Everything you need to know about Sunderland's Festival Of Light
Updated: Sep 22
š”SUNDERLAND FESTIVAL OF LIGHTš”
This event is back for 2023 in a new location!
Craig and I both have fond memories of visiting the old illuminations when we were younger and our boys have enjoyed visiting, since the council introduced the Festival of Light, a few years ago.
A stunning light projection and sparkling new lighting installations are set to brighten the dark nights in Sunderland this autumn as our annual Festival of Light returns! This year, the festival will be relocating to Mowbray Park. A fairy trail will lead you through an atmospheric woodland glade to an illuminated fairy door transformed into a mesmerising and magical symphony of light and sound, to create a colour changing immersive experience.
There will be live music to enjoy in the bandstand, 'Selfie Lane' with its series of instagrammable selfie opportunities and a sparkling light tunnel over the bridge linking the two sections of the park.
Scroll to the bottom of this page for photos and booking link š
Here is EVERYTHING you need to know
WHENā Every Thursday - Sunday from 12/10 - 11/11, plus everyday during half term.
WHEREā Mowbray Park, SR1 1QB
TICKETSš« Entry MUST be pre-booked! Ā£3.30 per person. Group discounts available. Under 2's FREE but still need a ticket. Booking link at end of post.
PARKING š æ There are various car parks in the City centre. Council run car parks are free to use after 3pm, Monday to Friday. Click here for more details. PLEASE AVOID PARKING ON LOCAL STREETS!
PUBLIC TRANSPORTš I always recommend using Tyne and Wear Metro or local bus services. Sunderland Station and Park Lane interchange are both a short walk from the park. Find more public transport info here Nexus.org.uk You could also use a local taxi company, such as Station Taxis Sunderland š
FOOD AND DRINKš„ Food and drink is available inside the event, but there are lots of great, local businesses, within easy walking distance.
ARE DOGS ALLOWED AT THE EVENT?š© Yes, but I would not recommend taking them, as parts of the park get very crowded.
ANYTHING ELSEā The Seafront illuminations are also returning and FREE to visit.
QUESTIONS If you have any questions, please email events@sunderland.org.uk
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These pictures are from 2021, when the event was at Roker Park