First Direct Arena Tickets
Leeds, England · Capacity 13,500 · Opened 2013
First Direct Arena is an indoor entertainment venue in Leeds city centre with a capacity of approximately 13,500. It is the largest indoor arena in Yorkshire and hosts a wide range of events including major music concerts, comedy shows, and sporting events such as boxing and ice hockey.
First Direct Arena seat layout
Explore the First Direct Arena seating map: this stadium layout colours each section by tier and groups them into the ground's named stands, giving you a clear seat layout and seating chart for planning where to sit at any fixture or concert.
Upcoming events at First Direct Arena
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About First Direct Arena
First Direct Arena opened in 2013 in the heart of Leeds city centre, replacing the ageing Yorkshire Evening Post Arena as the region's premier indoor venue. Designed by architecture firm Populous, it was developed as part of the wider regeneration of the Arena Quarter in the city. The arena quickly established itself as one of the busiest mid-sized arenas in the UK, regularly appearing in global venue rankings by tickets sold. It has hosted some of the world's biggest touring acts and served as a key anchor for Leeds' growing cultural and entertainment offer.
The steeply raked seating bowl ensures that even the uppermost tiers feel close to the stage, giving most events an intimate feel despite the sizeable capacity. Standing floor configurations for concerts create an energetic, loud atmosphere, while the relatively compact footprint means sound and sightlines are strong throughout. Leeds crowds are known for their enthusiasm, and the arena's design channels that energy well.
First Direct Arena is one of the most in-demand places to watch live sport and entertainment in Leeds, with room for around 13,500 fans on a big night. Staadly lists verified resale tickets for every event here, all-in priced and backed by the 100% buyer guarantee.
How to get to First Direct Arena
First Direct Arena sits on Claypit Lane in Leeds city centre, roughly a ten-minute walk from Leeds train station. It is well served by bus routes along the inner ring road and is within easy walking distance of the city's main retail and hospitality areas. Car parking is available at nearby city centre car parks, though public transport is strongly recommended on busy event nights.
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Venue information
| Capacity | 13,500 |
| Opened | 2013 |
| Architect | Populous |
| City | Leeds |
| Country | England |