EVENTSIN SUNDERLAND
May 2026
Sunderland BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend @
Herrington Country Park22 May 2026 - 24 May 2026
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.
Sunderland vs Chelsea
@ Stadium of Light24 May 2026
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June 2026
Moulin Rouge
@ Sunderland Empire5 June 2026 - 27 June 2026
Enter a world of splendour, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment. Welcome to Moulin Rouge! The Musical!
Winner of 10 Tony awards including Best Musical, Best Director, and Best Choreography Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. A celebration of truth, beauty, freedom and - above all - love, Moulin Rouge! is more than a musical; it is a state of mind.
Makers &
Bakers Market6 June 2026
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.
Bridgerton Themed Afternoon Tea
@ The Grand Hotel7 June 2026
As you sip and socialise with your afternoon tea, be serenaded by
the captivating voice of Amber Cox, whose live performance
will transport you to the grand ballrooms of the Bridgerton era.
Take That
@ Stadium of Light9 June 2026
Take That are taking to the stage at the Stadium of Light with the return of their spectacular 'The Circus Live' tour!
Art, Craft, and
Graze Market13 June 2026
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.
Sheepfolds
Stables Market14 June 2026
The 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!
August 2026
The Waterboys
@ Cliffe Park Live13 August 2026
The Waterboys have been led by Scottish singer/guitarist Mike Scott since the 1980s and have evolved through many line-ups, winning a fearsome concert reputation along the way. One of the best live bands in the world, the 2025 group features double keyboard players Brother Paul from Memphis and James Hallawell from Cornwall, and is grounded by killer Irish rhythm section Aongus Ralston (bass) and Eamon Ferris (drums).
They reconfigure music from all stages of the band’s career, from the early “big music” of The Whole Of The Moon and classic album This Is The Sea through the roots-inspired Fisherman’s Blues era and the run of in-form records that have poured out since 2015’s Nashville-recorded Modern Blues, taking in soul, funk, country-rock and any other kind of music they care to play.
EMBRACE @
CLIFFE PARK LIVE14 August 2026
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
@ Cliffe Park Live15 August 2026
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).
Love the 90's Festival
@ Keel Square22 August 2026
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 Fest @Keel
Square Sunderland23 August 2026
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 Bootleg Beatles
@ Keel Square28 August 2026
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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Groovebox Fest
@ Keel Square29 August 2026
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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Road to Nashville
@Keel Square30 August 2026
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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