We’ve covered off comedy in the East Midlands, but for those who want something musical closer to home - if that home is Leicestershire - then we’ve got plenty more shows worth checking out in 2025.
Be it Gary Barlow passing through as part of his UK wide ‘Songbook’ tour, through to classic rock acts such as Terrorvision, Public Image Ltd and The Darkness, there is something for almost everyone in Leicester throughout the next 12 months - including some banging electronic music courtesy of a festival in Barkstone Wood.
Many of the shows you see still have tickets available, be it through Ticketmaster or See Tickets, but here’s our pick of 23 concerts coming to the Leicester in 2025 you won’t want to miss,.

13. The Prat Pack
Swing into fun with The Prat Pack at De Montfort Hall on May 14, delivering a modern take on Rat Pack classics. | Gary Moyes

14. The Waterboys
Folk-rock icons The Waterboys take the stage at De Montfort Hall on May 28 with their legendary sound. | UGC

15. Gary Barlow
Pop royalty Gary Barlow brings his hits to De Montfort Hall on June 5—a night of unforgettable tunes awaits. | Daniel Boud
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16. Public Image Ltd
Punk pioneers Public Image Ltd hit O2 Academy Leicester on July 3 with their uncompromising sound. | Getty Images

