The Orange Pip Market is back on Bedford Street and Baker Street on five Saturdays from 30 May to 26 September 2026, bringing artisan food, live music, and family workshops to Middlesbrough town centre between noon and 6pm.
Celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, the market remains a cornerstone of the local cultural calendar. Councillor Philippa Storey, Middlesbrough’s Deputy Mayor and Executive Member for Culture, described it as “an anchor of Middlesbrough’s cultural and entertainment programme … that brings Middlesbrough’s community together and showcases the region’s exceptional talent.” The line-up features regional acts including North East indie band Vice Killer, alongside craft sessions such as cyanotype printing and brooch making.
While the market settles into its regular home for most of the season, the 27 June edition will relocate to Centre Square. Throughout the run, visitors can also explore the independent bars, pubs, and cafes that line Baker Street and Bedford Street. Full details are on the We Are Middlesbrough website.
The anniversary season unfolds as Middlesbrough sits on the longlist for UK City of Culture 2029, adding to a year that already includes hosting the Turner Prize.
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