The Leeds West Indian Carnival brought its dynamic brand of bright colour and vibrancy to the streets while the Rhythms of the City festival brought family fun to the masses. Music also dominated the news headlines. Thousands enjoyed the V97 festial at Temple Newsam, a singer-songwriter regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century took to stage in the city while the launch of a new album by Oasis led to long queues at record stores. Enjoy these photo memories from around Leeds in August 1997. READ MORE: 43 photos to take you back to Leeds in 1997 LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
7. Harewood
Members of the Risk Takers team take part in a Its A Knock Out competition at the Harewood Steam Rally. It was organised in aid of the Leeds General Infirmary Community Chest Appeal. | Mel Hulme Photo: Mel Hulme
8. Leeds city centre
Traffic wardens try to solve traffic congestion on Vicar Lane due to a newly introduced two way system. | Dan Oxtoby Photo: Dan Oxtoby
9. Leeds city centre
Oasis fans wait to buy the band's new album Be Here Now at HMV. | Rpoy Fox Photo: Roy Fox
10. Hyde Park
Richard Smith demonstrates his technique at the new skateboard park at Hyde Park Corner. | Justin Lloyd. Photo: Justin Lloyd.
11. Cross Gates
Barbara Rowley was celebrating after winning a cleaning award for her work at The Manston Hotel. | Justin Lloyd Photo: Justin Lloyd
12. Roundhay
The Streets of Leeds pub were sponsoring Roundhay Tennis Club. They are pictured with pub manageress and sponsor Tanya Besford. | YPN Photo: YPN