BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, one of the UK’s most popular annual music festivals, is heading to Sunderland this year. Each year the festival visits a different location across the UK, bringing some of the biggest names in music along with it.
Stay tuned for the official line-up announcement coming soon - and get ready for an unforgettable weekend of live music right here in the North East.
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December 12th 2025
Live Music
12 Dec 2025 to 12 Dec 2025
We are the Remones. A Ramones tribute from Reading and have an extensive set of...
July 10th 2026
Live Music
10 Jul 2026 to 10 Jul 2026
Jesmond
The Modfather and former Jam frontman performs material from his 40-plus year career.
June 4th 2026
Live Music
4 Jun 2026 to 4 Jun 2026
One of the original, very first tribute shows touring the UK is back by popular...
March 27th 2026
Live Music
27 Mar 2026 to 27 Mar 2026
Boy bands are back... alright! Cue the wind machine and get ready to celebrate the...
March 19th 2026
Live Music
19 Mar 2026 to 19 Mar 2026
Kenny Thomas was one of the most popular UK soul dance vocalists of the early...
February 20th 2026 to February 24th 2026
Live Music
20 Feb 2026 to 24 Feb 2026
Glaswegian trio with the knees-up indie anthems.
April 25th 2026
Live Music
25 Apr 2026 to 25 Apr 2026
Get ready to swing into the Golden Age of Hollywood and experience the timeless sounds...
January 8th 2026
Live Music
8 Jan 2026 to 8 Jan 2026
A Beautiful Noise Show - Fisher Stevens celebrates the music and tribute to Neil Diamond...
February 11th 2026
Live Music
11 Feb 2026 to 11 Feb 2026
Newcastle City Centre
After needing lifesaving surgery on the Dance Fever Tour, Florence’s recovery took her down the...
Food & Drink
Newcastle City Centre
The WonderBar is a ultimate Newcastle venue with food and drink, interactive darts, dancing, and...
June 3rd 2026
Live Music
3 Jun 2026 to 3 Jun 2026
The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a...
December 12th 2025
Live Music
12 Dec 2025 to 12 Dec 2025
Relive the sights and sounds of the 60s with the most established Beatles tribute band.
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