The year is nearly up - but there's still time left to book yourself in somewhere in Leeds to see 2021 out in style.
All New Year's Eve are subject to change due to Government guidance.
To help you figure out where to go, we've put together a guide to the biggest `new Year's Eve parties in Leeds - compiling all the bars, clubs and other celebratory goings-on into one neat list below.
Keep reading to find out where to go on New Year's Eve in Leeds to see out 2021.
At Manahatta Greek street, the team likes to do NYE, NYC-style. This snazzy Leeds bar is planning on welcoming in 2022 with a bang by throwing the biggest, showstopping party in town.
Head on down for signature cocktails, espresso martinis on tap, larger-than-life magnums and an unstoppable atmosphere. Promising a high-energy night that’s dripping with Manahatta glamour, this is not one to miss. Tickets are limited so don't hang about.
The now-legendary Domino NYE shindig is back - and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever this year.
Guests can look forward to a classic Domino music line-up, hosted by the reverend Cleve Freckleton. Featuring a double line up with performances from a mini brass band and the bar's own funky house band The Domino Funk and soul band, it'll be a night full of guaranteed party starters.
Ticket prices include a complimentary drink, with the party going on into the early hours.
Go early or go late at Neighbourhood this New Year’s Eve in Leeds. Soak up the party vibe while enjoying a four-course meal, available from 6 to 9pm.
You’ll be treated to a cocktail on arrival before getting stuck into small plates such as a varied sushi selection, sticky chicken skewers, mini bao buns.
As for the main event, think surf and tuf with choices including giant tempura king prawns and locally-sourced beef fillet. Elsewhere, there are a number of vegan alternatives for those following a plant-based diet.
From 9pm onwards, you're looking at £150 for the experience - but that includes a drinks package and access to the full party, with a DJ and live entertainment to see you to midnight and beyond.
Issho
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Finish 2021 with a bang this New Year’s Eve and enjoy a dining experience at Issho, one of Leeds' swankiest dining spots.
Guests can sit back and enjoy a five-course tasting menu from 5pm featuring the likes of grilled ribeye with yuzu cherry ponzu, indulgent caviar and lobster dragon rolls, and chocolate miso marquise served with vanilla ice cream.
There'll be music, too, with a DJ playing you into the New Year in style from 7pm to 3am.
For the biggest party of the year, head to Chow Down for street food, roaming performers, rooftop curling and a headling DJ performance from none other than Crazy P.
You'll be greeted with a champagne reception, before being invited to head over to your area of choice and get stuck into food and drink from the likes of Madame Crepe, Torito, Jimmy Mack's, Spuds and Bros and Nasi Lemak.
For the biggest Ibiza style rooftop party in Leeds this New Year, it has to be the L/IT’s takeover at East 59th.
L/IT curator and head-honcho Leeds based DJ and producer Sara Garvey dazzled with her August Bank Holiday takeover on Angelica’s terrace this year, now she's gearing up to do it all again at D&D's other Leeds rooftop terrace: East 59th.
One of the hottest tickets in town, L/IT will transform East 59th’s gorgeous rooftop space into a 300-capacity beautifully lavish, luxe playground for the most glamourous crowd in the city.
This New Year's Eve in Leeds, Beaver Works will host a massive seven arena underground party with circus performers, live bands, an incredible midnight firework display, bonfire and loads more.
Think six belting sound systems, fairground rides and attractions, fancy dress and circus delights - plus the usual wallet-friendly Beaver Works bar prices.
Leeds' iconic HiFi Club is bringing in 2022 with a good old belly laugh, courtesy of guest comedians Justin Moorhouse, Eddy Brimson, Lou Conran and Alex Boardman.
The club is hosting a NYE Comedy special from 730-1030pm, offering a great start to your night - and plenty of opportunity to go out drinking and partying afterwards if you so desire.
This New Year's Eve Mint Warehouse welcomes bassline artist Danny Bond down to the club for a curated night that sees him take a headline set, with supporting slots from his friends.
Expect forward-thinking lighting systems, pyrotechnic displays, giant LED screens, CO2 and confetti cannons as PROJEKT prepares to ring in the New Year in ultimate style.
On the ones and twos, residents Myles Robinson and Danny James will return to take full control of your night, putting a euphoric feel-good spin on the best of modern dance music - so get ready to pull some shapes.
Leeds legendary club night returns to see out the year in style with three rooms of Casa Loco classics on New Years Eve at The Warehouse. Need we say any more?
You know by now these events sell out fast so secure a ticket ASAP to avoid disappointment.
Leeds Christmas Markets is returning to the city centre in just a weeks time, and we've got everything you need to know.
This year, the markets are looking a little bit different than before as outdoor events company Thor’s Tipi have stepped up as the all-new operators of this Christmastime spectacular.
They're organising a market where 'even if you’re not from Yorkshire, you’re going to leave being from Yorkshire'.
Although Leeds locals already know that Yorkshire is 'God's Own Country', the Leeds Christmas Markets team are making sure that the county is represented through its food, drinks and wider stalls.
So, let's get into it...
Opening dates and timings
The Leeds Christmas Markets will kick off from Thursday 19 November and run until Wednesday 23 December. So that's almost five weeks of festivities flooding the city, and plenty of time for you to make the most of it.
The markets will be open 7 days a week, the exact timings are:
Trader Village & Leeds Street Food
Sunday-Wednesday: 10:30am-7pm
Thursday-Saturday: 10:30am-8pm
THOR’S Highland Lodge & Folié Ski Bar
Sunday-Tuesday: 11am-9pm
Wednesday-Saturday: 11am-11pm
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Locations
The main stalls and street food will be located at City Square, here you will also find the main Christmas tree and two THOR's bars.
Ice Cube at Millennium Square will also be making a return, here you'll find rides, an ice rink and more food and drink. This is separate to what is being run by THOR's this year, though.
There will be plenty of other festive activities taking place throughout the city throughout November and December, you can find out more and view the Leeds Christmas map here.
Food
Okay, now we can get onto the good stuff.
We all know that the highlight of the markets is the food, and this year there's going to be more independent and local trader than ever before.
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From Leeds' very own Italian street food restaurant Stuzzi to homemade mini tiramisu drawers, you're going to want to arrive feeling very peckish at these markets that's for sure.
The current full list of street food vendors at City Square is as follows:
Cut & Craft (steak and chips)
Beth Bakes Cakes (hot chocolate fudge cake)
Misu Tiramisu (mini tiramisu drawers)
Crumble pots (crumble)
La Grassa (Italian-American sandwiches)
Chocolate Circus (stacked hot chocolates)
Stuzzi (Italian street food)
Street Kings Bratwurst (traditional bratwurst)
Johnsons' Toffee (homemade toffee and fudge)
The Savvy Baker (sweet treats and hot cookie dough)
Irish spice bags
Churros
Drink
Closely following behind food, a good old tipple is what many of us venture to the markets for.
This year, alongside a few mulled wine stalls in city square, THOR's will be doing what they do best and opening two brand-new outdoor bars to really get you in the spirit.
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You can pick from a Scottish Highland Lodge and a Folie Ski Bar, both designed to welcome large groups with their own themed drinks and cosy interiors. You can read more about these bars here.
Not only that, but they'll be a specialist coffee trader as well as a matcha trader if you don't fancy anything alcoholic.
Shopping
The Leeds Christmas Markets isn't just about eating and drinking, it's also about browsing and shopping for those last minute Christmas gifts or gorgeous knick-knacks to decorate your home with over the festive season.
Here's your list of traders to buy gifts from at City Square:
Stump Cross (natural crystal jewellery, fossils and more)
House of the Trembling Madness (festive craft beer cans)
Real Markets Yorkshire (lots of goodies made in Yorkshire)
Yorkshire Print Company (Yorkshire-inspired artwork)
Paper Starlights (handmade paper lanterns)
Scents of Christmas (handcrafted decorations)
Kakuwi (homemade crafts sourced across India and Nepal)
Leeds has been named one of the most ‘pet-friendly’ cities in the UK
Emily Sergeant
A new index has revealed the best cities for pet owners in the UK, and it’s great news for Leeds.
Millions of us share our home with a pet, and making sure we give them the best possible life is often at the forefront of our minds, right?
While there’s a lot people can control about their pet’s lifestyle, many of the factors that affect their happiness are determined by location, and sadly for the 83% of the UK population who live in more urban areas, the challenges to give a pet a good life can feel even greater – with less access to green space, and fewer social spaces to take dogs, for example.
But when it comes to cities, which are the best ones to own a pet in? Well, pet insurance firm Lassie has decided to get to the bottom of this and do some updated research.
Lassie analysed data across nine metrics that determine a pet’s wellbeing to create a ‘Pet-Friendliness Index’, and using this index, the UK’s five most populous cities were each assigned a score out of 100 and ranked to determine which is the most and least pet-friendly.
The index looks at four main categories to gauge how suitable each city is for pets – green space, environment, health, and infrastructure.
Then, within these, experts compared a range of measures, including air quality, temperature, costs, access to vets, road safety, pet-friendly rental housing, social opportunities, and many others.
And Leeds has taken the fourth spot.
The UK’s Most Pet-Friendly Cities
Manchester
Birmingham
Liverpool
Leeds
London
“We tend to think that being a good pet owner comes down to what we do at home, but your postcode could be playing a much bigger role in your pet’s happiness and health than you realise,” commented Hedda Båverud Olsson, who is the CEO and co-founder of Lassie.
“Our findings show that not all cities are created equal when it comes to pets. The difference between living in Manchester and London isn’t just about green space or somewhere to walk your dog, it can mean higher vet bills, poorer air quality and fewer veterinary practices nearby.”
The Hoot -
15th December 2021 
