Here's your guide on where to spend Bonfire Night in Leeds this year.
After the council-led Bonfire Night events were cancelled for another year, local sports clubs, pubs and community-run spaces have been opening up Bonfire Night events aplenty.
With the night itself only a few short weeks away, pre-booked tickets have been flying off the shelves, so we advise acting fast so you don't miss out.
Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about the upcoming Bonfire Night events in Leeds, including where to find them and how to buy ticket.
The Hunslet Club
Friday 3 November | Free
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This completely free event is kicking off the festivities with neon face painting, a BBQ and of course a fantastic display of fireworks. Gates open from 6pm.
Beck and Call
Friday 3 November | Adults £7, children £5
Beck and Call are hosting two family-friendly displays this year, one at 3:30 and one at 6:30pm. Expect delicious food and drink as well as market stalls.
Fulneck Golf Club
Saturday 4 November | Adults £5, children £3
Gather and watch the two displays at Fulneck Golf Club and be surrounded by wonderful live music. You can buy your tickets here.
Moortown RUFC
Saturday 4 November | Adults £6, children £4
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What’s dubbed as “Probably the BEST Fireworks display in the North”, Moortown Fireworks Extravaganza is going to be one of the biggest events in the city, given the professional display has been going for some 30 years now.
The Mustard Pot
Saturday 4 November | £10 per person, food included
Is there anything better than a warming pie and peas in this weather? No, and The Mustard Pot will be serving this up whilst you watch the show and it's all included in the ticket price. What a winner.
Hare and Hounds
Sunday 5 November | Table £30, standing £5
There'll be no fireworks at this event but that won't stop the fun. Expect a roaring bonfire, fire dancers, delicious food and drink and loads more.
Get ready to enjoy a taste of the Caribbean as Jerk Junction is gearing up to open in Leeds.
The street food favourite has made waves in the foodie scene over in Manchester and Liverpool, so it's only right that its making its way into Trinity Kitchen.
Jerk Junction specialises in authentic Caribbean flavours, from dumplings and jerk chicken to curried goat and rice and peas, it's all flame-grilled and packed with island spices.
It is expected to open this spring.
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Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “We’re so excited to be welcoming Jerk Junction to Trinity Kitchen and we’re sure it will prove very popular. Bringing an authentic Caribbean flavour to Leeds, it’s the perfect new addition and complements our already stellar line-up of street food vendors.”
Jake Shaffi, founder at Jerk Junction, said: “Jerk Junction is all about real Caribbean food and culture. Everything we do is rooted in Jamaican tradition, from bold spices and authentic cooking to dishes that bring people together.
“For us, food is family. From our kitchen to every person who comes to our counter, we want people to feel the warmth, the energy and the spirit of the islands. We can’t wait to bring those authentic flavours and good vibes to Trinity Kitchen.”
The announcement follows news that the UK’s largest independent boutique bowling brand Lane7, and footwear retailers schuh and Footasylum, would be opening at Trinity Leeds later this year, whilst the LEGO Store will be relocating to a larger space within the shopping centre.
Posting to their social media, The Maven said: "When news broke The Maven could close its doors at the end of March, the reaction across the city was immediate. The response from customers, bartenders, and hospitality operators showed just how much this bar means to Leeds.
"For nearly 15 years, The Maven has been one of the city’s most loved cocktail destinations and a true institution within the local bar scene.
"When we told you about its potential closure we were flooded with support and interest from across the hospitality community. In the days that followed, several Leeds-based operators stepped forward with genuine offers to buy the venue and keep the bar alive.
"At a time when our industry is too often filled with stories of closures, today brings a little hope - a story about a community stepping up to protect something it values.
"The reports that The Maven would close at the end of March are now firmly in the past: The Maven Lives.
"Thanks to the passion of the Leeds hospitality community and the loyalty of its guests, the bar will continue to be part of the city’s nightlife story. More details about the next chapter for The Maven will be shared soon."
Clementine Hall -
26th October 2023 
