What’s On at The Old King’s Arms
There’s always something happening at The Old King’s Arms – from weekly quizzes and monthly open mic nights to live bands, comedy, and family-friendly events.
- Weekly & Monthly Events like our Thursday Quiz and Open Mic Tuesdays are free to attend, but we recommend booking a table to guarantee your spot.
- Our Bi-Monthly Events like Friday Vinyl Sessions or Wednesday Open Decks Vinyl Night are free to attend but you’ll need to book a 30min slot if you want to spin your own tracks.
- Special Events including live music, cabaret shows, and seasonal parties often require tickets – available securely through DesignMyNight.
Check below for full listings by month and plan your next night (or afternoon) with us. Whether it’s pub quizzes in Horsforth, live music in Leeds, or family events in West Yorkshire, you’ll find it here.
Regular Weekly & Monthly Events
Quiz Night – Every Thursday, 8pm
Join our host Quizerella Claire for Horsforth’s most popular quiz. Take on fun, interactive rounds with a £50 bar tab prize each week, plus leaderboard points for the chance to win the £200 monthly jackpot. Only £2pp.
Open Mic Night – First Tuesday of every month, 7.30pm
Hosted by Bad Captain, our monthly Open Mic brings together local talent for a lively evening of music and performance. Every performer receives a free pint.
Friday Vinyl Sessions – Last Friday of the month, 6pm
Start the weekend right with our DJs playing funk, soul, & hip hop classics on our vinyl decks. Free to attend but table bookings recommended.
Open Decks Vinyl Night – Every other Wednesday, 6pm
Dig out your favourite vinyls and spin them during your own 30 min slot. Every performer receives a free pint.
August Events
Saturday 1st – Colin Live (Live Music / Free Event) | From 8pm
Colin return for another set of rock and indie hits that’ll get you on the dancefloor! Free but table bookings recommended.
Friday 7th – Rave with Bowie (Live DJ / Free Event) | From 8pm
Rave with Bowie isn’t a tribute act or a club night. It’s a live audiovisual performance that reimagines David Bowie’s music through house, speed garage, drum & bass and rave, paired with bespoke visuals. Because this is unlike anything else, we’ve taken the unusual decision to make the first venue show completely free. Experience it now, because future performances will be ticketed.
Tuesday 18th – Cards or Die (Family Event / Paid Event) | 12pm – 4pm
Cards or Die are back to keep you entertained with their extensive selection of classic games, as well as ones you’ve never heard of. Only £5 per group to join in. Book a table and pay when you get here.
Saturday 29th – Styckleback Live (Live Music / Free Event) | From 8pm
Styckleback return to close out the summer with a bang! Expect covers from ZZ Top, Undertones, T-Rex, Sex Pistols, Dandy Warhols, Tom Petty, The Cult, Stones, Thin Lizzy, Free and Quo to name a few. Free entry but booking recommended.
September Events
Friday 25th – Silllexa Diction Live Drag Show (Live Show / Ticketed Event) | From 8pm
Join RuPaul’s Drag Race star Silllexa Diction for a night of live performances, DJ set, games and pure comedy. Ticket includes welcome drink on arrival – only £12.50pp!