The annual Sunderland attraction certainly pulled in the crowds as these photos from 1980 and 1981 show.
You might recognise the carnival king and queen, or the people packed on to a float in 1981.
We have a gallery of Sunderland Echo archive photos to share with you. Have a look and then get in touch to re-live your own memories.
5. A day of fun in 1981
All these people were having a great time at the 1981 carnival. | se
7. Royalty for a day
The East End Carnival king and queen in the picture in 1981. Tell us if you recognise them. | se
8. Waves from 1981
One of the floats gets ready to go on parade at the 1981 carnival. | se
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