Diana Ross was riding high in the charts with Chain Reaction and Europe sang of the Final Countdown.
Closer to home, all this was happening in Sunderland and we want your memories of it all.
There was a royal visit, Dewhirst workers were in the picture and it was the start of Nissan in Sunderland.
What do you remember of all this? Take a look through our selection and then get in touch with your own memories.
There was a royal visit, Dewhirst workers were in the picture and it was the start of Nissan in Sunderland.
5. A special day for the sea scouts
South Hylton Sea Scouts had a new headquarters in September 1986. Does this bring back happy memories? Photo: Sunderland Echo
6. A royal visit
Princess Anne in Sunderland in February 1986. Did you get to see her? Photo: se
7. Trying to get a glimpse
These young royal fans were trying to get a view of Princess Anne in Sunderland. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: se
8. All set for a sponsored stay
Pat Ancrum was raising money for Cancer Research when she spent the night in Seaham Hall's cellar in 1986. Photo: Sunderland Echo