Below Stairs
Slip down the steps into this quiet, brick-walled sanctuary that feels miles away from the city centre bustle. The bartenders here treat mixology like storytelling, serving up thoughtful, narrative-driven cocktails without an ounce of pretension. It is the perfect, low-lit spot to decompress and kick off the night.
Ox Club
Tucked inside Headrow House, this is wood-fired cooking done with absolute precision. Expect smoke-infused flatbreads, coal-roasted local vegetables, and stellar cuts of meat that don't need to shout to impress. It’s vibrant, fast-paced enough for a pre-show dinner, yet far too good to rush.
first direct arena
Tonight, the arena hosts the soaring, cinematic compositions of Hans Zimmer. Expect an immersive production of heavy brass, soaring strings, and synth that will make you feel like you're hurtling through interstellar space. Grab your seats, skip the generic foyer bars, and lose yourself in the score.
Sela Bar
Keep the acoustic high going at this beloved basement joint that has been keeping Leeds cool for decades. It is a warm, red-lit retreat serving up classic cocktails, craft beers, and late-night stone-baked pizzas if you've worked up a post-concert appetite. Spin some jazz, funk, and soul on the vinyl decks to wrap up the night.
