Your guide to what's on in the North East this weekend

Your weekend starts here. Make the most of your time off with Bdaily's guide to what's on in the North East this weekend.

Friday 20 June

Fickle Friends | 7pm | £17 | The Independent, in Sunderland
High-energy, ‘80s-inspired synth-pop with catchy hooks and vibrant stage presence. 
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Legends of Industry Gala | All day 20-22 June | Adults £18, children £5 | Tanfield Railway, Gateshead
Featuring historic steam locomotive NCB No. 54 in action - perfect for train buffs and families alike.
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Wine on the Wear Summer Edition | 4-6pm | FREE | Sweeney Miller Law, Sunderland
An evening of wine tasting and networking alongside views of the River Wear, in Sunderland. 
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Hilarity Bitesize new act night | £10 | Steam Machine Brewing Co., Newton Aycliffe
Features emerging comedians trying out fresh material in a relaxed pub setting on Friday evening. 
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Saturday 21 June

Fake Festival, Tynemouth | 11.45am - 11pm | £40 | Percy Park RFC, North Sheilds
The festival features six high‑energy tribute acts playing Britpop, grunge, rock and pop anthems in a giant marquee with full sound, lighting, food trucks and a bar.
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Classic Vehicle Show & Beer Festival | FREE to visit event | Steam train rides £11 adults, £5 children | Aln Valley Railway
Showcasing vintage cars and family-friendly activities on historic rails with steam train rides and brewery pop-ups.
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Carrying David | 2.30pm and 7.30pm | The Theatre Royal 
A powerful play telling the emotional true story of local hero Glenn McCrory—the North East’s first world boxing champion—and the brother he literally carried through childhood, as David fought a terminal illness.
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Altern-8 | 8pm | £22.50 | The Glasshouse International Centre for Music
35 Year Anniversary Tour plus DJ Nex, Tokyo Acid Cru and DJ Mudfoot Blaps.
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Sunday 22 June

International Fairy Day | 3pm | Alnwick Garden 
Alnwick Garden is inviting as many visitors as possible to come dressed as fairies - wings, glitter, tutus and all, as it attempts to break the world record for the most fairies gathered in one place at one time! Enjoy whimsical, family-friendly outdoor storytelling and garden exploration. 
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Classic Vehicle Show & Beer Festival | FREE to visit event | Steam train rides £11 adults, £5 children | Aln Valley Railway
Showcasing vintage cars and family-friendly activities on historic rails with steam train rides and brewery pop-ups. 
Find out more

Carrying David | 2.30pm and 7.30pm | The Theatre Royal 
A powerful play telling the emotional true story of local hero Glenn McCrory—the North East’s first world boxing champion—and the brother he literally carried through childhood, as David fought a terminal illness.
Book tickets 

The Wandering Hearts | 7.30pm | From £23 | The Fire Station, Sunderland
Enjoy this folk-pop band perform a relaxed, melodic set to close the musical weekend.
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Marvellous Microbes Workshop | 11am & 2pm | From £2 | Queen’s Hall, Hexham 
This workshop offers curious kids a fun, hands-on science experience about microscopic life. 
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