A Spice Girls-themed karaoke bottomless brunch is arriving atCookridge Street, Leeds this September and we know you Wannabe there.
Perfect for any 90s pop fan who fancies singing along to the iconic girl band’s greatest hits, this bottomless karaoke brunch promises it all: from free-flowing cocktails to the songs of your childhood on repeat, plus tasty brunch dishes to boot.
It’s been a long time coming, but now that the government’s roadmap seems to be well on its way we can finally get excited for this mega event.
Set to be "full of fun and madness", attendees at each 90-minute session are encouraged to get into the spirit of the 90s girl band and come dressed to impress by channeling their favorite Spice GIrl.
Of course, the singalong sessions are set to be the main event - but the combination of great songs, brilliant 90s outfits and unlimited drinks like aperol spritz, Ketel V&Ts, prosecco, Amstel, Heineken 0.00% and bloody marys pretty much guarantee this party is going to go off.
Brunch dishes, meanwhile, span the likes of fluffy American pancakes topped with blueberries, banana and Nutella chocolate spread; smashed avocado on toast with hot sauce, tomatoes and chilli flakes; and two different brunch grills that bring together all the best elements of a tradiional English fry up.
There's good options for vegans, veggies and those with a gluten free diet, so no matter your preferences you're sure to be well catered for here. And for those who don't feel like going bottomless, there is also a selection of soft drinks on offer.
Taking place on Sunday, 5 September, ticket prices start from £25 for food and entry with the bottomless drinks package just an additional £15 on top. For 90 minutes of free-flowing cocktails, beers and wines, that's not too shabby in our opinion.
To find our more and grab your tickets, head over to the event page here.
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Leeds Tattoo Expo to return to the First Direct Arena for 10th anniversary
The tenth annual Leeds Tattoo Expo will showcase some of the best in tattooing both local and internationally.
If you fancy getting yourself a fancy new bit of ink, then look no further than the iconic Leeds Tattoo Expo that will be returning to the First Direct Arena this June.
Taking place on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June 2025, over 200 tattooists and 70 traders will be flocking to the city to show off their skills.
And not only that, but there’ll also be a whole host of market traders for you to browse as well as live music to have a boogie to.
The artists will be tattooing with options for both pre-booked appointments and walk ups available throughout the weekend.
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There will also be a piercer, tooth gems and a henna artist ready to adorn your body.
Alongside getting tattooed, there’s plenty to do and to see over the whole weekend; there'll be an alternative drawing class, an illustrators market with kids’ workshops provided by Art Gecko, an art fusion event on the main stage, burlesque performances and competitions, a small vintage clothing pop-up, fire breathing and break dancing demonstrations in the square outside the arena.
The annual tattoo competitions will also be taking place each evening, where tattooists showcase their work to a panel of judges, sponsored by Killer Ink!
To celebrate Leeds Tattoo Expo's tenth anniversary, they'll be hosting a Pre-Party at Belgrave Music Hall on Thursday 5 June which is a completely free entry event complete with live music and free pizza.
You can find out more about the event and book your tickets here via the First Direct Arena's website.
Mumford & Sons add new Leeds show at the First Direct Arena to sell out UK tour
Clementine Hall
Two new arena dates have been added to their forthcoming UK tour, after selling out the entire run within two hours.
Ahead of dropping their fifth studio LP Rushmere at the end of the month, the cult favourite folk-rock outfit announced a brand-new European tour in support of the record, including a limited UK leg.
The now sold-out arena run starts in Europe in November before now arriving in Leeds on Sunday 30 November.
The significance of the band’s return can be found in the title of the new album, as Rushmereis the spot where it all began for the boys: a pond located on Wimbledon Common in south-west London where Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane first hung out.
However, the multi-award-winning acoustic-driven British rockers and folk revivalists are now a trio following the departure of Winston Marshall, who quit the band back in 2021 following controversies surrounding his right-wing beliefs.
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With that in mind, it’s rather fitting that they have insisted that beyond just a place and a title, Rushmere is alsothebeginning of a new phase.
Following an intense period of creativity, the project was produced by fellow nine-time Grammy winner Dave Cobb and recorded at the famous RCA Studio A in Nashville, as well as in Savannah, Georgia and back home at Marcus’ studio in Devon.
The album itself drops on this Friday 28 March and judging by the little that we’ve heard so far, they’ve been well worth the wait.
As for the arena show, tickets will go on sale this Thursday 27 March at 10am.
Best of all, they’re donating £1 from every ticket sold straight to War Child UK – this sort of stuff should be standard for any big act as far as we’re concerned.
Georgina Pellant -
13th August 2021 
