Kick off your weekend with vibrant local music and night market culture at the Carlton Place Market (Night Market + Jazz Circle) on Friday 2nd October 2026! Running from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the heart of Southampton’s independent precinct along Carlton Place, this special evening edition brings together a diverse mix of local traders offering vintage clothing, vinyl records, handmade crafts, and artisan food and drink. Proudly supported by GO! Southampton as part of ongoing efforts to champion independent businesses and enrich city centre nightlife, the event features live musical performances from the Jazz Circle to create a relaxed, buzzing evening atmosphere.
Market Schedule & Evening Timings
Schedule and timing details for the night market and jazz session on Carlton Place:
- Event Date: Friday 2nd October 2026.
- Market Hours: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM BST.
- Live Jazz Circle: Music sessions performing live throughout the evening.
- Trader Stalls: Open continuously from 5:00 PM for browsing and evening shopping.
Event Highlights & Local Traders
Featured offerings, live entertainment, and local business highlights:
- Vintage & Collectables: Browse curated vintage clothing, fashion accessories, and vinyl records from local collectors.
- Artisan Food & Drink: Enjoy hot street food, baked goods, craft beers, and refreshments served by surrounding independent venues and market stalls.
- Handmade Crafts: Discover unique gifts, handmade jewellery, homeware, and creative craft items from Hampshire makers.
- Live Jazz Circle: Enjoy smooth live jazz sessions adding a relaxed soundtrack to the pedestrianised precinct.
- City Centre Regeneration: Supported by GO! Southampton to highlight and boost independent traders in the Bedford Place and Carlton Place quarter.
Visitor Information & Admission
Entry guidelines and location information for Carlton Place:
- Free Admission: Entirely free street access with no entry ticket required.
- Pedestrianised Zone: Carlton Place is fully pedestrianised, offering a spacious, safe outdoor precinct for walking, shopping, and dining.
- Pet-Friendly: Dogs are welcome in the outdoor market street area.
How to Get to Carlton Place
Travel options for reaching Carlton Place, Southampton (SO15 2DX):
- By Walking: Located just off London Road and Bedford Place, a short 10-minute walk from Southampton city centre or Above Bar Street.
- By Bus: Multiple Unilink and Bluestar bus lines stop along London Road and Bedford Place, within 2 minutes’ walk.
- By Train: Southampton Central Station is approximately a 12-to-15 minute walk away (0.7 miles).
Carlton Place Parking Information
Parking options nearby in the Bedford Place area:
- Bedford Place Multi-Storey Car Park: Located on Salisbury Street (SO15 2TZ), directly behind Carlton Place.
- Grosvenor Square Car Park: Pay-and-display multi-storey parking available nearby (SO15 2UA).
- On-Street Parking: Pay-and-display bays are situated along London Road, Winchester Street, and Bellevue Road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the Carlton Place Market (Night Market + Jazz Circle) taking place?
- The event takes place on Friday 2nd October 2026, running from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM BST.
- Where is the night market located?
- The market is hosted outdoors along pedestrianised Carlton Place, Southampton (SO15 2DX).
- How much is entry to the market?
- Admission to the market and live Jazz Circle performances is completely free.
- What items and stalls will be available?
- Visitors will find local traders selling vintage clothing, vinyl records, handmade crafts, artisan food, and local drinks.
- Who supports or organises the market?
- The market is supported and sponsored by GO! Southampton as part of ongoing efforts to champion independent local businesses and enhance city centre nightlife.
- Where is the nearest parking available?
- Multi-storey car parking is available nearby at Bedford Place Car Park on Salisbury Street (SO15 2TZ) and Grosvenor Square Car Park (SO15 2UA).