Keel Square Gears Up for Spectacular August Bank Holiday Music Weekend
An exciting programme of live music is set to take over Sunderland’s Keel Square this summer. Launching in May to coincide with BBC Radio 1’s...
Sunderland to Host BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2026 with 80,000 Music Fans Expected
Sunderland will host BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2026, welcoming thousands of music fans from 22 to 24 May for an unmissable live music...
Major Artists Confirmed As Radio 1’s Big Weekend Heads To Sunderland
Festival fans are being encouraged to act quickly when Saturday and Sunday tickets for BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland go on sale...
Spice Girls
Sunderland is all geared up to welcome an estimated 50,000 Spice Girls fans, who will be descending on the city for the group’s gig...
Celebrate 60 Years of Washington New Town with Music and Activities
A DAY OF music, performances, and family activities is taking place next month to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Washington New Town. The festival-style Washington...
Sunniside Nights: A One-Off Celebration of Music, Film & Creativity in Sunderland
MUSIC, film, unique sound experiences and live chats with entertainment and podcast stars are all on the menu at a one-off celebration in Sunderland. Sunniside...
Sunderland Set for One-Night Creative Takeover as Sunniside Nights Returns
A special event celebrating a diverse mix of creatives across a range of unique venues is set to return to Sunderland. Sunniside Nights brings together...
The Old Black Cat Jazz Club: A New Era of Jazz in Sunderland
Wearside's music scene welcomes an exciting addition with the launch of The Old Black Cat Jazz Club, a haven for fans of swing, scat,...
Sunderland City Hall to Host Free Music Industry Conference for Aspiring Creatives
The A to B Music Conference, a free event designed for emerging artists, musicians and anyone exploring a career in the music industry, will...
Peterlee’s New Live Venue Set to Rock the Scene with Tribute Acts and Family Fun
Peterlee is set to become a hub for live entertainment with the opening of a brand new venue that aims to bring a wave...