The group has finally landed on a date, the evenings are stretching that little bit longer and suddenly everyone’s looking for an excuse to get out of the house. From rooftop drinks and live music to picnics in the park and easy dinners everyone can agree on, these are the Leeds plans you need to get the plans out the group chat this Summer.
Soak up the sunshine at Headrow House
If there’s one place Leeds locals make a beeline for as soon as the sun appears, it’s Headrow House. Climb up to the rooftop and you’ll find one of the city’s best terraces, complete with skyline views, tater tots, frozen cocktails and a laid-back atmosphere that makes it all too easy to lose track of time. It’s the ideal spot for celebrating the end of the working day or kicking off a weekend of plans with friends.
Enjoy an al fresco meal at PizzaExpress with amazing ExpressFest offers
Between catch-ups, gigs and rooftop drinks, every great day out with friends deserves a great meal. This summer, head to the outdoor seating at PizzaExpress Albion Place and soak up the sunshine while enjoying ExpressFest – PizzaExpress’s celebration of great food, live music and the joy of getting together. Expect fresh seasonal flavours, ice-cold drinks, epic giveaways and exclusive summer offers, including 2-for-£14 cocktails, 2-for-£10 large Peroni, a £10 Power Lunch and a £20 starter and main. Whether you’re catching up over Dough Balls and pizzas, digging into limited-time specials like the Chipotle Corn Palooza and Peach & Parma Hot pizza, or simply enjoying a leisurely evening meal, it’s an easy way to make the most of summer in Leeds.
Make the most of Millennium Square’s Summer Series
Nothing says summer in Leeds quite like a warm evening spent in Millennium Square. Every year the city centre transforms into an open-air concert venue, welcoming everything from chart-topping musicians to orchestras and comedy nights as part of the Summer Series. Meet for drinks beforehand, soak up the festival atmosphere and enjoy live entertainment under the evening sky.
Spend an afternoon at Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen
Few venues capture Leeds’ social scene quite like Belgrave. Spread across multiple floors, it’s the kind of place where one drink quickly turns into an afternoon thanks to its rooftop terrace, regular DJs, independent street food kitchens and buzzing crowd. Grab a bite from Patty’s Burgers , order a round of drinks and settle in while the soundtrack shifts from laid-back daytime beats to lively evening sets.
Pack a picnic for Roundhay Park
Not every great summer plan needs a booking. Roundhay Park’s sprawling green spaces, lakeside paths and colourful gardens make it one of the city’s best spots to gather friends or family for a picnic. Pick up pastries or sandwiches on the way, roll out a blanket and make the most of an afternoon spent in one of Leeds’ most beautiful green spaces.
End the day with live music at Brudenell Social Club
No Leeds summer is complete without a night at Brudenell Social Club. The legendary spot has earned a reputation as one of the UK’s best independent music venues, attracting everyone from breakthrough artists to huge surprise performances. Grab a pint in the beer garden before the music starts, then head inside to experience the electric atmosphere that keeps music lovers coming back time and time again.
