Night-time Exterior Shot of First Direct Arena, Leeds. Shots show the changing colours of the venue at night.


Due to open in 2013 in Leeds city centre, the 13,500 capacity First Direct Arena will be the United Kingdom’s first purpose built ‘fan-shape’ arena and have an iconic external design that can change appearance through an ever changing kaleidoscope of coloured lights. First Direct Leeds Arena has been designed to deliver an exceptional entertainment experience and unforgettable memories await with a wide range of options to suit all groups and budgets. To be one of the first to hear about our exciting hospitality opportunities (including exclusive executive suites on an annual basis, a seat debenture annual membership scheme, and event by event suite and lounge packages), due to launch this Spring 2013. Bruce Springsteen will be the first person to perform at the 13,500-capacity venue when he hits its stage on July 24. Artists appearing during the arena’s official opening season in September include Sir Elton John, Kaiser Chiefs and Andrea Bocelli. Depeche Mode, Stereophonics, Boyzone, Status Quo and JLS are among the other acts lined up to appear there before the end of the year.


Size: 5616px × 3744px
Location: Arena Way, Leeds City Centre, West Yorkshire
Photo credit: © NDP / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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