Get ready to Take That and party with these pre-gig Sunderland events
The lads are back to relight our fires with what looks set to be a spectacular Circus show.
To mark Take That’s return to the city with the Circus tour 2026, there’s plenty happening in the city to get you in the carnival mood.
Here’s some of the pre-parties happening on June 9 if you’re looking for somewhere to soak up the atmosphere.
The Fire Station
The Fire Station is turning up the heat early with a pre-party happening on the day from 10am, running until 6pm.
Celebrations throughout the day include a live Robbie Williams tribute, multiple street food vendors, special Take That cocktails and more.
There’s four bars across the site, with street food from Chicken Ting and The Fire Truck.
If the weather is bad, they’ll open up the marquee at the back of the site and move the entertainment indoors.
Sheepfolds Stables
One of the best located spots for events at the stadium is of course Sheepfolds Stables.
There’ll be plenty going on in the courtyard and it’s free entry, but you can upgrade the experience with pre-paid packages.
They include The Wine Bar Package - enjoy a reserved table for two hours, a bottle of wine to share and a grazing board in a relaxed setting before heading to the stadium.
Available to book between 12pm and 8:30pm (2 or 4 people).
The Taproom Booth Package - for groups of up to 8, with a reserved booth, table service and 8 drinks vouchers included, with exclusive Take That-themed cocktails available.
Available to book between 12pm and 8pm.
The new Herd burger bar will also open on June 9, before its official opening later in the week, for Take That fans.
The Fans Museum, Monkwearmouth
Another ideally-located spot close to the stadium is The Fans Museum.
They will be open throughout the day with food, drinks packages, music and more. Free entry.
Nearby Tarantino’s will also be open for pre-concert seafood and drinks and, again, is easy walking distance to the gig.
The Saltgrass, Deptford
The Saltgrass is making the most of its outdoor space with a whole host of events in the summer.
It includes a Take That Bottomless Brunch on June 9.
Priced £30, it includes One BBQ main and side, with 90 mins of Prosecco and Cocktails (and Beers!) all soundtracked by the best 90s pop.
You can also use the free Deptford Bank bus running to the top of the bank.
Bottomless Brunch needs to be pre-booked on the site’s social pages.
Premium Stadium of Light packages
Executive boxes and Riverview brasserie is sold out for Take That, but you can still book hospitality experiences at Montgomery Suite, The Founders, Quinn’s Bar and Banks on the Wear.
To reserve your place or for more information, contact the team at [email protected]