Fun for all the family in this animated comedy-drama, paired with a French-themed lunch for adults and children

Remy the rat joins forces with clumsy kitchen worker Linguini, as he follows his dream of becoming Paris’ finest chef. Cue hilarity and high jinks that will turn the city’s restaurants upside down! This Disney Pixar film won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, and is a romp of charming, life-enhancing fun for all the family.

A jazz trio sets the mood with upbeat live music in the Howard Assembly Room atrium before the film.

Let this feel-good musical whisk you away, plus enjoy a three-course menu offering up a taste of Greece

ABBA’s most recognisable songs in a jukebox musical. With a star-studded cast featuring Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried and Pierce Brosnan, and set against the backdrop of the stunning Greek island of ‘Kalokairi’, Mamma Mia! is the ultimate feel-good summer movie.

Ready to sing along? Prepare those vocal chords with a group warm up before the screening, led by chorus member Molly Barker and Opera North pianist Annette Saunders.

A special Staycation film screening for US Independence Day, with live music and a themed Americana menu in Kino

Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon are the best friends on a weekend getaway in a sleek blue Thunderbird. After an incident at a roadside diner, the road trip turns into an escape from the law, and a chase across Arkansas toward the Grand Canyon. Callie Khouri won an Oscar for the screenplay, and Ridley Scott’s cinematography captures the immense beauty of the West.

Enjoy a special set of live music before the film by Lauren Housley and The Northern Cowboys.

Escape into romance in the classic movie Roman Holiday, paired with a three-course menu exuding Italian nostalgia – that’s amore!

William Wyler’s Oscar-winning romantic comedy, Roman Holiday is the archetypal ‘staycation film’. Starring Audrey Hepburn, Gregory Peck, and a lovingly shot 1950s Rome, it tells the story of a bored and sheltered princess who escapes her guardians and heads into the eternal city with an American newsman.

Journey further down the Italian coast for a 30-minute live music set of Neapolitan songs from Aidan Edward before the film.

Five course wine-paired tasting menu.

What happens when an Argentinian winemaker brings his talents to Northern Spain? You get an array of exceptional wines that celebrate and respect each unique territory, all while maintaining an intimate connection to the vine.

The UK’s biggest touring firework spectacular is coming to Leeds for the first time. Autumn Lights is an established family event featuring live entertainment, fairground rides and street food stalls with two firework displays choreographed to music from around the world as the main attraction.

The headline act is dance duo Phats and Small, best known for their international hit “Turn Around” with award-winning DJ and presenter Ryan Swain, fire-eaters, Spark!, the original LED drummers and party band HUGE to entertain the crowds.

Leeds African and Caribbean Food Fest is BACK! 

Be prepared to tantalize your taste buds and experience a culinary and colourful explosion of African, and Caribbean Food and drinks.

This year's annual food fest not only coincides with Leeds West Indian Carnival it promises to be bigger, bringing together over 25+ food, drinks and craft stalls under one roof to celebrate the culinary skills, and flavours, of Africa and the Caribbean, brought to you, by our very own esteemed chefs.

THE GARDEN PARTY 2024

The Garden Party returns on Saturday June 22nd at Scott Hall Farm, a secluded 200-year-old Grade II listed farmhouse on the edge of Scott Hall Woods. It’s a 15-minute walk from Leeds City Centre and a short walk from Chapeltown, Meanwood and Woodhouse.

MUSIC & SOUNDSYSTEM

There will be music throughout the day and late into the evening, showcasing the mountain of local talent we have on our doorstep, with Cornerstone Hi-Fi providing the sound.

FOOD & DRINK

Out Together, the charity which supports older LGBTQ+ people across West Yorkshire, is holding its fundraising All Out Together Ball.

This year’s event will be hosted by presenter and star of Married at First Sight UK, Matt Jameson, and broadcaster Christine Talbot. 

Law firm Weightmans are the headline sponsor of the event, which will feature performances from international award-winning drag artist Chichi Monroe, and Nikk Mager who first found fame as a finalist of Popstars the Rivals and as a member of the band Phixx.