Admittedly, though, for a while there, it felt like the ‘Leeds skip’ had become a standard tour requirement, with the city’s music fans often left staring at a Manchester or Halifax-shaped hole in their favourite artists' schedules.
But looking ahead to the concerts coming to the city in March, we’re in for an incredibly eclectic mixture of talent over the next few weeks.
The spoils are ours, as they say.
From arena-filling icons to the gritty, intimate showcases that define the city's DIY spirit, Leeds is reclaiming its spot on the map with a bumper schedule that leaves no genre behind - and with tickets still available from Ticketmaster, See Tickets or from the likes of Jumbo Records and Crash Records, you might be finding yourself out and about a few times in just one week.
Here are our picks of 45 concerts not worth getting a case of FOMO over across March 2026.
31. GEESE (March 22)
Following a venue upgrade from Project House due to high demand, New York’s Geese bring their transformative third album, Getting Killed, to the O2 Academy. Their sound has evolved from post-punk beginnings into a fearless, psychedelic fusion that balances intense anger with a disarming new tenderness. 🎶 O2 Academy Leeds, 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW | Lewis Evans
32. Danny Brown (March 23)
The Detroit rap pioneer returns for his first Leeds headline show in nearly a decade, celebrating his latest genre-bending album, Stardust. Known for his high-pitched, manic flow and experimental production, Brown remains one of the most uncompromising and electric performers in modern hip-hop. 🎶 Project House, Armley Rd, Leeds LS12 2DR | Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for Pandora
33. Waterparks (March 23)
High-energy pop-rock outfit Waterparks bring their technicolour stage show to Leeds as part of their massive European tour. Led by the charismatic Awsten Knight, the band is known for their frantic, fan-focused performances and a sound that effortlessly bridges the gap between pop-punk and electro-pop. 🎶 O2 Academy Leeds, 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW | Waterparks
34. Kofi Stone (March 23)
Blending 90s boom-bap nostalgia with a modern British perspective, Kofi Stone brings his soulful, character-driven rap to the Brudenell. His debut album Nobody Cares Till Everybody Does established him as a master storyteller, and his live set is a masterclass in classic hip-hop lyricism. 🎶 Brudenell Social Club, 33 Queen's Rd, Leeds LS6 1NY | Provided
35. Scouting For Girls (March 24)
The indie-pop trio return to the O2 Academy for a night of generation-bridging anthems. Celebrating nearly two decades of hits like 'She’s So Lovely' and 'Elvis Ain't Dead,' the band continues to be one of the UK's most reliable live acts for pure, unadulterated singalong fun. 🎶 O2 Academy Leeds, 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW | Getty Images
36. October London (March 24)
Bringing the smooth, classic soul sound of the 21st century to The Wardrobe, October London’s "The Love Language Tour" is a must-see for R&B purists. Often compared to Marvin Gaye for his vocal range and warmth, London’s live show is an intimate masterclass in contemporary soul. 🎶 Wardrobe, 6 St Peter's Square, Leeds LS9 8AH | Getty Images