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.
- 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.
April Events
Wednesday 29th – Open Decks: Wings & Spins (Free Event / Live Music) | 7pm–10pm
Our Open Decks session is back with a new mid-week time. Come and play your tunes or just sit back and enjoy the music and 30% off wings. Free for all but booking needed for your slot on the decks and booking recommended if you want a seat.
May Events
Saturday 2nd – Record Fayre (Free Event) | 10am–3pm
Browse vinyl stalls, discover records, and enjoy a family day out. No booking required – just turn up.
Sunday 3rd – Bank Holiday Party (Free Event / Live Music) | 5pm–10.30pm
Celebrate the first May Bank Holiday with a mini festival right here at The Kings! Future Revolutions are back as our headliners, supported by The Phobia and Sammy Hass. Free to attend but bookings recommended.
Monday 4th – Star Wars Quiz (Ticketed Event / Family Event) | From 6pm
May the Force be with you this May the fourth as Quizzerella brings a special, one-off Star Wars-themed quiz. Expect her usual, unique approach (slightly tweaked to be appropriate for all ages!), creative rounds, tie-breakers, and great prizes. Tickets £5 per adult and £2.50 per child.
Friday 8th – Drag Cabaret with Sue Pertrouper (Free Event / Entertainment) | 9pm–11pm
Join us as the fabulous Sue Pertrouper returns for a night of camp fun and bitchy games. Free to attend but bookings recommended.
Saturday 16th – FA Cup Final (Free Event / Live Sport) | From 4pm
Join us to see who gets to lift the iconic trophy under the legendary Wembley Stadium arch this year. Get your tables booked now!
Saturday 16th – Eurovision DJ Party (Free Event / DJ Set) | 8pm–11pm
Join us for a camp night of Eurotrash as we show the Eurovision final on all screens and blast out all the best (and worst) hits of Eurovisions past and present. Make sure you’ve got the best seats and get booked in now.
Saturday 23rd – Go Your Own Way – Fleetwood Mac Tribute (Ticketed Event / Live Music) | 7pm
One of the leading Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac tribute acts, replicating the very energetic Fleetwood Mac live sound of their 1970’s heyday.
Sunday 24th – 90s House Courtyard Party (Free Event / DJ Set) | 3pm–8pm
Join us in the Beer Garden as we spin classic 90s House while slinging pizza from the kitchen. Pray for sun and get your tables booked quick!
Friday 29th – Ashcroft Unplugged (Free Event / Live Music) | From 8pm
A heartfelt solo tribute to the iconic voice and songwriting of Richard Ashcroft and The Verve. Unique renditions of crowd-favourite anthems and hidden gems. Free to attend but bookings recommended.
Sunday 31st – The Meddlers (Free Event / Live Music) | 3pm–6pm
Leeds’ liveliest acoustic duo return with six decades of hits. From The Beatles to The Buzzcocks all stitched together in high-energy medleys that’ll have the whole bar singing. Free to attend but bookings recommended.