# Events & Things To Do In Leicester on 17th May 2026 - **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Leicester on 17th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. - **Category**: ## About Discover the best events and activities in Leicester on 17th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out. ## Events in Leicester - **Event Name**: Leicester City’s Miracle Season - **Description**: Ten years after Leicester City’s unbelievable Premier League triumph, join us for a special evening celebrating that historic season and one of the greatest sporting stories of all time.Wes Morgan, Danny Simpson, Andy King and Robert Huth will take to the - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 05:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/leicester-city’s-miracle-season/200029796013906 - **Venue**: Athena, Queen St, Leicester LE11QD - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9kYjQ3ODJlZTUzNDViMmRhNjkyMWIxMzJjOGJmOWNkZTIzYTU1ZjQ1OGMwNWU3N2YyMDE4MmZlNzA5OGNmNGZmLXJpbWctdzQ0NC1oNDQ0LWRjMTkzNjc1LWdtaXI_dj0xNzc1Mjc0MDA0.avif - **Categories**: performances, art, theatre, entertainment - **Event Name**: Bardi Symphony Orchestra - West End Spectacular - **Description**: Ben Crick conductor Shona Lindsay soprano Stephen John Davis baritone Bardi Symphony Orchestra The West End comes to Leicester! From Les Misérables to Wicked, the Bardi celebrate the world of musical theatre in this concert of West End favourites. Star g - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/bardi-symphony-orchestra-west-end-spectacular/200028603714832 - **Venue**: De Montfort Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy80M2M0ZDdmNTRlYTdhYjRjMDc2OGQzZDZkN2UzY2ZmNjM3MGU4MTE4M2VhNTZlMzIzYmM1ZDE5NWIwMjBiMDUwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA0MDQwOS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NDIyMDgxNQ.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, art, theatre, live-music - **Event Name**: A Mecca afternoon at the darts - Leicester 2026 - **Description**: 17th May 2026 Venue: Mecca Bingo, 80, Freemen's Park, Aylestone Road, Leicester LE2 7LB Players: Gian Van Veen Raymond Van Barneveld Ricky Evans Mervyn King There will be intervals throughout the event between professional darts matches, featuring - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 46 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/a-mecca-afternoon-at-the-darts-leicester-2026/200029680364421 - **Venue**: Mecca Bingo - Leicester (Leicester) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy81M2JmM2RiZDA1YzJlMzYwZjgzMGQ1ZjVjZjE3ZjJhYmUzNzcwYzliYWM3NjZlOWYwOWRmMzhlMTIyNDc1NWJmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY1NS1kYzA0NWM4ZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTA2NzkxOA.avif - **Categories**: meet-and-greet, contests, bingo, meetups - **Event Name**: Live in Leicester - **Description**: An evening of pure bhajans, powerful stories, and shared devotion. Bhavik Haria Live is an immersive spiritual concert that invites audiences to sing, reflect, and connect together. Bhavik Haria returns to Leicester in May 2026 with special Bhajan experi - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 90 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/live-in-leicester/200029805737556 - **Venue**: The Y Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNWVkNTY4NzhmYzYwNjY4ZjdlNDJmZTNlNjhmZWEzNGI1NDE2ZDI3OTFiN2YzY2Q3NTc5NDlmMGU0NDFiZjg1YS1yaW1nLXcxMTkwLWg3MTYtZGMwNzAyNDYtZ21pcj92PTE3NzUyNjc0Mjc.avif - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment, storytelling - **Event Name**: Rhythm of Peace plus support Jamie Varley - **Description**: Rhythm of Peace Jon Read (Trumpet/Flugel/Keyboards) Stan Samuel (Guitar/Keyboards) Eddie Dublin (Drums) Jason Brown (Bass) Leah Govier (Vocals) The band play original material and a few carefully selected covers. Included in the set will be some rewor - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 41 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/rhythm-of-peace-plus-support-jamie-varley/200028910030405 - **Venue**: International Arts Centre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9kMDIyOTJiYjdjMmJkODQ2OThjZjNhYjdhZTc4NjU2MzQ2Y2ZmY2IyZmJlZTAzMDgyMjZkOWY2NjdhMDJkNzRjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDU5OS1kYzYyMmMxNy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NDIyMDg0MA.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, live-music, art - **Event Name**: Copy of Copy of Copy of Little shop of horrors - **Description**: Join us for this cult-classic musical packed with laughs, unforgettable tunes, and a plant you’ll never forget!About this EventA down-on-his-luck florist shop, a mysterious new plant, and a dream of a better life—what cou - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/copy-of-copy-of-copy-of-little-shop-of-horrors/100001984864604463 - **Venue**: Sue Townsend Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9mZTQ0MzE4NjM4N2YxNTNlMmI4ODlkMDY0ZDI5ZWU2YmEwODJlYjMxZWIyZjA1MDhiZmNlMTgwYjA5OWZjMzllLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEwMDYtZGNmZmZmZmYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzczMjUzMDg3.avif - **Price**: GBP 17 - **Categories**: comedy, Art, Entertainment, Theatre - **Event Name**: Ginger's Flea Market - Leicester - **Description**: Fabulous flea market bringing vintage and retro fashion, homewares, indie makers, antiques and tasty food to your city!About this EventStep into a fabulous day of retro fun at Ginger’s Flea! - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun May 17 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/gingers-flea-market-leicester/100001985137101509 - **Venue**: The Venue @ DMU - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84MjQwNzhmYzVjNWJiZjkxZmE1MDY2MGMyODQyNWZjZGI0MzY2N2ZmZWU1NWU2ZTBkYTY3MTkyYTRkNDkwZmRmLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2ZkZDdjNC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzM0NTY1MDg.avif - **Price**: GBP 3 - **Categories**: flea, art, food-drinks, food-truck-festivals, shopping - **Event Name**: Copy of Copy of Little shop of horrors - **Description**: Join us for this cult-classic musical packed with laughs, unforgettable tunes, and a plant you’ll never forget!About this EventA down-on-his-luck florist shop, a mysterious new plant, and a dream of a better life—what cou - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/copy-of-copy-of-little-shop-of-horrors/100001984864382800 - **Venue**: Sue Townsend Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy84NDIzODY4OTllY2FmODkzZjdkYTIyNDg5N2U0ZDFhZjZiN2EyNjVhMDliYzQ0MTI0YmRkMDJhYmU4NDE4OWFjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEwMDYtZGNmZmZmZmYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzczMjUzMDky.avif - **Price**: GBP 17 - **Categories**: comedy, live-music, entertainment, art, theatre - **Event Name**: Watoto Children's Choir in 'Better Days' 2026 - **Description**: Join the Watoto Children's Choir live in 'Better Days' for an inspiring, joyful celebration of hope!About this EventWatoto Children's Choir 2026!Get ready for an unforgettable even - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/watoto-childrens-choir-in-better-days-2026/100001979973743767 - **Venue**: Elim Pentecostal Church - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9kZWNhMTM5OWJmNjAzZjhjNzVjNjkyMDYyMGQxMGQ5ZjQwOTk4ZjdiMWNjNTM3ODZjNWQzOTJiNDdkZDgxMDI0LXJpbWctdzExNzAtaDI1MzItZGMwMDAwMDAtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzY5NDY5MzQ0.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: music, entertainment - **Event Name**: On the Road Again - **Description**: Award Winning Duo Annie Duggan and Rob Hines will be bringing their show " On The Road Again" to the Guildhall Leicester as part of their 100 years celebrations. If you haven't managed to see this very special duo yet make sure you don't miss them this ti - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/on-the-road-again/200029796028141 - **Venue**: Leicester Guildhall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvOGRiZmQ4MmVmODljMjc5MzAyMzQ2OGNlODJjYmRiODBlMzlhNGIxMGFkYTg1Y2Y0OWJkYzUzMDdjMWMyNDE5Yy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg3MzUtZGNiZWMzYmYtZ21pcj92PTE3NzUxNDUwNjc.avif - **Event Name**: Trans Thriving x ReRoll - **Description**: Join Trans Thriving at ReRoll for a trans* inclusive gaming socialAbout this EventJoin Trans Thriving for an evening of fun and games at ReRoll!Trans* Thriving is hosting a gaming social for trans* folks and friend - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/trans-thriving-x-reroll/100001985918727373 - **Venue**: ReRoll Board Game Cafe - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9hYjUxMDk2YjkyMzgxMjFjZTNjZDQ3OTJmYzNkMTUyNmM0ZDA5NzMxNTc3MWM3NzM1N2UyMGJjNjgwMzIwZDg3LXJpbWctdzEwMzMtaDEwMzMtZGNkZmQ2ZjUtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc0NDY2MjIy.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: health-wellness - **Event Name**: Annie Duggan & Rob Hines at The Guildhall Leicester Sunday 17th May 2pm - **Description**: Annie & Rob are excited to be back in Leicester at The Guildhall on Sunday 17th May from 2pm. Tickets £12 available from - https://www.leicestermuseums.org/event-details/?id=ad388430-9d45-4ba3-b945-e88a963809c3 We hope you can join them in this fabul - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 8 - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/annie-duggan-and-rob-hines-at-the-guildhall-leicester-sunday-17th-may-2pm/200029796025117 - **Venue**: Leicester Guildhall - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9mMWY0MTM4NTFjNzkwY2I4NzhhZGVkMWQ5ZTViYWJmYzA1YWVmYjQ2ZmU4MTdmZWIwOTE4ZjE2M2Q5ZDA3YWM0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2YxZWZlYy1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NDU5NDQwNg.avif ## Trending Events in Leicester - **Event Name**: MVT Fundraiser Leicester @ Firebug - **Description**: Join us at the Firebug Leicester for a grassroots acoustic special raising money for the MVT.Hi, I'm Charlie Smith, an Alternative Acoustic artist from Hampshire, UK. In April, I will be embarking on my spring tour, fundraising for - **Venue**: Firebug - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69a0ac67d951f.jpg - **Event Name**: Jethro Tull in Leicester - **Description**: 🎤 Experience Jethro Tull Live at De Montfort Hall on Tuesday, May 5, 2026! 🎤 The countdown has begun! Jethro Tull is taking over De Montfort Hall on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, and with hits like - **Venue**: De Montfort Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/186ac740-7752-11f0-88f0-c1cece18bc2d-rimg-w1200-h675-dc171717-gmir.webp?v=1754985493 - **Event Name**: The Park Series presents MADNESS - **Description**: Madness are coming to Abbey Park, Leicester on Saturday 13th June as part of their Hits Parade Summer Showtime show!ArtistsMadness - **Venue**: Abbey Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9b86e133216c802ee268fb8b89a03bbc0a6c9e25ab2992487bd1b859c5649b72-rimg-w1024-h1024-dc104890-gmir.jpg?v=1773861863 - **Event Name**: ARMAGEDDON XL - **Description**: MDA Events and MODUS sports are proud and excited to announce ARMAGEDDON XL May 8th 2026 ARMAGEDDON XL Luke Littler Nathan Aspinall Adrian Lewis Stephen Bunting Simon Whitlock In the fanzone John Part Trina Gulliver Glen Durrant Ticket - **Venue**: Mattioli Arena Leicester - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/a8453ca2303c8e5dda7996699a173726fa32eb8af496cb07e35bfaf2e12a76aa-rimg-w1200-h600-dc1b122b-gmir?v=1774725197 - **Event Name**: Derren Brown - Only Human - **Description**: Prepare to be astonished! The multi-award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, returns to De Montfort Hall with his brand new live show, Only Human. The content of Only Human is still under wraps, but we can guarantee - **Venue**: De Montfort Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/d2bc7775615c1e33312091b4539d45de2554f467e96668c37b692dc545a3a232-rimg-w760-h460-dc044461-gmir?v=1775167683 - **Event Name**: Lord of the Dance - **Description**: Lord of the Dance, the global phenomenon that redefined Irish dance, is set to return to the United Kingdom in 2026 to celebrate its 30th Anniversary with an extraordinary new tour. This milestone event promises to be a grand celebration of the production - **Venue**: De Montfort Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/829dd1eafb99f4182d630f10c66128d3c07b8b84954c8499b2809d82a9909475-rimg-w760-h460-dc2e0506-gmir?v=1775265004 - **Event Name**: Park Series Leicester - Aitch - **Description**: ⭐ Park Series Leicester  returns in June 2026. One of the UK’s biggest rap stars, Aitch has racked up multiple UK Top 10 hits, platinum-selling singles, and era-defining anthems that dominate charts, clubs, and festival stages across the country. He’s bri - **Venue**: Abbey Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/de173dd0-23f9-11f1-9831-630114a07816-rimg-w550-h550-dcfeef02-gmir.jpg?v=1773969150 - **Event Name**: Aisling Bea - Older Than Jesus - **Description**: BAFTA and British Comedy Award-winning Irish stand-up Aisling Bea is finally hitting the road. With tales of travel, home, immigration, history, sex, babies, music, lovers and enemies. She will even answer your big life questions. It's not about the des - **Venue**: De Montfort Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/f1edc8e368ba17612cc90698ca92e46683a4d7f1fa32127cba85351bbe0cfa5b-rimg-w1200-h675-dc636115-gmir?v=1775016015 - **Event Name**: Up Close With The Blues In The Upstairs Room @ The Globe, Leicester - **Description**: A Super-Intimate Smash Hit Show, Giving An Unforgettable Soul-Filled & Fun Night Out. Stars a World Leading Singer, Musician & EntertainerAbout this EventWitnessing celebrated international blues star Giles Robs - **Venue**: The Globe - Pub & Kitchen - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/1e0fdc987b5cb0f8091386d1cb05915dac59cb7bb8d31d8bbd8badf45d4e34a0-rimg-w1200-h600-dc171b33-gmir.jpg?v=1770939247 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Leicester? - **A:** Leicester City’s Miracle Season (Sun May 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at Athena, Queen St, Leicester LE11QD), Bardi Symphony Orchestra - West End Spectacular (Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 pm at De Montfort Hall), A Mecca afternoon at the darts - Leicester 2026 (Sun May 17 2026 at 11:00 am at Mecca Bingo - Leicester (Leicester)), Live in Leicester (Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Y Theatre), Rhythm of Peace plus support Jamie Varley (Sun May 17 2026 at 04:00 pm at International Arts Centre). - **Q**: What are the top free events in Leicester? - **A:** Watoto Children's Choir in 'Better Days' 2026 (Sun May 17 2026 at 06:00 pm at Elim Pentecostal Church), Trans Thriving x ReRoll (Sun May 17 2026 at 05:00 pm at ReRoll Board Game Cafe). - **Q**: How can I find events in Leicester? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Leicester on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Leicester? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Leicester? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Leicester include Athena, Queen St, Leicester LE11QD, De Montfort Hall, Mecca Bingo - Leicester (Leicester). - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Leicester? - **A:** Prices for events in Leicester range from GBP 3 to GBP 17. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Leicester? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Leicester include Athena Leicester, De Montfort Hall, MDA Events. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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