Just three days after that epic Wembley win against Leeds United, upwards of one million people watched the FA Cup parade from Carrville to Roker Park.
Every vantage point was filled.
Rooftops, lampposts, balconies, scaffolding, bus stops and grass verges were packed with people.
Here are 15 Sunderland Echo photographs from a day like no other.
1. At the Board Inn
These fans packed on to the roof of the Board Inn, East Herrington, and even on to lampposts to get a view. Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. On Durham Road
Durham Road near the Board Inn and the crowds get even deeper. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. On top of The Prospect
What scene outside The Prospect on Durham Road. Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Heading towards town
Durham Road on the way past Thorney Close. Fans were desperate to get as close as they could to the bus. Photo: Sunderland Echo