What's On in Leeds
Sunday 09 August 2026 · This weekend · City guide
Sunday evening in Leeds has a quietly electric quality, and this particular August night is no exception. Two very different sonic worlds are opening their doors across the city, and both promise something genuinely worth staying out for. Whether you want groove or stillness, energy or atmosphere, Leeds is delivering.
Highlights
The Sugar and Spice Tour — Kicking off at 7:00pm at The Arches Social, this tour date promises the kind of live music evening that reminds you why discovering a new act in an intimate venue is one of life's great pleasures. The Arches Social has a knack for making shows feel personal and electric at the same time, and at just £10–£12 a ticket, this is an absolute steal for a Sunday night out.
Ambient Leeds: Midsommars // Ben McElroy // Black Brunswicker — If you want your Sunday evening to feel like a genuine decompression from the week, this is where you need to be. The Fox and Newt hosts three artists whose music washes over you in waves — think textured soundscapes, slow-burning beauty, and the kind of listening experience that feels rare and considered. Doors at 7:30pm, tickets from £9–£15, and the kind of crowd that actually pays attention.