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Lily Allen at First Direct Arena, Leeds – tickets, setlist, stage times and more

West End Girl, it's finally time

The Hoot The Hoot - 19th June 2026

Following one of the most iconic returns to music late last year, Lily Allen is heading to Leeds with her West End Girl UK tour.

The 'Nonmonogamummy' herself will be performing at the First Direct Arena in Leeds this weekend, following a run of intimate gig dates up and down the country earlier this year.

The demand for this British pop star to add more dates was inevitable and that's exactly what Allen did, as she now kicks off an arena tour across the UK.

Once wasn’t ‘Just Enough', and we've been blessed new Lily Allen dates, including her gig at the First Direct Arena in Leeds on Sunday 21 June.

Although the 'Smile' singer refrains from playing some of her older smash hits, this gig is still remarkable, with the Hammersmith-born singer performing the previously mentioned tongue-in-cheek LP in full.

Meet us at the ‘Pussy Palace’ for an evening of messy lyrics and quality vocals, fulfilling all of our nosey desires, she even provides text receipts for us to read.

Expect to feel like you’re having your friend relay the truth about their toxic relationship post-break up and then celebrating them finally leaving that loser - Lily just gets us. 

Gig Guide | Lily Allen at First Direct Arena, Leeds

Lily Allen returns to Leeds for a gig at First Direct Arena. Credit: Henry Redcliffe

Lily Allen UK tour dates

  • 16 June – Newcastle Utilita Arena
  • 17 June – Glasgow OVO Hydro
  • 19 June – Manchester AO Arena
  • 20 June– Manchester AO Arena
  • 21 June – Leeds First Direct Bank Arena
  • 23 June – Nottingham Motorpoint Arena
  • 24 June – Cardiff Utilita Arena
  • 26 June – Birmingham BP Pulse Live
  • 27 June – London The O2
  • 30 June – Dublin 3Arena

Are there tickets left for Lily Allen at First Direct Arena?

Yes and it’d be a real ‘Shame For You’ to miss out on this one.

On Sunday 21 June you can get seats for £49.85, £66.35, or £88.35, or standing tickets for £66.35 - see the latest HERE.

Seriously, ‘What You Waiting For?’ - get it booked.

Support act for Lily Allen in Leeds

Lily's gone for a rather novel support act on her West End Girl tour, which is proving to be quite a laugh at arenas so far.

She's pulled in Dallas Minor Trio to warm up the crowds, a trio of cellists who perform a setlist of Lily Allen's biggest hits from through the years.

And if that's not enough, they put the lyrics on screen too, so it's like a true karaoke moment.

Lily Allen setlist for 2026 tour

The show ‘Lily Allen Performs West End Girl‘ will see the singer/songwriter play her brand-new album in its entirety, in the order the songs appear on the record:

  • West End Girl
  • Ruminating
  • Sleepwalking
  • Tennis
  • Madeline
  • Relapse
  • Pussy Palace
  • 4chan Stan
  • Nonmonogamummy
  • Just Enough
  • Dallas Major
  • Beg For Me
  • Let You W/In
  • Fruityloop

Stage times for Lily Allen at First Direct Arena, Leeds

Lily Allen has announced a gig at the First Direct Arena in Leeds. Credit: Charlie Denis
Lily Allen has announced a gig at the First Direct Arena in Leeds. Credit: Charlie Denis

These are the only times that are confirmed, but it's expected that Lily Allen will be on stage around 9pm:

  • Doors open 6pm
  • Starts 7.50pm

Getting to First Direct Arena

Bus Station

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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A daytime rave where you can be in bed by 8pm is returning to Leeds

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The famous Day Fever is back and this time it’s set to be bigger and better than ever before.

If you haven’t heard of Day Fever before, then we are about to blow your mind.

Launched in early 2024 by actress Vicky McClure and frontman of Reverend & The Makers Jon McClure, Day Fever has become somewhat of a cultural sensation.

From its debut in Sheffield to a tour that sees thousands of ravers hitting the dance floor each month, the message is clear: people want to dance and let loose, but still be in bed before 9pm. And to be honest, we don’t blame them.

Running from 3pm to 8pm, Day Fever provides a proper night out that doesn’t completely write you off for the entire weekend.

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“It started as a WhatsApp idea,” says Jon McClure. “Jonny just said, ‘A daytime disco, how good would that be?’ We’re all a bit nuts, so we just said, ‘Come on then!’

“It feels like a massive house party at your nan’s,” laughs Vicky. “No drama, no egos, just people acting daft, getting dressed up, and having the best time.”

From Leeds to Newcastle, Glasgow to Manchester, every Day Fever event has its own unique flavour.

There’ll be local DJs who know their crowds keep the energy high with a nostalgic mix of Northern Soul, disco, indie, and 90s classics. “Manchester goes mad for Oasis,” says Jon, “and if Vicky’s there, we have to play Whitney, it’s non-negotiable!”

Day Fever will be turning up the speakers at Project House on Saturday 12 September, and we will absolutely see you there.

Tickets are on sale now, and you can grab yours here.

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Global pop superstar Olivia Rodrigo says she ‘really wants to go to Leeds’ in 2026

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American pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo has outlined her ambitions for 2026 - and one of them involves a trip to Leeds.

It's safe to say the concept of Olivia Rodrigo taking a stroll down Briggate or waiting for a train at Platform 16 is one we're struggling to get our heads around, but we're absolutely not mad about it.

The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter is known for her love of the UK, having been spotted spending chunks of time in both Manchester and London over recent years.

But in a recent interview with Hits Radio UK, Olivia Rodrigo stated she wanted to explore more of the UK. And the city at the top of her list? Leeds.

@hitsradiouk let us know if you need a tour guide @Olivia Rodrigo 😌x Friday Fry-Up with Olivia Rodrigo drops on our YouTube channel at 10am BST tomorrow! 🍳✨ #oliviarodrigo #youseemprettysadforagirlsoinlove #UK #leeds ♬ original sound - Hits Radio UK

When asked if she has a favourite area of the UK, she said: "I spent some time in Manchester which was really nice. Very inspiring, so many great bands from there.

"I spent some time in Wales too, which was fun. I've been around but I need to go and see more things. I really want to go to Leeds this year. I think that'll be fun. Just like as a spectator, I think that'll be cool."

You know what Olivia, it absolutely will.

Interviewer Will Best then suggests she attends a Leeds match to which she responds "yes" enthusiastically.

So next time we're at Elland Road we'll definitely be keeping a firm eye out for Miss Rodrigo who we've no doubt will look exceptional in a Leeds United jersey.

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