We host events such a live music gigs of all genres, poetry nights, open mic nights, LGBTQIA+ Club nights, Drink 'N' Draw events, Comedy evenings, Cinema Nights and so much more! The Source is at the helm of all things creative in Carlisle and offers opportunities to any creative in or out of Cumbria! Our bespoke cocktails have put us on the map for querky and innovative ideas as we create a cocktail based on each band that plays the venue and often create wacky off-the-menu cocktails based our customers crazy ideas! We are always up for a collaboration and put on some of the best events in town! Much like the tardis, we are bigger on the inside than it looks on teh outside! And we have two main rooms ... our cosy bohemian bar room which has hosted many an open mic night and has instruments on site to use and a warm, friendly and inviting atmosphere. Our back gig room comes complete with a full stage, PA and lighting system and has hosted up and coming bands such as Iron Maidens Tony Moore, Cumbrias own Hardwicke Circus, Funke and the Two Tone Baby, Jeramiah Ferrari and so much more! This venue is one of the best hidden gems in Carlisle and is well worth the short walk outside of the city centre. We offer a welcoming and comfortable environment for musicians, music lovers and those who just love great bevs and great craic! Funky, bohemian aesthetic bar and a fab gig room with stage! Dog friendly, student friendly prices, song-request friendly �
We often have completely different events from one week to the next but you can always count on us to hve live music in some way or another! There is always something happening at the venue, so keep an eye out on our Social Media pages:
Facebook: Collective and Instagram: thesource_2020
Available for venue hire AND we do 50% off venue hire from Sunday-Wednesday for private events! Want to put on a gig, live music event, party, book/album launch, fundraiser, art exhibition or other?
