Returning for it’s nineteenth year, dates for the UK’s largest annual arts and light festival returns have been announced.
The dates for Leeds' 2023 iconic Light Night has been announced and it will feature two days of light filled festivities.
Every year the streets of Leeds are transformed into an incredible illuminated playground for all walks of life to enjoy.
It is a wonderful event which attracts people from far and wide that showcases the brilliant creativity and diversity of the city.
Image: Leeds City Council
Event organisers issued a statement on social media, announcing the annual event will be taking place on Thursday 12 and Friday 13 October 2023.
Posting to Facebook, Light Night wrote: "SAVE THE DATE!!!! This year's Light Night Leeds event will be taking place on the 12th & 13th October 2023!
"We can't wait to welcome you back to the city centre for two days of #ArtInTheDark #LightNightLeeds2023. Here are a few shots from last year's event. Tell us what was your favourite part?"
Image: Leeds City Council
Although this year's theme is yet to be announced, it promises incredible pieces of art work and captivating performances by local, national and international artists around the city.
Last year's theme ‘Playful City’ invited visitors to engage and interact with the city in exciting, new and innovate ways. Iconic Leeds landmarks and location hosted jaw-dropping illuminations and installations, from The Queen’s Hotel to the Leeds Art Gallery.
Image: Leeds City Council.
Starting in 2005, the incredible event has grown year on year and in 2019 was enjoyed by a whopping 150,000 local, national and international visitors.
For more information and to keep a beady eye on updates for this year's Light Night Leeds, take a look at their website.
Get ready to enjoy a taste of the Caribbean as Jerk Junction is gearing up to open in Leeds.
The street food favourite has made waves in the foodie scene over in Manchester and Liverpool, so it's only right that its making its way into Trinity Kitchen.
Jerk Junction specialises in authentic Caribbean flavours, from dumplings and jerk chicken to curried goat and rice and peas, it's all flame-grilled and packed with island spices.
It is expected to open this spring.
Image: The Manc Group
Steven Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “We’re so excited to be welcoming Jerk Junction to Trinity Kitchen and we’re sure it will prove very popular. Bringing an authentic Caribbean flavour to Leeds, it’s the perfect new addition and complements our already stellar line-up of street food vendors.”
Jake Shaffi, founder at Jerk Junction, said: “Jerk Junction is all about real Caribbean food and culture. Everything we do is rooted in Jamaican tradition, from bold spices and authentic cooking to dishes that bring people together.
“For us, food is family. From our kitchen to every person who comes to our counter, we want people to feel the warmth, the energy and the spirit of the islands. We can’t wait to bring those authentic flavours and good vibes to Trinity Kitchen.”
The announcement follows news that the UK’s largest independent boutique bowling brand Lane7, and footwear retailers schuh and Footasylum, would be opening at Trinity Leeds later this year, whilst the LEGO Store will be relocating to a larger space within the shopping centre.
Posting to their social media, The Maven said: "When news broke The Maven could close its doors at the end of March, the reaction across the city was immediate. The response from customers, bartenders, and hospitality operators showed just how much this bar means to Leeds.
"For nearly 15 years, The Maven has been one of the city’s most loved cocktail destinations and a true institution within the local bar scene.
"When we told you about its potential closure we were flooded with support and interest from across the hospitality community. In the days that followed, several Leeds-based operators stepped forward with genuine offers to buy the venue and keep the bar alive.
"At a time when our industry is too often filled with stories of closures, today brings a little hope - a story about a community stepping up to protect something it values.
"The reports that The Maven would close at the end of March are now firmly in the past: The Maven Lives.
"Thanks to the passion of the Leeds hospitality community and the loyalty of its guests, the bar will continue to be part of the city’s nightlife story. More details about the next chapter for The Maven will be shared soon."
Clementine Hall -
28th April 2023 
