The Canal and River Trust bring their wildlife themed family activities and games to Leeds Dock. Experience a glow in the dark bat cave which highlights the important conservation work protecting our fantastic creatures of the night. There’ll be plenty of games too, with glow in the dark bowling and giant noughts and crosses.
Relive Leeds’ rich history with SLIDESHOW, a stunning array of vintage photographs from the 1970s to the 1990s. Curated by local historian and artist Clifford Stead, these rarely-beforeseen images will be projected using a traditional slide projector. A bespoke audio track using field recordings has been created by sound artist Fran Bundey which evokes the city’s past and present.
Produced by Anna Burns, Community Lead for Department Leeds Dock, and commissioned by Department Leeds Dock.
Artists: Clifford Stead & Fran Bundey (UK)
A 5-metre fire-breathing dragon has landed at Leeds Dock. Inspired by carnival from Trinidad and Tobago, and accompanied by high energy percussion and special fire effects, you won’t want to miss this magical performance.
Supported by Royal Armouries Museum Leeds
Performances by Positive Productions (UK)
Projected onto a mist of water, Monad unites the elements of life: fire, air, water and earth and presents a circle as a symbol of time, the perpetual motion of life. This stunning and poetic artwork invites us to reflect on birth, life, death and rebirth – the giant rhythm of the universe. A highlight of Light Night Leeds, Monad creates a sense of wonder and reflection about life itself.
Supported by Leeds Dock
Artwork by Anastasia Isachsen (Norway)
Following the success of his ginormous 68 date run with 67 sold out shows (thanks Middlesbrough!), viral sensation and all-round great guy, Vittorio Angelone is extending his tour into the autumn and returning to Leeds.
Balle Balle!
The Indians Are Coming… so round up your friends and join us for an uplifting night of laughter!
Starring Tommy Sandhu (BBC, Brownload), Sinthujha Kumarasamy (Canadian Swedish Guest), Raj Poojara (BBC Regional Finalist, So You Think You’re Funny Semi-finalist) andPreet Singh (British Comedian of the Year Semi-finalist, BBC AN), it’s a comedy night with a tantalising thali of talent. The Indians Are Coming brings you an exceptional selection of both established and new comedy acts from across the globe.
Have you ever wanted to sing the Requiems by Gabriel Fauré or Sir John Rutter?
Here's your perfect chance to do so in a friendly environment and in the company of lots of other singers of all ages and ability!
St Peter's Singers will host the event and lead the singing in the glorious setting of Leeds Minster. It will be directed by the brilliant Alexander Woodrow, with Shaun Turnbull on the keys of the Minster's famous Harrison & Harrison organ.
Join The Highrise Project every Wednesday for our FREE animation drop in.
Learn animation skills from peers and drop-in facilitators. Access free materials, devices and software to support you with your enjoyment and exploration of animation.
Suitable for beginners and those with more experience.
Access a wide range of resources and enjoy free hot drinks and biscuits in a fun relaxed and welcoming space. Not sure about what to expect.
Collective is a free community art space for all residents of Leeds. Come and Join local artists and make art, no experience needed.
Free materials ( wide range)
Free hot and cold drinks and biscuits and access to kitchen
Skill sharing
Make friends and chat
Work on a project or learn a new skill
Access to digital devices and software, eg Procreate, Procreate Dreams, Stop-motion
A safe space
You can also access 1 to 1 creative digital tutorials and basic digital skills and book onto digital skills workshops
The Highrise Project presents: Edek’s Doodle Chat is a relaxed art group for everyone to doodle and chat.
A safe space to talk and listen. An opportunity to be social and prioritise well-being. A place to connect and build community.
We encourage you to bring along a creative activity that you’re working on. This could be anything from a colouring book to a painting, writing materials to collage stuff, or some air-drying clay. If you don't have anything, don't worry, there will be a range of materials and some inspiration if you would like some.