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As the city celebrates winning Music City accreditation - which will lead to even more music and opportunities for artists and businesses in the city over the next five years - here’s just some of the shows and festivals to be announced so far for 2025, as well as some of the venues in the city who host regular live music.
9. Harbour View, Roker
The Harbour View in Roker has been running a Thursday night speakeasy for more than a decade - and it's free. It's a great chance to enjoy live blues and roots music from a host of different acts. | Sunderland Echo
10. Hamilton, Sunderland Empire, June to July
Hamilton is heading to Sunderland Empire on its first UK & Ireland tour. The hugely-popular show will make its Wearside debut with a six-week run from June 17 to July 26, 2025. It tells the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton. | Submitted
11. The Point
The Point, on the corner of Holmeside and Park Lane, is one of the city's largest venues. As well as sporting events and talk ins, it's a great space to check out music acts. Forthcoming gigs include tributes to Taylor Swift, George Michael and Abba. Head downstairs to sister venue The Live Lounge, which is dedicated to live music from a host of different performers each week. | Sunderland Echo
12. Kubix Festival, Herrington Country Park, July
Shaggy will headline Kubix Festival in Herrington Country Park. The festival, which has become one of the highlights of the city’s events calendar, returns on Saturday, July 12 2025. Shaggy is joined on the line-up for 2025 by Blue, Another Level, Gareth Gates, Liberty X, Louise and Blazin’ Squad. | Submitted