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What's on
There is always something to see and do in Sunderland; take part in our programme of events and festivals, many of which are free!
01/04/2021
Penshaw Bowl is going online
We have some ‘cracking’ Easter activities this year as part of Penshaw Bowl 2021.
You can expect an egg decorating competition with prizes up for grabs, crafts, cooking...
22/05/2021 to 23/05/2021
Scrantastic family food festival will return to the Broadway and Rectory Park, Houghton-le-Spring (DH4 4BB) on 22 and 23 May 2021.
07/08/2021 to 08/08/2021
A brand new and exciting music festival is taking place in Mowbray Park in the summer of 2021!
Indie giants Kaiser Chiefs are taking to the main stage on Saturday 7 August alongside Sunderland’s very...
15/10/2021 to 16/10/2021
It's been four years since Alan last went on tour, and in that time he's managed to find himself in all sorts of dramas. Between his star-studded wedding day and becoming an accidental anarchist,...
03/11/2021
A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award winning production features a sensational line-up of musicians and artists, and together with a...
Did you know?
Blockbuster West End shows are staged at the Sunderland Empire, the biggest theatre between Edinbugh and Manchester.
Sunderland Top Ten's
Looking for a great family day out in a friendly, exciting city by the sea? Looking for fascinating museums, cute wildlife and plenty of space for your little ones to run off their excess energy? Look no more because Sunderland ticks all those boxes and more. Here are our ten best things for all of the family to do in Sunderland.