 - 15
Friday
- Madness & Special Guest Squeeze - First Direct Bank Arena
- Inspiral Carpets - O2 Academy Leeds
- Big Country + Special Guest Toyah - Project House
- Duckwrth - Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen
- Caskets - Leeds University Stylus
- King No-One - Brudenell Social Club
- The 113 (UK), bela spit and MINCE - Brudenell Social Club
- Swiftogeddon - The Taylor Swift Themed Club Night - Belgrave Music Hall
- Luke Dean, Enzo Siragusa, Locky, Annie Errez, and Bobby ODonnell (Club Night) - Mint Warehouse
- Bonneville - Sofar Sounds
Saturday
- Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - O2 Academy Leeds
- Leeds Punk Rock Xmas 12 (Feat. Hard Skin, Dirt Box Disco and more) - Brudenell Social Club
- Cud - Brudenell Social Club
- ThxSoMch and ALEXSUCKS - The Key Club
- Ashley Henry and Greg Surmacz - Headrow House
- Sean Noonan - Hyde Park Book Club
- DXNBY - Under the Arches
- Lonan, Kinaara and Lilian - The Arches Social
Sunday
- Neck Deep - O2 Academy Leeds
- Cryw**k, Johnny Foreigner, Sparky Deathcap and more - Brudenell Social Club
- Sea Fever - Hyde Park Book Club
- Static Lives, Mango In Euphoria and Twin Size - Wharf Chambers (Wharf Chambers membership required)
- The Flukes - The Grove Inn
- Janice Burns & Jon Doran - Horse & Farrier, Otley, UK
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