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Leicester Events Calendar

Looking for something to do in Leicester? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Leicester with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Leicester and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Leicester, featuring the best of things to do in Leicester – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Leicester fundraisers and charity events.

Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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  • Tango Libre Leicester – Argentine Tango Classes and Social Dancing

    Enderby Civic Center King Street, Enderby, Enderby

    Tango Libre Leicester is a vibrant, weekly Argentine tango gathering for dancers of all levels — from total beginners to seasoned social dancers. Held every Tuesday evening (launch on 3rd March 2026) at the welcoming Enderby Civic Centre, this event offers the chance to learn, connect, and dance in a relaxed, community-focused setting. Each evening […]

    £10

  • MVT Fundraiser Leicester @ Firebug

    Firebug 1 Millstone Ln, Leicester LE1 5JN, Leicester, Leicester

    Hi, I'm Charlie Smith, an Alternative Acoustic artist from Hampshire, UK. In April, I will be embarking on my spring tour, fundraising for the Music Venue Trust. This will include six different grassroots music venues around England. Join us on the 15th of April at the Firebug Leicester for an acoustic special featuring four independent […]

    Free - Donate what you want

  • Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

    The Kings Centre 56 Bull Head Street, Wigston, Leicester, Leicester

    Youth Mental Health First Aid training for foster & kinship carers. adoptive parents, and anyone supporting care-experienced young people. Why join? Learn practical skills to support young people's mental health Gain accreditation as a Youth Mental Health First Aider Build confidence to respond to crises and promote wellbeing Cost: £45 per person (includes all course […]

    £45

  • K-pop Huntrix themed family friendly party event

    Whetstone memorial hall High street, Leicester, Leicester

    THE K-POP DEMON HUNTERS THEMED PARTY EVENT IS COMING ! MEET OUR HUNTRIX TRIO TRIBUTE IN OUR FAMILY FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT AND GET READY FOR HIGH ENERGY K-POP THEMED FUN ! OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE A FUN AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AND RAISE MONEY FOR LOCAL SCHOOLS. RESERVE YOUR TICKETS TODAY , LIMITED […]

    £10 – £20

  • UK and European Security in a Turbulent World: Challenges and Alliances

    Secular Hall 75 Humberstone Gate, Leicester, Leicester

    What are the key external threats facing UK security today and how are European countries working together on defence issues?  To what extent is NATO still relevant? And what is Liberal Democrat policy in relation to all of this? Join Dr Phil Bennion and Dr Carol Weaver for an engaging discussion on these issues at a time of increasing […]

    Donations appreciated

  • Four Seasons and The Lark Ascending By Candlelight

    Leicester Cathedral Peacock Lane, Leicester, Leicester

    London Concertante are delighted to announce the return of their sell-out Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and The Lark Ascending by Candlelight concert series. Experience astounding music by one of classical music’s greatest composers performed by some of the country’s best classical musicians all presented by stunning candlelight in cathedrals across the UK & Ireland. Bathe in soaring crescendos and melodic strings as our live ensemble conjures […]

    £26

  • The Life and Legacy Of Larry Gains

    Leicester Unity Boxing Club 1 The Old Barn Walk, Home Farm, Beaumont Leys,, Leicester, Leicester

    Join us for “The Life and Legacy of Larry Gains”, an inspiring evening celebrating one of boxing’s most remarkable pioneers. Presented by The Gains Heritage Foundation in partnership with Leicester Unity Boxing Club, this special event will explore Larry Gains’ extraordinary journey, from his rise in professional boxing to his lasting impact on the sporting […]

    Free

  • Matthew Bourne’s The Car Man

    Curve Curve, 60 Rutland Street, Leicester, Leicester

    FASTEN YOUR SEAT BELTS… Matthew Bourne’s award-winning THE CAR MAN is back! Loosely based on Bizet’s ever-popular opera, THE CAR MAN has one of the most thrilling and instantly recognisable scores in New Adventures’ repertoire. The familiar 19th Century Spanish cigarette factory becomes a greasy 1950’s garage-diner in the American Mid-West where the dreams and passions of a small-town […]

    £26.50
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