In the meantime, let’s take a look at some Sunderland Echo archive photos showing Wearside and East Durham banners and bands at the annual favourite.
We are hoping they will bring back wonderful memories of a great event which attracts thousands of people every year.
. Having fun at the Big Meeting
A party of keen supporters of Dawdon Lodge dance their way into Durham in 1969. Photo: SE
. Silksworth on the march
The Silksworth Lodge parades through Durham 53 years ago. But what are your memories of the Durham Miners Gala? Photo: Sunderland Echo
. Arriving at the County Hotel
Washington Glebe Lodge banner is pictured at the Miners Gala in July 1967. Photo: Sunderland Echo
. Fun in the 2011 sun
A view of the Gala crowds nine years ago. Can you spot anyone you know? Photo: Peter Berry Sunderland Echo
1. Easington lodge on the march
The Easington lodge banner paraded in Durham. What are your favourite memories of the Durham Miners Gala? Photo: SE
2. Horden having fun
Gala supporters from Horden look like they are having a great time at the 1970 Big Meeting. Were you among them? Photo: SE Sunderland Echo
3. What a turnout in 1982
The crowds were huge as the Easington Lodge marched into Durham 38 years ago. Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Under the balcony in 1982
Blackhall Lodge reaches the County Hall at the 1982 Big Meeting. Photo: Sunderland Echo