More infoThe inaugural Seed Sounds Weekender - a nationwide festival backed by The 1975 frontman and ambassador Matty Healy - is set to land in Leeds, starting next weekend. Taking place from Friday, September 26 until Sunday, September 28, 2025, Seed Sounds Weekender is the UK’s largest free multi-venue music festival - promising to bring thousands of live acts to pubs, bars, restaurants, and hotels across the country. With more than 50 gigs taking place across Leeds, the festival will celebrate the indispensable role ‘seed music venues’ play in cultivating Britain's future headliners. With Britain's much-loved live music and hospitality sectors facing unprecedented economic challenges, The Seed Sounds Weekender is a powerful movement designed to support and champion grassroots culture. Attendees can access most gigs via a free Seed Sounds Weekender ticket, with discounted Uber rides to and from participating venues.