About Leeds Festivals

(Leeds, England)

The vibrant city of Leeds offers a comprehensive selection of festivals, with something for everyone all year round.

Popular festivals in Leeds include the following events.

Annual Leeds Festivals

• April: Harrogate Spring Flower Show, major horticultural event taking place at the vast Great Yorkshire Showground
• May: Hot-Air Balloon Festival, mid-May, Temple Newsham
• May: Leeds Half Marathon, attracting crowds of both runners and spectators
• June: Classic and Vintage Car Rally, with a range of historic vehicles at Harewood House
• July: Opera in the Park, free live music taking place at Temple Newsam



• August: Leeds Shakespeare Festival, theatrical performances of famous Shakespeare plays taking place at the Kirkstall Abbey Cloisters
• September: Classic Proms Open Air Concert, outdoor music at Harewood House
• November: Leeds International Film Festival, with screening of many international films at a number of central venues
• November: Leeds Lights, seasonal illuminations marking the start of the Christmas season and related festivities

Conference Leeds
Address: White Rose House, 28A York Place, Leeds, England
Tel: +44 (0)113 220 6351
Website: www.conference-leeds.com

Aspire
Address: 2 Infirmary Street, Leeds, England
Tel: +44 (0)113 236 8368
Website: www.aspire-leeds.co.uk