First Direct Arena

First Direct Arena is a major multi-purpose indoor arena located in the heart of Leeds. Opened in 2013, the venue is one of the UK's leading large-scale entertainment and event facilities, with a distinctive fan-shaped auditorium designed to bring audiences closer to the stage. It hosts major concerts, comedy performances, sporting events, family entertainment and large-scale corporate functions. For conference and events purposes, the arena provides substantially more than the main auditorium. Its extensive hospitality portfolio includes suites, lounges, boxes and flexible event spaces that can be used for conferences, exhibitions, meetings, receptions, award ceremonies, dinners and corporate hospitality. The venue can also accommodate very large-scale productions using the main arena bowl. The building's central Leeds location makes it particularly attractive for events requiring strong transport connectivity. Leeds railway station is within walking distance, while numerous city-centre hotels, restaurants and car parks are located nearby. The main auditorium provides the venue's exceptional maximum capacity, while smaller hospitality rooms provide options for intimate meetings and private functions. Consequently, First Direct Arena can cater for a very wide range of event sizes—from small corporate meetings to major conferences and large public events.