An outdoor cinema pop-up is making its way back to Leeds city centre this year for some summer dates, screening cult classics.
Cinema on the Square has become a favourite in our calendar now, partly due to the fact they play some of the best and most iconic films of all time - and this year is no exception.
Year in and year out, this outdoor cinema pop-up knows how to captivate its audiences, with last year’s bill featuring the likes of Barbie, Wonka, and Moulin Rouge.
Now, Cinema on the Square is back with a stacked roster of films that are instant crowd-pleasers.
Of course, Cinema on the Square had to screen Miffy’s Adventures Big and Small, especially since the cute bunny and all her friends have taken over Leeds City Museum.
Another film which is set to guarantee a large crowd is pop culture phenomenon Wicked, and it’s not just any old screening of this movie musical - it’s a sing-along.
If that’s not enough singing for you, how about chanting all the words to ‘We Don’t Talk About Bruno’ too? That’s right, Disney’s animated musical Encanto is also playing this summer.
An outdoor summer cinema is returning to Millennium Square in Leeds city centre this summer
The 80s is often cited as the best decade for music, and now you have a chance to relive your youth, or experience it for the first time, with Desperately Seeking Susan starring Madonna.
Or why not broaden your knowledge on mountaineering through gripping docudrama Touching The Void, which follows an incredible and captivating survival story.
There’s more than 15 different films playing out across Millennium Square from Thursday 31 July to Sunday 3 August.
Cinema on the Square is taking place right here in Leeds city centre and anyone after tickets to one of the screenings or more can find all the information HERE.
Expect live music, a load of craic and plenty of Guinness at Leeds' brand-new bar.
Opening on Leeds' bustling Merrion Street, 'Love, Jackie' is the latest concept from the team behind Roxy Ball Room and King Pins.
Love, Jackie will be taking over a 7,000 sq ft space,and will be promising proper prints, late nights and plenty of Irish charm.
Pouring will be the holy trinity of Irish stouts - Guinness, Beamish and Murphy's.
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These will be served alongside Leeds' own Kirkstall Virtuous IPA and a vast whiskey selection that celebrates the best of Ireland.
Games wise, try your hand at crazy pool, interactive darts, shuffleboard and karaoke. There will also be live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
The opening comes as Merrion Street enjoys a new wave of investment and hospitality openings, helping bring new life to one of Leeds' best known night life attractions.
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Matt Jones, CEO of Professionals at Play, said: “Everyone knows a Jackie. She’s the one who gets everyone together, convinces you to stay for another and makes sure there’s never a dull moment.
“We wanted to create a pub with that same personality. Somewhere with brilliant drinks, live music, plenty of games and the kind of atmosphere that makes you forget you were only popping in for one.
“Merrion Street is coming back to life, and we’re excited to be part of its next chapter. We think Jackie will fit right in. And because Jackie’s never been one to turn up empty-handed, the first drink’s on her."
We'll keep you updated on opening times as and when we find out, but for now you can sign up here for a pint of free Guinness. Cheers to that!
M&S launches massive recruitment drive in Leeds with hundreds of jobs available
Emily Sergeant
M&S has launched a massive recruitment drive across Yorkshire.
With the festive season fast approaching, and most British stores having already unveiled their Christmas ranges for 2026, one of the country’s largest brands has launched a massive UK-wide seasonal recruitment drives to gear up for what is always one of the busiest times of the year for the retail industry.
M&S has announced it will recruit for plenty of new colleagues across the UK.
As mentioned Christmas is one of the busiest moments of the year for M&S, and seasonal colleagues play a ‘vital’ part in delivering that.
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New recruits will be tasked with helping M&S deliver a ‘brilliant’ service for customers.
Stores with vacancies span the whole of Leeds - including city centre, Moortown, Crown Point, White Rose Shopping Centre and Pudsey.
M&S says the roles are ‘fast-moving and hands-on’, with colleagues required to work together to make sure customers still get the very best of M&S, even at its busiest.
The roles will pay £13.41 per hour, with successful applicants receiving the training, tools and support needed to get up to speed quickly.
“We can’t wait to welcome over 300 new colleagues to our store teams here in Greater Manchester,” commented Zeba Khan, who is the Regional Manager at M&S.
“As we get ready for our busiest time of year, it’s a great opportunity to join us and help bring a magical M&S Christmas to our customers.
“We have a range of opportunities available, whether joining our city centre flagship or our fresh market-style foodhalls. We’re looking for colleagues who are passionate about delivering great customer service and being part of a team.”
Fancy it then? Applications are now open, and you can find out more and apply on the M&S Christmas careers page here.
Thomas Melia -
19th June 2025 
