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Niall Horan at First Direct Arena, Leeds – setlist, tickets, support and more

The Show is back.

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Niall Horan is the latest headliner ready to take the First Direct Arena by storm.

The ex-One Direction star is coming to Leeds this Wednesday 28 August, and we're certain it's going to be an incredible night.

Niall Horan’s solo career has seen him top the charts in recent years, stepping into his singular superstar era with aplomb.

His 2024 global tour is a celebration of his third album, The Show, which was released in 2023.

The Show – Live On Tour 2024, is the biggest tour of his solo career and it's fair to say he’s been smashing it.

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The music sensation, who’s been playing songs from all three of his solo albums, took to X to thank everyone who came out to the first leg of The Show Live On Tour, just a few months ago.

“Thank you so much everyone who came out to the first leg of The Show Live On Tour! It’s been incredible to be back on the road after all this time and I cannot thank you all enough for always being such an unbelievable crowd.”

If you’ve been lucky enough to grab tickets for the show, here’s everything you need to know.

Stage Times

What we know at the moment is that doors open at 6.00 pm, and the show starts at 7.30pm.

So he’ll probably hit the stage at about 8.30pm.

Tickets for Niall Horan in Leeds

The 30-year-old’s show at First Direct Arena has unsurprisingly seen a huge demand for tickets, blowing seated tickets off the shelves at an impressive rate.

There’s still good availability for standing tickets, which are priced pretty reasonably at £45.00 each (or £52.50 including fees).

You can see the latest ticket availability for Niall Horan at First Direct Arena in Leeds here.

Who’s the support act for Niall Horan at Co-op Live?

It’s a big stage for rising indie pop star Del Water Gap, the solo project of Samuel Holden Jaffe.

The Brooklyn-based American musician and record producer has already supported other stars including Maggie Rogers (he also featured on one of her songs), Arlo Parks, and Holly Humberstone.

He fairly recently released his second studio album, I Miss You Already + I Haven’t Left Yet.

Expected setlist for Nial Horan’s First Direct Arena gig

As previously mentioned, Niall has been playing a mix of songs from all three of his solo albums, keeping his setlist fairly steady.

Here’s his most recent setlist from Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin.

Since Niall is playing in the UK’s biggest arena, here in Manchester, we might be lucky to get a surprise or two! At least fans can hope.

Nice to Meet Ya
Small Talk / Edge of Seventeen
On a Night Like Tonight
On the Loose
The Show
Cross Your Mind
Save My Life
Night Changes (One Direction song)
Black and White
Flicker
This Town
You Could Start a Cult
Heaven
If You Leave Me
Paper Houses
Meltdown
Mirrors
Still
Encore:
Heartbreak Weather
Slow Hands

Venue information

The First Direct Arena has a few strict policies to keep gig-goers safe, so make sure to check entry requirements carefully before you travel.

For example, only one small bag per person is allowed, and bags like backpacks, travel cases and laptop bags are not permitted inside the arena.

All bags are scanned on entry to check for prohibited items like laser pens, flares, projectiles, weapons, drugs and alcohol, and even selfie sticks.

Read more: Leeds Festival 2024 – Fred Again and Liam Gallagher overshine Storm Lilian at Bramham Park

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Smash-hit West End musical Trainspotting is coming to Leeds later this year

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Trainspotting The Musical is coming to Leeds.

30 years on from the film that changed everything, and following its successful world premiere run in London’s West End, Trainspotting The Musical is heading out on a major UK tour later this year, and will be taking to one of Leeds' most iconic stages this winter.

Written by Irvine Welsh – as adapted from his best-selling debut novel – and directed and developed by Caroline Jay Ranger, Trainspotting The Musical has been described by critics as ‘radical, invigorating and life-affirming’ since its premiere.

It’s said to be an unforgettable production that’ll have even the most sceptical audiences leave on a ‘consciousness-altering high.’

In 1996, the breakthrough British film of the same name was released and became the biggest grossing UK film of the year, winning a slew of awards in the process – including a BAFTA for Best Screenplay, and even being ranked tenth in the BFI’s top 100 greatest British films of the 20th century.

Now, three decades later, the industrial drug crazed working-class heroes of British youth culture are back… but this time, live on stage.

 “I believe the musical has a bigger, loudly beating human heart than either the book or the film,” creator Irvine Welsh commented as the UK tour was announced this week.

“People need to think about the world we’re living in, and we offer that inspection, but they also need to sing their hearts out and laugh their heads off. It’s what being human is all about. We’ve put together an incredible Scottish cast and I can’t wait to see them bring the musical to life.”

Trainspotting The Musical will taking to the stage at the Leeds Grand Theatre from Monday 7 until Saturday 12 December 2026.

Get your tickets when they go live here.

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Leeds speakeasy crowned one of the best cocktail bars in the world by industry experts

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The beloved Domino Club is receiving its flowers, and rightly so.

Rapidly becoming one of the industry’s most respected accolade of excellence, The Pinnacle Guide is a worldwide ranking of the best bars across the globe.

Based on a thorough self-application process, rigorous assessment modules, followed by a series of spot check interviews and anonymous in-bar reviews, it's no easy feat to get a spot on this list.

Which is why it makes The Domino Club's achievement all that more impressive.

Known amongst locals and visitors alike as basically one of the coolest bars in town, the hidden speakeasy invites you through a barbershop in the Grand Arcade where downstairs you'll find a dimly lit jazz and cocktail bar oozing sex appeal.

Not only are the cocktails exceptional, but their live music listings is something to behold playing everything from jazz and funk to cabaret and disco every Wednesday - Sunday.

Announcing the news to Instagram, The Domino said: "Listed by The Pinnacle Guide. The Domino Club has been recognised on the global list of the world’s best bars.

"What began as a hidden basement bar in Leeds, built around live music, cocktails and atmosphere, is now being recognised alongside some of the finest bars in the world.

"A huge thank you to our team, musicians, suppliers and every single guest who has supported us over the years. This means a lot. Leeds belongs on the world cocktail map."

We absolutely could not agree more and if you haven't ventured behind the barbershop and discovered the magical Domino Club, then we very much recommend you do.

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