Ripon delivered residents one of its first street festivals for some time on Easter Monday which took place on the historical Kirkgate high street and attracted all generations from both in and around Ripon city centre.
Crowds enjoyed a flourish of entertainment, food, live music, local arts, boutiques and outdoor dining.
Despite the predictable bank holiday rain the event was a roaring success that gave local trade a welcome boost at the start of the spring season.
5. Kirkgate Street Party
Indian dancer Sarita McDermott delivers a hypnotising performance with dances about love and tragedy in association with Jennyruth Workshops Photo: Natasha Audsley
6. Kirkgate Street Party
Entertainment was ongoing with traders reporting a busy day and night. Photo: Natasha Audsley
7. Kirkgate Street Party
The festival was introduced as part of a bid to revamp the city’s marketplace, refresh its street life and encourage residents to buy local. Photo: Natasha Audsley
8. Kirkgate Street Party
Fliss Mcphee, administration for the event said: “We are looking forward to a new date including more streets in Ripon and potentially growing onto the market square. “It really proves what you can do when you all come together.” Photo: Natasha Audsley