Sunderland Events Calendar

Looking for something to do in Sunderland? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Sunderland with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Sunderland and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Sunderland, featuring the best of things to do in Sunderland – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Sunderland fundraisers and charity events.

Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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Sunderland Cocktail Week

Name: Sunderland Cocktail Week
Start: 2026-01-30T00:01:00+00:00
End: 2026-02-08T23:59:00+00:00
Location: City-wide

30 January @ 12:01 am - 8 February @ 11:59 pm

£7.95 – £12.95

Sunderland Cocktail Week returns from 30th Jan – 8th Feb, 2026, bringing 10 days of incredible cocktail experiences to the best venues across the city!

Enjoy £5–£7 cocktails, mocktails, food deals, and a range of exclusive offers and events, all available with your Cocktail Week wristband.

You’ll be sipping at venues including: Ttonic, Cafe Floriana, Otto, Port of Call, Gatsby, Independent, Tosca, Mexico 70, Flower Cafe, Fausto Coffee, Six, The Terrace, The Engine Room, Diego’s Joint, Ivy House Pub, Vesta Tilley’s, The Peacock, The Manor Bar, The Botanist, The 3 Stories, Sunderland Bowl, Spacebar, Signatures Italian Restaurant and Bar, Sam’s, Poetic License Bar, Keel Tavern, The Holiday Inn, Enfes Restaurant, The Cooper Rose, Chester’s Lounge, Angelo’s Ristorante & more to be announced!