What To Do In Sunderland

Looking for things to do in Sunderland? Take a look at a list of free events, tourist attractions and days out you can enjoy in Sunderland.

Win A Chance To Run With Sunderland Association Football Club

Supporters have the chance to win a mascot place at Sunderland AFC’s next home game as part of Foundation of Light’s dedicated matchday. The club’s official charity is giving one lucky fan the opportunity to run out with the Lads as part of their showcase game when...

Review: The Lion King, Sunderland Empire

A roaring success. We head down to Sunderland Empire to watch the action of The Lion King unfold live on stage... We all know and love the wonderful tale of The Lion King. With a track record of being a hit on stage, when we found out it was coming to the North...

Countdown to a Cracking Easter in Sunderland

Easter is just around the corner - but people across Sunderland can start getting egg-cited right now. Here's why... From 1-16 April the city centre will be jam packed with a whole range of activities - from Easter workshops and crafting sessions to live entertainment...

The Best Christmas Craft Events in Sunderland

Nov 22, 2022 | Kids & Family, Seasonal Stuff, Things to do

Get crafty with the kids this festive season with the best Christmas craft events in Sunderland! Make Your Own Christmas Bauble National Glass Centre Deck the halls with your hand-made decorations this year after a make your own Christmas bauble...

N-Dubz and Bad Boy Chiller Crew announce huge Sunderland show

Nov 16, 2022 | Arts and Culture, Nightlife, Things to do

N-Dubz are back and they’re coming to Sunderland next year! Following the release of their comeback single Charmer, your favourite noughties rap group N-Dubz have finally announced a return to Sunderland, bringing their record-breaking sell-out tour to Herrington...

Winter Wonders: 10 things to do in Sunderland this Christmas

Nov 9, 2022 | Seasonal Stuff, Things to do, What’s Happening

Christmas parties, ice skating spectacles and festive theatre, it really is the most wonderful time of year. Check out our top ways to celebrate the festive season in Wearside… Winter Wonderland Wrap up in your winter woollies and head to Rainton Arena to immerse...

Everything you need to know about Les Miserables at Sunderland Empire

Nov 8, 2022 | Arts and Culture, Things to do, What’s Happening

Get ready to sing your hearts out as Les Misérables heads to the Sunderland Empire from 2 - 19 November! This brilliant new staging of a modern musical classic has taken the world by storm, breathing new life into one of the most popular musicals ever written. We...

Discover Sunderland’s ‘Fear on the Wear’ Halloween events

Oct 12, 2022 | Arts and Culture, Kids & Family, Things to do

A terrifying programme of spooky events, ghostly going-ons and frightening films will ensure that Halloween is celebrated in real style in Sunderland. Fear on the Wear is a brand new programme of events, created jointly by Sunderland BID and Sunderland City Council....

All you need to know about the huge 90s party coming to Sunderland!

Sep 20, 2022 | Arts and Culture, Good vibes, Things to do

An incredible celebration of 90s music is coming to Sunderland! 90s Live is coming to The Fire Station on Saturday 24 September for one huge night of cheesy 90s fun, featuring tributes to all your favourite acts from the decade! Get ready as 90s live spices up your...

Three Sunderland AFC stars nominated for Freedom of the City!

Sep 20, 2022 | Arts and Culture, Good vibes, Living, Things to do

Three footballing stars are set to be nominated for the Freedom of Sunderland. Freedoms are traditionally given by Sunderland City Council to citizens who make ‘significant contributions to the wellbeing and community spirit of Sunderland.’ The nominations are for...

6 of the best hair and beauty shops in Sunderland!

Sep 20, 2022 | Fashion and Beauty, Shopping, Things to do, Wellbeing

Treat yourself to some TLC in Sunderland this month at some of the city’s best hair and beauty shops! Check out the brightest salons, barbers, cosmetic clinics and beauty shops! Envi Hair and Beauty One of Sunderland’s most popular spots for all things self-care,...

An epic outdoor cinema is coming to Sunderland this Halloween!

Sep 7, 2022 | Arts and Culture, Good vibes, Seasonal Stuff, Things to do, Weekend Vibe

Adventure Cinema, the UK’s largest touring outdoor cinema, is heading to Sunderland for a three day Halloween spooky special! From 14th to 16th October the Adventure Cinema will be setting up shop in Herrington Country Park, showing three of the best hair-raising...