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About First Direct Arena

Welcome to First Direct Arena, Leeds' iconic indoor, multi-purpose arena known for its distinctive fan-shaped seating bowl. With a capacity of 13,500, the arena hosts major concerts, sport, and entertainment events in the heart of the Arena Quarter. Whether you’re here for a show by a global artist, Premier League darts, or a family-friendly performance, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.

Below you’ll find key information on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and dining options to enhance your experience in Leeds.

First Direct Arena sits at Arena Way, Leeds LS2 8BY, and is connected to the city’s vibrant hospitality and transport network. The venue’s three-tier seating layout (with floor blocks A–P and sections 101–333) places the best seats closest to the stage. While there isn’t a dedicated on-site car park, thousands of parking spaces are available within a short walk, and there are convenient options via nearby lots and discount programs. Access by train from Leeds City Station (about a 15-minute walk) or by bus from multiple stops makes this venue easy to reach. For a seamless visit, consider our affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and dining near the arena, all chosen to complement your trip.

Important note: events are subject to change. For rescheduled performances, you’ll see guidance like RESCHEDULED from its original date on event pages. If a date is TBA, you’ll see “Date to be announced.”

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 13,500 (fan-shaped seating bowl; main auditorium).
  • Address: Arena Way, Leeds LS2 8BY, United Kingdom.
  • Venue type: Indoor, multi-purpose arena in Leeds' Arena Quarter; notable for its distinctive fan-shaped seating.
  • Seating chart: Three-tier layout with floor blocks (A-P) and seating blocks 101-333; front rows closest to the stage.
  • Parking: No dedicated on-site car park; over 7,500 spaces within a 15-minute walk; nearby lots include Woodhouse Lane and Merrion Centre car parks; discount parking via Q-Park available.
  • Transit: Nearest train station is Leeds City Station (about a 15-minute walk); multiple nearby bus stops (Clay Pit Lane, Wade Lane, Woodhouse Lane).
  • Nearby hotels: The Queens Hotel (connected to Leeds Station, ~12-minute walk), ibis Styles Leeds City Centre Arena, Dakota Leeds, DoubleTree by Hilton Leeds City Centre, Crowne Plaza Leeds, Premier Inn Leeds City Centre (Leeds Arena) among others.
  • Notable events: Elton John (opening concert, Sept 4, 2013), Bruce Springsteen (July 24, 2013), Premier League Darts (2014–2019, 2022–), Prince, Miley Cyrus, Westlife, Genesis, WWE events, Cirque du Soleil, and other major music and entertainment acts.
  • Renaming and status: Not demolished; active venue. Naming has been sponsor-driven, with branding shown as First Direct Arena and, in official materials, First Direct Bank Arena.