There's a huge lineup of outdoor gigs set to take place in Summer 2026 and they're coming to Halifax's very own Grade I Listed building, Piece Hall.
If it wasn't apparent already, the days are getting shorter and the nights are getting darker, so what better way to cure your summer blues than booking an outdoor concert or two.
Piece Hall has become a staple gig spot over the years hosting the likes of Rag 'n' Bone Man, KT Tunstall and The Smashing Pumpkins with 2026 shaping up to be just as good.
The lineup so far spans everything from pop, rock, soul, alternative and many more meaning there's plenty of opportunities for you to visit this Halifax landmark.
So with no further ado, here's all the big gigs and artists who are coming to Piece Hall in Halifax next summer.
Embrace
Embrace are coming to Piece Hall in Halifax next summer / Credit: Press Shots (via Supplied)
Of course, we couldn't have anyone else kicking off this outdoor summer gig series than Embrace who are local musical legends being from the neighbouring town of Brighouse.
This rock band aren't just heading on the road to play out their tracks, they're also celebrating 30 years since they first established themselves in the music industry, forming in 1996.
Expect to hear huge hits like 'Gravity', 'Ashes', 'Come Back To What You Know' and make sure to raise a glass or two to these lads on their remarkable achievement on 13 June 2026.
Paul Weller (14 June)
Paul Weller is coming to Piece Hall in Halifax next summer / Credit: Press Shots (via Dean Chalkley)
Ladies and gentleman, 'The Modfather' is in town and he's bringing his trailblazing rock hits to Piece Hall in Halifax for all to enjoy.
After being the frontman of The Jam throughout the late 70's, Weller went on to become an award-winning soloist and influential figure in music.
Now, Paul Weller is ready to rock out to crowds on 14 June when he plays his timeless classics like 'You Do Something To Me' and 'Wild Wood'.
The Kooks (19 June)
The Kooks are coming to Piece Hall in Halifax next summer / Credit: Press Shots (via Supplied)
'Ooh La' The Kooks are coming to Piece Hall next summer too and they're ready to rock out with the Halfiax crowd.
The Indie band are making sure their summer schedule is stacked with concerts in many outdoor live music spaces including Scarborough Open Air Theatre, Delamere Forest too.
Get ready to belt all the words to 'She Moves in Her Own Way' and more when they visit on 19 June.
Ethel Cain
Ethel Cain is coming to Piece Hall in Halifax next summer / Credit: Press Shots (via Dollie Kyarn)
The 'American Teenager' songwriter is gearing up to play her second Piece Hall date visiting West Yorkshire back in 2023 after the release of Preacher's Daughter.
Gaining popularity in the Alternative and Indie space, Cain has released another album in August this year titled 'Willougby Tucker, I'll Always Love You'.
We're expecting to hear one name get screamed louder than others on 20 June with Cain's popular track 'Janie' making waves online.
Belle and Sebastian
Belle and Sebastian are coming to Piece Hall in Halifax next summer / Credit: Press Shots (via See Tickets UK)
Scottish indie-pop collective Belle and Sebastian are playing just one day later and you won't be 'Waiting for the Moon to Rise' when they play during summer.
This date marks part of their anniversary tour, where just like Embrace they're celebrating 30 years of 'Tigermilk' and 'If You're Feeling Sinister' playing each in full on alternate nights.
We're hoping it's 'Another Sunny Day' when Belle and Sebastian make their way over to Piece Hall on 21 June.
James Arthur (4 July)
James Arthur is coming to Piece Hall in Halifax next summer / Credit: Press Shots (via Supplied)
X-Factor winner turned hitmaker, James Arthur is heading to Halifax for one night only playing his radio-reigning records.
Arthur has amassed 33 million monthly listeners on Spotify with hits like 'Say You Won't Let Go','Impossible' and 'Train Wreck'.
You can catch this pop star strumming his iconic guitar to the West Yorkshire crowds and singing his catchy melodies at the Piece Hall on 4 July.
Tom Grennan (26 July)
Tom Grennan is coming to Piece Hall in Halifax next summer / Credit: Press Shot (via Supplied)
It's impossible to talk about Tom Grennan without making reference to his stint lending his vocals to men's grooming brand Gillette - "The best a man can get".
Besides soundtracking the UK advert, the pop vocalist has released a string of singles like 'Remind Me', 'Little Bit of Love' and fronting the Calvin Harris tune 'By Your Side'.
Grennan is serenading the nation with a string of concerts throughout summer including Lincoln Castle, Ludlow Castle and Piece Hall on 26 July.
For all the gigs listed above, doors are expected to open at 6pm with a last entry time scheduled for 8pm and anyone under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Each live show also has a curfew of 10.30pm meaning you can leave this Grade I Listed building in plenty of time before the clock strikes 12, or enjoy a pint or two in one of Halifax's notable watering holes.
You can grab tickets to any of the above summer gigs at Piece Hall in Halifax and browse the outdoor venue's other activities HERE.
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The Leeds city centre restaurant serving a modern Kerala tasting menu
If you're looking for a brand-new tasting menu in Leeds to indulge in, then this is the one for you.
If you haven't already dined at Kerala Canteen, then you are sincerely missing out.
Offering South Indian dining like you've never seen before, Kerala Canteen is the world's first Kerala tapas restaurant where guests can enjoy multiple dishes in one sitting.
And it's not just us who thinks it's class, the restaurant has earned recognition as one of the Top 100 Indian Restaurants in the UK, ranked among the Top 3 Indian restaurants in Leeds & Yorkshire, and awarded Best Restaurant by North Magazine - cementing its reputation as one of the region’s most exciting culinary destinations.
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So, how does it work? Kerala Canteen isn't your traditional curry house, but the concept means you get to try more of the menu in one go.
The kitchen is led by renowned chef Bobby Geetha, known for appearances on MasterChef: The Professionals and Great British Menu.
At Kerala Canteen, Leeds diners can now experience a brand-new Kerala-inspired tasting menu designed for guests who love discovering bold flavours, sharing plates and modern Indian dining experiences.
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The Kerala Canteen Tasting Menu includes one Kerala tapas dish, one curry bowl, one side dish, a dessert and a glass of prosecco - all for just £32.95 in June for The Hoot readers. Don't say we don't treat you.
All you have to do is use the code "The Hoot 32.95" when booking which you can do so here.
Popular dishes included in the tasting menu range from the Trivandrum Fried Chicken and Beef and Bone Marrow Curry to the Curry Lea Calamari and Paneer Pepper Fry.
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And it's not just about the food, Kerala Canteen is also known for its spice-inspired cocktail menu. Guests often pair the tasting menu with signature drinks such as the Hibiscus & Jaggery Old Fashioned, Chai Tai, Gunpowder & Turmeric Margarita and Pina Keralada.
Seriously, this is a dining experience unlike anything else in the city.
Visiting on a Sunday? You have to try their iconic T-Bone Sunday Roast experience, featuring a slow-braised T-bone steak finished in rich beef & bone marrow curry, paired with Yorkshire pudding and gunpowder potatoes. You'll never look at your mum's Sunday roast the same again.
Kerala Canteen also offers a private event space for your next big celebration that seats up to 100 guests with custom tapas menu and corporate dining packages available.
Located right next to Leeds Playhouse, it's the perfect spot for those visiting the city centre.
To book your table, take a look at Kerala Canteen's website - thank us later.
Opening party announced for Leeds’ newest XL nightclub taking over the old PRYZM site
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Leeds-based events brand Mint has officially revealed the location of its highly anticipated new venue, Mint XL.
And it's set to open in none other than the iconic former PRYZM nightclub site on Woodhouse Lane in the heart of Leeds city centre.
Known for its longstanding contribution to the city's electronic music landscape through Mint Festival, the brand is now embarking on its most ambitious venue project to date with the launch of a completely reimagined 2,500-capacity space.
The vast space is currently undergoing an extensive redevelopment and full-scale renovation, which will see Mint XL transformed into a state-of-the-art venue built around high-spec production, immersive experiences and forward-thinking programming.
Of course, it's all about the music. So at the heart of the venue is a major commitment to sound and production with a newly installed Funktion-One Vero sound system throughout the main space complemented by cutting-edge lighting, immersive visual production and bespoke room design.
Enough of the details though, let's get stuck into when it's actually going to open its doors.
Mint XL will officially launch on Friday 25 September with an opening party curated by renowned electronic music platform system which aims to set the tone for an ambitious inaugural season.
Taking over the entire venue, the event will bring together some of the most respected and influential names in underground electronic music, including Craig Richards, Enzo Siragusa, Fumiya Tanaka and Sonja Moonear, alongside a carefully selected lineup of acclaimed artists from across the scene.
Also on the line up is none other than Francesco Del Garda, Truly Madly, Prosumer, Laidlaw, Rich NXT, Voightmann, Foehn & Jerome Kinso, Isabelle Koci and of course long standing residents Annie Errez & Bobby ODonnell.
Tickets for the opening party for Mint XL will go live this Thursday 6 June at 6pm and you can get yours here.
Thomas Melia -
10th November 2025 
