Norwich Lanes Summer Fayre

The latest news from the Norwich Lanes Association. 

Live Music, Pop-up Markets, DJs, Street Food, Arts & Crafts, Cocktails, Cabaret and more...

The Norwich Lanes Summer Fayre is a one-day celebration of this truly unique area, and regularly attracts crowds in the region of 25,000 visitors each year.

A huge thank you to our sponsors - Norwich University of the Arts

What's On

St Benedicts Street

One long street market punctuated by great restaurants and bars, DJs, poets and live music too.

Upper St Giles

The Upper St Giles Street Party is a glorious one day celebration of this beautiful space. You’ll find mouth-watering food and drink offerings, music and more. 

St Gregory's Green

The Marvel DJs bring a little snippet of their legendary 90s night scene to the heart of the Norwich Lanes! Expect a joyful mix of hip-hop, funk, reggae and soul.

Pottergate

Another lovely market, this time with antiques, vintage clothing and collectables. More delicious food here too, to help you along the way.

St John Maddermarket

More DJ sets in this great little enclave with some extraordinary food from the local eateries. For those with a sweet tooth – this s the place to be.

Bridewell Alley

A market celebrating local illustrators, printmakers and artists, all selling their wares. DJs in the churchyard and free entry to the excellent Museum of Norwich too.

Exchange Street

Home to the Jarrold Store Folk Market. Stall after stall of great Norfolk products and produce, plus an award-winning wine bar too.

Bedford Street

A far wider space with activities for children and market stalls too. You’ll find window art and face painting, plus a team of kids on the decks to DJ for you.

The Maddermarket Theatre

A rare quiet spot on the day, but a beautiful space to explore. Take a back stage tour for just £5, or simply relax in the courtyard with a drink from the bar.

Don't Miss...

The Norfolk & Suffolk Swing Dancers

Upper St Giles 12-1pm

Several of the region's most formidable swing dancers join forces for the day and take to the tarmac on Upper St Giles.

Strangers' Hall Museum

4 Charing Cross

Free Entry on the day. This former merchant’s house dates back to 1320. Each room accurately represents the periods of this beautifully preserved building’s past.

Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell

Bridewell Alley

Free entry on the day to this beautifully curated museum. The history of the industries of Norwich, in one spectacular place.

Knight's Tower

St Laurence's Church

A full-contact Medieval Combat School. Watch them compete and even try some lessons in St Laurence’s Church, St Benedicts Street.

Jarrold Store Folk Market

Exchange Street

Don’t miss the Jarrold Store Folk Market on Exchange Street. A showcase of bril- liantly curated local craftsmen, artisans and small businesses.

Islands Terrace Party

The Rumsey Wells

The Islands DJs take to their decks on the terrace at the Rumsey Wells. Expect chilled Balearic sounds early on then dance music as the day turns to night.

The 45 Kids

Bedford Street

A collective of kids from around the UK that have a passion for spinning 7-inch vinyl of all genres. Teamed up alongside their parents for a day of great sounds.

Plough Fest 23

St Benedicts Street

An all day party in one of the finest pub gardens in the city. DJ sets from 1901 Sound, delicious food from Gorilla Street Kitchen and Mojitos aplenty behind the bar.

The Neutrinos at Home

90 Upper St Giles, 2pm - 5pm

A blur of music and live art. The Neutrinos open the doors to their studio for an afternoon of music and chat. Maximum 15 people at any one time.

The Norwch University of The Arts Stand

St Benedicts Street (city end) 11am - 5pm

Join internationally acclaimed artist, Will Teather, for free drop-in observational drawing sessions.

East Gallery

Bridewell Alley 12 - 4pm

A great free workshop! Learn how to make greeting cards using only natural materials including leaves, seed pods and dried flowers. Suitable for age 5+

The Moosey Residency

St Benedicts Street 11am - 4pm

Free entry to the open studio at the Moosey Residency, showcasing the work of three international artists – Miranda Byk, Augustina Wang and Quinn Wilke.

Bowhlll & Elliott

65 London Street 11am -- 4pm

Shoe-making demonstrations plus a design- a-slipper for children competition. Your chance to win a pair of Monogrammed Albert velvet slippers.

The Vine Thai BBQ

7 Dove Street

The perfect match for a summer’s day! A delicious freshly prepared Thai barbecue served with alongside a whole host of locally produced real ales.

Norwich Arts Centre

51 St Benedicts Street

Live music on the lawn at this multi-award winning venue. Expect chill acoustic pop vibes from some great musicians, all under the age of 26. The bar will be open too.

The Summer Fayre After Party

Space Studios, Swan Lane 4pm - 11pm

Soul Roots Radio pres- ent the Norwich Lanes Summer Fayre After Party. The legendary Patrick Forge takes to the decks, alongside three SRR regulars – £10

illustrative map of the Norwich Lanes Summer Fayre
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