10 of the best things to do in and around Leeds in January 2022

A new year brings a new start- and with a new start comes new things to do.

There’s so much going on in Leeds this January, it’s not quite the post-Christmas time where we were expecting- not that we’re complaining. Whether you’re looking for good grub, winter walks or you want to do something you’ve never done before, here’s or favourite picks this January.

Make the most of Veganuary promotions

This January, Veganuary is back and bigger than ever in Leeds. If you’re planning on challenging yourself to 31 days of plant-based goodness, there are plenty of promotions to help you achieve your goals for less- and still allow you to eat out at your favourite bars and restaurants. The Box, Manahatta and Banyan are collectively offering 50% off all food during select times across the month and will be stocking everything from Moving Mountains burgers and ‘not-dogs’ to Northern Bloc ice cream.

1 – 31 January 2022. Find out more here.

Watch the Harry Potter Reunion

There will be around 1 million people isolating on New Year’s Day- so what can you do that’s new for 2022 but still stay indoors? Muggles and wizards of Leeds will be sitting down on New Years Day at 8pm to watch the reunion of Harry Potter and the rest of the Hogwarts cast.. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson will return to Hogwarts alongside character favourites like Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Jason Isaacs and Gary Oldham.

1 January 2022. Find out more here.

Join the Board Games Afternoon at Hyde Park Book Club

If you’ve been testing out your best Monopoly tactics over Christmas or just don’t want to let go of the festive period traditions just yet, Hyde Park book club is hosting an afternoon of board games for all. Staff will be there to recommend and teach games from a massive selection of retro and modern games, as well as pour you some of the most refreshing pints around.

2 January 2022. Find out more here.

Join the Leeds LGBT+ Dog Walkers Meetup

The dog walkers from the Leeds LGBT+ Dog Walkers group have created an inclusive space to openly talk about mental health– you don’t even need a dog to join. In January, the group are meeting at Meanwood Park to raise money for MindOut in memory of Tom Mansell, so walkers are encouraged to bring any donations they can.

8 January 2022. Find out more here.

Browse the Kirkgate Vegan Market

Whether you’re trying out Veganuary for the first time or been vegan for years, this market will give you plenty of fresh ideas of how to live a plant-based lifestyle. The event will move from the Outdoor Market site and will bring together a huge variety of artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, local artists, zero-waste champions, environmental charities and more. Plus, the entire event is climate positive which means the company offset the associated emissions and plant a tree for every stall holder that takes part.

15 January 2022. Find out more here.

Attend the West Park Hotel Charity Dinner

To bring in the new year and raise money for Hospitality Action, a national charity supporting workers in the face of adversity, the West Park Hotel in Harrogate will play host to a charity dinner prepared by some of our county’s finest chefs. Grab a seat, splash out on the £100, because a whopping 75% of the ticket will be donated to charity, and the menu has been hand-crafted by some of Yorkshire’s top chefs.

18 January 2022. Find out more here.

Join an Evening with Shaun Ryder

Described as a ‘fundamental cof in the Madchester phenomenon’, Shaun Ryder has a tale or two to share about his time with the Happy Mondays and Black Grape. Join Shaun for an evening of intimate interviews, incredible first-hand account stories and find out what really happens when you take on the Manchester music scene.

21 January 2022. Find out more here.

Dance at the ‘So Fetch’ Throwback Night

Mean Girls inspired fancy dress is highly encouraged at this HiFi club night. Regina George was wrong- So Fetch is happening, playing all your favourite hits from the 00s. Think Britney Spears to Avril Lavigne. McFly to Usher. Rihanna to Gwen Stefani. Justin Timberlake to Busted. Beyonce to Amy Winehouse.So whether you were a skater boi, or spent the decade hanging out under your umberella-Ella-Ella-eh, you can expect to hear your faves on the night.

22 January 2022. Find out more here.

Watch Strictly Come Dancing Live

For two evenings, the First Direct Arena will host all your favourite Strictly Come Dancing stars. Speaking ahead of the shows, Dancer, Rhys Stephenson said “I cannot think of a better way to start the New Year! It will be fantastic to get my dancing shoes back on after Christmas and perform live in all those iconic venues.”

25 – 26 January 2022. Find out more here.

Take advantage of 50% off burgers all month at Almost Famous

Thanks to Almost Famous, there’s no reason we should have to go without eating out and enjoying a well-deserved burger in the new year. The chain’s January offers will allow all eaters to grab a juicy ‘best ever burger’ from Almost Famous at half price. Having recently changed their production method to produce tender fall-apart burgers, the menu consists of delicious burgers like the classic Blame It On The Whiskey variety and new found favourite, the Juicy Double.

1 – 31 January 2022. Find out more here.

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