O2 Academy Leeds is one of the premier music venues in Leeds. The venue has hosted some of the world's biggest artists since it opened in 2001. The venue provides an intimate atmosphere, with plenty of space to party. It has two medium-sized stages, two fully stocked bars and a dance area. The venue has hosted a variety of genres including indie, pop, rock and dance music. It also hosts regular club nights, gigs, specialty shows and big-name events. Recently, it has been used as a venue for national tours.