Christmas time, mistletoe and wine, children singing Christian rhymes... you know the rest. It’s the first of December which means it’s now socially acceptable to talk about Christmas, so here’s a list of Christmassy (and non-Christmassy) things to keep you ticking over this month.
Laugh at ‘Fashion Loves Comedy’
Left Bank, Cardigan Rd, Burley, Leeds LS6 1LJ
5th December
£20 (reach out to info@fashionlovescomedy.com for free tickets for students)
In this miserable and dreary weather, a good laugh is what you need. ‘Fashion Loves Comedy’ is bringing an exciting blend of local creative talent with performances from local comedians and well-known stars.
Get your tickets here.
Get Creative at Sculpture Photographed
Leeds Art Gallery, The Headrow, Leeds LS1 3AA
8th December
Free
Go on an arty journey through the Henry Moore Institute Archive Gallery and connect with sculpture through photography in this workshop.
Find out more and book your space here.
Scran a Christmas Sarnie at The Hive
The Hive, Portland Way, Leeds LS1 3HE
Until 14th December
£2.90 - £4.75
Forget Christmas in a can, The Hive has Christmas in a sandwich (or panini). Check out the new festive specials which include sandwiches, paninis and a range of hot drinks!
See the festive menu here!
Explore Northern Lights, Leeds
Temple Newsam, Leeds LS15 0AE
21st November – 31st December
£19.50
Northern Lights has taken over Temple Newsam for it’s enchanting Christmas trail of illumination. The 90-minute trail has 14 illumination zones with fairground rides and plenty of festive treats.
Find out more or book here.
Mooch around Leeds Christmas Markets
22nd November – 22nd December
City Square and Millenium Square, Leeds
Now, we know we had this on the list for November, but can you ever get bored of Christmas markets? Grab your coat and get to City and Millenium Square to eat and drink yourself into oblivion.
Check out the ultimate guide to Leeds Christmas Market here.
Browse Leeds Trinity
Leeds Trinity, 27 Albion St, Leeds LS1 5AT
Last minute Christmas shopping or just a quick browse, Leeds Trinity has all the shops and restaurants to keep you busy.
Check out all the places where you can get student discount on food and drinks too!
Shout loud at the Beauty and the Beast Pantomime
27th November – 2nd January
Carriageworks Theatre, Electric Press 3, Leeds LS2 3AD
£10.20 - £25
What says Christmas more than a panto? Get yourself along to Carriageworks theatre for an evening of laughter, cheer and HE’S BEHIND YOU!
Find out more here.