The city centre event will take place between tomorrow and Sunday. It will be the first of its kind, featuring street food, seating areas and entertainment from local performers and musicians. Carlisle city councillor and Portfolio holder for Culture, Heritage and Leisure Stephen Higg, said: “I am delighted that we are able to re-start our events programme. “It is encouraging that local businesses are taking part and supporting this first-of-a-kind event in the city. “The weekend music and entertainment are a welcome platform for some great local talent, and the forecast for the weekend looks good too. “I hope that as many people as possible come out to enjoy the Hawker Festival and show their support for our high street.”
Carlisle to host first Hawker Market bringing food and entertainment to city
Carlisle will host its first ever Hawker Market this summer treating shoppers to a four-day offering of food and entertainment.
The city centre event, planned between June 10 and June 13, will be the first of its kind and will feature street food, seated areas and entertainment from local performers and musicians.
Organised by Carlisle City Council, with support from the Government’s Welcome Back Fund, it aims to encourage shoppers to return into the city centre post lockdown, give visitors a safe outdoor space to reconnect with friends and family and bring the community together.