It's the season for indoor intimate events, but that doesn't mean nights out need to be boring.
In fact, quite the opposite is true. Some of this month's most exciting events are inside from the chilly northern downpours and are offering a night out to remember.
We're talking drag brunch, all night raves, spooky Halloween specials and much more. Keep reading to find out our top picks for the month, including how to get your hands on tickets before they sell out.
Carl Cox Presents Awesome Soundwave Live
Friday 14 October 2022, 10pm-4am | O2 Academy Leeds, Millenium Square
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British House and Techno DJ Carl Cox will be taking over the O2 Academy all night long. With the DJ Award for Best Techno amongst a whopping 76 competitive awards under his belt, this non-stop night of hits is going to be one to remember.
Tickets cost £15 for students, £32 for general release or a group offer of three for £75 is also available, plus booking fees.
Get tickets for Carl Cox Presents Awesome Soundwave Live on Friday 14 October 2022 here.
You Look Nice: Solardo
Friday 28 October 2022, 11pm - 4am | The Warehouse, Somers Street
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Returning to Leeds for what is being called the city's biggest Halloween show, Solardo will be back in Leeds after a record sell-out show at The Warehouse last year. In the Main Room you'll find Solardo plus MAUR and Ammara, whilst the Loft will host BTAY and Tom Haigh. There's just over 10% of tickets remaining for this one, so make sure you grab tickets whilst you can.
Final tickets are now being sold at £25 each, plus booking fee.
Our House X Federation: Day Of The Dead Halloween Special
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Mint Warehouse, Water Lane, Holbeck
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Playing a fusion of club classics, funky house, nu disco and old skool tunes, the Our House X Federation is set to bring the house down on Halloween special. Themed around the Day of the Dead, the main room will feature funky house and classics from Dale Castell, Rob Tissera, Marc Leaf, Tony Walker, John Marshall and Stuart Robinson whilst the Loft will host Angel Lee and Alice Bailey for an all-night nu disco special.
Final release tickets are available for £20 each, plus booking fee- but be warned, there's less than 5% left.
Get Tickets for Our House X Federation: Day Of The Dead Halloween Special on Saturday 29 October 2022 here.
This Feeling
Saturday 5 November 2022, 7.30pm -11pm | The Lending Room, Woodhouse Lane, Woodhouse
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When Co-frontman of The Libertines Carl Barat has been quoted saying" “If you’re going to see the emergence of a new great band you’ll see them at This Feeling first", you know that you're on to a good thing. Bringing together a night of music spanning from alt-indie to rock and roll, This Feeling will be taking over The Lending Room with Shade, Champagne On The Rocks, Free Party and Red Shakes, next to The Library on Woodhouse Lane and offering the perfect alternative event on Bonfire Night.
Saturday 12 November 2022 | Chow Down, Temple Arches
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Chow Down is back for 2022, and this Winter Village is set to draw crowds with its brand new beer hall and highly anticipated return of drag brunch. Hosted by popular drag queens, there's a show-stopping performance on Saturday 12 November throughout the 12-3pm sitting, that will keep you entertained all afternoon.
Tickets cost £30 for a table of two, £45 for three etc, working out at roughly £15 a head plus booking fee.
Get tickets for Chow Down Drag Brunch on Saturday 12 November here.
To find more events in and around Leeds, including how to book tickets for the best of the city’s up-and-coming live performances, bottomless brunches and more, visit the Skiddle website and click on Leeds Events.
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UB40 at First Direct Arena, Leeds – tickets, times, setlist and more for UK tour
British-based reggae band UB40 are coming to Leeds for a celebration of all their greatest hits live at First Direct Arena.
Formed in Birmingham in the late 70's, this predominantly dub and reggae band has gone onto achieve much success including 50 UK charting singles.
UB40 have also sold over 100 million records as well as keeping a consistent line-up for almost 30 years, before lead vocalist Ali Campbell decided to leave the band.
Now, the band's lead vocalist is former Kioko lead singer Matt Doyle, who's taken on this role since mid-2021 and is ready to soundtrack your night while you enjoy some 'Red Red Wine'.
There's no official setlist confirmed for their latest tour, however, this 11-piece band have played an array of European dates with a pretty consistent roster of tracks:
Here I Am (Come and Take Me)
Maybe Tomorrow
Homely Girl
Sing Our Own Song
One in Ten
Home
Please Don't Make Me Cry
Many Rivers to Cross
Higher Ground
The Way You Do the Things You Do
I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Cherry Oh Baby
Johnny Too Bad
Red Red Wine
Food For Thought
Forever True
Kingston Town
Can't Help Falling in Love
What are the stage times for UB40 in Leeds?
Anyone up for seeing UB40 play out at Leeds' impressive over 13,500 seater First Direct Arena will have to get there a tad early.
Doors will open at 6pm with a gig start time of 6.45pm due to the special guests who will be taking to the stage before them.
Make sure you get down early as you really won't want to miss the phenomenal duo Aswad, as well as standout vocalist Maxi Priest - It really is a reggae revolution.
Located on Dyer Street next to Leeds City Bus Station and approx. 15min walk from first direct arena and is wheelchair friendly.
Support and help for any persons with a disability is available as the station is a registered ‘Safe place’ to come into and ask for assistance.
Nearest Bus Stops
Clay Pit Lane
Wade Lane/Lovell Park Road
Woodhouse Lane
Nearest Train Station
Leeds City Station on New Station Street is around a 15min walk from first direct arena and a major hub on the national, regional and local rail network providing connections to a wide variety of destinations.
Parking
There are over 7,500 car parking spaces within a 15-minute walk of the arena. The arena doesn’t have it’s own car park however there are lots of options nearby. To receive 5% off Q Park when attending a show at first direct arena click here
The nearest Car Park with EV charging is located on Albion Street click here.
None of the above car parks are operated by the arena so for questions, queries or comments we ask that you contact the companies directly.
Hiring Bikes in Leeds
If you’re looking to hire a bike in Leeds, here are some of the best options you can try:
Beryl bikes – you’ll find the ‘Leeds City Bikes’ from Beryl stationed throughout the city. These are all e-bikes, and they’re available to hire on a pay-as-you-go basis. It costs £1 to unlock the bikes, and then 16p per minute to use them. We’d say these are great for zipping around the city and getting from A to B.
Talio – for a wider selection of electric bikes to choose from, Talio based at Buslinthorpe Green is a great option. From this company, you can hire cruiser bikes, mountain bikes, and cargo bikes. Prices start from £20 per day for rental, but if you’re hiring for a month or longer you’ll get a good discount.
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Iconic band Blossoms set for BIG return to Leeds Festival this year
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Stockport-originating band Blossoms have just announced their big return to Leeds Festival, as the four-day music event continues to impress with its stacked line-up.
They might have a 'Joke About Divorce' from time to time but when it comes to entertaining a Leeds Festival crowd, Blossoms take it very seriously, playing at Bramham Park three times in the past decade.
This band have captivated audiences since the rise of standout track 'Charlemagne' and more recently with the addition of their fifth album studio album, Gary, named after an eight-foot-tall gorilla.
Known for always putting on a stellar performance, Tom, Joe, Charlie, Myles and Josh are bringing a brand-new set to Leeds when they pay us a visit this August.
As well as releasing new music, Blossoms are making a big return to Leeds Festival 2026 / Credit: Publicity Picture (Supplied)
Currently, Leeds Festival 2026 has seven headline acts spanning all genres from Dance and EDM to Pop and Rap with the likes of Charli XCX, Raye, Dave and more topping the bill.
The Stockport five-piece are featured alongside three other insane artists as 'Special Guests', appearing next to Skepta, Sombr and Role Model.
Also listed on the line-up are rising stars like R&B vocal powerhouse Skye Newman, pop princess Jade, Merseyside indie rockers The K's and Wigan-formed The Lilacs with more to be announced.
Although nothing is confirmed yet, this upcoming Leeds Festival set from Blossoms will contain high energy and obviously all their biggest and best bangers from across their four chart topping albums as well as new music.
Leeds Festival 2026 is set to be a belter with the addition of Stockport band Blossoms returning for a fourth time / Credit: Publicity Video (Supplied)
Whether you're there for 'Your Girlfriend' or 'What Can I Say After I'm Sorry', one thing's for sure, you're guaranteed to have an absolutely spectacular night.
Blossoms are making their big return to Leeds Festival 2026 which is taking place from 27 to 30 August at Bramham Park with tickets live HERE.
Sophie Smith -
13th October 2022 
