The ninth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo will showcase some of the best in tattooing both local and internationally.
If you fancy getting yourself a fancy new bit of ink, then look no further than the iconic Leeds Tattoo Expo that will be returning to the First Direct Arena this weekend.
From Saturday 22 to Sunday 23 June 2024, over 220 tattoo artists will be flocking to the city to show off their skills.
And not only that, but there'll also be a whole host of market traders for you to browse as well as live music to have a boogie to.
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It's a fantastic opportunity to get a tattoo from some of the best artists from across the UK and abroad, browse the markets for unique items of clothing, homeware and more.
New for this year, the Alt Wedding Fair pop-up will showcase over 15 of the very best non traditional wedding suppliers to help plan your unique wedding.
Another new feature of this year’s expo is Monster Art Fair, a new market area dedicated to showcasing artists, illustrators and creatives from all across Yorkshire.
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Don't fancy a tattoo? No problem, why not get your tooth bedazzled by Bobby Dazzler Tooth Gems or adorn your body with intricate henna with Leeds Henna.
Holy Ghost Piercing will be on hand to give you a brand new piercing or Blue Collar Barbering are there to give you a fresh new trim.
There will be tattoo competitions and drawing classes over the weekend as well as a live podcast on Sunday and incredible sideshows from sword swallowing and escapology to watch whilst you're wandering through the expo.
Tickets are £16.25 for the day or £22.25 for the whole weekend, and you can buy your tickets here.
Nestled in Armley, Assembly House is an independent creative hub bringing artists together.
Assembly House, based on Canal Road in Armley inside a historic Victorian mill, has become a home for creatives across Leeds since launching in 2013.
The artist-led organisation combines working studios with an independent gallery and project space, hosting everything from exhibitions and workshops to community events and live music.
The space is currently home to 80 creatives who make up their community, comprising of professional practitioners including educators, performers, painters, sculptors, illustrators, video artists and designers.
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Their aim is simple - to offer affordable studios to emerging artists alongside technical support, producing support along with access to workshops, internal film screenings and events.
Assembly House offer a yearly program of exhibitions designed to showcase the studio holders and get their work out there. It's all aimed at helping the artists, whether it's their first show or tenth.
It has also helped bring art into the wider neighbourhood through community murals, public sculptures and activities for local people.
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They believe art has the power to bring people together and to evoke emotion and thought, and we've got to say that we absolutely agree.
The space can also be hired by students and independent creatives looking to put on their own exhibitions or bring a project to life.
The fabulous venue is generally open to visitors during exhibitions, workshops and events, with visits by appointment at other times, so it's worth checking its website before heading over.
To have a look at their current programme and to find out more about what Assembly House are doing for Leeds and the community, you can take a look at their website here.
Clubland to celebrate 25 years with huge Leeds arena show
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Clubland is heading to Leeds for a special arena-sized anniversary celebration next year.
The Clubland Arena Tour promises a night of the biggest artists and biggest anthems, giving fans the chance to come together for a celebration of the dance music brand.
Celebrating 25 years of Clubland, the tour will stop off at arenas in Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle, Aberdeen, and of course Leeds.
With the event set to take over one of Leeds' biggest live entertainment venues, anticipation is already building for what promises to be a nostalgic night of club classics and dancefloor favourites – even before the lineup is announced.
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The full line-up is expected to be announced very soon, with fans encouraged to keep an eye out for further details.
Previous headliners at Clubland Live have included Cascada, Basshunter, Scooter, Ultrabeat, and Vengaboys, always guaranteeing a night of non-stop anthems.
For many dance music fans, Clubland has become synonymous with the sounds that dominated clubs, radio playlists and party nights throughout the 2000s.
Over the years, Clubland has continued to celebrate the artists and songs that helped define an era of dance music, giving fans the chance to experience their favourite tracks live alongside thousands of like-minded clubbers.
From infectious pop-dance hits to harder-hitting electronic anthems, its events tap into a sense of nostalgia while keeping the energy of a night out firmly at the centre of the experience.
The 25th anniversary tour looks set to build on that legacy, bringing a quarter-century of club classics to arenas across the UK.
The Clubland Arena Tour will be at the First Direct Bank Arena on Saturday 1 May 2027.
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