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Street Party
Blandford Street

A day where the street becomes a space to swap, learn, create, repair, play, and connect!

SATURDAY
8 AUGUST

10 AM TO 3 PM

Save the date…we are bringing a shared and accessible experience to Blandford Street

This year, Blandford Street will be transformed into a remade and reloved outdoor street party on the 8th of August.

A vibrant, family-friendly day celebrating: sustainability, creativity, practical skills and community connections. This isn’t a market or a large-scale festival, it’s a day where the street becomes a space to swap, learn, create, repair, play, and connect.

Find out what to expect below!

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Things to do!

The Blandford Street Party will showcase everything that makes the area unique, with a programme of family-friendly activities, live entertainment and hands-on experiences.

Entertainment

  • Circurama Curcus Skills

    Roll up and have a go at circus skills, fun and games with the brilliant Circurama team. Test your balance, learn a new trick and discover your inner circus performer!

  • Portraits with Hannah

    Step away from the digital photobooth and sit for something a little more timeless. Artist Hannah Graham will create a unique hand-drawn portrait for you to take home, giving you a one-of-a-kind keepsake from the Blandford Street Party.
  • Bubbles with Victoria

    Watch Blandford Street come alive as beautiful bubbles dance, sparkle and drift along the street, bringing smiles to visitors of all ages.

  • Face Painting with Hannah

    No street party outfit is complete without a splash of colour! Pop along to Harrison & Brown Furniture, where Hannah will be creating fantastic face paints, glitter designs and temporary tattoos to help you get into the party spirit. Perfect for children, grown-ups and anyone who loves a little extra sparkle.

Suitable for all ages and abilities between 10 am and 3 pm.

Activities

  • Decoupage with Su

    Discover the art of decoupage with Su from the Art Cafe and pick up tips and tricks to transform everyday items into something beautiful. Have a go yourself and see how this simple technique can give household treasures a whole new lease of life.

  • Rag Bunting

    Learn how to make your own rag bunting with the team from Let Your Soul Grow using recycled fabrics, you’ll learn a simple technique that turns unwanted textiles into bright, cheerful decorations.

  • Jam Jar Posies

    Take home a little bunch of happiness! Create your own beautiful jam jar posy with the team from Let Your Soul Grow using seasonal flowers and foraged greenery to discover how an everyday jar can become a charming vase. Bring your own jam jar, or upcycle one of ours, and leave with something beautiful to brighten your home.

  • Book Signing with Glenda

    You will find local author Glenda Young signing books between 11 am and 2 pm in the Glass Onion Bistro.

Along Blandford Street you will find fun, creative activities that shows just how easy upcycling can be!

Music Performances

11.00 | Sunderland Male Choir

11.30  | SING Choir

13.00 | Sunderland Male Choir

13.00 | COMMUNITY Choir

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