🆓 Free Events in Sunderland
107 free events happening in Sunderland — no entry fee required. Concerts, exhibitions, workshops, markets and more.
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SOLD OUT10:00 am Guided Tour of Sunderland Maritime Heritage
📍 Sunderland Maritime Heritage
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SOLD OUT11:00 am Guided Tour of Sunderland Maritime Heritage
📍 Sunderland Maritime Heritage
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SOLD OUT12:00 noon Guided Tour of Sunderland Maritime Heritage
📍 Sunderland Maritime Heritage
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FREEUoS Community Litter Pick
📍 The Gateway
FREESunderland Careers Fair
📍 Stadium of Light
FREECampus Tour
📍 The Gateway
FREEThe Big Student Shop at The Bridges
📍 Bridges Shopping Centre
SOLD OUTInternational Trade Forum
📍 Port of Tyne
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FREEHow to use social media for business
📍 North East Business and Innovation Centre
FREECoffee and Craft Programme Winter Welcome 2026 - (Free Winter Fuel Packs)
📍 HILLS arts centre
FREENEWCASTLE Hobbycraft - Cricut™ Maker™ 5 Tour
📍 Hobbycraft
FREELunch & Learn - Practical Guidance for Wills & Probate Practitioners
📍 Richard Reed Solicitors
FREECommunity, Youth, and Social Work Events (Apprenticeship and CPD)
FREEBUSINESS NETWORKING CHESTER - LE STREET - The Whitehills with IPC
📍 The Whitehills
SOLD OUTSeasonal Journalling: Simple Bookbinding and Autumn Botanicals – Part 1
📍 Hills Arts Centre
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FREENursing and Clinical Practice Events (Apprenticeship and CPD)
FREEFREE Taster session - Atlas Community Theatre Company
📍 Theatre Space NE CIC (Collective Space)
FREEBack on the Map Networking in aid of MacMillan Cancer Support
📍 Back On The Map: Carnegie Community Corner
FREEThings with Wings at Elemore Park
📍 Elemore Park
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RAF Town Show Sunderland
📍 Keel Square
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Tours to the Top
📍 Penshaw Monument
SOLD OUTJewellery & Craft Club with Brenda
📍 Seventeen Nineteen
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FREEDr Bike Health Check (A4A)
📍 Thompson Park (Homegrown Garden Centre) Middle of the park opposite the bowling green.
FREEGrowing Together at Hetton Park Community Orchard
📍 Hetton Park
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many free events are happening in Sunderland?
There are currently 107 free events listed in Sunderland. New free events are added daily — check back often for the latest listings.
What types of free events can I find in Sunderland?
Free events in Sunderland include art exhibitions, community workshops, outdoor activities, markets, live music sessions, talks, guided walks and family-friendly activities.
Do I need to book free events in Sunderland?
Some free events require advance booking while others are drop-in. Check individual event listings for booking details — we include direct links to register where available.
Free Things to Do in Sunderland
Sunderland offers a wealth of free events and activities throughout the year. From free gallery exhibitions and museum open days to outdoor concerts, community workshops, and seasonal markets — there's always something to enjoy without spending a penny. EventsList.co.uk updates free event listings daily with Full event descriptions, venue details, and direct booking links so you never miss out on the best free things to do in Sunderland.