Diana Ross at first direct arena, Leeds – tickets, times, setlist and more for UK tour

It’s true, the Queen of Motown Records, Diana Ross, is coming to Leeds and she’s bringing The Halle Orchestra with her too.

Diana Ross and her band are making their way to Leeds for a night of glitz and glam, but they’re not alone either, this music legend’will also be joined by a live orchestra too, wow.

Much like collaborator and friend, Lionel Richie, who paid a visit to Co-op Live earlier this month, Ross likes a bit of ‘Dancing On the Ceiling’ with her flipped-dance hit ‘Upside Down’.

You can expect this Pop and disco diva to perform lots of other timeless classics such as ‘I’m Coming Out’, ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’, ‘Chain Reaction’, she really is ‘The Boss’.

Diana Ross gig guide

Diana Ross, her band and a live Orchestra are coming to first direct arena, Leeds on 28 June. 

Diana Ross UK tour dates

• Sun 22 June – Birmingham, UK – bp pulse Live
• Mon 23 June – Nottingham, UK – Motorpoint Arena
• Wed 25 June – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro
• Thu 26 June – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live
• Sat 28 June – Leeds, UK – first direct arena
• Mon 30 June – Liverpool, UK – M&S Bank Arena
• Wed 2 July – London, UK – The O2

Diana Ross tickets for first direct arena gig

Seeing Diana Ross perform live is a bucket list gig for many but we’re sure if you’re fast enough you’ll be able to secure a ticket for yourself and your ‘Baby Love’.

Any available tickets can be found HERE.

Diana Ross has racked up 58 top 10 hits and we’re sure she’ll play a hefty amount of these at first direct arena.

Diana Ross setlist

• I’m Coming Out
• More Today Than Yesterday
• Baby Love
• You Can’t Hurry Love
• Come See About Me
• Stop! In the Name of Love
• Touch Me in the Morning
• I’m Still Waiting
• Chain Reaction
• He Lives in You
• Good Morning Heartache
• Love Hangover
• Ease on Down the Road
• Home
• The Boss
• Endless Love
• Reach Out and Touch
• Upside Down
• Tomorrow
• Count on Me
• Just in Case
• If the World Just Danced
• Why Do Fools Fall in Love
• Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You’re Going To)
• Ain’t No Mountain High Enough
• Amazing Grace
• I Will Survive
• Thank You

What are the stage times for Diana Ross in Leeds?

First direct arena has a strict curfew of 11pm so you’ll be able to dance your socks off without having to ‘Stop! In the Name of Love’, while also being in bed before the early hours.

Anyone attending can expect the doors to open at 6pm with a kick-off time of 7.30pm and no official announcement regarding a support act.

How to get to first direct arena

Bus Station

Located on Dyer Street next to Leeds City Bus Station and approx. 15min walk from first direct arena and is wheelchair friendly.

Support and help for any persons with a disability is available as the station is a registered ‘Safe place’ to come into and ask for assistance.

Nearest Bus Stops

• Clay Pit Lane
• Wade Lane/Lovell Park Road
• Woodhouse Lane

Nearest Train Station

Leeds City Station on New Station Street is around a 15min walk from first direct arena and a major hub on the national, regional and local rail network providing connections to a wide variety of destinations.

Parking

There are over 7,500 car parking spaces within a 15-minute walk of the arena. The arena doesn’t have it’s own car park however there are lots of options nearby. To receive 5% off Q Park when attending a show at first direct arena click here

The nearest Car Park with EV charging is located on Albion Street click here.

None of the above car parks are operated by the arena so for questions, queries or comments we ask that you contact the companies directly.

Hiring Bikes in Leeds 

If you’re looking to hire a bike in Leeds, here are some of the best options you can try:

• Beryl bikes – you’ll find the ‘Leeds City Bikes’ from Beryl stationed throughout the city. These are all e-bikes, and they’re available to hire on a pay-as-you-go basis. It costs £1 to unlock the bikes, and then 16p per minute to use them. We’d say these are great for zipping around the city and getting from A to B.
• Talio – for a wider selection of electric bikes to choose from, Talio based at Buslinthorpe Green is a great option. From this company, you can hire cruiser bikes, mountain bikes, and cargo bikes. Prices start from £20 per day for rental, but if you’re hiring for a month or longer you’ll get a good discount.

Diana is no stranger to first direct arena, Leeds, playing this venue back in 2022.

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