EVENTS

IN SUNDERLAND

A fantastic variety of handpicked artisan local gift shopping stalls located in the Bridges Shopping Centre in Sunderland. 
Stalls include handmade gifts, art, delicious homebakes, gourmet sweet treats, photography, keepsakes, pet accessories, pamper products and so much more! 

Entry is free. 

5 Piece Pop Party Band from Newcastle, with exquisite musicianship and fabulous female vocals.

Algorhythm are a professional function band based in the North East of England. 

Drawing inspiration from iconic acts like Fleetwood Mac, Amy Winehouse, and No Doubt, they seamlessly blend classic rock, modern pop, and everything in between to create a dynamic and electrifying performance.

Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated. With the support of her workmates Becky and Dawn, Jenna overcomes the challenges she faces and finds that laughter, love and friendship can provide the perfect recipe for happiness.

The Houndcats are an authentic rock n’ roll experience. They exquisitely recreate the sound that shaped a generation, performing hits from the likes of The Beatles, Elvis, Chuck Berry and The Rolling Stones.

The Houndcats are a very popular band and a Stack favourite.

The Art, Craft & Graze Markets are all about slowing down, having a wander, and meeting the people behind the work.
Come along to browse handmade pieces, discover local artists and makers, and enjoy a chat with the creatives themselves.
Expect:
Original artwork & handmade crafts
Locally made gifts & home décor
Fresh bakes, savoury treats & artisan produce
A relaxed atmosphere filled with creativity
Whether you’re curious, collecting, or just fancy a relaxed morning out, there’s plenty to explore, taste, and enjoy.
Grab a coffee from the coffee caribe pod, take your time, and support Sunderland’s small businesses and creative community.

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Artisan food and drink market, will be held on the second Sunday of each month going forward. Visitors can wander around the many stalls and purchase from a range of local independent traders offering the very best produce, from crafted gifts to specialist breads and cakes, organic vegetables, charcuterie and more!

Welcome to THE CHOIR OF MAN, the best pub in the world… Come ready to drink in the excitement!

Are you ready to run the city in one of the biggest running events in the North East?

The first Sunderland City 10K was held in 2011 with just over 1,500 taking part. Now one of the North’s biggest running events, we welcomed 5,000 participants to the city streets last year. The Sunderland City 10K is joined by the Half Marathon and the Active Sunderland Big 3K, to ensure there’s something for everyone!

The BBC Big Weekend is back in Sunderland for the first time in 21 years!

With a massive line-up including Fatboy Slim, Zara Larsson, Olivia Dean, Niall Horan, Kehlani, Myles Smith, Dermot Kennedy, Ellie Goulding, Louis Tomlinson, FISHER, Sonny Fodera and more.

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One of the defining bands of the last three decades, Embrace will headline Live at Cliffe Park on Friday 14th August as part of their huge 30th anniversary celebrations.

With three UK Number One albums, over two million records sold and a catalogue packed with era-defining hits including “Gravity”, “All You Good Good People”, “Ashes”, “Nature’s Law” and “Come Back To What You Know”, Embrace remain one of the country’s most powerful and emotional live bands.

Ocean Colour Scene’s rip-roaring live shows have long been one of the most extraordinary sights in modern rock - communal outpourings of hope and joy which boast the most life- affirming sing-a-longs you’ll ever hear.

OCS remain one of the most successful -and most loved- bands of the modern era. Having spent six years fine-tuning their sound, they lit up the Britpop party, chalking up three Top 5 albums - 1996’s Moseley Shoals, 1997’s Marchin’ Already and 1999’s One From The Modern and a run of nine successive Top 20 single’s including the immortal ‘The Riverboat Song’ (in total they have seventeen Top 40 singles and six Top Ten singles).

After multiple sell-out shows across the UK, Love The 90s Festival is taking over Keel Square, Sunderland, for a day of pure 90s nostalgia!

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GirlyPop Live is coming to Keel Square, Sunderland with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts!

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The world's No.1 Beatles tribute act is coming to Keel Square for the Summer Series in the square in Sunderland.

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This coming August Bank Holiday, we head to Keel Square in Sunderland for a huge day festival with Armand Van Helden, SOSA, Sidney Charles & more…

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Following a run of hugely successful, sell-out shows, The Road to Nashville is heading to Sunderland in August 2026 for one massive country takeover!

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