24 JANUARY 2026
FROM 2.00 pm
FIRST DIRECT ARENA, ARENA WAY
LEEDS, LS2 8BY
After a ten-year absence ML Events is extremely proud to be bringing the FIM X-Trial (Indoor) World Championship back to Great Britain and making it the first ever motorcycle event to be hosted in the modern and incredible First Direct Arena – Leeds. Saturday 24 January 2026 will mark a new beginning when X-Trial Leeds, incorporating Trial Expo comes to life.
X-Trial Leeds set in its stunning modern city centre venue with its curved seating layout will offer fans a new level of experience and the perfect view of a course from every seat in the arena. With three different levels of access on offer, fans will be able to choose the option that best suits them. The full access ticket offers the best value and includes early entry to Trial Expo plus the opportunity to visit the paddock / warm-up area and enjoy a floor level course preview.
Fans will gain 2pm entry to Trial Expo and have access to the paddock / warm-up area as well as being able to preview the course from floor level.
Guests will enjoy a three-course lunch with guest interviews in a private lounge before a course tour with Dougie Lampkin – plus the best seats in the arena.
This established exhibition will again be home to all the major manufacturers / brands and retailers who will be displaying and selling their latest offerings.
There is plenty of car parking within a short walk of the arena, with discount available to event ticket holders. See FAQs below for more details / bookings.
We are focused on giving fans the best possible experience, from making booking tickets as quick and simple as it can be through to giving you all the information you need to fully enjoy X–Trial Leeds.
X-Trial Leeds
Saturday 24th January 2026
First Direct Arena, Arena Way, Leeds, LS2 8BY
Doors open
1PM VIP Access
2PM Full Access - Trial Expo opens
4PM Standard Access
Event starts
5PM
Interval
15-30 minutes* – after Q2
Prize giving ceremony
8.15PM*
Competition format
Q1 - Qualification 1
8 riders – 5 sections - forward direction
Top 3 riders transfer to final
Q2 - Last Chance
5 riders - Sprint section
Winner transfer to final
Final
Scores to zero
SP - Superpole
4 riders - Sprint section
Decides starting order - Fastest rider to ride last
4 riders - 6 sections - reverse direction
*Subject to actual running time which may vary due to any unforeseen incidents
Full Access and VIP Access tickets can be booked via this website – here.
Accessible tickets can be booked via AXS.
Select ‘Get Tickets’ underneath ‘Ambulant Accessible Tickets’ or ‘Wheelchair Tickets’, depending on which ones you wish to book.
Wheelchair tickets are located at the rear of Level 1 seated blocks (101–109). These areas are ideal for wheelchair users or guests who require step–free access, or additional space.
Ambulant tickets are for people with a disability that do not require a wheelchair. These standard seats have a limited number of steps.
Once you have chosen the correct type of ticket click on get tickets. You can then select your tickets on the interactive seating map to the right of the screen. You will need to click the seat(s) that you wish to book, and then select which ticket will be paid, and which will be processed as a free personal assistant ticket.
The online booking system has a limit of 2 tickets per access guest in the accessible areas of the venue, if you require more than 2 tickets contact the dedicated AXS accessibility line on 0113 877 8297.
Please note that accessible tickets are subject to availability, so if none are showing as available, then they have unfortunately sold out.
If you experience any issues or require any further assistance with booking tickets, we recommend contacting AXS directly, who will be able to assist. You can contact them here, or by calling them at 0203 481 5502.
You will be asked to provide evidence to prove that you are entitled to bring an essential companion with you. Essential companion tickets are issued free of charge, measures are in place to prevent the system from being abused. You will be asked to submit documentation of your eligibility for accessible seating after booking accessible tickets through AXS.com.
You will not need to provide evidence for each time you book. You will only be contacted if the evidence that you have previously supplied has expired or is no longer valid.
If you are having trouble booking accessible tickets online please contact AXS who should be able to assist by submitting a ticket and selecting 'Accessibility' as the contact reason. Alternatively, you can call them on 0113 877 8297.
First Direct Arena, Arena Way, Leeds, LS2 8BY
By Road
The First Direct Arena is located next to the A58(M) Inner Ring Road and from the Claypit Lane junction (A58) provides links out of the city centre to the east joining the A64 York Road, and to the south and west connecting to the M621 and other destinations within Leeds and to the wider motorway network via the M62 and the M1. For Sat Nav systems the postcode is LS2 8BY.
Drop Off / Pick Up
Please arrange to drop off and/or pick up away from the Arena as, due to our city–centre location and size of events, road closures, and diversions may be in place at the end of an event making it difficult to return to your chosen meeting point.
The arena does not have its own car park however there are lots of options nearby.
There are over 7,500 car parking spaces within a short walk of the arena.
First Direct Arena Leeds has teamed up with Q–Park to offer discounted parking to visitors.
Book parking here
Alternative parking:
Woodhouse Lane Car Park, located on Woodhouse Lane, offers 1272 spaces and easy access to the ring road at the end of the show.
Merrion Centre Car Park, located on Merrion Way is adjacent to the Arena. It is the closest car park however visitors may experience delays leaving this location due to traffic restrictions on Merrion Way.
Nearest Train Station
Leeds City Station on New Station Street is around a 15min walk from the arena and a major hub on the national, regional and local rail network providing connections to a wide variety of destinations.
Bus Station
Located on Dyer Street next to Leeds City Bus Station is around a 15min walk from the arena the bus station provides national and regional connections to a wide variety of destinations.
Leeds Bus Station is Wheelchair Friendly, which allows easy access for wheelchair users. All bays at the station have also been modified so that wheelchair users can get on and off buses easily.
The First Direct Arena is also registered as a "Safe Place", which allows support and help for any persons with a disability to come into the station and ask for assistance.
Nearest Bus Stops
Leeds Park + Ride
Simply head to Park and Ride Metro
Food and drinks cannot be brought into the venue. If you have a medical condition or need to bring baby’s milk, you can contact the venue prior via info@firstdirectarena.com.
A variety of food and beverages are available for purchase within the venue and free water is provided from our concession stands.
Bag Restrictions
Please avoid bringing bags of any type into the venue.
Backpacks, holdalls and suitcases are not allowed in the venue.
All bags will be searched.
Age Restrictions
All Tickets - are open to any age (subject to type - adult / child) but those aged under 14 must be accompanied by an adult (a person aged 18 and over)
Children aged 24 months and over must have a seat, only those children under 24 months can sit on the knee of an adult.
The arena policy dictates that the unauthorised use of professional cameras, video and any other form of recording equipment (including Laptop computers, iPads, Go Pro’s or tablets with filming and recording capabilities) is prohibited.
The use of small digital cameras and mobile phones for personal use is permitted.
If your camera has a detachable lens it will be classed as professional and you will not be allowed to bring it in to the auditorium.
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Click here to discover which seats have already sold for this history making event, as the FIM X-Trial World Championship is set to return to the UK after a ten-year absence. With most of the lower tier seating already sold out, we strongly recommend that you book as soon as possible to secure the best seats.
Keep up to date with all the latest X-Trial Leeds happenings, from rider announcements through to partner promotions, section reveals and the chance to win some amazing prizes – it will all be here.
Entry to Trial Expo is included for all ticket holders (Full Access Tickets from 2pm / Standard Access Tickets from 4pm) and will be located over three different levels inside the arena. Stands from all the major Trial manufacturers will be situated on level 1, whilst levels 2 and 4 will be packed with many of the key brands, companies and retailers from the World of Trial – allowing visitors to view and buy all the latest products and clothing and take advantage of show offers from some of the biggest names in the industry.
X-Trial Leeds visitors can book discounted parking with Q–Park - click here
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