Things to Do in Leicester
1,989+ events and activities happening in Leicester. From live music and theatre to free family days out.
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📍 The Royal Oak
£16.96
Website & CRO Masterclass
📍 Metro Bank
£97.00
FREESew, Chat & Nibble
📍 African Caribbean Centre - Leicester
FREE—
Back to School
📍 Charnwood Museum
Mosaic Art Workshop in Leicester
📍 Meridian West
£20.00 - £99.00
Leicester Cathedral Richard III Tours
📍 Leicester Cathedral
£7.00
Wednesday Sparkling Afternoon Tea 2026
NASS Leicester - August 26 session
📍 Glenfield Hospital
£6.00
FREESacred Lounge
📍 ISKCON Leicester
FREEViking Reenactment & Living History Weekly Meeting & Training
📍 Braunstone West Social Centre
Birstall Open Mic
📍 Old Plough Birstall
FREE—
The Rock Society – Every Thursday
📍 Firebug Bar
FREESickleWell Community Group: GROW - COOK - EAT
📍 The Green Patch
Life Drawing (Thurs eve) at the Mountsorrel Memorial Centre
📍 MMC Venue
£22.00
Creative meet-up (Rugby)
📍 The Lounge Kitchen & Bar
£3.50
Movie Night
📍 50 Market St
£5.58
The Courteeners
📍 O2 Academy Leicester
£46.15
Business Networking in Market Harborough
📍 Harborough Innovation Centre
£15.00
FREEExotics Group
📍 African Caribbean Centre - Leicester
FRESH Live Business Club| Business Networking | Hotel Voco
📍 voco Leicester by IHG
£45.60
FREESimmer Down Soup
📍 African Caribbean Centre - Leicester
FREEOpen Studios (Free)
📍 Leather Conservation Centre
AI Agent Workshop: Build a Personal Assistant That Runs 24/7 on Your Phone
📍 42 London Rd
£2.88
FREEInspirational Arts
📍 African Caribbean Centre - Leicester
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best things to do in Leicester?▾
Leicester offers 1989+ upcoming events including live music, theatre, comedy, food festivals, family days out, sports events and free community activities. Browse our full listings for the latest recommendations.
What free things are there to do in Leicester?▾
There are many free events in Leicester — from outdoor festivals and markets to art exhibitions, community workshops and street performances. Check our free events page for the latest no-cost activities.
What's on in Leicester this weekend?▾
Our weekend listings for Leicester are updated daily. Find concerts, theatre shows, comedy nights, markets, sports events and family-friendly activities happening this Saturday and Sunday.
What are the best family activities in Leicester?▾
Leicester has plenty of family-friendly events including children's theatre, outdoor festivals, science workshops, arts and crafts sessions, and community events suitable for all ages.
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