O2 Academy Leeds

Fishies, the home of Wednesday night, back for another term of madness.

Curfew 3am

Spinning all your favourite classics to make you want to dance all night... It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

This is a student-based event, you may be asked for student ID (18+)

Curfew 3.30am

Post-punk duo Sleaford Mods head out on their UK and Eire headline tour with their first new music since their 2023 album Grim.

Sleaford Mods has partnered with PLUS1 to support War Child. £1 from every ticket sold will help War Child to protect, educate, and stand up for the rights of children affected by war.

Australian indie rock trio DMA’S are heading back to the UK to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their breakthrough debut album Hills End with a special anniversary tour. 

Released in 2016, Hills End launched DMA’S onto the international stage, with career-defining tracks such as “Delete,” “Lay Down,” “Too Soon,” and “Step Up The Morphine” blending Britpop-influenced melodies and raw, anthemic energy. 

The DMA’S ‘Hills End 10-Year Anniversary Tour’ will see the band perform the debut album in full. Including tracks never performed live before, alongside a selection of fan favourites spanning their career. 

Join Max Balegde and George Clarke as they search for their new hire at The Useless Hotline.

Max and George are taking their hit podcast, The Useless Hotline, on its second UK tour. Join them for an evening of fun games and outrageous dilemmas as they scour the UK for a potential new hire.

Spinning all your favourite classics to make you want to dance all night... It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

This is a student-based event, you may be asked for student ID (18+)

Curfew 3.30am

2025 sees Maxïmo Park's beloved debut album A Certain Trigger turn 20 years old. The band will be celebrating the anniversary by performing songs from A Certain Trigger and their greatest hits across the UK. 

A Certain Trigger has installed itself as a scene staple, and a curiosity of the 2000s that packs as much power today as it did 20 years ago. 

Just so you know, this show was moved from Leeds Irish Centre on the same date, but all original tickets will still be valid. If you’ve got tickets already, your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

North Carolina rock band Wednesday, led by generational songwriter Karly Hartzman, head out on their UK and Europe 2026 tour, joined by special guests, bleary eyed.

Franz Ferdinand return with their sixth studio album, The Human Fear, coursing with an energy that makes you feel very much alive.

Maybe this is a set of songs about fear. Maybe this is just a set of bangers from an era-defining band continuing their unquestionably living legacy. Is that something to be afraid of?

Spinning all your favourite classics to make you want to dance all night... It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

This is a student-based event, you may be asked for student ID (18+)

Curfew 3.30am

Icelandic indie-folk collective Of Monsters and Men’s fourth album All Is Love and Pain in the Mouse Parade explores how love and pain intertwine. 

It’s another epic yet intimate affair from a band entering a new chapter while celebrating where they came from – still at heart those same friends that penned the colossal "Little Talks".

Spinning all your favourite classics to make you want to dance all night... It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

This is a student-based event, you may be asked for student ID (18+)

Curfew 3.30am

Ska-punk veterans and live-show ringmasters Less Than Jake are bringing the party back to the UK with their headline ‘Winter Circus Tour 2026’.

Promising a full-throttle night of punk anthems, brass blasts, and big energy, the tour will also feature an all-star supporting cast of The Bouncing Souls, The Aquabats! and The Bar Stool Preachers.

One of the most influential British bands, Echo & The Bunnymen embark on a major nationwide tour for 2026. ‘The Very Best of Echo & The Bunnymen 1978-2026’ will celebrate the songs that have brought the group twenty top 20 hits and nine top 20 albums spanning across their legendary career.

The Vaccines return with their 2026 UK tour to mark the 15th anniversary of the release of their iconic debut album, What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?. The tour will see the band perform the album in full, alongside a selection of fan favourites from their wider catalogue.

Joining The Vaccines will be special guests, Brigitte Calls Me Baby.

Spinning all your favourite classics to make you want to dance all night... It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

This is a student-based event, you may be asked for student ID (18+)

Curfew 3.30am

After a year of global domination, sold-out shows, and massive anthems, Billy Gillies returns to the UK with his biggest, boldest, most creative tour yet.

New era. New energy. New visuals. Same goosebumps.

Expect huge production, reimagined live versions, brand-new IDs, and the full force of the FRQNC sound.

Curfew 4am

Ahead of the 35th anniversary of their classic album Pills ‘n’ Thrills And Bellyaches, the Happy Mondays head out on their 22-date UK tour.

Happy Mondays will perform the album’s highlights, including the massive hit singles, “Step On”, “Kinky Afro” and “Loose Fit”, in addition to other hits and fan favourites, such as “24 Hour Party People”, “Hallelujah”, “Judge Fudge” and “W.F.L.”.  

Norwegian pop powerhouse Sigrid returns to stage with her ‘There’s Always More That I Could Say UK and Europe Tour’ in support of her third studio album There’s Always More That I Could Say. An album that moves between dizzy infatuation, heartbreak and raw reflection, all carried by Sigrid’s soaring vocals and fearless pop instincts.

Spinning all your favourite classics to make you want to dance all night... It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

This is a student-based event, you may be asked for student ID (18+)

Curfew 3.30am

Legendary 80s DJ and host of BBC Radio 2’s Sounds of the 80s show - ‘woo’ Gary Davies has teamed up with Discos For Grown Ups to bring you an unstoppable, high-energy 80s party, packed with iconic 80s hits and floor-shaking anthems from the decade that defined pop culture.

Sing, dance and party like it’s 1985, dust off your shoulder pads, tease that hair, and dig out your old Wham and Frankie t-shirts for a fabulous night of 80s fun. 

It’s your best 80s party night out ever.

Just so you know, this show was moved from Project House on the same date, but all original tickets will still be valid. If you’ve got tickets already, your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

New York City’s Geese return with their third studio album, Getting Killed, obliterating any expectations the band has set with their discography to date.

Getting Killed balances a disarming new tenderness with an intensified anger, with each member of the band wielding an earned, unshakeable confidence and a hearty disdain of conventional music structures.

The Houston-raised trio Waterparks is a genre-bending powerhouse whose magnetic pull has cultivated one of the most devoted fanbases in alternative music. 

Known for their energetic live energy and reputation for pushing creative boundaries, their bold creativity and constant evolution have made them one of the most influential and forward-moving forces in alternative music today.

In 2010, Scouting For Girls amplified the success of their self-titled debut album with their follow-up Everybody Wants To Be On TV, which featured hits including “This Ain’t A Love Song” and “Posh Girls”.

Now Scouting For Girls commemorate the album’s 15th anniversary with a special celebratory tour which will see them mix songs from the album with all of their biggest hits.

Spinning all your favourite classics to make you want to dance all night... It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

This is a student-based event, you may be asked for student ID (18+)

Curfew 3.30am

Godspeed You! Black Emperor released a string of albums from 1997-2002 widely recognised as redefining what protest music can be, where longform instrumental rock compositions of immense feeling and power serve as soundtracks to late capitalist alienation and resistance. 

Godspeed's legendary live performances, featuring multiple 16mm projectors beaming a collage of overlapping analogue film loops and reels, along with the distinctive iconography, imagery and tactility of the band's album artwork, further defines the sui generis aesthetic substance, ethos and mythos of this group.

BRIT Award-winning, multi-platinum selling artist Jessie J returns with ‘The No Secrets Tour’, a string of intimate acoustic nights with Jessie J. These special performances will give fans the first chance to experience her new music live, alongside a selection of fan favourites, and her captivating humorous personality which over the years has built a strong fanbase.

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Thursday 16 October 2025. If you’ve already got tickets, they’ll still be valid, so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

This isn't just any disco, this is The Greatest Musicals Disco. 

Prepare yourselves for a full-blown theatrical experience, expect music from Hamilton, Grease, Dirty Dancing, High School Musical, Wicked & Mama Mia to The Greatest Showman, Frozen, Rent, Six and so much more.

With a sensational mix of classic show tunes and movie soundtracks, the playlist is a non-stop theatrical journey through the greatest hits of all the musicals you know and love.

But hold on, as the madness doesn't stop there. We also have lip sync competitions, prizes, optional fancy dress and audience props making it an ultimate interactive event of unforgettable fun.

The Clone Roses return to perform all the greatest Madchester anthems, respectfully replicating the classics from The Stone Roses’ career. 

From selling out Blackpool Empress Ballroom to performing the iconic Spike Island site on the banks of the river Mersey in front of a sell-out 15,000 strong crowd, the band have become hugely popular amongst Roses fans old and new, and are widely regarded as one of the UKs premium tribute bands, described by Roses’ Bass player Mani himself as “the second-best Stone Roses in the world.” 

RnB vs Garage is a playground for grown-ups who thrive on epic parties, top-notch DJs go back to back, dishing out the crème de la crème of old-school R’n’B and garage tracks. 

Whether you like to shout Booo to Ms. Dynamite or sing along to Destiny’s Child, it’s time to rally your squad, snag those tickets and get ready for a night of unforgettable vibes.

GRAMMY-nominated English musician, producer and composer Thomas Dolby heads out on his ‘Iconic 80’s Recollections Tour’, showcasing his wide range of musical styles.

Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning actor Kiefer Sutherland’s career has spanned over four decades across film, television and music. 

Alongside his acting achievements, Sutherland has built an impressive reputation as a recording artist and touring musician. 2026 sees Sutherland share his latest album, Grey, a powerful collection of heartfelt, storytelling-driven songs that showcase his evolution as an artist. 

American alt-rock four piece Rainbow Kitten Surprise head out on tour in support of their latest album bones, the follow up to 2024’s Love Hate Music Box.

Last entry: 7.30pm

Get ready to scream like it’s 1999. Boyband in the Buff is the ultimate throwback concert - starring pop heartthrob Gareth Gates and a cast of ripped and ridiculously talented performers. With nothing but harmonies, dance moves, and a whole lot of skin, the boys belt out the biggest hits of the ‘90s and ‘00s - from Backstreet Boys to NSYNC, Blue to Take That - in a show that’s as nostalgic as it is naughty.

It’s a celebration of pop, passion, and pecs, where the clothes come off and the heat turns up. This is the ultimate night out for anyone who’s ever swooned over a boyband.

Glitterfest is taking over for an unforgettable party packed with glitter, sparkles, confetti cannons, stilt walkers, dancers, and non-stop party vibes.

Round up your crew, bring your sparkle, and get ready for the ultimate festival-style day party where the lights flash, the confetti rains down, and every moment shines.

The Three Lions are roaring into action and it’s all on the line — pride, passion, and to keep the dream alive of finally bringing it home. This is more than just a match – it’s England on the biggest world stage. Experience every moment at the most epic FanParks in the UK.

Curfew 12am

Curfew 12am

Before attaining global recognition as a defining pillar of the Midwest emo sub-genre, American Football was a humble University of Illinois-based indie rock band led by Mike Kinsella (vocalist and guitarist), along with Steve Holmes (guitar) and Steve Lamos (drums/trumpet).

What would transpire over the ensuing fifteen years is something made of rock and roll legend. Since reuniting in 2014, the group have released a further two records as well as celebrating the 25th anniversary of their internationally acclaimed self-titled debut American Football. 

The Three Lions are roaring into action and it’s all on the line — pride, passion, and to keep the dream alive of finally bringing it home. This is more than just a match – it’s England on the biggest world stage. Experience every moment at the most epic FanParks in the UK.

Curfew 12am

Internationally recognised singer of Queen’s music, Gareth Taylor is known for his remarkable and uncanny resemblance to the vocals of Freddie Mercury.

Gareth Taylor and His Queenies head out on tour for a series of UK dates for what will be their most exciting shows to date. This world-class band have their own image but specialise in performing deep cuts as well as all the greatest hits.

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Thursday 29 January 2026. If you’ve already got tickets, they’ll still be valid, so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

What sets London African Gospel Choir apart is their repertoire - a dazzling reflection of the choir's diverse membership, and that includes secular songs with a positive message. It's the meaning of the words that counts, and Paul Simon's Graceland - acclaimed as "one of the most iconic records in rock and roll history"- is a perfect fit with its uplifting lyrics and South African rhythms and melodies.

Since forming in Metro Detroit, Michigan in 2013, metalcore and post-hardcore outfit I Prevail have enjoyed vast amounts of critical and commercial success. 

The band return with their fourth album Violent Nature, the band have taken that to the next level, marking vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe’s first foray as the only singer of the band, tackling both clean and unclean vocals. 

Welcome, then, to the new era of I Prevail. Not only is this the best version of the band to date, but it bristles with intention, passion and energy.

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Thursday 6 February 2026. If you’ve already got tickets, they’ll still be valid, so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

Serena Terry, comedian, author and creator of online sensation ‘Mammy Banter’ is back with ‘Therapy’, her biggest stand-up comedy tour to date.

After selling out her previous two UK and Ireland comedy tours and becoming the first ever female to sell out Belfast’s SSE Arena in 2024, Serena should have been feeling on top of the world, but instead, she found herself smack bang in the middle of depression. 

After a four-month hiatus, an exhaustive list of therapies and an explorative mission towards self-care, she’s back to her best. Still medicated, still peri-menopausal and a little bit mentally unstable, but functioning, wearing a bra when out in public again and ready to tell you all about her journey to recovery and the life altering events that came in between.

One of country music’s newest and most promising stars, Warren Zeiders has already made an undeniable mark on the genre following the release of his album Relapse, Lies & Betrayal. Now the Pennsylvania native heads out on his 2026 world tour.

There might be no other band that was able to channel the generational anxiety in those early millennial years and turn it into such powerful and inclusive art quite like Band of Horses. 

Ben Bridwell’s high-flying vocals and eccentric enunciation floating like a specter that felt like a prelude to a dream. Full of profundity, truth, and sometimes just homespun advice on how to live, Band of Horses songs have become anthems and touchstones for fans.

Legendary 2-Tone group The bEAT, led by vocalist Dave Wakeling, have announced ‘Dance Crazed Too - a 21 date UK tour’.

Expect a taste of 2-Tone, celebrating the music scene that changed the bands lives, with the many friends they’ve met over the decades. Come dressed for the occasion and make a party of it. 

Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story.

The 51 dates across Australia, Aotearoa, Europe and UK will be Freddy’s first shows following the sudden death of founding band member Chris ‘MU’ Faiumu. The band is united in its decision to continue with this long-planned tour. 

Based On A True Story was independently released in 2005, an album of 10 fresh slices of future funk, with surprises, fakes & freaky sidesteps. 

Lake Street Dive have pushed the possibilities of pop music as a unifying force, not only through their eclectic sound, a boldly original cross-pollination of soul, folk, jazz, classic pop, and more, the five-piece’s all-embracing ethos has also made them a beloved live band known for building a potent connection among every crowd.

With its sonic landscape encompassing everything from R’n’B to funk to Brazilian pop, all throughout their GRAMMY-nominated album Good Together, Lake Street Dive tap into the palpable camaraderie that’s fueled the band since their formation, ultimately delivering their most collaborative, expansive, and powerfully exuberant work to date.

Indie rock group The Wedding Present head out on tour to commemorate the 35th anniversary of their pivotal long-player Seamonsters.

Comedian Fin Taylor brings his sharp, direct, and fearless stand-up out on the road with ‘The Pre-Emptive Comeback Special’ UK and Ireland 2026 tour.  

Fin is known for his fiercely funny and uncompromising social commentary, building his reputation across the UK club circuit and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where he delivered a run of sold-out shows. His style blends honest observation, tackling culture, politics, and modern behaviour.

Legendary UK hard rock band Little Angels are back with an ultra-rare UK tour, featuring the full original line-up of vocalist Toby Jepson, guitarist Bruce Dickinson, Jim Dickinson on keyboards, Mark Plunkett on bass guitar and drummer Mark Richardson.

Formed nearly 40 years ago in their hometown of Scarborough, Little Angels became one of the defining UK hard rock bands of the late 1980s and early 1990s. 

Adding to the sense of occasion, long-time friend and contemporary Luke Morley of Thunder will be supporting Little Angels on all dates.

Two giants of underground psych-dance culture come together for an evening of audio-visual sensory overload.

Get ready to here the ambient soundscapes and pulsing rhythms of The Orb and Ozric Tentacles' blend of instrumental psychedelic rock with beats and spacey soundscapes.

Scottish indie rockers The Fratellis head out on tour in celebration of the 20th anniversary of their debut album Costello Music.

Filled to the brim with catchy riffs and brash vocals, the record featured some of the band’s most enduring tracks, including the cheeky “Henrietta”, the slightly softer “Whistle for the Choir”, and the truly iconic “Chelsea Dagger”.

So you know, this show will be rescheduled. Don't worry though, all tickets will be valid for the new date so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.