September in Leeds brings a fresh wave of culture, live music, and world-class entertainment across the city’s iconic venues.
Whether you’re catching heavy-hitting arena anthems at First Direct Bank Arena, catching ground-breaking new drama at Leeds Playhouse, or spending an evening with comedy royalty at Leeds Grand Theatre, the coming weeks are packed with high-calibre events.
To help you plan your month, we’ve pulled together 30 stand-out highlights across music, comedy, theatre, and community culture happening right on our doorstep this September - with tickets for many of the events still available now through Ticketmaster, See Tickets or direct from the box offices of the venues themselves.
So what’s caught our interest this month? Read on to find out more.
25. DJ Yoda (September 26)
The hip-hop visual DJ pioneer brings his legendary audio-visual turntablism set to Leeds, blending classic hip-hop, pop culture clips, and live mixing. 🎫 Brudenell Social Club
26. Mike Wozniak: The Bench (September 26)
The beloved Taskmaster star and Man Down actor hits the road with a brand-new solo hour of absurd stories and dry, theatrical storytelling. 🎫 Leeds Grand Theatre
27. Sir Lenny Henry: Still at Large (September 27)
The British comedy legend and national treasure looks back on an iconic 50-year career in show business with hilarious tales, reflections, and stand-up. 🎫 Leeds Grand Theatre
28. Gary Delaney (September 29)
The master of the one-liner and Mock the Week veteran delivers an uncompromising, rapid-fire barrage of gags where quantity and quality go hand in hand. 🎫 Leeds Playhouse
29. Bog Witch (September 30)
A darkly comic, atmospheric new play blending folklore, dark humour, and rural gothic storytelling on the Playhouse stage. 🎫 Leeds Playhouse
30. Lemn Sissay: Let the Light Pour In LIVE (September 30)
The renowned poet, author, and performer brings his best-selling collection to life on stage, performing morning poems that radiate hope, resilience, and joy. 🎫 City Varieties Music Hall | S