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Sunderland Food and Drink Festival
Fri 6 June - Sun 8 June 2025
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There's nothing like an exciting event to bring people together. And we've got plenty for families, friends and festival fans galore.
Smash-hit musicals straight from the West End. Indie gigs in intimate venues. Edge-of-seat sport and enthralling theatre. Exhibitions for art lovers and festivals for foodies. And more, and more, and more.
Whether you're looking for something family-friendly, a treat to please even your hardest-to-please friends, or an amazing experience just for you and just because, you'll find must-do dates for every diary here.
Upcoming events in Sunderland
What will you be joining us for?
Food & Drink Festival 2025
The Food and Drink Festival is back for 2025!
Sunderland Armed Forces Weekend
Head down to Seaburn for the last weekend of June to celebrate and support the Armed Forces personnel of our city.
Summer Streets
Sounds of the Summer Streets return again
Monument Festival
Monument Festival is back for 2025!
Hamilton
Hamilton is is coming to Sunderland for 7 weeks!
Women's Rugby World Cup
England's Red Roses take on the USA in the Women's Rugby World Cup opening match.
Elemore Music Festival 2025
The newly transformed Elemore Country Park will host an afternoon of live music and free family entertainment
Sunniside Food Market
From brewers, bakers and cheesemongers to world-class street food vendors - our north east food and drink traders are delighted to be bringing themselves to your doorstep.
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