Leicester

Take in Leicester’s 2000-year-old history

• Country: The United Kingdom
• Population: 348,300
• Official Language: English
• Nearby Cities: Manchester, Liverpool

Leicester is one of England’s oldest cities, dating back to the Roman period. Visit the ancient ruins and take a walk in Leicester’s beautiful countryside. You can also explore the city’s rich history and culture on foot – you never know what you may uncover, after all! The notorious King Richard III’s burial site and remains were found in a Leicester car park! There are plenty of entertainment options for history and art lovers to be had in the city. Buy and sell Leicester event tickets on StubHub and make the best of your visit.

Expect the unexpected in Leicester

Leicester rose to fame in 2016 with Leicester City FC’s amazing run in the Premier League that year. The team, also known as "The Foxes", were seen by all as the underdogs, but exceeded all expectations with their incredible journey to win the league. Their win was dubbed "the greatest sporting shock in the history of the championship"! Today, murals around Leicester celebrate that decisive year for Leicester City supporters and the city of Leicester itself! Sports fans should not miss the chance to visit the King Power Stadium, home of the Foxes, and look for tickets for sport events in Leicester. Leicester event tickets are available on StubHub.

What’s happening in Leicester

There is more to Leicester than football! Every year, a host of music festivals take the city by storm during the summer, with plenty of options to choose from. De Montfort Hall is the place to be if you want to see some of the biggest names in music: The Beatles and Bob Dylan are the only two acts to have sold out the venue! The O2 Academy is also a great place to catch some live gigs in the city. Check out the best of the independent music scene at the Handmade Festival or experience the Riverside Festival for some fun times with the family. Every year, the city also hosts the Caribbean Carnival. Don’t forget to purchase your Leicester event tickets on StubHub –whatever your taste or style, there is surely no dull day to be had in Leicester.

Discover more entertainment in England

Leicester is located near three of the biggest and busiest cities in England. It’s an hour’s drive away from Birmingham and two hours’ drive to Manchester and Liverpool. Music fans everywhere will enjoy Birmingham's independent music scene and appreciate the opportunity for a stop in Liverpool, the home of The Beatles. Sports fans should not miss the opportunity to visit the home of Manchester City and Manchester United football clubs. Check out the available tickets for these events and experience what these cities have to offer!