While many are feeling blessed by the continuing warm weather in Leeds as we approach the month's second bank holiday, spare a thought for those who might have exhausted their ideas already - or are frantically planning for the half-term break next week.
We know - it comes around too quickly, doesn’t it?
Thankfully, to keep the whole family entertained over the long weekend, there are a host of events taking place across the city. From massive music festivals to immersive art installations, many of them will cost you nothing more than the time and effort to get there.
We’ve scoured local listings to bring you nine activities for (almost) all the family to enjoy this upcoming bank holiday weekend.
And for those already dreading the school holidays, do not fret - we’ll have you completely covered for that, too.
For now, though, here are nine brilliant activities taking place over the Late May Bank Holiday weekend to help entertain every age in your household. ce over the Late May Bank Holiday weekend to help occupy every age in your household.
7. Great British Food Festival at Harewood House (May 25)
A full-day family option combining independent street food stalls, live chef demonstrations, artisan markets, and live music with access to the wider estate. Children can also enjoy dedicated entertainment areas, including mini-cookery classes and giant lawn games. | Local Library
8. BOOMCHIKKABOOM at Belgrave Music Hall (May 25)
A high-energy, half-term family rave packed with dance routines, bubbles, and a snow machine, set to a soundtrack designed to entertain both kids and adults. The venue’s resident kitchens will be serving up their famous fresh pizza slices and burgers to fuel the dancing. | Local Library
9. Bank Holiday Market at Left Bank Leeds (May 25)
A creative community market celebrating local independent makers, focusing heavily on books, illustration, zines, and original paper goods alongside a craft café bar. It offers an incredibly welcoming, relaxed atmosphere to chat with local arti | Steve Riding