The Northern Paint Fest – Blank Wall Assassins

Festival Details

22/06/22

TO

26/06/22

Tribe Carlisle,
Bitts Park,
Dacre Road,
CA3 8UZ

This year’s festival

Welcome to the home of the first ever Blank Wall Assassins Street Art Festival @ Tribe Carlisle.

For the last 5 years, Ben Heslop of Landmark Street Art has drip fed the city with incredible public works of art from some of the world’s leading street artists. Teaming up with Anna Chippendale in 2020, Blank Wall Assassins was born, linking both existing artworks with new ones that have received recognition on a global scale through an interactive trail.

From June 22 – 26 2022, Blank Wall Assassins will bring a 5 day festival to Tribe which will see 9 local, national and international artists painting live with the backdrop of the iconic Carlisle Castle and sound tracked by DJs and musicians from a variety of genres.

The event will create a platform to further put the city firmly on the global street art map and will form an outdoor gallery as part of the trail that is free for all to enjoy both during and after the festival.

We can’t wait to see you there. Get involved!

Big love, Ben and Anna x

Who are the artists?

New artists will be revealed one by one, so keep checking back for updates.

FAQs

Where is the Street Art Festival?

Tribe is located at the entrance to Bitts Park next to Carlisle Castle off Dacre Road

Postcode: CA3 8UZ
Where can I park?

Bitts Park

https://www.carlisle.gov.uk/Residents/Car-Parkingnew/Car-Parks/bitts-park-car-park

Carlisle Castle

https://www.carlisle.gov.uk/Residents/Car-Parkingnew/Car-Parks/castle-car-park
What are the opening times?

Festival Opening Times

12 – 10pm

Each artist will be working to their own schedule, due to the weather and their particular style of working, but there will always be someone on site to see throughout the week.

Click here to see the Tribe Opening Times
What's on?

TBC
What is accessibility like at the venue?

Tribe is accessible to wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Painting will take place on grassed area so may not be accessible dependent on weather however viewing can take place from paths and Tribe and installations are large enough that close proximity is not necessary.
Are dogs allowed?

Yes! We LOVE dogs! You can even get your best pal an ice cream from the Pokey Parlour.
What does it cost?

The event is completely free to attend at any time.
Are there toilets?

Toilets, including accessible toilets are available on site.
Museum of youth culture?

We are very proud to be running the festival alongside Cumbria’s Museum of Youth Culture exhibition. A collection of photographs, art work and ephemera depicting youth culture in Cumbria so if you want to check out the history of the county’s mods, rockers, punks, skaters and everything in between, pop in and have a look while you’re here!
Will there be Food & Drink?

Tribe has a very well stocked bar, as well as a number of top notch food outlets that include pizzas, ice cream, Lebanese food and more. The site is also super close to the city centre where there are even more amazing places to eat and drink.
Is this event for kids?

Kids of all ages are welcome. There is a fantastic park right next to the site that includes play equipment for all ages and even has its own outdoor gym if you feel the urge to bring your PE kit!
What else do I need to know?

We are very proud of our city and all the brilliant things it has to offer. The festival takes place right next to our iconic castle, Tullie House Museum and Art gallery and the Cathedral is a 10 minute walk, all of which are worth a visit if you have time. We have brilliant venues, bars, eateries and shops as well as city centre hotels and B & Bs, all in walking distance from the site. Make sure you take the time to explore while you are here. For more information check out https://www.discovercarlisle.co.uk/

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