But what do you remember about life on Wearside 25 years ago? Was it the new Sunderland stadium taking shape, the Black Cats promotion push or perhaps a non-sporting event?
Was it the royal visit, your visit to a well known outdoor camp or possibly the show you put on at English Martyrs School?
We have all this and more in a great archive collection of Sunderland Echo photos. Take a look.
5. Oarsome at Derwent Hill
Sunderland students enjoying a stay at Derwent Hill in June 1996. Does this bring back happy memories? Photo: Sunderland Echo
6. Taking a dip on Boxing Day
Wee you dressed up for a charity dip at Seaburn on Boxing Day in 1996? Photo: Sunderland Echo
7. Panto time
The English Martyrs Christmas panto Cinders in December 1996. Are you pictured? Photo: Sunderland Echo
8. On their way to France
Pupils from Houghton's Burnside Primary School were heading for Sunderland's twin town of Saint Nazaire for a week of activities in May 1996. Photo: Sunderland Echo