Discover the exciting programme of Leeds City of Languages 2026, taking place from 9–22 November. From concerts and performances to films, creative workshops, language taster sessions, talks and cultural exchanges, there's something for everyone, whether you're joining us in Leeds or online.
Explore events by date, language or type of activity to find what interests you, or browse the full programme for an overview of everything taking place.
Most events are free and everyone is welcome!
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Beginner in Japanese? Join our fun, weekly sessions where you’ll play games with peers and fluent speakers. Build confidence, make friends, and learn through play – no pressure, just good vibes! Open to all students. Volunteer spots available!
Curious about Ukraine beyond the familiar images and headlines? Join us for an engaging introduction to contemporary Ukrainian culture, identity and everyday life. Explore authentic Ukrainian traditions, language, food, music and popular culture, while discovering how Ukraine’s rich cultural heritage connects with modern life and contemporary identities. A friendly, interactive session for anyone interested in...
Curious about Chinese language and culture? Join us for a lively and welcoming taster session with the Business Confucius Institute! 🗣️ Learn a few essential Mandarin phrases 🌏 Explore cultural insights and traditions 🤝 Meet native speakers and fellow learners 🎓 Open to all levels — no prior experience needed! Whether you're a complete beginner...
Would you like to explore the beautiful world of paper folding? Join us for a fun and relaxing origami workshop designed especially for beginners! No experience is necessary — just bring your creativity and we will provide the paper.
Create your own Portuguese tile! Discover styles, explore architecture, and paint a unique tile (azulejo) to take home. This is a hands-on workshop where tradition meets creativity. Participants will explore the beauty and history of Portuguese tiles (azulejos), learning about their styles, themes, and architectural settings through engaging visual materials and matching activities. Then, it's...
Discover Korean culture through the art of Hangeul calligraphy. In this relaxed, hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the shapes of the Korean alphabet and practise turning letters into your own expressive designs. Starting with simple strokes, you’ll build up to writing your name or a short Korean phrase, with guidance along the way. Take your time,...
The media uses metaphor to subtly suggest how we should think. Children take years to understand metaphors the way adults do, how can we help them to notice when metaphor is used to influence them? “The war on drugs”, “immigrants flooding into the country”, “fighting Covid-19”: the press, politicians and social media use metaphor to...
Webinar: Raising Empowered Multilingual Readers by Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori You know that reading in a home language matters. You may have read the research, books and advice—but how do you actually make it work with your own child? In this practical workshop, author, multilingual literacy specialist and foreign languages teacher Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori shares strategies developed through...
CPD: Building enjoyment and mastery in MFL Speaking for secondary school teachers by Wendy Adeniji Explore practical, classroom-ready strategies to build confident, spontaneous speakers for the new GCSE, reducing fear, boosting enjoyment and creating classrooms where every student wants to speak. As the new GCSE places greater weight on spontaneity and authentic language use, this...
Talk: The Power of Graphic Story Telling: An Evening with Kristyna Baczynski and Darryl Cunningham Leeds Libraries are delighted to welcome two outstanding graphic‑novel creators from Yorkshire for a special author event celebrating comics, illustration, and non‑fiction storytelling. Kristyna Baczynski is an illustrator, comic book artist, and author. The author of the graphic novels Retrograde...