# Events & Things To Do In Leicester on 19th May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Leicester on 19th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Leicester on 19th May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Leicester

- **Event Name**: Shrek The Musical
  - **Description**: Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale adventure featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Caroline or Change) and a sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abair
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  - **Date**: Tue May 19 2026 at 07:30 pm – Tue May 19 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/shrek-the-musical/200029353037543
  - **Venue**: Dover Street, LE1 6PW Leicester, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: live-music, entertainment, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: TEDxDeMontfortU
  - **Description**: DMU Made are bringing TEDxDemontfortU back to campus.  The theme is Beyond the 9 to 5. Reimagining How We Work, Create, and Live.About this EventIn a world where traditional career paths are giving way to new ways of thin
  - **Date**: Tue May 19 2026 at 05:00 pm – Tue May 19 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/tedxdemontfortu/100001981829733081
  - **Venue**: The Venue@DMU
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Contests
- **Event Name**: HR in Action - LIVE: Exploring the friction between policy and practice
  - **Description**: Networking eventAbout this EventJoin Citizens Advice LeicesterShire, Lawson West Solicitors, University of Leicester School of Business and HSBC for an engaging networking event designed for HR leads.
  - **Date**: Tue May 19 2026 at 09:30 am – Tue May 19 2026 at 12:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/hr-in-action-live-exploring-the-friction-between-policy-and-practice/100001986060867518
  - **Venue**: University of Leicester School of Business
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  - **Price**: Free
- **Event Name**: Natures Medicine Cabinet - Naturally
  - **Description**: An introduction to Essential oils for home and healthAbout this EventThis is a fun relaxed make and take workshop where you will discover all of the incredible physical and emotional benefits of many of the most commonly
  - **Date**: Tue May 19 2026 at 12:30 pm – Tue May 19 2026 at 02:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/natures-medicine-cabinet-naturally/100001987492213713
  - **Venue**: Together Against Cancer
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  - **Price**: GBP 0 to 28
  - **Categories**: workshops, health-wellness
- **Event Name**: Quiz Night
  - **Date**: Tue May 19 2026 (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/quiz-night/300041594951
  - **Venue**: Black Horse Aylestone
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  - **Categories**: Contests

## Trending Events in Leicester

- **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
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- **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
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- **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 



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  - **Venue**: Mattioli Arena Leicester
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- **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
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- **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
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- **Event Name**: Oakham Takeover Day at Leicester Tigers
  - **Description**: Leicester Tigers v Northampton Saints
Saturday 9th May 2026
Welford Road Stadium

Oakham RFC is heading to Welford Road — and we’re taking over.

Join us for one of the biggest fixtures in the Premiership calendar as Leicester Tigers take on Northampton S
  - **Venue**: Welford Road Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Japan Fest Leicester
  - **Description**: Get ready, Leicester! Japan FEST is coming this April — and we’re just getting started! 🎌✨Join us on Sunday 26th April at Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium (Leicester Tigers Rugby Stadium) for a colourful celebration of Japanese culture, music, food, an
  - **Venue**: Leicester Tigers Welford Road Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Leicester City Women FC vs Chelsea FC Women
  - **Description**: DATE , TIME AND INFO TBC

FA Womens Super League Fixture 2025/26 -  Match 21

PARKING -

£5 - Must be booked online in advance.

TRAVEL -

Getting to King Power Stadium

Train: Leicester Train Station is roughly 1.2 miles from King Power Stadium. This equ
  - **Venue**: King Power Stadium, Filbert Wy, Leicester LE2 7FL
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- **Event Name**: Leicester Official Big Freshers Icebreaker - UK Largest Freshers Events - Sold Out 10 Years Running 🏆
  - **Description**: The Big Freshers Icebreaker Tour - Officially The UK'S Biggest Freshers Tour!!
Welcome to the biggest, craziest, most talked about event of your freshers week.SOLD OUT EVERY YEAR SINCE 2009!
Get ready for an Icebreaker experience that is bigger and better
  - **Venue**: 2Funky Complex - Music & Event Venue Leicester
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Leicester?
  - **A:** Shrek The Musical (Tue May 19 2026 at 07:30 pm at Dover Street, LE1 6PW Leicester, United Kingdom), TEDxDeMontfortU (Tue May 19 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Venue@DMU), HR in Action - LIVE: Exploring the friction between policy and practice (Tue May 19 2026 at 09:30 am at University of Leicester School of Business), Natures Medicine Cabinet - Naturally (Tue May 19 2026 at 12:30 pm at Together Against Cancer), Quiz Night (Tue May 19 2026 at Black Horse Aylestone).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Leicester?
  - **A:** TEDxDeMontfortU (Tue May 19 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Venue@DMU), HR in Action - LIVE: Exploring the friction between policy and practice (Tue May 19 2026 at 09:30 am at University of Leicester School of Business).
- **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 Dover Street, LE1 6PW Leicester, United Kingdom, The Venue@DMU, University of Leicester School of Business.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Leicester?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Leicester range from up to GBP 28. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Leicester?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Leicester include The Little Theatre, DMU Made, Citizens Advice LeicesterShire.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Leicester?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Leicester.

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