If you’re looking to fill up your diary, here’s some of the dates to look out for.
5. Breakfast with Santa
Make Christmas extra special with a Breakfast with Santa at Angelo’s Restaurant in Sunniside. Bring the little ones along for a festive morning filled with breakfast, juice and a special Santa experience. It takes place from 9am to 11am on Saturday, December 5. Tickets, which need to be booked ahead, are £14 per child – includes breakfast, juice and Santa experience. £12 per adult – breakfast included. | Stock image
6. Mini Elves Christmas Party
The Mini Elves Christmas Party is back at STACK Seaburn. Expect children’s characters, fun party games, a groovy disco, and a special visit from Santa himself. Suitable for children 2-6. It takes place on December 12 from from 12pm to 1.30pm. Book ahead on Stack website. | Stack Seaburn
7. The Little Mermaid
The Point is hosting The Little Mermaid panto from December 3-5 with various times available. Join Aria and her undersea friends for a fun-filled family adventure. | Sunderland Echo
8. Annual Boxing Day Dip at Seaburn beach
A festive highlight for many, Boxing Day Dip returns to Seaburn on December 26. Organisers, Red Sky Foundation and Sunderland Lions, are hoping for the biggest year yet. Registrations are open on the Red Sky website.