Wharf Chambers

Music for a Free Palestine
2026-02-12 19:00 - 23:00 (Europe/London)
A night of indie, folk, electronic and country music all coming
together for Palestine. THEM THERE COWBOYS return to Wharf Chambers,
supported by an all-female/ gender non-conforming lineup. All profits will be donated
to Medical Aid Palestine.
MORE INFO HERE AND HERE
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DRAAGS No Brains, No Guts tour
2026-02-13 19:30 - 23:00
The hometown show of DRAAGS’ “No Brains, No Guts” tour, playing new
material in anticipation of a new album this spring. Joined by excellent
local acts tbc.
Ticket link coming soon

Lick Quid Gold w/ Joe PG
2026-02-13 23:59 - 2026-02-14 04:00
On Friday Feb 13th we return to Wharf Chambers to melt away the final dregs of winter blues with more low end goodness. It’s all about community love this Valentine’s Day.
We’ve had to wait a while to get one of our no.1 fave dj’s on an LQG line up – the best things take time. Joseph lives and breathes sound in all its forms, providing glimpses into his world through forward thinking productions, perfectly curated Noods radio shows and club sets that stay with you. He’ll have 2 hours to stretch out and guide us down rarely trodden paths on our way to collective dancefloor bliss.
Hoisting the LQG colours for the first couple of hours is resident doof doof empress and purveyor of head shaking, fist pumping rollers Day Dot. After shutting up shop at the Pleasuredome with a hearty amount of pensive and sexy bumpers, she’s back on home turf to set the dance floor to rights!
Tickets via RA starting at £6. No one turned away through lack of funds; please email lickquidgold@gmail.com
Tickets: Lick Quid Gold with Joe PG at Wharf Chambers, Leeds · Tickets

Opal's Top Scars vol. 1
2026-02-14 19:00 - 23:00
Raucous and transgressive performance art, violently feminist transgender hip-hop, and alt-rock collide at Top of the Scars volume 1 – the first of the Anti-Mind shows at Wharf Chambers in 2026. Unticketed event with donation buckets available for anyone wishing to donate – no one turned away for lack of funds.
MORE INFO HERE
Instagrams: @antimindmusic @monasteryofthesoft @opalocoinn
FREE EVENT – DONATIONS WELCOME

LUUMS Composers' Collective
2026-02-18 19:00 - 22:00
An evening of original music written by the students of the University of Leeds, ranging from ambient to collective improvisation.
More info HERE
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Chelsea Rebecca + Twinsize + El Frere
2026-02-19 19:30 - 23:00
Indie artist Chelsea Rebecca headlining Wharf Chambers, supported by local shoegaze band Twinsize and singer-songwriter El Frere.
MORE INFO HERE
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Bring it on presents Zapiain / Last Seasons Winners / Eye to Eye / Crisps
2026-02-20 19:30 - 23:00
An evening of melodic punk & hardcore, kicking off with the very first gig from Crisps (ex Chopper / Pylon lads)
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976910943850?aff=oddtdtcreator

SHAKE IT!
2026-02-20 23:59 - 2026-02-21 04:00
A queer club night featuring global bass and garage
Tickets: https://ra.co/events/2340182

Free Music Lesson -- Luciano Maggiore - Ciaran Mackle - Naiima Maré
2026-02-21 19:30 - 23:00
Non-music / music fans rejoice as Luciano and Ciaran come up from London joined by electroacoustic act Naiima Maré.
TICKETS ON THE DOOR
MORE INFO HERE

Youth Anthems 44 - Benny Diction (Family friendly hip-hop/electro-pop matinee)
2026-02-22 13:30 - 16:00
We’re back for our 13th year (the difficult teens!). To kick it off we’re focusing on the power of words with a mix of hip-hop, storytelling and pop. We’re also trying two new things. One is we’re bringing in tickets for under 18s. These are still free (though I’ve chucked in a pay what you feel option to raise some money for charity at each gig) but will help keep an eye on capacity.

The other change is that if you feel it would help your child for any reason to come and see the gig room before it starts packing out then we’re keeping some time available from 1-1:30pm so just drop us a line on youthanthems@gmail.com and we’ll organise that for you.

Now to the acts!

Benny Diction
https://goldonthemixer.bandcamp.com/album/look-both-ways-gotm066
Fast, fun (though ultimately heart felt) hip-hop on a 90s tip. For fans of J5, DJ Format or The Streets.

Eden Ballentyne
https://storiesalive.co.uk/
Live storytelling! Eden is an experienced live story teller and performer so you might have already seen him in schools or theatres. Will it be a tale about Pirates, Ancient Greeks, Dragons or a well known tale with a twist?!

Tonii
https://tonii.my.canva.site/
Leeds based electronic pop bangers ala Billie Eiliesh/Olivia Roderigo/Charli XCX

Cakes and bakes from the ever incredible local vegan bakery That Old Chestnut!
Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/youthanthems/ya-44-benny-diction/e-dydqax

Flat Moon @ Wharf Chambers, Leeds
2026-02-22 19:30 - 23:00
Flat Moon, with support from Bone Wars
MORE INFO HERE
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Poly-Math plus special guests Yoshizawa + Slow Loris
2026-02-23 08:00 - 17:00
POLY-MATH: Experimental Prog / Math Rock from Brighton. In support of their brand new album, Something Deeply Hidden. YOSHIZAWA: Prog Rock / Jazz from Leeds. SLOW LORIS: Prog / Jazz / Post-Rock from Leeds.
Tickets: https://wegottickets.com/event/689117

Poetry for PAFRAS
2026-02-25 19:00 - 23:00
A night of poetry to fundraise for refugees and people seeking asylum in Leeds.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1914008714589

Visible Light
2026-02-26 19:00 - 23:00
Visible Light is an event hosted by the Leeds University LGBT+ Society, supporting local queer artists! Expect a multi-genre night, showcasing the diverse talent of the Leeds music scene, and a great community of music lovers! All ticket profits will go towards Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide.
MORE INFO HERE
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Queer Panic 7: The Drag that Time Forgot!
2026-02-27 19:00 - 23:00
Let’s party like it’s 150million BC. Cave Dwellers, Saber-Toothed Cougars and T-Boy T-Rexes : Open the door, get on the floor, Everybody walk the dinosaur!
Tickets: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/dragonhide-studios/queer-panic-7-the-drag-before-time/

Natural Jackrz
2026-02-27 23:59 - 2026-02-28 04:00
Imagine Queer Acid House for the Hot, the Bold, and the Jackin’
Natural Jackrz is a new club night rooted in queer energy and acid house ecstasy. We’re bringing back the raw, sweat-drenched spirit of the underground — pulsing 303s, stripped-back grooves, and that unmistakable jackin’ rhythm that moves you. This night is for the beautifully unfiltered: bodies in motion, eyes closed, sweat glistening under lights. Think sexy, inclusive, and unashamedly euphoric. A space to lose yourself, find your people, and ride the acid groove ‘til sunrise. Give the dancefloor back to the queers who jack.
INSTAGRAM
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Drag Possessed: Love Bites!
2026-02-28 19:00 - 22:00
It’s just a Valentine Drag Show, Just A Bit More Possessed… After all Love Bites!
Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Leeds/Wharf-Chambers/Drag-Possessed-Love-Bites/41664860/

LONELY NIGHTS - Leeds Alternative Night 2026
2026-02-28 23:59 - 2026-03-01 04:00
A night dedicated to alt rap, trap, and underground techno sounds.
Featuring music from Lil Peep • $uicideboy$ • XXXTentacion • Juice WRLD • and more.
Raw beats. Emotional anthems. Late-night energy.
Join us for a night like no other.

MUST BE 18+
NOTE: This is a club night. The artists stated will not be performing at this event.
NOTE: Photography & Videography will be shot at this event.

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Pigeon Drop-in session
2026-03-01 15:00 - 16:30
If you are a trans or nonbinary person self-medicating hormones, come along to one of our friendly sessions led by your peers. We offer harm-reduction information, free injecting equipment, and a non-judgemental space to chat to other trans people.
Instagram: Pigeon_Leeds
Bluesky: @pigeon-leeds.bsky.social
Mastadon: @Pigeon_Leeds

The SLAPPTACULAR Show
2026-03-01 19:00 - 22:00
LO! Or BEHOLD!
SLAPPSTIKK Indulge Leeds in a preliminary gig
before the dreaded INFINITE TOUR. Though this is
no ordinary gig – this is The SLAPPTACULAR Show!
An evening where devilish circus delights abound;
not just the delightful tunes of Disaster Bait,
Kerosene, and, of course, SLAPPSTIKK, but a host
of clown games too. All of this heralded by the
beguiling Moulin Splooge.
We await your presence with titillated breath.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-slapptacular-show-tickets-1982323282300?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

AMPLIFY: Junk, Woke Nonsense, Jeanpool
2026-03-04 19:30 - 23:00
AMPLIFY is a student-led gig showcasing queer and female-led bands at Wharf Chambers. For fans of indie and alternative rock, shoegaze, and riot grrrl.

Featuring:
Junk – a four-piece shoegaze band from Sheffield, merging dreampop and alternative rock.
Woke Nonsense – bringing a “GRRRLZ to the front” energy, this “shoegrrrl” band blends punk and alternative rock.
Jeanpool – a Leeds-based band turning indie rock lesbian, one song at a time!

Tickets: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/2e2eo158/amplify

Shooting Tzars Expo #003: Mother Said - EP Launch, Doctor Doctor, Troutflies
2026-03-05 19:30 - 23:00
Shooting Tzars Promotions present a Shooting Tzars event via Shooting Tzars Presents; the promotional wing of Shooting Tzars Records:
Shooting Tzars Exposition Extraordinaire #003: ‘Mother Said – EP Launch’ – After performing at the first Shooting Tzars Expo, we welcome back Mother Said for a thrilling night of celebrating their debut EP via Shooting Tzars Records. Featuring live musical performances from a premium selection of artists, we welcome Doctor Doctor (London) and Troutflies (York) .
Mother Said: Twin-female-fronted classic post-punk with rock’n’roll undertones from Leeds.
Doctor Doctor: London’s medicinal garage-rockers grace the stage in Leeds for the first time.
Troutflies: Following the success of ‘Needlework’; self described ‘morph-pop’ Troutflies perform their debut album ‘The Dancing Years’.
*Mother Said – EP will be available to purchase via the medium of cassette on the night*
Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/shooting-tzars-presents

Sonic Excursions!
2026-03-06 19:30 - 23:00
A night of sonic and melodic majesty featuring Bradfords Abandoned Buildings, Todmorden’s Warm Parts and Keighley’s Admiral Drowsy & The Narwhals.
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Skint Knees / Electric Press / Q.U.A.L.M.S
2026-03-07 19:30 - 23:00
They wowed you at Nice as Pie Race 2025 and now, at long last, Sheffields Premier Punks Skint Knees will come to Leeds for a headline gig.Exceptional supports with local hardcore heroes Electric Press, and Warrington based Q.U.A.L.M.S – playing only their second Leeds gig and absolutely not to be missed, catch their performance on Sourgrapes TV ( YouTube) for the evidence.
Find the promoters:
Facebook: Alan Walton or 01977Punk Club
Instagram: @ Alan Walton19
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Seven by Seven
2026-03-08 15:00 - 21:00
Seven by Seven is a friendly open decks vinyl playing session. You can bring along and play us seven of your 7” 45rpm vinyl singles – hence Seven by Seven – or just come and listen to others play. The 7” 45rpm format is the only limitation. We don’t dictate the type of music – you can play whatever you want to, and we relish that variety!

No DJ skills are needed, and our ethos is – no pressure, no competition, no egos.

Please get there early to put your name down. We draw names out for the running order and later arrivals may be too late to be drawn. We also sometimes reduce the number of records that some people can play if we have high numbers attending – but we do try to fit in as many seven record sets as possible.

Seven by Seven is a non-commercial operation. We run our sessions purely for the joy of playing and listening to records as a shared experience.

TRANSGENRE: Reloaded
2026-03-08 19:00 - 22:00
Bite Back! are proud to announce…
TRANSGENRE: RELOADED at WHARF CHAMBERS!
With funding from PRS Foundation from the ‘Early Career Promoter Fund’, TRANSGENRE, Bite Back’s all trans, independent musician event is proud to bring you the fourth edition of Transgenre on the 8th March.
Featuring:
The debut of Leeds hottest new band, Dial-an-octopus
Rat Pakk
National Citizens
Mars Blossom
Danneh Gleave

Tickets are on a pay-what-you-feel basis, which allows our events to be attended by anyone regardless of income. Our suggested fee is £5, or £10 for those who are allies or on a higher income. We always offer free guestlist for those who are unable to afford our events, you just need to email or message us on instagram.

Tickets: https://www.outsavvy.com/event/32554/transgenre-reloaded

Heinous Whining Presents: Able Noise // Erosion Control // Cyfarwydd
2026-03-10 20:00 - 23:00
An evening of extensions of the long-form logic of post-rock/drone/folk. The insturments are at least instruments!
£10 or 5 low or unwaged – payf and no one turned away for lack of funds always
Able Noise – Able Noise are a cross-continent duo based between The Hague (NL) and Athens (GR), built around the experimental baritone guitar and drum playing of George Knegtel and Alex Andropoulos.Inert stilted spontaneous music drawing from post-rock and classical at a glace. Measured but hard to measure yanno
Erosion Control – New trio venutre from Sophie Cooper (trombone logic extender), Flo Christman (drums!) and Tom Hawkins (gravel voiced cello) Long form dub adjascent lock in noise rocked minimalism

Cyfarwydd – Electro-acoustic drone folk duo from the soil to the stars. grotty and spacey

UNEXPLAINED BLOOD (Newcastle/Cymru) / AFTERNOON TEATIME + special guest / WIRE MOTHERS / SWIMMING WRAITH
2026-03-11 19:00 - 23:00
Toon-Town Absurdist harsh noise duo UNEXPLAINED BLOOD (feat Will from Yeah You!), Hull’s best kept squeaky-and shrill secret AFTERNOON TEATIME (with a special guest on drums!), local nouveau Industrial hags WIRE MOTHERS and Free-Rock autists SWIMMING WRAITH
TICKETS ON THE DOOR

ME REX / Gravel / HeavySet
2026-03-12 19:30 - 23:00
For fans of: Los Campesinos! / Martha / Jeff Rosenstock / Manchester Orchestra
File Under: Indie Rock
ME REX is a three-piece UK indie band from London and Brighton, consisting of Myles McCabe (guitar, keys, vocals), Phoebe Cross (drums, vocals), and Rich Mandell (bass, keys, vocals). Originally a solo project by McCabe, it evolved into a full band in 2019 with the addition of Cross, Mandell, and Kathryn Woods. The band is known for its distinctive blend of introspective lyrics, “surging, gargantuan hooks,” and experimental song structures, often weaving in themes of friendship, forgiveness, and myth.

Plus Gravel + Heavyset
https://merex.bandcamp.com/
https://gravel2000.bandcamp.com/
https://heavysetleeds.bandcamp.com/

Tickets: https://dirtyotter.seetickets.com/event/me-rex/wharf-chambers/3561468

Cum to the Cabaret: Satanic Panic
2026-03-13 19:30 - 23:00
Welcome saints, sinners, herectics and homosexuals….
‘Herein you will find truth – and fantasy. Each is neccesary for the other to exsist, but each
must be reconginsed for what it is. What you see may not always please you; but you will
see!’
Cum to the Cabaret have explored the deepest, darkest and wettest crevices of hell to bring
you a night a satanic worship, real-life human sacrifice, blood, gore and much much
more…..
It’s the Satanic Panic!
With the world burning and sanity collapsing all around, prepare for a night of your deepest
desires. Inspired by the real 1980s American Satanic Panic, which saw the evil perils such
as DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS…POKEMON..and AC/DC exposed for what they really
are…purveyors of evil and the downfall of youth!
Hosted by candlelight on Friday 13 th March, at Wharf Chambers, we warmly invite you to join
in our séance of Satan.
Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/leeds/wharf-chambers-cooperative-club/the-satanic-panic/e-lolazo
