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The best live concerts, gigs and live performances across Yorkshire this month | April 2023

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Sophie Smith Sophie Smith - 29th March 2023

Mimi Webb, Midge Ure, Inspiral Carpets, Sam Smith, James Haskell, James, and so many more.

Whether you're looking for a night of dancing, comedy, new artist or international star - we've got you covered this month.

Rounding up 13 of the most exciting music nights to hit our stages, theatres and venues across three cities, there's everything from pop, punk and podasting to choose from...

FIREDANCE

Saturday 1 April 2023 |  Sheffield Town Hall, Sheffield

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What: If you can’t wait until winter for another round of Strictly Come Dancing, FIREDANCE is the perfect performance to head to this month. Touring to fill that passion-fuelled night of dancing that’s been missing from our lives. Expect “sizzling dancers and mesmerising fire specialists in a captivating dance-off inspired by the timeless movie blockbusters Romeo and Juliet, Moulin Rouge, Carmen and West Side Story” from Karen and Gorka.

Where: Pinstone Street, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2HH

Tickets: still available from £29 on See Tickets here.

James Haskell

Thursday 6 April 2023 | City Varieties, Leeds

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What: The rugby star turned podcaster and author of Sunday Times Bestselling book 'What A Flanker', James Haskell will be telling all at City Varieties this month. The show will see Haskell talk about everything from his 'mischievous' school days to playing around the world as a professional rugby player, including at Wasps, Northampton, Stade Francais, The Ricoh Black Rams, and The Highlanders.

Where: City Varieties, Swan Street, Leeds LS1 6LW

Tickets: Tickets cost £29.50 and are available from the Leeds Grand Theatre website here.

Billie Marten

Friday 7 April 2023 | Vinyl Whistle, Headingley, Leeds

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What: Back with her fourth album Drop Cherries, Billie Marten is embarking on an intimate record store tour, including a stop at Headingley's own Vinyl Whistle.

Where: Vinyl Whistle, Otley Road, Headingley, LS6 3

Tickets: Start at £8 and go up to £28, depending on whether or not you purchase an album. All tickets are available on the Vinyl Whistle website here.

Additional Yorkshire dates: Bille Marten is also playing at the Brudenell Social club on Saturday 20 May, tickets are still available via See Tickets here.

Inspiral Carpets

Saturday 8 April 2023 | O2 Academy, Millennium Square, Leeds

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What: 40 years on from the Madchester movement that saw the Inspiral Carpets soar to success, the band are back on the road with a series of hits to play.

Where: O2 Academy Leeds

Tickets: Still available and cost £29.15 each via See Tickets.

Additional Yorkshire dates: Inspiral Carpets will also play Sheffield's O2 Academy on Friday 14 April. Tickets have sold out but you can join the waitlist on See Tickets here.

Sam Smith

Wednesday 12 April 2023 | Utilita Arena, Sheffield

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What: From featuring on Disclosure's breakthrough single Latch in 2012, Sam Smith has produced four albums in the past decade, with the 2023 Gloria being the most recent. The third of the singer songwriters tour is set to bring the artists' best hits to date, as well as plenty of tracks from their latest album.

Where: Utilita Arena, 45 Broughton Lane, Sheffield S9 2DF

Tickets: Still available, starting from £40.85 via See Tickets here.

Leith Ross

Thursday 13 April 2023 | The Wardrobe, St Peter's Square, Leeds

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What: Canadian singer songwriter Leith Ross is touring across North America, Europe and the UK. 'We’ll Never Have Sex', their single has seen the artists shoot to success with a whopping 37 million Spotify streams, 1 million video views.

Where: The Wardrobe, St Peter's Square, Leeds LS9 8AH

Tickets: Have sold out, but you can join the waitlist on See Tickets here.

Mimi Webb

Friday 14 April - Saturday 15 April 2023 | O2 Academy Leeds and Sheffield

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What: Racking up 730 million global streams in just two years, including from hit singles House on Fire and Good Without, Mimi Webb has seen the backing of the likes of British Vogue, Rolling Stone, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Billboard to name a few.

Where: O2 Academy Leeds, Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW

Tickets: sold out at present, but you can find the waitlist on See Tickets here.

Additional Yorkshire dates: You can also catch Mimi Webb at the O2 Academy Sheffield on Friday 14 April 2023, with tickets available on Ticketmaster here or via the See Tickets waitlist here.

Little Planets

Saturday 15 April 2023 | The Lending Room, Woodhouse, Leeds

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What: With what will be their biggest show yet, Alt Pop band and housemates, Little Planets, are headlining The Lending Rooms, in the heart of their home city, Leeds. Ahead of their anticipated first EP release, the pop group will be playing familiar favourites such as Silent and Everytime, alongside new, unreleased tunes.

Where: The Lending Room, 229 Woodhouse Lane, Woodhouse, Leeds LS2 3AP

Tickets: Cost £6.60 each (what a bargain) and are available via See Tickets here.

Midge Ure

Monday 24 April 2023 | Sheffield City Hall, Sheffield

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What: After bringing us 'The 1980 Tour' in 2019, Midge Ure is back on the road with the Voice and Visions tour to celebrate 40 years of the Ultravox’s Rage In Edenand Quartet albums.

Where: Pinstone Street, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2HH

Tickets: The last remaining tickets are on sale for £34.85 via See Tickets here.

Michael Buble

Monday 24 April 2023 | First Direct Arena, Leeds

What: Michael Buble is for life, not just for Christmas – and he’ll prove it when he pops into town with his new album and tour.

Where: First Direct Arena, Arena Way, LS2 8BY

Tickets: They’re starting from £87.50 at Ticketmaster.

Olly Murs

Friday 28 April 2023 | First Direct Arena, Leeds

What: Olly Murs is back (he stepped back from the music industry for four years but remained on our screens with his TV career) with a new album and a massive UK arena tour. The X Factor alumni will be heading up to Leeds in 2023 with a gig in support of his new album Marry Me.

Where: First Direct Arena, Arena Way, LS2 8BY

Tickets: Between £32.50 and £59.50 at See Tickets, with good availability.

The James Orchestral Tour

Monday 28 April 2023 | York Barbican, York

What: James are back, this time with a full orchestra, and heading over to York Barbican in celebration of their 40th anniversary and double album. They’ll also have a gospel choir and new versions of their greatest hits, fan favourites and deep cuts.

Where: York Barbican, Paragon Street, York, YO10 4AH.

Tickets: Currently sold out but waiting list open at See Tickets.

10 Years of Sempiternal Party

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Sunday 30 April 2023 | The Leadmill, Sheffield

What: Sheffield emo legends Bring Me The Horizon are celebrating a decade of The House of Wolves and Can You Feel My Heart?, Sempiternal turns ten and there's a night-long party to celebrate in the city that started it all.

Where: The Leadmill, 6 Leadmill Rd, Sheffield S1 4SE

Tickets: Available on See Tickets for £7.70 each.

Gigs just announced and later this year

Now the above 15 artists may all be performing this month, but there's still plenty coming to Leeds, Sheffield, York and beyond later this year. Here's a selection of artists that have announced new tours around Yorkshire, and all the information you need to buy tickets...

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10 of the biggest live gigs coming to Leeds next year | 2026

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Leeds has some fantastic live music lined up next year, so we've rounded up 10 of the biggest concerts coming in 2026.

If there's two things that go hand-in-hand, it's Leeds and live music, so it'll come as no surprise that 2026 is shaping up to be another cracking year of gigs and concerts for the city.

No matter whether your ideal concert experience is a little boogie or some hardcore head-banging, this list has got you covered with a wide range of acts and artists.

It's been a brilliant year of live music this past year, but there's plenty more big names making their way to Leeds next year, so without further ado, here's 10 of the biggest gigs coming in 2026.

10 of the biggest live gigs coming to Leeds next year | 2026

Cast - The Wardrobe (Thursday 29 January)

Cast are gearing up to play a headline show at Leeds music venue The Wardrobe in January / Credit: Press Shot (via supplied)
Cast are gearing up to play a headline show at Leeds music venue The Wardrobe in January / Credit: Press Shot (via supplied)

After opening for Oasis earlier this summer one their Oasis Live '25 reunion tour dates, the Liverpool indie rockers are putting on a headline gig right here in Leeds.

Cast have chosen The Wardrobe as their latest live music spot, and they're ready for you to 'Live The Dream' with them when they play out in January.

If their support slot for Oasis is anything to go by, there's a lot of love for these rock legends. This gig will be one to remember, and you can find tickets HERE.

Miles Kane - Project House (Thursday 5 February)

Whether you know him from his stint in The Rascals, alongside Alex Turner as co-frontman of The Last Shadow Puppets, or simply from his solo work, Kane's career is nothing short of remarkable.

His latest discography addition Sunlight In The Shadows dropped in October and features huge numbers like 'Love Is Cruel' and 'Without You'.

Fans will also be hoping he plays tracks from his 2011 album Colour of the Trap, with its hits including 'Rearrange' and 'Come Closer' when he visits in February. Get tickets HERE.

Bob Vylan - O2 Academy Leeds (Saturday 7 February)

The Bobs, better known as Bob Vylan, are expected to raise the roof at O2 Academy Leeds next year / Credit: Ki Price(via supplied)
The Bobs, better known as Bob Vylan, are expected to raise the roof at O2 Academy Leeds next year / Credit: Ki Price (via supplied)

London punk rap duo Bob Vylan released their first project Dread in 2019 with a full-length album We Live Here releasing one year later.

Since then, Bobbie and Bobby have released an array of singles including 'Makes Me Violent', 'Dream Bigger', and 'Sick Sad World'.

The alternative rappers garnered widespread attention after their Glastonbury performance this year with their songs addressing a number of social and political issues, such as racism and economic hardship. You can get tickets HERE.

The Beaches - Stylus, Leeds University Union (Saturday 14 February)

Canadian four-piece The Beaches are coming to Leeds and ready to rock out at Stylus / Credit: Press Shot (via supplied)
Canadian four-piece The Beaches are coming to Leeds and ready to rock out at Stylus / Credit:
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The 'Last Girls At The Party' are heading to Stylus to play tracks from their latest project No Hard Feelings, as well as a couple other hits.

Comprised of sisters Kylie and Jordan Miller alongside fellow bandmates Eliza and Leandra, The Beaches have been dropping bangers for quite a few years now.

The Canadian four-piece always put on a good show, and if you haven't joined The Beaches hype train yet, then we recommend the songs 'Blame Brett' and 'Edge of the Earth' to get you started. Find tickets HERE.

Chesney Hawkes - Brudenell Social Club (Thursday 12 March)

English singer Chesney Hawkes has chosen 'The One and Only' Brudenell Social Club to host his upcoming Leeds gig.

Hawkes became a recent frequent face on our screens after his appearance as a housemate on Celebrity Big Brother, and now he's about to become a frequent UK music venue player too with his new Smash It To Pieces Tour.

His most recent release, Living Arrows, dropped back in April and you can expect this 90s icon to command the Leeds crowd with all his usual charm. Get tickets HERE.

Brooke Combe - The Wardrobe (Thursday 2 April)

After supporting pop icon Lionel Richie on his Say Hello to the Hits tour, Combe is headlining her own show and she's bringing it to one of Leeds' staple music institutions, The Wardrobe.

She's touring up and down the country, including in Wigan, Preston, and Blackpool to name a few, and has kindly decided to bless Leeds with her bouncy and upbeat tracks too.

Get ready to be 'Dancing At The Edge Of The World' when the soul singer-songwriter plays out her cathartic tunes to this packed out Leeds city centre gig hotspot. You can grab tickets HERE.

Jessie J - O2 Academy Leeds (Saturday 11 April)

Expect incredible vocals and stage presence when Jessie J visits O2 Academy Leeds / Credit: Press Shot (via supplied)
Expect incredible vocals and stage presence when Jessie J visits O2 Academy Leeds / Credit:
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Stomp, stomp she's arrived. UK pop heavyweight Jessie J is making her way to Leeds on the back of her self-released LP Don't Tease Me With a Good Time.

The 'Price Tag' songwriter has soundtracked the 2010s with radio hits spanning from 'Do It Like A Dude' and 'Domino', to 'Who's Laughing Now' and 'Bang Bang' - a triple-billed hit alongside Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj.

Earlier this year, Jessie J announced her recent breast cancer diagnosis saying it has inspired her to live life to the fullest. Now, the Brit vocalist is heading out on the road again and ready to thrill UK crowds.

Get tickets HERE.

Rick Astley - First Direct Arena (Saturday 18 April)

80s pop sensation Rick Astley is returning to Leeds for a stellar First Direct Arena show / Credit: Peter Neill (via supplied)
80s pop sensation Rick Astley is returning to Leeds for a stellar First Direct Arena show / Credit: Peter Neill (via supplied)

First Direct Arena is about to 'Keep Singing' because 80s chart-topper Rick Astley is heading to this major venue in April.

This arena has welcomed the 'Never Gonna Give You Up' singer countless times, most recently in February when he surprised fans with some covers of modern-day tracks like 'As It Was' by Harry Styles.

The Newton-le-Willows star and First Direct Arena are destined to be 'Together Forever', and you can witness him live on The Reflections Tour by getting tickets HERE.

Lily Allen - First Direct Arena (Sunday 21 June)

Lily Allen is coming to Leeds next Summer playing at First Direct Arena / Credit: Charlie Denis (via supplied)
Lily Allen is coming to Leeds next Summer playing at First Direct Arena / Credit: Charlie Denis (via supplied)

Get ready for an electric night when Lily Allen performs West End Girl as part of her biggest headline tour of her career.

Allen is getting ready to turn First Direct Arena into her pop-up 'P*ssy Palace' for one night only next summer.

The London star announced her arena tour after selling out a string of theatre dates one week prior. We expect this Leeds show to be just as exceptional, the only thing we don't know is "Who's Madeline?". Tickets are HERE.

Jane McDonald - First Direct Arena (Saturday 26 September)

Jane McDonald is gracing the Leeds crowd at First Direct Arena in September 2026/ Credit: Matt Crockett (via supplied)
Jane McDonald is gracing the Leeds crowd at First Direct Arena in September 2026 / Credit: Matt Crockett (via supplied)

Wakefield's finest Jane McDonald is also embarking on one of the biggest tours of her career too with the release of her new album Living The Dream.

The national treasure has amassed four UK top 10 albums, with her self-titled debut album spending three weeks at the top spot.

Expect to be out of your seat and singing along to quite a few hits when McDonald returns to First Direct Arena next autumn, and you can grab your seat HERE.

Read more: 10 of the best gigs and concerts we saw in Leeds this year | 2025

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Peter Kay announces final Leeds show on historic run – with all profits going to cancer charities

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Peter Kay has announced some final arena shows, including one in Leeds, and he’s donating all profits to cancer charities.

The Bolton-born comedy legend will be playing one more night at the First Direct Arena as well as extra dates at The O2 in London, The AO Arena in Manchester and plenty more.

What sets these arena shows apart from his record-breaking run, which has seen him sell out arenas for four years now, is that all the profits will be going straight to charity.

Peter Kay has pledged that ‘every single penny’ from his final dates will be going to 12 leading cancer charities.

These will include Children With Cancer UK, the Teenage Cancer Trust, plus charities dedicated to 10 different types of adult cancer.

Peter Kay holds the record as the only artist in the world to have performed a monthly residency at the O2, and has performed more than 100 shows on this tour in his hometown, at the AO Arena in Manchester.

The star made the announcement on BBC’s The One Show last night.

Speaking of the announcement, he said: “It’s been the greatest privilege of my life to perform for audiences up and down the country.

“I’ve been completely overwhelmed by the support over the years, and it feels right to give something back. Every single penny of profit from these final shows will go to help fight cancer and support those affected.

“Unfortunately, just about everyone knows someone who’s been affected by one of the cancers on that list.

“I really hope people can get behind this – come out, have a great night, share a few laughs, and do something good for charity at the same time. It’s a win–win.

“You don’t even have to like me – raising money for these twelve charities goes far beyond that. Together, we really can make a difference.”

Peter Kay will perform one more night at the First Direct Bank Arena on Friday 24 July 2026 and you can get your tickets HERE.

Tickets will go on sale from 10am on Sunday 30 November 

The cancer charities Peter Kay will donate his final profits to are:

  • Children With Cancer UK
  • Teenage Cancer Trust
  • Kidney Cancer UK
  • Blood Cancer UK
  • Bowel Cancer UK
  • Prostate Cancer UK
  • DKMS
  • Ovarian Cancer Action
  • Pancreatic Cancer UK
  • Anthony Nolan
  • The Brain Tumour Charity
  • Breast Cancer UK

Peter Kay final show dates in full

  • Newcastle – Utilita Arena – Sunday 8 March
  • Nottingham – Motorpoint Arena – Friday 20 March
  • Glasgow – OVO Hydro – Friday 3 April
  • Dublin – 3 Arena – Thursday 16 April
  • Birmingham – Utilita Arena – Friday 1 May
  • Belfast – SSE Arena – Thursday 4 June
  • Liverpool – M&S Bank Arena – Friday 19 June
  • Sheffield – Utilita Arena – Saturday 20 June
  • Leeds – First Direct Bank Arena – Friday 24 July
  • London – The O2 – Friday 7 August
  • Manchester – AO Arena – Saturday 8 August

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