Bishy Road street party all set for York this weekend

The Bishy Road Street Party will take place on Sunday, June 21, from 11am to 4pm and is expected to attract up to 8,000 visitors.

Celebrating community spirit and independent shops on Bishopthorpe Road, the event will include live music, family activities and food.

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Todd LePage of the Bishopthorpe Road Traders Association said: “One of the things that makes Bishy Road special is the strength of the community behind it.

“The Street Party is a chance to celebrate not only our fantastic independent businesses, but also the charities, community groups, volunteers and residents who help make the area such a vibrant and welcoming place.”

Bishopthorpe Road will be closed to traffic between Nunnery Lane and Scarcroft Road for the duration of the event.

The event is organised by the Bishopthorpe Road Traders Association and is supported through the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund. (Image: Kevin Glenton)

The main stage, located in the shoppers’ car park, will feature six performances throughout the day, including headline sets from the Yorky Pud Street Band and The Unnamed Band.

Entertainment will also include five dedicated children’s performances and interactive sessions, with appearances from Professor Dan, Josh Benson and more.

Food and drink will be available from Bishopthorpe Road traders, alongside additional street vendors and community stalls.

Charities, artists, makers and community groups will take part, offering games, activities and information.

A dedicated children’s zone will be set up on Ebor Street, and entertainment will be spread across the entire event space.

The street party is organised by the Bishopthorpe Road Traders Association and supported by the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority through the Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund.

Todd LePage said: “We’ve been delighted by the support we’ve received from volunteers, local businesses, performers and partners across the city.

“Events like this simply wouldn’t happen without the huge amount of goodwill and effort that people are prepared to contribute.

“We’re hoping for a great turnout and, fingers crossed, a little bit of sunshine.”

David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, said: “High streets are constantly changing, but they have, and always will be, hubs for our communities.

“Like the Bishy Road Street Party, which will bring thousands to this special part of York for a celebration like no other while supporting independent businesses, charities and community groups.”

The event is free to attend and no booking is required.