Watch Out for ZouZou - Safar Film Festival

SAFAR Film Festival presents a premiere of the newly restored Watch Out for Zouzou by Hassan Al-Imam. This classic was one of the highest-grossing Egyptian films of all time.

Starring Suad Husni – known affectionately as the ‘Cinderella of the Screen’ and often compared to Marilyn Monroe – the story examines societal tensions when traditional values and social mores are challenged by modern liberalism in 1970s Egypt.

‘Out in the World:’ Ireland's LGBTQ+ Diaspora

In collaboration with Leeds Irish Health & Homes.

Across the generations, Irish LGBTQ+ people have emigrated and found opportunities to live and love openly. Yet this journey was rarely a simple transition from an oppressive island to a liberal wider world. Irish LGBTQ+ emigrants often faced prejudice abroad. The island of Ireland, once a place of shame and silence, could also become a welcoming site of return. This exhibition, on loan from the Irish Embassy in London, highlights twelve stories from the largely untold history of Ireland’s LGBTQ+ diaspora.

Lughnasadh: An evening of Traditional Irish Music & Song

Kevin Mullowney (Guitar & Lead Vocals), Gerry Brownridge (Guitar & Harmony Vocals) & Christy Herron (Guitar & Backing Vocals).

'Lughnasadh' is a celtic  festival marking the beginning of the harvest season. Historically, it was widely observed throughout Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man. Traditionally, it is held on 1 August, or about halfway between the summer solstice and autumn equinox.

Harry Potter’s Hungarian Horntail Dragon on Briggate

Leeds locals will have a rare chance to interact with a piece of Harry Potter filmmaking magic history on 26th May.

A Hungarian Horntail dragon will be landing at Briggate, Leeds a special appearance outside its rightful home at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - The Making of Harry Potter. Visitors to Briggate, Leeds will be able to get up close and personal with the magical creature, which fans will recognise from Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire, experiencing its ability to roar, move and even give passersby a delightful wink of its eye.

Victoria Leeds Midlife Magic Style Brunch

Join us at The Cut & Craft for a lively and inspiring Midlife Magic Style Brunch.

Special guests include midlife models and style gurus, Rachel Peru, Bernadette Gledhill and Annie Stirk. They’ll be joined by TV personality Christine Talbot, as they share their takes on personal style, fashion favourites and faux pas, beauty tips, and much more. The tickets will be £25 with £10 from every ticket going to Smartworks.

This event is a part of the Victoria Leeds Fashion Week.