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Vibrant festivals to quirky carnivals – the fun events in Tees Valley you won’t want to miss this summer
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Clubland by the Sea
When: Friday 26th July
Where: Seaton Reach, Coronation Drive, Seaton Carew, Hartlepool
Price: from £44.64 (tickets going fast!)
What to expect: The ultimate summer beach party is back at Seaton Reach, Hartlepool. Rave by the waves with top DJs, including Darren Styles, MC Keyes and Ultrabeat. There’s a huge outdoor main stage, light show, mini-festival village, rides and more. There are only a certain number of tickets left, so if this sounds up your street, book those tickets today.
Orange Pip Market
When: Saturday 27th July and Saturday 31st August
Where: Baker Street, Middlesbrough, UK
Price: Free
What to expect: Expect food, drinks, art, live music and creative activities at the Orange Pip Market – held on the last Saturday of each month in the heart of Middlesbrough from 12noon until 7.00pm. A great way to spend a summer afternoon – the vibe is always high and they have loads of creative workshops and demos throughout the day to keep you entertained.
Summer Sound Tribute Music Festival
When: Friday 26th July – Sunday 28th July
Where: Guisborough Rugby Club, Belmangate
Price: From £29.15
What to expect: The Summer Sound Tribute Music Festival is returning to Guisborough at the end of July, with a full weekend of live entertainment from the UK’s best tribute bands and artists. We’re talking tributes to Elton John, Elvis, Michael Jackson, Oasis, Coldplay, Take That, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande and many many more. Music lovers from all over the UK travel to this festival, which promises a weekend filled with fun. There’s also a funfair, fireworks, street food, cocktail bars and entertainers to top it off.
Darlington by the Sea
When: Wednesday 24th July – Sunday 28th July
Where: Darlington Town Centre
Price: Free
What to expect: From 11.00am – 5.00pm each day, Darlington will turn into a family-friendly seaside resort, with beach-themed activities and entertainment for all ages. Children can enjoy free sandcastle building in a giant sandpit in the market square, face painting, games and lots of activities to keep little ones entertained.
Hullabaloo in the Park
When: Wednesday 24th July – Sunday 28th July
Where: South Park, Darlington
Price: Free
What to expect: Erm… a lot. Theatre Hullabaloo are experts in creating fun-filled experiences and they’re creating an outdoor extravaganza of performances, music, storytelling, play spaces, entertainment, workshops and more in a magical land of creativity and fun. Specially designed for children between 0-10 and their grown-ups – there’s something everyone will love. There will also be a range of tasty food stalls to keep everyone’s tums full.
Headland Carnival
When: Thursday 1st August – Saturday 10th August
Where: Headland, Hartlepool
Price: Free
What to expect: This much-loved 10-day celebration in Hartlepool features parades, funfair rides, and family-friendly activities. Immerse yourself in the vibrant community spirit and enjoy the festivities.
Stockton International Riverside Festival (SIRF)
When: Friday 2nd August – Sunday 4th August
Where: Stockton High Street
Price: Free
A range of artists from around the world will descend on Stockton High Street with creative performances, visual experiences, dance, live music, circus and more. It’s a Notting Hill-style carnival in the North East that you won’t want to miss.
Darlington Pride Weekender
When: 10th August – 12th August
Where: Darlington Town Centre
Price: Free
What to expect: Darlington’s Pride celebrations will start with a march, followed by live music throughout the day, stalls from local organisations, merchandise, street theatre, and food and drink.
Middlesbrough Mela
When: 17th August – 18th August
Where: Albert Park, Middlesbrough
Price: Free
What to expect: Incredible food, a market bazaar, arts and crafts, street performers, sports, games, musicians, plus loads more to look forward to over the weekend. Applications to have a stall at the festival are still open, find more info here.
Festival of Thrift
When: 23rd September – 24th September
Where: John Whitehead Park, Billingham
Price: Free
What to expect: Get involved and be inspired as this free festival takes over Billingham and John Whitehead Park, transforming it into a packed celebration of sustainable living. You’re invited to swap your clothes, eat in the open air, fix your bike or toaster and grab some ethical shopping. There’ll also be thought-provoking performances along with a special mix of hands-on fun, food, music, dance and song.
Middlesbrough Art Week
When: 26th September – 4th October
Where: Various locations across Middlesbrough
Price: Free
What to expect: Middlesbrough Art Week is the largest contemporary arts festival in the North East, championing Middlesbrough’s heritage and industrial past. The title for this year’s festival – ‘IN THE NOW AND THE FAR’ seeks to negotiate the overlap and differences between cultural production and political action. Who has the right to take action? What does art & social practice look like? When is the moment and who is in the room?
Rachael Ellis
Creative Solutions Manager
After gaining a first in her BA Media and Journalism degree at Northumbria University, Rachael worked at Newcastle’s leading regional newspaper with her stories being picked up in national and global newspapers. She spent two very successful years giving a voice to those communities across the North East who otherwise…
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