What’s On
What's On in Leicester? What are some things to do this weekend? Look no further! We've got you covered...
Leicestershire is a beautiful county with a rich history and culture. There is something for everyone in Leicestershire, from stunning countryside and historic villages to world-class attractions and events and a city with over 2,000 years of history to discover.
There is always something happening in Leicestershire. Take a look at some of the key events below, and make sure you have a full look at our extensive events calendar!
What’s On
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5 May
Reimagining Tomorrow: New Work, Afrofuturism and Technology
Reimagining Tomorrow: New Work, Afrofuturism and Technology
Reimagining Tomorrow: New Work, Afrofuturism and Technology
The conference for LDIF26 Reimagining Tomorrow: New Work, Afrofuturism and Technology is…
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5 May
Jalen N’gonda
Jalen N’gonda
Jalen N’gonda
Jalen N’gonda is one of the most captivating performers on today’s soul scene. His voice, equal…
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5 May
Children’s Endeavour Trust Christmas Concert
Children’s Endeavour Trust Christmas Concert
Children’s Endeavour Trust Christmas Concert
Children’s Endeavour Trust is delighted to present its first Christmas concert. Join Broke Hall,…
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5 May
Rum
Rum
Rum
Meet Danny, plastering since he was a kid, he’s not scared of anything, he’s RUM. Danny’s been…
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6 May
Ldif+ Masterclass – Embodied Rituals With Jamal Callender
Ldif+ Masterclass – Embodied Rituals With Jamal Callender
Ldif+ Masterclass – Embodied Rituals With Jamal Callender
Jamal Callender’s journey into dance began at New York City’s Ballet Tech and Brooklyn College…
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6 May
Dance Dialogues – Diaspora in Motion: Tradition, Technology…
Dance Dialogues – Diaspora in Motion: Tradition, Technology…
Dance Dialogues – Diaspora in Motion: Tradition, Technology and Transformation with Christopher Rudd
Rudd is a Jamaican-born dancemaker whose work is informed by his experience as a queer Black man…
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6 May
Chatsang: creative writing workshop in the Nature of…
Chatsang: creative writing workshop in the Nature of…
Chatsang: creative writing workshop in the Nature of Being with Mellow Baku
Meditative reflections, prompts, gentle dialogues, curious discussion and self inquiry, with…
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6 May
Philharmonia: Leonidas Kavakos & Kian Soltani
Philharmonia: Leonidas Kavakos & Kian Soltani
Philharmonia: Leonidas Kavakos & Kian Soltani
Leonidas Kavakos conductor Kian Soltani cello DVORÁK Vanda Overture SCHUMANN Cello…
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6 May
Talon: Acoustic
Talon: Acoustic
Talon: Acoustic
Sitting on bar stools and armed with no more than their trademark four-part vocal harmony,…
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6 May
Dariush Kanani
Dariush Kanani
Dariush Kanani
Dariush Kanani has established himself as one the finest fingerstyle guitarists of his…
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6 May
Signatures and the Black British Dance Platform
Signatures and the Black British Dance Platform
Signatures and the Black British Dance Platform
Part of Let’s Dance International Frontiers 2026 (LDIF26), SIGNATURES AND BLACK BRITISH DANCE…
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6 May
Classroom Comedy Club May
Classroom Comedy Club May
Classroom Comedy Club May
We’re back at Real Ale Classroom for the May instalment of Classroom Comedy Club! Join Us in…
Featured Events
Kilworth House Theatre
Kilworth House Theatre
An award-winning outdoor theatre with West-End level productions in the heart of Leicestershire. This breath-taking 550-seat open-air venue is devoted to delivering large-scale, professional musical theatre and has earned national acclaim as one of the UK’s top outdoor theatres.
Featured Festivals
Leicester Festivals
Leicester Festivals
Leicester’s festival calendar is packed with diverse and exciting events, catering to a wide range of interests. From the renowned Comedy Festival to the Annual Leicester Pride Festival, and of course the largest Diwali celebrations outside of India, Leicester’s festivals promise an unforgettable experience.