Saturday27 September
Join us for the final Art Festival of 2025!
The Art Festival at Sunniside Gardens on September 27 is coming together with the much-loved Local Heroes Food Market to create something truly special that will feed all your senses.
From 10am to 3pm, this vibrant event will blend stunning art exhibitions, lively performances, and mouthwatering street food, offering a rich and unforgettable experience for everyone. Expect lively performances, interactive experiences, stunning sculptures, and delicious food.
Join us for a memorable day filled with music, creativity, and community spirit. Together, we will bring joy to every corner of this shared space and put Sunderland in the Frame.
Festival Three of Three
What to expect!
Following the successful events held at both Roker Park and Roker Beach in July and the Sheepfolds Stables in August, the final festival is taking place at Sunniside Gardens on September 27.
This event includes an exhibition named Foundations and Futures and coincides with the monthly Local Heroes Food Market, which means that visitors can not only enjoy a whole host of music, entertainment and creative opportunities but can also tuck into street food from some of the region’s top vendors.
The festival runs from 10am until 3pm and includes an art exhibition and art market, where visitors can talk to the artists and purchase unique pieces.
SUNNISIDE GARDENS
Where to find us!
Sunniside Gardens is a lovely open space in the heart of the historic core of Sunderland
Postcode
SR1 1TR.
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Parking
Sunniside Multi-Storey Car Park. William Street, off High Street West, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1
Nile Street Car Park, Nile Street, Sunderland, SR1 1EE
Road Closure
For the comfort and safety of everyone please note a road closure is in place around the gardens between 9 am and 4 pm.
HIGHLIGHTS
Art Exhibition
Experience a vibrant outdoor art exhibition showcasing a diverse range of artworks that invite you to explore, reflect, and enjoy art in a welcoming, open-air setting.
Art Market
Discover beautiful artworks and handcrafted treasures while connecting with talented creators for one-of-a-kind art.
Houghton Brass Band
Experience the vibrant sounds of the Houghton Brass Band, delivering lively performances that celebrate community, tradition, and musical excellence.
King Ink Spoken Word
Dive into powerful storytelling and poetic artistry with King Ink Spoken Word. Inspiring voices and fostering creative self-expression through dynamic spoken performances.
Hannah Graham Sketch Off and Portraits
Join Hannah Graham for an exciting Sketch Off, where you’ll enjoy fast-paced, fun-filled quick drawing showdowns where you compete against each other with fabulous sketches.
Colour & Craft Studio
Unleash your creativity at the Colour & Craft Studio, a hands-on space for crafting, painting, and exploring art techniques in a fun, supportive environment.
Let Your Soul Grow
Connect with your inner self and nurture your creativity through guided activities to create soulful expressions.
Sculpture Park
Stroll through the Sculpture Park, an outdoor gallery of inspiring, contemporary sculptures designed to challenge and delight.
ARt Frames
Experience “The ARt Frames,” allowing participants to frame themselves as art pieces with augmented reality elements.
Chris Cross Magician
Be amazed by Chris Cross, the magician whose captivating tricks and illusions turn ordinary moments into extraordinary magical experiences.
Office of Oddities
Enter the whimsical world of the Office of Oddities with Atlas Theatre, a fascinating space filled with bizarre, intriguing, and mysterious objects that spark curiosity and wonder.
Sacred Sound Drummers
Feel the rhythm and join the Sacred Sounds team in a percussion tribute that celebrates community, spirituality, and the power of music to unite.
TIMINGS
The event runs from 10 am to 3 pm.
King Ink | Spoken Word
10.15 am to 10.30 am
Houghton Brass Band | Entertainment
10.30 am to 11.15 am
King Ink | Spoken Word
11.20 am to 11.35 am
Houghton Brass Band | Entertainment
11.45 am to 12.30 pm
King Ink | Spoken Word
12.45 pm to 1.00 pm
Chris Cross Magician | Entertainment
1.00 pm to 1.30 pm
Sacred Drummers | Activity
1.30 pm to 2.15 pm
King Ink | Spoken Word
2.15 pm to 2.30 pm
Sacred Drummers | Activity
2.30 pm to 3.00 pm
STALL HOLDERS
ART MARKET STALLS
Art cafe
Kuwaii Cutie Jewellery
LOCAL HEROES MARKET
The Little Cakery By The Sea
The Brownie Bar
Deep North
Pink Lane Bakery
Raising Dough CIC
Cracked Bean Roastery
The Northern Bistro
FC Roast
Bubble T Lab
Awesome Chocolates
The travelling bee company
Sunshine Co-operative
Urban Harvest Mushrooms
Geordie Bangers
Wild North Studio
Just Let Your Soul Grow CIC
Chéz
Zenobia
Slackjaw’s Gourmet Burger
Acropolis
PIT STOPS
As it is a full day out why not take advantage of the amazing food options in Sunniside including:
Angelos Restaurant
Diegos Joint
Port Independent
Mackies Corner
Pop Recs
Seaglass Cafe
Cafe at the Bothy
21 Social
ESSENTIALS
Come prepared and stay comfortable, whatever the weather!
We recommend dressing in layers and bringing waterproofs just in case. Sunshine or showers, there’s plenty to enjoy, so don’t let a little rain spoil your day.
And please leave both the Park and the Beach as you found them as they are great assets at our city by the sea.
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