Special Events in Leeds

Ice Cube, Jan-Mar, visitors can enjoy the largest temporary ice rink in the UK at the Millennium Square.

Medieval Easter at The Royal Armouries, each Easter, brave knights do battle and show off their horse skills at the International Jousting Tournament, which includes stilt-walking jesters and medieval musical entertainment.

Leeds Young Peoples' Film Festival, Mar-Apr, each spring Leeds stages this popular festival with screenings, workshops and master-classes hosted at some of the city's finest venues and institutions.

Leeds Shopping Week, one week each May, championing its status as one of the UK's great shopping cities, the city celebrates with fashion shows, retail seminars, entertainment and hefty discounts for shoppers.

Leeds Pride, Aug, the city's gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender communities celebrate their identity with this loud and lively parade that marches proudly through the city centre.

The Carling Weekend, Aug, each summer some of the best bands from around the world perform at this popular weekend music festival.

Leeds International Film Festival, Nov, this annual event showcases an eclectic mix of features, shorts, documentaries and animations by filmmakers from all over the world.

Christkindelmarkt, Nov-Dec, this popular German Christmas market in the Millennium Square is the perfect place to shop and soak up the festive atmosphere.