The Blues face Southend United in the Enterprise National League on Saturday evening - here’s all the key information you need ahead of the game.
PRE-MATCH
- The West Stand ticket office will open at 12:30pm.
- The Matchday ticket offices will open at 4pm.
- Turnstiles will open at 4pm - a reminder that an adult must accompany under-14s.
- Meeters and greeters, along with our EDI reps, will be on the ground to help with any fan queries.
- If you are a first-time fan, let the Blues Store pop-up shop in the Fan Zone know for a special surprise!
COMMUNITY AND SUPPORTER ENGAGEMENT
- The Family Zone, sponsored by Game On!, will be open from 4pm.
- Carlisle United Community Sports Trust bucket collection.
- Olga's Matchday Kickabout - 3pm to 4:45pm.
- This is our dedicated International Women's Day fixture.
- Express Dance Studio are performing on the pitch at 5:15pm.
- Her Game Too activities and face painting at the EDI Gazebo.
- Carlisle United Supporters Trust will be in the Fan Zone before the match.
- Game On! are in the Fan Zone with fun and games.
- Jay Rosa is performing freestyle football in the Fan Zone.
BLUES STORE
- The Blues Store will be open from 10am to 8pm.
- The Blues Store pop-up in the Fan Zone is open from 1pm
- QR Codes are available in 74/75, Foxy's, Cumbria Lounge, United Lounge, and 1904 Lounge to purchase items from the Blues Store digitally and have them delivered throughout the day.
- 10am to 1pm - 20% off everything for non-season ticket holders, and 40% off everything for season ticket holders.
- 1pm to 7:45pm - 10% off everything for non-season ticket holders, and 20% off everything for season ticket holders
FAN ZONE
The Northern Competitions Fan Zone will open at 12:30pm.
On site will be:
- Two Angel Lane Chippie vans - one selling fish and chips as usual, the other selling southern fried chicken and chips
- Coffee Rambler
- Greyhound Burger Van
- Mr Whippy ice cream
- Candy Cabs Sweets
- Yorkshire Pudding Roast Company
- Blondie Brownies
Other highlights:
- Heineken Draught will be available in the Fan Zone for this match - perfect for fans looking to enjoy a cold pint.
- Halpy’s and Balderstone Bars are open throughout the game and will close 15 minutes before full-time.
- Glass Bar and Murphy’s Bar open at 12:30pm.
- The Nags Head Horse Box opens from 12:30pm, serving local favourites from West Walls Brewery - try the Helles Lager or Gold Fool.
- Happy Hour runs from 1pm to 3:30pm, with discounted prices on Fosters, John Smiths, Ullswater Blonde, Heineken and Inches Cider.
- The Warwick Road End Fan Zone stays open through the second half and closes at the final whistle - ideal for a half-time top-up.
- Free fresh fruit, generously donated by local supplier Interfresh, is available at the main Fan Zone bars and in the Family Zone in the East Stand.
- Need to skip the queues? Use the Pre-Order Point on the wall opposite Halpy’s in the East Stand Concourse to order drinks for pre-match and half-time. Collect your drinks at the Collection Point to the left of Halpy’s Bar.
HALF-TIME – BIG SHOT
Our half-time game, Big Shot, gives you the chance to win a minimum of £1,000 at every home fixture.
A maximum of 20 lucky fans will step onto the Brunton Park pitch at the break and take one shot at kicking a size-five football through a 14-inch hole in the target on the Warwick Road End goalline.
Entry is just £5 per person, with £1 from every entry donated to Carlisle United Community Sports Trust. The remaining £4 goes into the prize pot, which rolls over until it’s won.
Book your place online HERE!
PARKING
- Parking is also available at the rugby club - £5 for four hours, pay & display (carlislerugby.club).
- Local streets operate as disc zones and offer two hours of free parking. Please park considerately, not on double yellow lines or blocking driveways.
- For details of council city centre car parks, click HERE!
POCKET GUIDE
View our one-page pocket guide HERE!
MATCHDAY CONDUCT
We would like to take this opportunity to remind fans of the importance of positive behaviour throughout the matchday experience. We encourage everyone to arrive early, enjoy the build-up respectfully, and support the team with enthusiasm once the action begins. If you witness anything that doesn’t feel right or an incident occurs, please alert a steward or a member of the stadium team so it can be addressed quickly and appropriately. Together, we can help ensure a safe, welcoming atmosphere for all.
We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse at Brunton Park.
