Family Fest ft. K-Pop Live | Keel Square, Sunderland

Family Fest - Sunderland takes place Monday 31st August 2026.  Key times are:

• Gates open at: 11:00
• Last entry at: 16:00  
• The event ends at: 20:00

Family Fest - Sunderland is held at Keel Square in City Of Sunderland.

Organisers of Family Fest - Sunderland operate Challenge 25 - bring a valid government-issued photo ID with you. Anyone who is under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Ages 4+ welcome.  Babies in arms are not permitted.  Due to large crowds and loud music, 4-years old is the youngest age recommended for attendance.  You are asked to consider that these are loud events with special effects and flashing lights before purchasing tickets. If you think your child will enjoy the event but they are noise-sensitive, it is recommended bringing ear defenders with you for your child to wear.

Family Fest - Sunderland set times are as follows:

• Definitely Oasis 18:30 - 20:00
• Antarctic Monkeys 17:00 - 18:00
• Eminem 15:45 - 16:45
• Rule The World (Tony Lewis) 14:45 - 15:45
• ABBA Fever 13:45 - 14:45
• Taylor Swift & Harry Styles 12:15 - 13:15
• K-Pop Live 11:30 - 12:15

Bags larger than A4 size are not permitted at Family Fest - Sunderland. If you have a bag, security will be required to carry out a bag search. Please check the list of prohibited items, as anything not allowed will be binned - organisers will not store prohibited items.

A variety of food options will be available on-site.  No externally brought food & drink will be allowed at Family Fest - Sunderland. If you are found with food and or drink on your person when you are being searched on entry you will be asked to throw it away. If you are caught with food & drink once inside that hasn’t been purchased on site you may be asked to leave the event.

If something is required for medical reasons, please speak to organisers beforehand.

You may bring clear empty bottles which you can re-fill at free drinking water points on site.

Yes, please speak to a member of Family Fest - Sunderland staff onsite regarding where these can be pitched.

A dedicated Welfare Tent will be available on the Family Fest - Sunderland site for anyone needing assistance. Staff and security teams will be working throughout the event to keep everyone safe. If you feel unwell, unsafe, or uneasy at any time, please speak to a member of the team, easily identifiable in crew uniform who will be happy to help.

If you lose a personal belonging at Family Fest - Sunderland please visit the Welfare Tent during the event. After the event, contact the organisers via this email email:info@weareliverepublic.com. Items will be held for 30 days, then disposed of.

The following are prohibited at Family Fest - Sunderland:

• Illegal substances / drugs; Legal highs / nitrous oxide (NOS); 
• Weapons of any kind (including knives, knuckle dusters, etc.); 
• Fireworks, flares, smoke bombs, or explosives
• Glass items (bottles, jars, mirrors)
• Alcohol (unless purchased on site)
• Large bags (bigger than A4 size)
• Professional cameras, video cameras, or recording equipment (without accreditation)
• Drones or flying devices
• Laser pens / laser equipment
• Megaphones, air horns, or amplified sound devices
• Bicycles, scooters, skateboard
• Camping equipment (tents, chairs, gazebos)
• BBQs, gas stoves, or any cooking equipment
• Aerosols
• Sharp objects (including scissors)
• Flags or banners with offensive or political messaging
• Animals (except registered assistance dogs)
• Unauthorised merchandise for sale
• Any items deemed dangerous or unsuitable by security.

There is secure parking within a 5-minute walking distance of Family Fest - Sunderland. St Mary’s Car Park (SR1 3AH), Sunniside Car Park (SR1 1UL) or The Bridges Shopping Centre (SR1 1UL). Please note charges will apply, with spaces available on a first come, first served basis.

The Family Fest - Sunderland venue at Keel Square is an 8-minute walk from Park Lane Interchange (Bus & Metro). Sunderland Station is a 6-8 minute walk, connecting to major destinations (Newcastle, York, Carlisle, Middlesbrough).

There are no allocated drop-off or pick-up points at Family Fest - Sunderland. Please use the bays on High Street West or St Mary’s Boulevard. Please be aware taxis cannot wait, so instruct drivers to use designated zones.

Mobile and printed tickets are accepted at Family Fest - Sunderland.

A private bar, premium toilets, seating, great stage views and more will be available at Family Fest - Sunderland.

If you require assistance at Family Fest - Sunderland please contact info@weareliverepublic.com.  An accessibility viewing platform and accessible restrooms are available to those who need them.

Carers tickets for Family Fest - Sunderland can be acquired through Skiddle’s customer service team: custcare@skiddle.com.

Bars at Family Fest - Sunderland are cashless (card/contactless only). Traders and rides accept cash & card payment.

There will be no WiFi on site at Family Fest - Sunderland. Organisers advise you to set a meeting point with your friends when you arrive on site.