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!
26/07/2019 to 28/07/2019
We're looking forward to Sunderland Airshow 2019, our 31st annual spectacular!
Join us from 26-28 July 2019 to see the return of some of our favourite aircrafts, plus some exciting new additions for...
01/02/2019 to 06/05/2019
In February 2019, to mark the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci, 144 of the Renaissance master’s greatest drawings in the Royal Collection will go on display in 12 simultaneous...
12/05/2019
The Active Sunderland BIG 3K offers everyone, of whatever age or ability, the opportunity to be part of a fantastic running weekend in the city and the route will take place on part of the same...
24/07/2019 to 21/08/2019
The Active Sunderland BIG Community Sports Festivals are back this summer and are bigger and better than ever.
Come along and try a new activity or sport for only £2 per person. Activities are...
Did you know?
L.S. Lowry spent his holidays in Sunderland at Seaburn, painting scenes of the coast, port and coal mines. The city is the home to one of the best collections of L.S. Lowry paintings in England.
