Roots Market

Overview

When: Sunday, 20 September 2026.

Roots Market is a community market held at Sector 57 in Birmingham, combining record stalls, general market traders and street food under a reggae, dub and roots soundtrack from the Creative Hertz sound system. The 2026 date is Sunday 20 September.

Alongside the market stalls, the event includes a record store selling vinyl, plus workshops running through the day. A dedicated kids corner makes it a genuinely family-friendly stop rather than a purely adult event, despite the sound-system theme running through it.

It's a smaller-scale, community-feel market rather than a large-scale festival — a good option if you're after something with more character than a standard high street shopping trip, set to a distinctive musical backdrop.

Given the mix of record stalls, street food and workshops, it suits an unhurried visit where you can browse, eat, and see what workshops are running on the day.

Highlights

• Market stalls and a record store
• Street food traders
• Reggae, dub and roots soundtrack from Creative Hertz sound system
• Workshops running through the day
• Family-friendly kids corner
• Held in Birmingham's Digbeth area

What to expect

Expect a mix of market stalls, a record store setup, and street food traders, all set to a reggae, dub and roots sound system. Workshops run through the day alongside the market stalls — exact activities can vary, so it's worth checking the official Skiddle listing nearer the date.

The dedicated kids corner means families are catered for alongside record collectors and street food fans, making it a broader family day out rather than a nightlife event despite the sound-system branding.

Who it's for

Roots Market suits vinyl collectors drawn by the record store, families making use of the kids corner, and anyone who enjoys browsing a market with a distinctive reggae and dub soundtrack rather than a standard shopping-centre atmosphere.

Getting there

Roots Market is held at Sector 57, 21 Milk Street, Birmingham, B5 5TR — in Birmingham's Digbeth area, within easy reach of Birmingham city centre by bus or a short walk from the city's main railway stations.

Digbeth has a number of pay-and-display and multi-storey car parks nearby if you're driving, though public transport is generally the more convenient option for this part of the city.

Planning tips

Check the official Skiddle listing for confirmed opening hours before you travel, since times for community markets like this can shift closer to the date. Bring cash as well as a card, as smaller stallholders and the record store may not all take contactless payments.

If you're bringing children for the kids corner, it's worth checking on the day what activities are running, as the workshop schedule can vary.

FAQ

When is Roots Market?

Roots Market is scheduled for Sunday, 20 September 2026. Arrive early for the busiest stalls, and double-check the official listing before you travel in case of last-minute changes.

What is Roots Market?

Roots Market is a community market at Sector 57 in Birmingham, combining market stalls, a record store, street food traders and workshops, set to a reggae and dub sound system.

Is Roots Market suitable for children?

Yes — the event has a dedicated kids corner, making it a family-friendly stop alongside the market stalls, record store and street food.

Where is Roots Market held?

Roots Market takes place at Sector 57, 21 Milk Street, Birmingham, B5 5TR, in the city's Digbeth area.

Do I need to book tickets for Roots Market?

Check the official Skiddle listing for the latest ticketing details, as this can vary by date.