Independent’s Day Market to Showcase Local Crafters

Community event to be held at Kirkgate Community Centre

The Independent’s Day Market is set to take place on Saturday 4 July 2026, offering a platform for local independent crafters to display their work. The event will run from 10:00 to 15:00 at the Kirkgate Community Centre in Bradford.

Event details

• Date and time: 4 July 2026, 10:00 – 15:00
• Location: Kirkgate Community Centre, 39a Kirkgate, Bradford, BD18 3EH
• Entry: Free of charge

The market will be held indoors, providing a comfortable environment for visitors regardless of the weather. It aims to highlight the talents of small and independent crafters from the local communities, giving them an opportunity to reach a wider audience.

Facilities and activities

Visitors will have access to a café area offering home-baked food and cakes, alongside hot drinks. Additionally, there will be a dedicated space for children to engage in play and craft activities, which will be free to use.

The event is designed to be family-friendly and accessible, encouraging community engagement and support for local artisans.

Getting there

The Kirkgate Community Centre is located in central Bradford. Directions and further venue information can be obtained through local listings or online maps.

Additional local events

Other arts and crafts events are scheduled in the Bradford area around this time, including:

• Saplings Nature Baby and Toddler Group – 1 July 2026, Bracken Hall Countryside Centre
• Beckfoot Thornton Art Year 10 Show ’26 – 6 June to 5 July 2026, South Square
• South Square Collage Cub – 6 June to 12 July 2026, South Square
• Clay Workshop, Slab Building Wall Hangings – 23 July 2026, South Square

These events provide further opportunities to explore local arts and crafts in the Bradford district.