ILLENNIUM SQUARE LEEDS

Ali Liaqat, Director of Leeds Pride said:  “We are thrilled that Leeds has been chosen as an official Eurovision Fanzone and we were asked by Leeds City Council to help put together a live music programme including 2019 Eurovision contestant Michael Rice. This is going to be such a great occasion for the city to come together to celebrate one the greatest shows on earth and we can’t wait for to get the party started in style with all the best Eurovision hits from renowned DJ’s and hosts St Sordid Secret and Cherry Pops”.

Leeds was one of seven cities in the United Kingdom shortlisted to host the contest and was subsequently chosen to host an official fanzone. Liverpool was chosen as the venue for the contest after it was decided last year’s winners Ukraine would be sadly unable to host.

The Fanzone is free to attend on Tuesday May 9 and Thursday May 11 to watch live coverage of the semi-finals between 8-10pm with limited seating options available on a first-come first-served basis.

The Grand Final on Saturday, May 13 kicks off with the live entertainment programme from 4.30pm with the main BBC One coverage starting from 7.30pm.

The event will take place in a specially created arena with a number of different seating options provided on a first come first served basis, together with toilet facilities and a licensed bar and hot food and drink concessions.

The Eurovision Grand Final screening is provided free of charge by the BBC with an e-ticket required for entry. All tickets will be issued on a pay-as-you-feel basis with all funds raised (after deducting processing fees) donated to Leeds City Council’s Leeds Together For Ukraine appeal.

Councillor Jonathon Pryor, Leeds City Council’s executive member for economy, culture and education said: “As well as being an incredible show, Eurovision is a celebration of culture, diversity and togetherness- values which we’re proud to embrace in Leeds and we’re thrilled to have been chosen to host what will be an amazing party.

“It’s also another opportunity for Leeds to express our solidarity with Ukraine and for fans to come together and support a worthy and important cause.”

E-tickets will be available to apply online from Tuesday 2 May at 12pm and are limited to four per person. A number of tickets will also be made available on the door for those wishing to attend on the day on a strictly first-come first-served basis. All persons under 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult.