Putting Sunderland in the frame

Celebrate coastal creativity at this vibrant festival curated by Amy South.
Discover an inspiring art exhibition exploring natural forms and shifting tides, alongside live performances, an art market, and hands-on creative workshops.

Highlights include:

• Art performances: 'Turn-Re-Turn' (Stephanie Smith & Victoria Armstrong), 'My Sunderd-Land' poetry (Phil Wardle), and 'Body of Water' dance on the beach (Sarah Dobbs).

• Interactive art workshops: button art, nature mandalas, sea glass crafts, tote bag printing, and more.

• Family activities: mini train rides, model boat sailing, bowls, storytelling, portraits, and life drawing.

• Creative challenges: Rapid Draw Rally, postcard art competition, and community art exchange.

On Roker Beach:

• Jellyfish mobile-making, seaside statue, chalk walk, sand art, and a relaxed painting session (Sip & Splash).

• Live music from The Bunker's Beach Beats (5-9 pm).

• Community beach clean and collaborative sand art with Soul 2 Sand.

Explore, create, and celebrate the coastal spirit with art, stories, and seaside fun for all ages!

This event is running alongside the Back to the Bandstand music event: Back to the Bandstand - MySunderland