What Is Bongo's Bingo Big Fat Bingo Of The Year?

That strange, hazy time after Christmas has arrived. The big day has been and gone, leaving a trail of wrapping paper, leftover turkey, and a general sense of confusion about what day of the week it is. This is the great festive limbo period, a surreal, off-kilter week where time seems to bend, and nobody is quite sure what they should be doing. Is it acceptable to have chocolate for breakfast? Absolutely. Is it time to hit the sales? Maybe. For anyone looking for a proper escape from the post-Xmas slump, there’s an event designed to blast away the cobwebs and provide some top-tier escapism. Bongo’s Bingo is bringing its Big Fat Bingo Of The Year to Leeds for a massive post-Christmas celebration.

That weird week after xmas

Picture the scene. The excitement of Christmas morning is a fading memory. The house is still covered in decorations, but the initial magic has worn off. This is that unique, often bizarre, limbo period between the main event and the New Year. It's a time for lazing on the sofa, questioning how many mince pies is too many, and wondering if getting dressed is strictly necessary. For some, it’s a welcome break, but for others, it can feel a bit flat. It’s a truly surreal experience, an off-kilter pause before the world kicks back into gear. But what if there was an antidote to this quiet lull? What if there was a place to go for one final, massive party to see out the year with a bang? This is exactly where Bongo’s Bingo in Leeds comes in, offering the perfect solution for anyone craving some high-energy fun. This is the ultimate post-Christmas plan.

A bingo night like no other

Now, when someone says ‘bingo’, it’s easy to picture a quiet hall filled with people dabbing numbers. But Bongo’s Bingo throws that idea completely out of the window. It’s less of a traditional game and more of an interactive, wild night out. Think of it as part rave, part comedy show, and part game of bingo, all mashed together into one brilliant, chaotic experience. The numbers are just an excuse for a massive celebration. Expect impromptu dance-offs on tables, singalongs to classic tunes, and prizes so ridiculous they have to be seen to be believed. It's a night of pure, unadulterated escapism, where the goal is to let loose and have a laugh. This particular event, the Big Fat Bingo of The Year, takes that energy and focuses it on a hilarious recap of the entire year.

Welcome to the big fat bingo of the year

The Big Fat Bingo of The Year is a special post-Christmas edition that leaves Santa and his elves firmly in the past. This event is all about celebrating 2025. It’s a deep dive into the twelve months that were, looking back at all the biggest and best bits. This means a playlist packed with the year’s most unforgettable tunes, from chart-toppers to cheesy classics. It also means reliving the funniest memes that had everyone laughing, and nodding along to the biggest pop-cultural moments that got people talking. Everything is turned up to the max for this special bingo celebration. It's a chance to remember the daft, the brilliant, and the downright weird things that made the year what it was. This is the perfect event for anyone in Leeds looking for something completely different during that surreal limbo period.

All the details you need

Ready for this massive post-Xmas party? The Bongo’s Bingo Big Fat Bingo of The Year is happening in Leeds for one special daytime show. It promises to be an off-kilter afternoon of fun that you won't forget.

• What: Bongo’s Bingo Big Fat Bingo of The Year
• Where: The O2 Academy, 55 Cookridge St, Leeds, LS2 3AW
• When: Saturday 27th December 2025 (daytime show)

Getting tickets is simple. Just head over to the official Bongo's Bingo website for all the information on tickets and opening times. Don't miss out on the chance to end the year with this unique brand of bingo fun.