# Events & Things To Do in Sunderland in May 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in May 2026 in Sunderland. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in May 2026 in Sunderland.
- **Category**: May
- **Display Name**: Events in May
- **Type**: time_filter

## Audience

- **Followers**: 1.1k+
- **Recent Followers**: 
  - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/attendeethumb689b208d2a182.png
  - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fe/dd6c34afa04838afcc0e34e7154a39/user-14.png
  - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/37/ead652edca48399666fefbbee25262/user-50.png

## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Kids Paint & Afternoon Tea
  - **Description**: A charming spring experience for children aged 7+ – paint a plant pot, plant seeds and enjoy a delightful afternoon tea.About this EventKids Paint & Afternoon TeaJoin us at The Curious Mr Fox for a lovely
  - **Date**: Sun, 10 May at 12:00 pm – Sun, 10 May at 02:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/kids-paint-and-afternoon-tea/100001986764239322
  - **Venue**: The Curious Mr Fox
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvN2JhMjk5YzE0NzJmOGYzZDc5NzEwMGI3ZWEwZTg2YWU3MTNlNTQxNTE1ZTM5ODMyYTY2MzczYTBlZmU4ODQ3OC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2MDAtZGNmN2YxZjUtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzc1NTY5NDMz.avif
  - **Price**: min: 15, max: 25, currency: GBP
  - **Categories**: kids, art, fine-arts, drawing-painting
- **Event Name**: An Evening of Radiohead at Durham Cathedral
  - **Description**: An Evening of Radiohead, performed by a full band, vocalists & string quartet in the ethereal surroundings of Durham Cathedral.About this EventLet Me In are back, returning on a UK & Ireland Cathedral tour after c
  - **Date**: Sat, 23 May at 07:30 pm – Sat, 23 May at 10:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/an-evening-of-radiohead-at-durham-cathedral/100001505035263989
  - **Venue**: Durham Cathedral
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8xMmNjMzU5NDE2ZTJkMjhhYTFhYWY4OWM1NDZhMjMwZWY1NmE3ZDE5NmZkMWVmMWY0NDI2YTU4ODkxMjMyYzNhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzAwMDAwMC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NTg4ODE4OTM.avif
  - **Price**: min: 0, max: 46.13, currency: GBP
  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art

## About

Wondering what to do on the weekend or on a not-so-fun night? We have all you need, discover all the happening events in May [YEAR] in [CITY] and find the best picks of yourself. Be it a theatre workshop, meditation class or an entertaining concert, there are a bunch of curated events in [CITY] in May [YEAR] for you.

## May Events in Sunderland

- **Event Name**: Sunderland FC vs Manchester United FC at Stadium of Light
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Sunderland FC vs Manchester United FC at Stadium of Light, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Stadium of Light in vibrant Sunderland
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 03:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/sunderland-fc-vs-manchester-united-fc-at-stadium-of-light/2400028442824546
  - **Venue**: Stadium of Light
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80ZDBmYTgxMC0zZTU1LTExZjEtOWQ0Ni1kMzUzZmYwY2UxMzYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oMTIwMC1kYzMwNGIyZS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzY4NjcxNTE.avif
  - **Categories**: calendar
- **Event Name**: BBC RADIO ONE BIG WEEKEND
  - **Description**: 🎶 Big news for music fans heading to the North East! 🎶
BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend is landing in Sunderland on 22-24 May, bringing huge artists, massive crowds and three days of unforgettable live music.
The good news? The Ramada Encore by Wyndham Newcastle
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 27
  - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 12:00 am – Sun May 24 2026 at 12:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/bbc-radio-one-big-weekend/200029947961334
  - **Venue**: Sunderland Tyne & Wear
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8xMjdiNjI3ZmMyN2JmMWU4Njg4ODk4M2ZmZjczOWZjZmJlYzA0MzFhMDE3MWI5NTAzZjRmYjFiNTk4NDFlY2I2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzQ3MTkxZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzIzNTEwOQ.avif
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, live-music, art, trips-adventures, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: Sunderland FC vs Chelsea FC at Stadium of Light
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Sunderland FC vs Chelsea FC at Stadium of Light, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Stadium of Light in Sunderland, EN
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sun May 24 2026 at 04:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/sunderland-fc-vs-chelsea-fc-at-stadium-of-light/2400028442823724
  - **Venue**: Stadium of Light
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy80YjY0MWFmMC0zZTU1LTExZjEtOTVjZS0xNWIxNWNlZjA2NzAtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODkxLWRjMTYxNTE0LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3Njg2NzE0OA.avif
  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Contests
- **Event Name**: Radio 1 Big Weekend
  - **Description**: BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend is a British music festival run by the BBC's radio station.Music Genres :  Rock, Pop, Indie, Soul, Indie Pop
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun May 24 2026 at 11:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/radio-1-big-weekend/300041592462
  - **Venue**: Herrington Country Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvY2Y0ZTY0NjMzNmU0NDAwNDY4OTcyMjE3ZTBmNDI5OTRkMThlMzQ1MjlhYzdiMWE3YmEzOTBiMzllYzE4YjM5ZS1yaW1nLXcxMDI0LWgxMDI0LWRjZmZmZmZmLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3MTM2MDYwMg.avif
  - **Categories**: pop, music-festivals, festivals, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Emmylou Harris Farewell Tour - With Special Guest Jim Lauderdale
  - **Description**: Celebrate the remarkable career of one of the most revered voices in American music as Emmylou Harris presents an intimate, beautiful evening of songs and stories. 

A 14-time Grammy winner and Billboard Century Award recipient, Harris’ contribution as a
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 56
  - **Date**: Mon May 18 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/emmylou-harris-farewell-tour-with-special-guest-jim-lauderdale/200029334460417
  - **Venue**: Sunderland Empire
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy83MmY4OThjNTZhNGIzZjFmZDcxYmRhZjUyMTJiYTQ4ZjVmZmJkZjg4M2JjNDY2MTY0NjE0ZGNmYjZmYTAxNjQ0LXJpbWctdzY5Ni1oNTIyLWRjMDAwMDAxLWdtaXI_dj0xNzc3NzQ5Mzk5.avif
  - **Categories**: music, art, entertainment, concerts, country-music-festivals
- **Event Name**: CMAT in Sunderland
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss CMAT Live in Sunderland on Sunday, May 24, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience CMAT like never before? With chart-topping hits like Stay For Something, Aw, Shoot! and I Don't Really Care for You and 79.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sun May 24 2026 at 03:30 pm – Sun May 24 2026 at 05:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/cmat-in-sunderland/3300029956665946
  - **Venue**: Herrington Country Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8zN2Q0NGYyMC0zOWU5LTExZjEtOWFlOC0zMTlkOWVlZWI4YTUtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjZmQxZDEyLWdtaXIud2VicD92PTE3NzYzODA5MjU.avif
  - **Categories**: Art
- **Event Name**: The Choir of Man Live at Sunderland Empire
  - **Description**: Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit is now on its first ever UK tour.
Tue 12 May - Sat 16 May 2026 | Sunderland Empire

TICKETS
>>> at box-office: https://cnear.me/gNuy27G

Welcome to THE CHOIR OF MAN, the b
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 07:30 pm – Tue May 12 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/the-choir-of-man-live-at-sunderland-empire/200029702021249
  - **Venue**: Sunderland Empire
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9mOTZjMmJhNGQyYjk5M2Q2OWRjOTFjODFmZWM2ZjVkNmUzYmYzOWE2MzE4ZjZkMWU0NWVmMDAyMjAyNzgzMWUyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzAyMDEwMS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzIxOTY2Nw.avif
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops, art
- **Event Name**: Radio 1's Big Weekend 2026 Watch Party (FREE TICKETED)
  - **Description**: Radio 1's Big Weekend is coming to Sunderland - and if you missed out on a ticket, The Fire Station is the next best place to be.

Live in our festival marquee on our giant 4k screen, catch all the action from Herrington Country Park - with tons of seatin
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 25
  - **Date**: Fri May 22 2026 at 02:00 pm – Fri May 22 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/radio-1s-big-weekend-2026-watch-party-free-ticketed/200029947965506
  - **Venue**: The Fire Station, SR1 3 Sunderland, United Kingdom
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8zYWJjMDA2YTVjNDllNjdhNDdhMDcxYWZlZGM2ODNlOWRiYThhNWUxMTJjODVhOWI3MjVkNmQzNjYxYTRiNTg1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NC1kY2YxZjlmZC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzA4MDg3MQ.avif
  - **Categories**: Festivals
- **Event Name**: Strictly Come Dancing - The Professionals
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsStrictly Come Dancing - the Professionals has 38 upcoming events.Note: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. A max of 8 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun May 17 2026 at 05:00 pm (00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/strictly-come-dancing-the-professionals/210008145581064
  - **Venue**: Sunderland Empire
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9iY2M1NTYyNDJhMDMwZTc1ZWM5NTI2N2I1MjA0MGEzMTcxM2E1ODJhYzM4NDI5MjFmZWE3YTdiOWM1MTZhNjdjLXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDU3Ni1kYzE2MTk1ZS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3Njk3MDI5NDY.avif
- **Event Name**: Clinton Baptiste: Spectral Intercourse
  - **Description**: Hot on the heels of his fourth sell-out UK tour, the nation’s favourite clairvoyant medium, from Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights’, Clinton Baptiste is back with a new live show for 2026 and beyond!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 18
  - **Date**: Sun May 24 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/clinton-baptiste-spectral-intercourse/200028131968833
  - **Venue**: The Fire Station, SR1 3 Sunderland, United Kingdom
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9lMTliNDU5OWQwN2MyYjNkOTc2ZjQ1NGYwYWYzMjg3ZWU3NGJhNDRkNDFjN2VjN2QzNjI3NDQwNzY4ZDcyMDQ3LXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGNmZWZlZmUtZ21pcj92PTE3NzYyNzQ2NTA.avif
- **Event Name**: The Dualers
  - **Description**: The Dualers are a 9-piece Jamaican Rhythm & Blues band from South-East London.

They first hit the headlines when the single ‘Kiss on the Lips’ entered in to the UK charts at number 21 despite no industry or professional backing, the follow up single
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 86
  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/the-dualers/200029176943208
  - **Venue**: The Fire Station, SR1 3 Sunderland, United Kingdom
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9kMzFkNDU5MjM3ZmQ0NGNhZTllMzk0MmE2ZTE2NmJjMDk4NjI3MmZmYTg4OWRiMzY1YTZjYTg1YTM3YTEzNzZjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzE1MTUxNS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzU1MzUyNw.avif
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, reggae
- **Event Name**: Sunderland AFC Play on the Pitch 2026 Junior Tournament
  - **Description**: Play on the Pitch at Stadium of Light
£750.00 Per Team (inc VAT)
Age Groups: U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13 Boys tournaments 
Team: 7-a-side & 7 substitutes (Max 14 players)
Playing Time: Minimum 60 minutes per team on stadium pitch
For full details visit
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 09:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/sunderland-afc-play-on-the-pitch-2026-junior-tournament/200029947977739
  - **Venue**: Sunderland AFC
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9jMmE3YWFkZGJjNTViZDczZGUwN2IyZjdmYjJlZWJlODk5ZWYwZDc1OTFiYzM2OGZhZmNiNTRiOGIzODg0NTZjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2ViZjBmMi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NzgxMjQzNA.avif
  - **Categories**: tournaments, sports
- **Event Name**: Motown Day Party: Sunderland ✨
  - **Description**: The Motown Day Party is coming! 🎷💃
Calling all soul lovers and funky movers! 🎶✨
Get ready for a sunshine-soaked afternoon of smooth grooves, soulful voices, and timeless classics as we celebrate the golden era of Motown. From the heart of Detroit to dance
  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat May 30 2026 at 07:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/motown-day-party-sunderland/3600029374082536
  - **Venue**: The Point
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy8xZGY5NDk3MC00YjQxLTExZjEtYWQxMC1hZjFjMDAwMGZlODItcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjNDkxOTE3LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3ODI4Nzg0Nw.avif
  - **Categories**: Parties, Entertainment, Workshops, Festivals, health-wellness, Art, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: WAKE UP DAY DISCO - ROCK - METAL - NU METAL - PUNK - SKA - EMO - ALT
  - **Description**: Wake Up Day Disco – Sunderland’s Glory Days Return

For a decade, Ignition defined Sunderland’s alternative scene - running from 1999 to 2009 across iconic venues like Mr Blue, Bar36 and The Ku Club. Now, that era comes roaring back to life at 7even.

Wak
  - **Date**: Sat May 23 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat May 23 2026 at 07:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/wake-up-day-disco-rock-metal-nu-metal-punk-ska-emo-alt/3600029996632321
  - **Venue**: 7even Nightclub
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy80ZjE3MDBkMC00YjNhLTExZjEtODUzNC02YjY0NzI1OTE4MWItcmltZy13MTA4MC1oNjMyLWRjMDMwMzAzLWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3ODI4NDkyMw.avif
  - **Categories**: Parties, Entertainment, Art, Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: The Magic of Motown
  - **Description**: Seen by millions, The Magic of Motown is back!

It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history. Come celebrate as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 35
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/the-magic-of-motown/200029947966813
  - **Venue**: The Fire Station, SR1 3 Sunderland, United Kingdom
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82NmU0MDBkZTljNjFiZDFhMWM1MGI2NjZmMjc0MjBmNjliOTI4OWFkOTcyYmY3YTNiNDI4ZDNjOWQ0YTc0NmEwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA5MTUyZS1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3Nzk5MjAzNw.avif
  - **Categories**: art, entertainment, concerts, music, performances, theatre, parties

## Trending Events in Sunderland

- **Event Name**: Sunderland FC vs Manchester United FC at Stadium of Light
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Sunderland FC vs Manchester United FC at Stadium of Light, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Stadium of Light in vibrant Sunderland
  - **Venue**: Stadium of Light
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/4d0fa810-3e55-11f1-9d46-d353ff0ce136-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc304b2e-gmir.jpg?v=1776867151
- **Event Name**: Take That at Stadium of Light
  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Take That at Stadium of Light, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic Stadium of Light in Sunderland, EN sets the perfect stage for a
  - **Venue**: Stadium of Light
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/84a79b10-0779-11f1-a70f-b15bde9c1f1d-rimg-w1200-h1500-dc5f0202-gmir.jpg?v=1770835392
- **Event Name**: BBC RADIO ONE BIG WEEKEND
  - **Description**: 🎶 Big news for music fans heading to the North East! 🎶
BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend is landing in Sunderland on 22-24 May, bringing huge artists, massive crowds and three days of unforgettable live music.
The good news? The Ramada Encore by Wyndham Newcastle
  - **Venue**: Sunderland Tyne & Wear
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/127b627fc27bf1e86888983fff739fcfbec0431a0171b9503f4fb1b59841ecb6-rimg-w1200-h900-dc47191e-gmir?v=1777235109
- **Event Name**: Sunderland FC vs Chelsea FC at Stadium of Light
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Sunderland FC vs Chelsea FC at Stadium of Light, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Stadium of Light in Sunderland, EN
  - **Venue**: Stadium of Light
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/4b641af0-3e55-11f1-95ce-15b15cef0670-rimg-w1200-h891-dc161514-gmir.jpg?v=1776867148
- **Event Name**: Radio 1 Big Weekend
  - **Description**: BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend is a British music festival run by the BBC's radio station.Music Genres :  Rock, Pop, Indie, Soul, Indie Pop
  - **Venue**: Herrington Country Park
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/cf4e646336e4400468972217e0f42994d18e34529ac7b1a7ba390b39ec18b39e-rimg-w1024-h1024-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1771360602
- **Event Name**: ARMAND VAN HELDEN, SOSA & MORE | Groovebox Keel SQ Summer Fest
  - **Description**: This coming August Bank Holiday, we head to Keel Square in Sunderland for a huge day festival with Armand Van Helden, SOSA, Sidney Charles & more...ArtistsArmand Van HeldenSidney CharlesJoe Rolét
  - **Venue**: Keel Square
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/de0a01a948583c787261e3268657986a0d359d9f679262e98ca4e8d31a3e803e-rimg-w1024-h1024-dc8ed1de-gmir.jpg?v=1777984101
- **Event Name**: Sunderland Armed Forces Weekend 2026
  - **Description**: 📅 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲! 🎉

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend as the Sunderland Armed Forces Weekend returns from 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲! Next year, we're going even 𝗕𝗜𝗚𝗚𝗘𝗥!!!

There will be something for the whole family, from thrilling
  - **Venue**: Seaburn Recreational Ground, Sunderland
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b2ea070f04d3f861ddea2123524ed54af9e9c41784e338879e86f30453ec1dba-rimg-w1200-h800-dc767a8e-gmir?v=1777973177
- **Event Name**: Moulin Rouge! The Musical Live at Sunderland Empire
  - **Description**: Pop the champagne and prepare for the spectacular spectacular as Moulin Rouge! The Musical comes to Sunderland Empire from June 2026!
Fri 5 Jun - Sat 27 June 2026 | Sunderland Empire

TICKETS
>>> at box-office: https://cnear.me/eYP1Mz5

On sale o
  - **Venue**: Sunderland Empire
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/1c0e39dbb99e35139c3ce501927955565e6418813567eaa303da165f05a7143f-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010101-gmir?v=1777242073
- **Event Name**: Emmylou Harris Farewell Tour - With Special Guest Jim Lauderdale
  - **Description**: Celebrate the remarkable career of one of the most revered voices in American music as Emmylou Harris presents an intimate, beautiful evening of songs and stories. 

A 14-time Grammy winner and Billboard Century Award recipient, Harris’ contribution as a
  - **Venue**: Sunderland Empire
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/72f898c56a4b3f1fd71bdaf5212ba48f5ffbdf883bc466164614dcfb6fa01644-rimg-w696-h522-dc000001-gmir?v=1777749399

## Browse May Events by Date

- [May Events Today in Sunderland](https://allevents.in/sunderland/may--today)
- [May Events This Weekend in Sunderland](https://allevents.in/sunderland/may--this-weekend)
- [May Events in May in Sunderland](https://allevents.in/sunderland/may--may)
- [May Events in June in Sunderland](https://allevents.in/sunderland/may--june)

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top May events in Sunderland?
  - **A:** Sunderland FC vs Manchester United FC at Stadium of Light (Sat May 09 2026 at 03:00 pm at Stadium of Light), BBC RADIO ONE BIG WEEKEND (Fri May 22 2026 at 12:00 am at Sunderland Tyne & Wear), Sunderland FC vs Chelsea FC at Stadium of Light (Sun May 24 2026 at 04:00 pm at Stadium of Light), Radio 1 Big Weekend (Fri May 22 2026 at 11:00 am at Herrington Country Park), Emmylou Harris Farewell Tour - With Special Guest Jim Lauderdale (Mon May 18 2026 at 07:30 pm at Sunderland Empire).
- **Q**: What May events are happening in Sunderland today May 09, 2026?
  - **A:** Sunderland FC vs Manchester United FC at Stadium of Light (Sat May 09 2026 at 03:00 pm at Stadium of Light).
- **Q**: What May events are happening in Sunderland this weekend May 8–10, 2026?
  - **A:** Sunderland FC vs Manchester United FC at Stadium of Light (Sat May 09 2026 at 03:00 pm at Stadium of Light), Kids Paint & Afternoon Tea (Sun, 10 May at 12:00 pm at The Curious Mr Fox).
- **Q**: What May events are happening in Sunderland in May 2026?
  - **A:** Sunderland FC vs Manchester United FC at Stadium of Light (Sat May 09 2026 at 03:00 pm at Stadium of Light), BBC RADIO ONE BIG WEEKEND (Fri May 22 2026 at 12:00 am at Sunderland Tyne & Wear), Sunderland FC vs Chelsea FC at Stadium of Light (Sun May 24 2026 at 04:00 pm at Stadium of Light), Radio 1 Big Weekend (Fri May 22 2026 at 11:00 am at Herrington Country Park), Emmylou Harris Farewell Tour - With Special Guest Jim Lauderdale (Mon May 18 2026 at 07:30 pm at Sunderland Empire).
- **Q**: How can I find May events in Sunderland?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming May events in Sunderland on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for May events in Sunderland?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for May events in Sunderland?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting May events in Sunderland include Stadium of Light, Sunderland Tyne & Wear, Herrington Country Park.
- **Q**: What is the price range for May events in Sunderland?
  - **A:** Prices for May events in Sunderland range from GBP 15 to GBP 46. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for May events in Sunderland?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting May events in Sunderland include Vivid Events, Ramada Encore by Wyndham Newcastle-Gateshead, The Fire Station.
- **Q**: Are there any online May events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many May events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new May events in Sunderland?
  - **A:** Follow the May category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new May events are listed in Sunderland.

## Category Banner

- **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/76/446ab5b8894647afc5dbe2e4aac27e/may.webp
- **Mobile Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/90/8647e35ea145e785f95cbfaed96658/may.webp

## Events in May from nearby cities

- [Events in May in Seaham](https://allevents.in/seaham/may)
- [Events in May in Washington](https://allevents.in/washington-en/may)
- [Events in May in Jarrow](https://allevents.in/jarrow/may)
- [Events in May in South Shields](https://allevents.in/south-shields/may)
- [Events in May in North Shields](https://allevents.in/north-shields/may)
- [Events in May in Wallsend](https://allevents.in/wallsend/may)
- [Events in May in Chester-le-Street](https://allevents.in/chester-le-street/may)
- [Events in May in Gateshead](https://allevents.in/gateshead/may)