Bradford-based housing provider Incommunities will once again support the initiative, as well as encouraging residents of its properties to visit the event over the festival weekend.
Saleem Ahktar, co-founder of Leeds Road Festival said: “Sunday was a special opportunity to celebrate Leeds Road and a fitting start to our 2026 Festival.
“We are blessed to have the support of so many Bradford-based organisations, and to have two food and beverage manufacturers – a sector that plays such an important role in the business community of this city, alongside such a well-respected housing provider, is a fantastic testament to the festival and the area as a whole.
“We look forward to welcoming tens of thousands of people to Bradford once again, as we shine a spotlight on this special area of the city, and the economic impact it delivers.”
Faz Ali, Sales & Marketing Director from Regal Foods said: “Regal Foods is thrilled to support the Leeds Road Festival through its iconic Cake Rusk product.
“As part of the partnership, Leeds Road Festival branding will feature on Cake Rusk packaging, providing exposure across more than 3,000 retail outlets and reaching consumers in over 50 countries worldwide.
“At Regal Foods, community is at the heart of everything we do. As a business proudly born and based in Bradford, we are passionate about supporting initiatives that bring people together, celebrate our local communities and create lasting memories. The Leeds Road Festival is a fantastic example of this.”
Basharat Ali , General Manager UK Operations from Ice Drinks said: “We are incredibly proud to be a sponsor of the Leeds Road Festival, not simply because our name is associated with the event, but because we believe in what it represents. Communities become stronger when local people support local ambition.
Mark Beach, Director of Customer Experience at Incommunities said: “We’re proud to be supporting the Leeds Road Festival again this year. Leeds Road is one of Bradford’s most vibrant and diverse communities, and the festival is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the people, culture and spirit that make the area so special. It’s always great to see everyone come together to enjoy the food, music and entertainment on offer.
“We’ll be there throughout the weekend with plenty of fun activities and prize draws, and we look forward to meeting local residents and visitors alike.”
Meanwhile further details have been revealed about the festival. Saturday will feature a full day of live entertainment, music, dance, and cultural celebrations and Bradford Moor Park, including performances from Wajid Ali Baghdadi performing traditional Qawwali, Tayyba Khan taking to the stage with popular musical performances, and Naeem Hazarfi closing the lineup with an energetic live show that keeps the festival atmosphere alive from start to finish.
Visitors on the Sunday can enjoy lively performances from Nach de Tapde, Plummer Drummers, Steeldrums, Wilko Wilkes, Abdullah Shahid, Natural Rhythm, Third Floor, JENNA, Sher Yar, Nadia Ghul, and headline performer Abrar Ul-Haq, delivering an exciting mix of Bollywood dance, drumming, reggae, rap, pop, Punjabi, and Pakistani music.
Alongside the live performances on both days, guests can enjoy a fantastic selection of street food, shopping stalls, family entertainment, cultural activities, and local businesses at the free-to-attend event.
