
LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold*
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An Afternoon of Indie will take place at The Backroom in Leeds on 3 October 2026, running from 3pm to 7pm. This event is part of the UK's largest indie party series, catering specifically to those over 30.
An Afternoon of Indie is returning to The Backroom, Leeds for another daytime indie party from 3pm-7pm
The UK's biggest indie party in 17 cities returns to Leeds this Autumn to bring you another jam-packed edition of An Afternoon of indie at The Backroom.
Old School Indie - The indie night for the over 30s are once again joining forces with Feeling Gloomy & Age Against The Machine to bring you a special 3pm-7pm Afternoon of Indie.
Feeling Gloomy & Old School Indie DJs will be playing a mix of indie classics from across the decades so whether you were an 70s punk, 80s new waver, 90s britpopper or early 00s poser they'll be something for everyone.
The party will finish at 7pm so you can head down the pub to continue your night our or you could just go home and watch some Saturday night TV with a take away.
There is a strict door policy of no under 30s, so please bring ID as you will be asked to show it.
What to expect: The best in indie from: Bowie, Pulp, Clash, Jam, Cure, Joy Division, Stone Roses, Smiths, New Order, Strokes, Supergrass, Kinks, Franz Ferdinand, Nirvana, Ash, Rolling Stones, Who, Primal Scream, Killers, Sultans of Ping, Buzzcocks, Ramones, Specials, Blondie, Hole, Madness, La's, Weezer, Cardigans, Housemartins, Coral, Undertones, Inspiral Carpets, Bloc Party, Beatles, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Radiohead, Suede, Echo and The Bunnymen, Pixies plus the odd bit of rock n roll, soul, northern soul and ska!
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Frequently asked questions
LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 15:00.
LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* is held at The Backroom in Leeds (50a Call Lane, Leeds, LS1 6DT).
Tickets for LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* are priced at £11. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
The forecast for LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* is Mainly clear · 15°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Backroom can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold*
Editorial Summary
An Afternoon of Indie will take place at The Backroom in Leeds on 3 October 2026, running from 3pm to 7pm. This event is part of the UK's largest indie party series, catering specifically to those over 30.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
An Afternoon of Indie is returning to The Backroom, Leeds for another daytime indie party from 3pm-7pm
The UK's biggest indie party in 17 cities returns to Leeds this Autumn to bring you another jam-packed edition of An Afternoon of indie at The Backroom.
Old School Indie - The indie night for the over 30s are once again joining forces with Feeling Gloomy & Age Against The Machine to bring you a special 3pm-7pm Afternoon of Indie.
Feeling Gloomy & Old School Indie DJs will be playing a mix of indie classics from across the decades so whether you were an 70s punk, 80s new waver, 90s britpopper or early 00s poser they'll be something for everyone.
The party will finish at 7pm so you can head down the pub to continue your night our or you could just go home and watch some Saturday night TV with a take away.
There is a strict door policy of no under 30s, so please bring ID as you will be asked to show it.
What to expect: The best in indie from: Bowie, Pulp, Clash, Jam, Cure, Joy Division, Stone Roses, Smiths, New Order, Strokes, Supergrass, Kinks, Franz Ferdinand, Nirvana, Ash, Rolling Stones, Who, Primal Scream, Killers, Sultans of Ping, Buzzcocks, Ramones, Specials, Blondie, Hole, Madness, La's, Weezer, Cardigans, Housemartins, Coral, Undertones, Inspiral Carpets, Bloc Party, Beatles, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Radiohead, Suede, Echo and The Bunnymen, Pixies plus the odd bit of rock n roll, soul, northern soul and ska!
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold*?
LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 15:00.
Where is LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* taking place?
LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* is held at The Backroom in Leeds (50a Call Lane, Leeds, LS1 6DT).
How much are tickets for LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold*?
Tickets for LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* are priced at £11. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
What will the weather be like at LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold*?
The forecast for LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* is Mainly clear · 15°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold*?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Backroom can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold*?
Tickets for LEEDS An Afternoon Of Indie - Indie For The Over 30s: 3pm-7pm *50% Sold* can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
£11
Date
Until Saturday, 3 October 2026
Time
Weather
feels like 14°C · chance of rain 19% · wind 3 km/h
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