The countdown is on. The colour, the spectacle, the emotion of the Durham Miners Gala returns in a matter of days.
The Big Meeting is back on Saturday, July 8, and this year's speakers have already been announced.
They will follow a long line of illustrious VIPs including Labour leaders as well as union officials.
Harold Wilson, James Callaghan, Neil Kinnock, Jeremy Corbyn and more have been part of its history.
As we get ready to enjoy another weekend of banners, bands, entertainment and more, here's a look at the faces you will recognise from Galas of the past - all recorded in the Sunderland Echo archives.
5. Leading Labour figures including Harold Wilson at the Gala in 1970.
Leading Labour figures including Harold Wilson at the Gala in 1970. | se
6. James Callaghan watches the bands go past the County Hotel in 1977.
James Callaghan watches the bands go past the County Hotel in 1977. | se
7. Taking the salute on the Royal County Hotel balcony were Michael Foot, Tony Benn, Neil Kinnock and miners leader Lawrence Daly in 1982.
Taking the salute on the Royal County Hotel balcony were Michael Foot, Tony Benn, Neil Kinnock and miners leader Lawrence Daly in 1982. | se
8. Labour leader Neil Kinnock joined the crowds in Durham in 1984.
Labour leader Neil Kinnock joined the crowds in Durham in 1984. | se