Singing, dancing and even a spot of dragon boat racing. It has all happened at Hetton Carnival over the years.
From historical re-enactments to carnival rides and a makers and bakers market, there’s plenty happening at this year’s Hetton Carnival.
To get you into the spirit of the occasion, we gathered up all of these photo memories from the Sunderland Echo archives.
They span from 1992 to 2022 and we wonder if we got someone that you know on camera.
If we did, get in touch and tell us more.
Or maybe there is another aspect of Wearside’s past you would like us to spotlight, such as a pub, club, restaurant or shop that you loved.
Get in touch and tell us about the nostalgia you would like to see featured, by emailing [email protected]

1. Look at the crowds!
There were huge crowds at Hetton Carnival to enjoy the many types of fun on offer in 2022. | Local Library

2. All the fun of the fair
All the fun of the fair at Hetton Carnival in Hetton Country park four years ago. | Local Library

3. Steaming back in time
This steam enthusiast took home some great memories of his time at Hetton Carnival four years ago. | Local Library

4. Fun on the water
Fun on the water at Hetton Carnival, in Hetton Country Park, back in 2022. | Local Library