Cara Dillon
Ask AI: is it for me?
Similar events
View allAbout This Event
Cara Dillon, a highly acclaimed Northern Irish folk singer, brings her annual 'Upon A Winter's Night' tour to the Howard Assembly Room in Leeds on 6 December. Renowned for her exceptional, expressive voice, Dillon has established herself as a prominent figure within the folk scene. Her impressive debut in 2001 earned her not one but two BBC Folk Awards, a testament to her enduring talent. Accompanied by a skilled band that seamlessly blends Celtic rhythms with acoustic instruments, Dillon's performance masterfully weaves together traditional music with a captivating sense of atmosphere and storytelling. This annual Christmas tour has become a highly anticipated highlight of the festive season in Leeds, offering a unique and intimate musical experience that is sure to delight audiences.
The performance will feature a selection of ancient carols alongside contemporary folk songs, all expertly woven together by Dillon and her band. The concert is a regular festive fixture, designed to capture the atmosphere of the season through a mix of traditional and original material drawn from across her nine studio albums.
Cara Dillon is the performer for this event, accompanied by a skilled band that seamlessly blends Celtic rhythms with acoustic instruments.
The concert will take place at the Howard Assembly Room in Leeds on 6 December. Doors open at the specified time, but the exact timing is not provided. It is recommended to check the venue's website for further information on timings and what is included in the ticket price.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Howard Assembly Room.
Ad · Stay22 affiliate link
Line-up
Cara Dillon
View full profile →
Similar Events in Leeds
View all →
Tue, 17 Nov 2026
'Feels Like Fiction' UK TOUR | Chloe Jones | Leeds
Hyde Park Book Club
£12
Thu, 26 Nov 2026
Scott Matthews
Brudenell Social Club
£34.25
Fri, 20 Nov 2026
The Christmas Orchestra - Leeds
Leeds Minster
£16
Mon, 16 Nov 2026
Silver Birch – The lost Acoustic Ladyland Album
Brudenell Social Club
Mon, 16 Nov 2026
Silver Birch - The lost Acoustic Ladyland album
Brudenell Social Club
Mon, 16 Nov 2026
Acoustic Ladyland @ Brudenell Social Club
Brudenell Social Club
More at Howard Assembly Room
View all →
Wed, 18 Nov 2026
Jasper Hoiby’s 3 Elements – joint concert with Howard Assembly Room
Howard Assembly Room
Wed, 18 Nov 2026
Jasper Høiby’s 3Element
Howard Assembly Room
£17.80
Wed, 18 Nov 2026
Jasper Hoiby @ Howard Assembly Room
Howard Assembly Room
Fri, 20 Nov 2026
Ari Hoenig @ Howard Assembly Room
Howard Assembly Room
Fri, 20 Nov 2026
Ari Hoenig Trio
Howard Assembly Room
£17.80
Sun, 22 Nov 2026
BISHI presents Maya
Howard Assembly Room
Frequently asked questions
Cara Dillon takes place on Sunday, 6 December 2026.
Cara Dillon is held at Howard Assembly Room in Leeds (LS1 6NU).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Howard Assembly Room can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Cara Dillon can be booked via visitleeds.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Line-upCara Dillon
Cara Dillon (born 21 July 1975 in Dungiven, County Derry, Northern Ireland) is an Irish folk singer. In 2001, she launched her career as a solo artist in the UK with the eponymous Cara Dillon album. Prior to this, Dillon had been a member of the folk groups Óige and Equation. She and Sam Lakeman (whom she married in 2002) left Equation and signed to Blanco y Negro records going under the name 'Polar Star' (though there do not appear to be any recordings).
View full profileAbout this event
Cara Dillon, a highly acclaimed Northern Irish folk singer, brings her annual 'Upon A Winter's Night' tour to the Howard Assembly Room in Leeds on 6 December. Renowned for her exceptional, expressive voice, Dillon has established herself as a prominent figure within the folk scene. Her impressive debut in 2001 earned her not one but two BBC Folk Awards, a testament to her enduring talent. Accompanied by a skilled band that seamlessly blends Celtic rhythms with acoustic instruments, Dillon's performance masterfully weaves together traditional music with a captivating sense of atmosphere and storytelling. This annual Christmas tour has become a highly anticipated highlight of the festive season in Leeds, offering a unique and intimate musical experience that is sure to delight audiences.
Automatically generated from official event data.
The performance will feature a selection of ancient carols alongside contemporary folk songs, all expertly woven together by Dillon and her band. The concert is a regular festive fixture, designed to capture the atmosphere of the season through a mix of traditional and original material drawn from across her nine studio albums.
Cara Dillon is the performer for this event, accompanied by a skilled band that seamlessly blends Celtic rhythms with acoustic instruments.
The concert will take place at the Howard Assembly Room in Leeds on 6 December. Doors open at the specified time, but the exact timing is not provided. It is recommended to check the venue's website for further information on timings and what is included in the ticket price.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Howard Assembly Room. Searching near LS1 6NU; check-in Sunday, 6 December 2026.
Ad · Stay22 affiliate link
WhereHoward Assembly Room
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Cara Dillon?
Cara Dillon takes place on Sunday, 6 December 2026.
Where is Cara Dillon taking place?
Cara Dillon is held at Howard Assembly Room in Leeds (LS1 6NU).
Is there anywhere to stay near Cara Dillon?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Howard Assembly Room can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Cara Dillon?
Tickets for Cara Dillon can be booked via visitleeds.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Price
Check website
Secure checkout on visitleeds.co.uk — opens in a new tab
Ask AI: is it for me?
EventsList lists 214,000+ events across the UK. Tickets are sold by the venue or its authorised sellers, never by us.
Same venueMore at Howard Assembly Room
All at this venueNot this one?Similar events in Leeds
View all
More things to do in Leeds
- Courteeners with special guests The Lathums & The GuestlistFriday, 6 November 2026
- BACK TO THE 90S FESTIVAL - LEEDSSaturday, 28 November 2026
- Fight Night Leeds (Uni Of)- Friday 20th November 2026 at TESTBEDFriday, 20 November 2026
- Home Alone in ConcertSunday, 13 December 2026
- Shen Yun @ First Direct Bank ArenaThursday, 4 March 2027
- Myles SmithSunday, 8 November 2026
- Green Room - New Years Eve 2026Thursday, 31 December 2026
- A Night Of Sade in Leeds!Saturday, 6 March 2027
- The Eminem ExperienceSaturday, 13 February 2027
- The Flukes @ Duck & DrakeSunday, 6 December 2026
- Bridge Ensemble December ConcertSunday, 6 December 2026
- Paul PashleySunday, 6 December 2026
- Celebrating the Big Bands at Christmas – Ronnie Bottomley Jazz OrchestraSunday, 6 December 2026
- Al Cologne @ Hyde Park Book Club (HPBC)Sunday, 6 December 2026