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Kids and family events in Sunderland this weekend
5 listings pulled together for Sunderland.
Nov 6–8, 20265 eventsThings to do in Sunderland this weekend
25 listings run in Sunderland between Friday, Nov 6 and Sunday, Nov 8, 0 of them free. The picks with something to say come first; the rest of the weekend is in brief at the foot of the page.
Friday, Nov 6
Brave Exhibitions present COLA
*C.O.L.A. *is *sort of* a self-titled album. It’s an acronym for *Cost of Living Adjustment, *a fitting conceptual framework for the band’s third record. Why? Because *C.O.L.A. *considers, among other things, socialism vs. hell. It considers: rolling the dice of life.
When Fri, Nov 6 · 7:30 pm
Where The Cluny · 36 Lime Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
How much Not listed: check the event page
Celia Grace
Celia Grace is an indie musician from Hartlepool. Drawing inspiration from artists like Alvvays, Phoebe Bridgers, and Julia Jacklin, Celia's music feels like a glimpse into a personal journal, filled with vulnerable emotion against anthemic and dynamic backdrops.
When Fri, Nov 6 · 8:00 pm
Where The Green Room · Green Dragon Yard, Stockton-on-Tees
How much Not listed: check the event page
Crashdiet
Divergent promotions presents by arrangement with Eat Music Crashdiet Swedish glam pioneers CRASHDÏET are hitting Newcastle this November for an evening of raw rock n roll sleaze! Their sound a fearless collision of 80s arena rock swagger infused with a raw punk attitude, CRASHDÏ.
When Fri, Nov 6 · 7:00 pm
Where Anarchy Brew Co · Unit A1 Benfield Business Park, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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NME’D - A Tribute to 00’s NME Classics
Do you remember when you’d nip down to the newsagent to grab the latest copy of NME, when those bands felt like gods and every new issue mattered? When Propaganda club nights were sacred, your CD wallet was bursting with indie bangers, and life just felt better? NME’D - A Tribute.
When Fri, Nov 6 · 7:30 pm
Where The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-Tees · Green Dragon Yard, Stockton-on-Tees
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Slam Dunk presents Hail the Sun
Legendary independent New York-based rock label Equal Vision Records and Hail TheSun are excited to announce the release of cut. turn. fade.
When Fri, Nov 6 · 7:00 pm
Where Cluny 2 · 34 Lime Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ
How much Not listed: check the event page
The Australian Pink Floyd
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag -- and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small.
When Fri, Nov 6 · 6:30 pm
Where O2 City Hall Newcastle · Northumberland Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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The Skids / Theatre Of Hate
Two era defining artists SKIDS & THEATRE OF HATE come together this autumn for an explosive UK co-headline tour. Please note, this event is 14+ (under 16s must be accompanied by someone 18 or over).
When Fri, Nov 6 · 7:00 pm
Where Boiler Shop · 20 South Street, Newcastle upon Tyne
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Saturday, Nov 7
AZYR b2b PARTBOI69
NX LOVES PRESENTS AZYR X Partiboi 69 + MORE TBA Saturday 7th November 2026 NX Newcastle
When Sat, Nov 7 · 10:00 pm
Where NX · Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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Ferocious Dog: UK Farewell Tour + guests Shanghai Treason & Headsticks
After years of tearing up stages across the UK and beyond, Autumn 2026 marks the very last and final chance to experience Ferocious Dog in their element.
When Sat, Nov 7 · 7:00 pm
Where Boiler Shop · 20 South Street, Newcastle upon Tyne
How much Not listed: check the event page
Good Friend Rik
“Good Friend Rik return to Newcastle for a night of classic Polish pop rock covers. Three unique vocals, energetic live performances, and the biggest hits of Polish pop rock music from timeless classics to modern day anthems.
When Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 pm
Where The Cluny · 36 Lime Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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Goodbye Mr MacKenzie
Goodbye Mr MacKenzie, one of Scotland’s most distinctive and influential alternative bands, built a strong reputation for dramatic, high-energy live performances and intelligent, often darkly poetic songwriting.
When Sat, Nov 7 · 8:00 pm
Where The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-Tees · Green Dragon Yard, Stockton-on-Tees
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Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat. Mick Ferry & Steve Day
Coming to Hilarity Bites at The Forum in Darlington on November 7th 2026: Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat. Mick Ferry, Steve Day, and host Danny Deegan Show details: Mick Ferry - Former Comedian's Comedian of the Year.
When Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 pm
Where The Forum Music Centre · Borough Road, Darlington
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Prof Alice Roberts - From Cell to Civilisation
Security - Bag Policy: Large bags including rucksacks are not allowed. There are no facilities to leave large bags or luggage. If you really have to bring a bag - and it's preferable you don't, please make sure it's small.
When Sat, Nov 7 · 6:30 pm
Where O2 City Hall Newcastle · Northumberland Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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The Often Herd
Bluegrass band The Often Herd transcend the traditional boundaries of the genre.
When Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 pm
Where Cluny 2 · 34 Lime Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ
How much Not listed: check the event page
Sunday, Nov 8
Car Bomb
Divergent promotions presents by arrangement with Atonal Agency Car Bomb Originally formed on Long Island, New York in 2000, Car Bomb is a band whose style is marked by a highly experimental and extremely aggressive approach to metal.
When Sun, Nov 8 · 7:00 pm
Where Anarchy Brew Co · Unit 1A, Newcastle
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DHP presents Birdvox
Introducing Birdvox and their debut album Shamming The Drama. Twelve big-sky songs of joy, rage, connection, grief, empowerment, the natural world, and peace for the times we’re in.
When Sun, Nov 8 · 7:30 pm
Where Cluny 2 · 34 Lime Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ
How much Not listed: check the event page
EMPLOYED TO SERVE & CABAL (co-headline show)
eastside present EMPLOYED TO SERVE CABAL (co-headline tour) plus support Cold Culture Sunday 8th November 2026 Newcastle University Students Union Doors 7pm Heavy metal is more than just music. For some, it is a fully fledged lifestyle, woven into their DNA.
When Sun, Nov 8 · 7:00 pm
Where Newcastle University Student Union · Kings Walk, Newcastle Upon Tyne
How much Not listed: check the event page
Gypsy Pisteleros
🎭 GYPSY PISTOLEROS – Dark Faerie Tales U.K. Tour 2026 🎭 The world’s only Glam Punk Goth ’n’ Roll outlaws return! New album Dark Faerie Tales drops April 17th, 2026 on The New Church Records / Plastic Head.
When Sun, Nov 8 · 7:30 pm
Where The Cluny · 36 Lime Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
How much Not listed: check the event page
Mark Olson (ex Jayhawks)
Mark Olson was born and raised in Minnesota by a family of mostly farmers and schoolteachers. Predominately a self-taught musician, Olson is well known for his use of alternate tunings and two-part unison singing that then breaks into harmony.
When Sun, Nov 8 · 7:00 pm
Where The Cluny · 36 Lime Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
How much Not listed: check the event page
More on, in brief
BBC Introducing Live
When Fri, Nov 6 · 1:00 pm
Where The Fire Station · 9 High St W, Sunderland
Susan Calman: Tall Tales
When Fri, Nov 6 · 7:30 pm
Where Tyne Theatre · Westgate Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Daytime Disco for Grown Ups
When Sat, Nov 7 · 3:00 pm
Where The Fire Station · 9 High St W, Sunderland
Gipsy Kings by André Reyes
When Sat, Nov 7 · 7:30 pm
Where The Glasshouse International Centre for Music · St Mary's Square, Gateshead
Easington Colliery Band – Last Post, First Light
When Sun, Nov 8 · 7:00 pm
Where The Fire Station · 9 High St W, Sunderland
Jacob Hawley - Fighting Age Man
When Sun, Nov 8 · 4:00 pm
Where The Stand Comedy Club - Newcastle · 31 High Bridge, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
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