Leeds Nightlife

Leeds has a great reputation for its nightlife with an abundance of bars, pubs and a thriving music scene.
Spend an evening at the theatre or opera then visit one of the many clubs where you can dance the night away. Relax in a bar with river views or sample locally brewed beers at a real ale pub, the choice is yours.

Browse through our guides written by locals on nights out in Leeds.

Ideas for a good night out in Leeds

Written by Darren Cronian

Like most of my nights out with friends in the city centre we all agree which pub we are going to start off at and then see where our legs take us. When you are out of with friends you try and cater for everyone and the good thing about Leeds is that there’s a lot of choice, including cocktail bars...

Written by Danny Pugsley

The Bracken Fox in Scarcroft, a family friendly pub With the nights now getting lighter, thoughts invariably begin to turn towards spring and summer and for those with children there is the relief of being able to spend more time outdoors with the dark winter weekends on the way out. There are plenty...

Great local pubs with open fires in Leeds

Written by Carol Ferndale

The Calverley Arms with it’s great open fire We have had a few people request a guide on cosy pubs in Leeds and come winter there’s nothing like snuggling up somewhere that is warm, friendly and welcoming, so it’s nice to find a pub where you can thaw out round a warm, cosy fireplace. So here...

Written by Danny Pugsley

A popular venue to watch football, the Sports Café in Leeds The long, warm summer nights generally need no excuse for you to get out and about and enjoy a few drinks. But with the summer of 2010 play hosting to the World Cup in South Africa, there is even more incentive to head out and catch some of...

Best clubbing nights at night clubs in Leeds

Written by Danny Pugsley

Clubbing at the Mission in Leeds Ever since the dance music phenomenon exploded almost two decades ago, Leeds has considered itself at the forefront as a clubbing mecca. Leeds has hosted some of the biggest club nights over the years and still continues to offer some of the best clubbing experiences...

Review of five popular bars in Leeds city centre

Written by Danny Pugsley

Beers from around the world at the North Bar As well as being renowned for its nightclubs and the more traditional style pubs, Leeds has long boasted a thriving bar scene that caters for a discerning, fun loving and diverse crowd. The rejuvenation of many parts of the city over the past few years has...

Written by Carol Ferndale

Prior to 1771 the only chance of seeing a bit of theatre in Leeds was when strolling players visited and performed in the pubs, but then Leeds got its first theatre, and the city has never looked back since. Here is a look at the theatres in Leeds. West Yorkshire Playhouse The West Yorkshire Playhouse...

Written by Carol Ferndale

The evenings are getting darker and we’ll soon be into the start of autumn. But should we let that bother us? Of course not! Dark evenings are a great excuse for a good night out, and there will be plenty to look forward to in Leeds gig-wise, so here’s what’s on the way. 24th September sees trip-hop...

Guide to Leeds clubs and live music venues

Written by Carol Ferndale

In Leeds there’s plenty going on for people who love good music, be it retro with a modern twist, indie, alternative, rock, or dance. From cult club nights to live, you’ll find it in Leeds. Leeds student nights Brighton Beach is a club night for those who love classic sixties soul, R&B and garage,...

Pub crawl around five of the best pubs in Leeds

Written by Carol Ferndale

Picking Leeds’ top five pubs is no easy task, because there’s a whole load of highly recommended pubs not just in the city centre, but also out towards the universities. Leeds also now has some really good modern bars and brasseries that are much loved by the chic and trendy, but maybe less...

Browse through our guides written by locals on Leeds Nightlife.