O2 Academy Leeds

This will be a Saturday night to remember – the World Cup 2026 Quarter Final. One win from the semis; one step closer to bringing it home.

With live DJs blasting iconic England anthems, 4 for 3 drinks deals and £5 Budweiser pints all night for ticket holders*, exclusive Budweiser merch and the most electric atmosphere of the tournament so far, the show gets started long before kick-off. This legendary venue is the next best place to watch the game after the stadium itself. 

Curfew 1am

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Curfew 3am

This will be a night to remember – the World Cup 2026 Semi Final, one step closer to bringing it home.

With live DJs blasting iconic England anthems, exclusive Budweiser merch and the most electric atmosphere of the tournament so far, the show gets started long before kick-off. This legendary venue is the next best place to watch the game after the stadium itself.

Important: This event is based on England qualifying for the World Cup 2026 Semi-Final. 

If England does not qualify for the advertised fixture, your ticket(s) will be automatically refunded.

Curfew 12am 

This will be a night to remember – the World Cup 2026 Final.

With live DJs blasting iconic England anthems, exclusive Budweiser merch and the most electric atmosphere of the tournament so far, the show gets started long before kick-off. This legendary venue is the next best place to watch the game after the stadium itself. 

Important: This event is based on England qualifying for the World Cup 2026 Final. 

If England does not qualify for the advertised fixture, your ticket(s) will be automatically refunded.

Curfew 12am 

A huge all day throwback party celebrating the sound of the golden era of indie—when iPods were loaded, jeans were skinny, and festivals were lawless.

A day fuelled by non-stop indie anthems and dancefloor chaos with festival-style DJs, Bands, visuals, confetti and immersive production. Join the crowd of thousands reliving the glory days of indie mayhem.

Expect to hear the biggest indie anthems from Arctic Monkeys, The Kooks, Bloc Party, MGMT, Vampire Weekend and more.

NYC-born and raised in LA, singer and songwriter Audrey Hobert heads out on ‘The Staircase To Stardom Tour’.

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.

Holy Holy are the authentic sound of David Bowie starring drummer Woody Woodmansey from Bowie’s legendary backing band Spiders From Mars, and Bowie’s long-time friend Tony Visconti.

Performing Bowie compositions from 1970 through to his final album Blackstar, Woodmansey and Visconti are joined on stage by Heaven 17’s Glenn Gregory (lead vocals), Paul Cuddeford and James Stevenson (guitars), Visconti’s daughter Jessica Lee Morgan (12-string guitar and sax) and Janette Mason (piano/keys).

Progress Wrestling embarks on The Odyssey Tour, featuring many epic battles involving the incredible high-flying athletes, hard hitting bruisers and outrageous characters. The best talent in the world clash with the stars of tomorrow, today.

Sorry, this show has been cancelled and there aren't any plans to reschedule. You'll be able to get a full refund from wherever you bought your tickets, and 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.

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

Curfew 4am

In painful, lonesome catharsis, and with reckless determination, frontman and multi-instrumentalist Caleb Shomo forged Beartooth into a weapon from his basement in 2013.Shomo self-produced and played all the instruments on an arsenal of angry yet melodic songs filled with reflection and confession. His apologetic insistence on growth, no matter how dauting or dangerous, is a creative musical and emotional salve for a legion of listeners. In 2026, Beartooth is now one of the most important, vibrant, and visceral acts in modern rock. 

In painful, lonesome catharsis, and with reckless determination, frontman and multi-instrumentalist Caleb Shomo forged Beartooth into a weapon from his basement in 2013.

Shomo self-produced and played all the instruments on an arsenal of angry yet melodic songs filled with reflection and confession. His apologetic insistence on growth, no matter how dauting or dangerous, is a creative musical and emotional salve for a legion of listeners. 

In 2026, Beartooth is now one of the most important, vibrant, and visceral acts in modern rock. 

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.

Antony Szmierek has always believed in signs from the universe. He's the kind of person to see a crisp packet float by and takes it as a message to text his ex. The former english teacher is often compared to the likes of Mike Skinner, Jarvis Cocker, and John Cooper Clarke. Antony's gigs have become something of a communion, with him leaping into crowds, learning people's names, and the room singing back fan favourites. Inspired by how much the crowd feels, Antony is frequently emotional at his shows. 

Manchester-born poet, writer and producer Antony Szmierek returns with his second album, Decoding Birdsong, just eighteen months after his critically acclaimed debut Service Station at the End of the Universe. 

Szmierek returns with a new body of work that signals a clear evolution in both sound and scope. Rooted in his personal touchstones within electronic music, the album pairs expansive, immersive production with his trademark razor-sharp lyricism. 

English pop rock band Transvision Vamp return for their first UK tour since 1991playing all the favourites you’ve wanted to hear live.

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. 

Liverpool sextet Red Rum Club continue their upward curve, charging into 2026 with relentless momentum and a sound that’s become unmistakably their own, bold, brass-fueled, and bursting with ambition. 

With their signature “Mariachi Merseybeat” drawing fans from Merseyside to Mexico, the band are showing no signs of slowing down. 

Formed in the Birmingham/Black Country area, British alternative rock band The Wonder Stuff hit the road in celebration of their 40th anniversary.

Disciples of planet Earth’s rock deities, space-time voyagers Klek and Khn de Poitrine gaze in wonder at hot dogs, pyramids, and rock music in all its glorious excess.

Asymmetrical and dissonant, Angine de Poitrine’s music makes hearts race and bodies move with ecstatic abandon. Through tight, pulsing drum grooves and intricate tangles of double-neck microtonal guitar, the band summons swirling vortices of hypnotic sound and vision.

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.

Dundalk’s finest The Mary Wallopers return with their third album Paddywhackery and the band’s biggest headline tour to date. 

Paddywhackery follows up 2023’s hugely acclaimed Irish Rock’n’Roll, which finds the band leaping forwards to create an album that sounds like it’s been made by a band with a tightness and a power that’s unparalleled in music right now. 

Curfew 3:30am

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.

British rapper, producer and songwriter Dizzee Rascal heads out on the ‘We Want Bass 2026 UK Tour’ with his conversational, clipped flow that toggles between menace and mischief, raw diarist lyrics and festival-sized hooks.

Over the past three years, Jalen Ngonda has grown from cult favourite to bona fide soul torchbearer, taking his sound from intimate club stages to arenas and international festivals, cementing his reputation as one of contemporary music’s most compelling performers.

The singer heads out on tour in support of his second album, Doctrine Of Love, an instant classic brimming with confidence and swagger. 

Widely adored Freya Skye continues on her 'Stars Align' tour following her recent EP stardust, which showcases Freya's evolution as one of today's most compelling storytellers.

Leeds quartet Yard Act have become one of the great UK indie success stories of the decade so far.

Since their beginning, breaking through as a smart, witty new force within the British guitar music landscape back in the dark days of the pandemic, Yard Act have been wrangling with the knotty complexities of the human condition.

Associated with incendiary live shows, join them as they tour their third studio album, You're Gonna Need A Little Music.

Leeds quartet Yard Act have become one of the great UK indie success stories of the decade so far.

Since their beginning, breaking through as a smart, witty new force within the British guitar music landscape back in the dark days of the pandemic, Yard Act have been wrangling with the knotty complexities of the human condition.

Associated with incendiary live shows, join them as they tour their third studio album, You're Gonna Need A Little Music.

Del Amitri return with their ‘Past To Present’ UK tour 2026, marking four decades of songs, stories and live shows.

A celebration of a catalogue that has soundtracked generations.

For over three decades five-piece, Embrace, have been a key part of the British music scene. 

2026 sees the band celebrate their 30-year milestone with a series of headline shows, alongside the release of their ninth album Avalanche. 

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.

After over a decade of music and touring, The Hunna head out on their final tour. 2026 will be the final chance to see the band in action, with the band themselves extremely excited to share one last big party.

Bleachers hit the road for their 2026 UK and European tour, bringing their acclaimed live show back to these shores in support of their latest album everyone for ten minutes.

Despite the moments where it briefly peers into darkness, everyone for ten minutes is essentially an optimistic record that feels lovestruck and hopeful, leaping from harmony-laden folk rock to shimmering pop soul to the sax-assisted New Jersey sound that Bleachers have become synonymous for.

The undefinable, undeniable, raucous London band, Fat Dog, return after a period of calm with renewed ferocity, new tour dates and new music in 2026. 

The band, with chief rabble rouser Joe Love at the eye of the storm and now expanded to a seven piece, will be bringing their riotous live experience to venues across the UK and Europe this Autumn, playing some of their biggest shows to date.

Genre-defying icon Tinie Tempah has been a key player in reshaping the sound and ambition of British rap. From chart-topping hits to high-fashion collaborations, he blends lyrical dexterity with global vision, effortlessly balancing underground credibility with mainstream appeal. 

Where others saw ceilings, Tinie built new floors, fusing grime, hip hop, and electronic music to create anthems that dominated airwaves and defined a generation. 

Now, after time away from music, Tinie is returning with purpose to get people dancing again, offline and together. 

British rock and indie icons, Razorlight, head out on their tour of the UK and Ireland to commemorate 20 years since their smash hit, second album, Razorlight. The release went five times platinum, topping the UK album charts, catapulting the four-piece, fronted by Johnny Borrell, into the mainstream. 

The tour will see Razorlight’s four classic members perform the album in full, including defining classics “In The Morning”, “Before I Fall To Pieces”, and “I Can’t Stop This Feeling I’ve Got”, alongside deep cuts like “Hold On”, “Who Needs Love”, and “Kirby’s House”.

Following the success of the anniversary tours of the UK and North America, The Pogues are going back on the road.

Original members James Fearnley, Jem Finer and Spider Stacy will lead the charge, and will once again be joined by their usual superlative collection of special guest musicians and singers, among them the cream of the current generation of Irish artists.

Together, they are going to take The Pogues songbook, one of the most influential and inspiring bodies of work to have emerged from that maelstrom of creativity that was the 1980s and infuse it with all the fire and joy it deserves, including “Fairytale of New York,” “Dirty Old Town,” “A Pair of Brown Eyes,” “Rainy Night in Soho,” “If I Should Fall From Grace With God,” and many more.

The cult American rock band’s blend of garage rock, disco, punk and new wave has brought them global fame, and Top 5 hits in the UK with “Danger! High Voltage” and “Gay Bar”. Led by the sharp tongue-in-cheek wit of lead vocalist Dick Valentine, it’s easy to see why people say that everyone should experience a gig by the mighty Six at least once in their lifetime.

The Snuts have established themselves as one of the most successful breakthrough bands of recent years. Now, they return with their fourth studio album Joy In Short Moments, their most grounded and direct work to date.

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Saturday 14 March 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.

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

Slade’s unique blend of pop and rock'n'roll, outrageous flamboyance and pure fun, and no less than 23 Top 20 singles, they have become a firm favourite in the hearts of pop fans all over the world. 

Their chart career has spanned six decades with hits including “Far Far Away”, "Cum on Feel the Noize" and "Coz I Luv You" and their stage performance is a dynamic, powerful and exhilarating roller-coaster ride of pure unadulterated rock'n'roll. 

One of the generations most decorated producers, Trevor Horn and his band head out on tour this December with a setlist of iconic hits that he produced, played and sang on.

Shed Seven return with their iconic winter tour, ‘Shedcember X’, which promises to be their biggest and most celebratory yet. Since its inception in 2007, ‘Shedcember’ has grown into a cult institution for fans, becoming the definitive start to the festive season.

Each night will see the band deliver a career-spanning set packed with anthems including “Going For Gold”, “Chasing Rainbows”, “Disco Down”, “On Standby” and “Talk Of The Town”. 

Expect huge atmospheres, special moments and a tour that celebrates everything Shed Seven have built over the last three decades.

Shed Seven return with their iconic winter tour, ‘Shedcember X’, which promises to be their biggest and most celebratory yet. Since its inception in 2007, ‘Shedcember’ has grown into a cult institution for fans, becoming the definitive start to the festive season.

Each night will see the band deliver a career-spanning set packed with anthems including “Going For Gold”, “Chasing Rainbows”, “Disco Down”, “On Standby” and “Talk Of The Town”. 

Expect huge atmospheres, special moments and a tour that celebrates everything Shed Seven have built over the last three decades.

Since their formation in Plano, Texas in 2010, genre-bending instrumental group Polyphia, have made a name for themselves by blending intricate guitar riffs with hip-hop rhythms, bass-heavy trap music, and progressive metal and rock influences. 

Polyphia has evolved into an international force with sold out shows across the globe, hundreds of millions of streams and video views, and a die-hard fan base. 

Britpop-era icons Ash head out on tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their seminal debut album 1977. 

1977 defined a generation with its breakneck energy, razor-sharp hooks, and unforgettable anthems including "Girl From Mars", "Goldfinger", "Kung Fu", and "Oh Yeah". 

Get ready for the ultimate night of emo and pop punk, as Fell Out Boy and The Black Charade pull out all the stops with an incredible production that features authentic costumes and choreography, plus unrivalled renditions with all the power and passion of their creators.

Embrace your inner teenager and join the parade for what promises to be the ultimate celebration of the emo genre.

Celebrate the Music of Chris Stapleton with The Chris Stapleton Experience.

Experience the soulful storytelling and powerful vocals that define Chris Stapleton's music, brought to life by a full live band. This tribute captures the essence of Stapleton's artistry, delivering heartfelt renditions of his greatest hits featuring classics like “Tennessee Whiskey”, “Broken Halos”, and “Starting Over”.

Don't miss this exceptional evening celebrating the music of a modern country legend.

Daft Funk Live are one of the world's most prestigious Daft Punk tribute bands - diligently constructing a live accolade of Daft Punk’s legendary performances and appearances. 

They incorporate their own synchronised light shows together with live instruments to give a truly immersive and unique experience. Their stage production is meticulously crafted, paying the utmost respect to the infamous and illusive robots.

Black Veil Brides’ seventh album VINDICATE, harnesses the blend of grandeur and intimacy at the heart of the band’s melodic, metallic sound. Each song on the album explores belief and distinct expressions of revenge, tracing a clear throughline across Black Veil Brides’ history and distilling the emotional instincts that have defined every era into their most focused and resonant form.

The latest release ushers in Black Veil Brides' most visceral, creative, thrilling, and uncompromising era yet, as the band continues to defy expectations and misconceptions held by casual onlookers. Black Veil Brides forever champions the isolated and the dismissed. They’re an object of devotion and obsession for those who sing their anthems in unison, a diverse BVB Army that never surrenders.

The Southmartins are a talented crew of musicians fronted by a vocal dead-ringer for Paul Heaton. They produce a lively take on the back catalogue of The Beautiful South and The Housemartins; expect to be treated to the likes of “Happy Hour”, “Perfect 10”, “Rotterdam”, “Don't Marry Her”, “Me and The Farmer”, “Song For Whoever”... and many more.

A cornerstone of the UK tribute scene, Antarctic Monkeys’ live show has the power, passion and creative edge to whip audiences into a frenzy while delivering the powerful tunes of Arctic Monkeys the way they should be.

Countess Luann de Lesseps is back with her all-new live show, "The Love Tour" as her latest cabaret experience. 

Original cast member of one of the most successful franchises in television history, The Real Housewives of New York City, The Countess has achieved some real history of her own, with live appearances across the globe. 

Luann transformed her career as a nurse, model, actress, author, philanthropist, and TV star into a wildly successful cabaret entertainer: she is undoubtedly the voice of luxury. 

Step into Craig's living room and immerse yourself in the ultimate Funk & Soul House Party experience. Renowned DJ Craig Charles invites fans to join him as he delves into his extensive record collection, spinning straight-up groove bangers, exclusive funk and soul cuts, and much more. 

Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply looking for a night of unforgettable music, Craig's Funk & Soul House Party promises to deliver an experience like no other. So, turn up the volume, hit the dancefloor, and get ready for a night that will leave you grooving until the early hours. 

Bradford rockers Terrorvision and UK rock powerhouse Massive Wagons join forces for their co-headline UK tour ‘Roar Of The Roses’.

Like crossing live wires, South Arcade generate pure electricity by plugging pop punk, rock, nu-metal, and alternative into an eclectic and ecstatic hybrid without comparison. 

The Oxford quartet made up of Harmony Cavelle (vocals), Harry Winks (guitar), Cody Jones (drums), and Ollie Green (bass), have vaulted to the doorstep of global stardom powered by hyper-charged performances and generational bangers.

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 has been rescheduled from Thursday 19 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.

Formed in 2002, having met at university in Birmingham, Editors have released seven studio albums all of which achieved top 10 status in the UK. 

Never afraid to musically explore different shades and colours, over the past 20+ years they have become one of the U.K.’s most loved and acclaimed bands both at home and around the world.