Sunderland Food and Drink Festival, which last year attracted 30,000 people, is set to return from June 6-8, 2025, with all the usual favourites – and a host of new additions on the menu. The event will feature three days of international cuisine, live music, family friendly entertainment and some top local traders. The festival will take place across three sites around the city - Keel Square, High Street West and Market Squareplaceholder image
Sunderland Food and Drink Festival, which last year attracted 30,000 people, is set to return from June 6-8, 2025, with all the usual favourites – and a host of new additions on the menu. The event will feature three days of international cuisine, live music, family friendly entertainment and some top local traders. The festival will take place across three sites around the city - Keel Square, High Street West and Market Square | Sorted PR

Kubix cancelled but here's 14 outdoor festivals and gigs happening in Sunderland

By Katy Wheeler

Lifestyle Editor

Published 30th May 2025, 14:44 GMT
Updated 31st May 2025, 14:12 GMT

There’s much disappointment at the news that Kubix and Monument festivals will not be taking place at Herrington Country Park this year after the organiser, Wannasee Ltd, revealed that it was in talks with liquidators.

But, there are still a number of outdoor festivals and gigs to look forward to in Sunderland this year. Here’s a roundup:

The newly transformed Elemore Country Park in Houghton will host an afternoon of live music and free family entertainment on August 23. Lineup details and artist announcements are coming soon.

9. Elemore Music Festival, August 23

The newly transformed Elemore Country Park in Houghton will host an afternoon of live music and free family entertainment on August 23. Lineup details and artist announcements are coming soon. | Submitted

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Cult rockers Terrorvision make an appearance at The Parade Ground on Friday, August 29, set to raise the roof with infectious funk-rock tracks like their hit single Tequila. The band will be joined by special guests to get the party started.

10. Terrorvision, The Parade Ground, August 29

Cult rockers Terrorvision make an appearance at The Parade Ground on Friday, August 29, set to raise the roof with infectious funk-rock tracks like their hit single Tequila. The band will be joined by special guests to get the party started. | Neil Ferry

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It’s ladies’ night as The Diva Show brings party-goers the most uplifting tracks from artists like Diana Ross, Shania Twain, Amy Winehouse, Tina Turner, and The Spice Girls. Performed live by a seven-piece band and complete with its own horn section, The Diva Show is set to be a real sing-along summer event.

11. The Diva Show, The Parade Ground, August 30

It’s ladies’ night as The Diva Show brings party-goers the most uplifting tracks from artists like Diana Ross, Shania Twain, Amy Winehouse, Tina Turner, and The Spice Girls. Performed live by a seven-piece band and complete with its own horn section, The Diva Show is set to be a real sing-along summer event. | Sunderland Echo

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The Fire Station welcomes back a Summer Parties favourite to close out the 2025 season on Sunday, August 31. Ibiza in Symphony makes a return, transporting fans from Wearside to the White Isle with a full orchestra playing dance classics.

12. Ibiza in Symphony, August 31

The Fire Station welcomes back a Summer Parties favourite to close out the 2025 season on Sunday, August 31. Ibiza in Symphony makes a return, transporting fans from Wearside to the White Isle with a full orchestra playing dance classics. | Sunderland Echo

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