Beacon of Light taking part in Kit Out Sunderland donation initiative
Beacon of Light is collaborating with Sunderland City Council to support Kit Out Sunderland – a sports kit donation initiative.
Beacon to host Fan Zone dedicated to International Fans' Day
Beacon of Light is set to host a Matchday Fan Zone with a difference when Sunderland AFC celebrate International Fans’ Day.
The Black Cats’ home game against Swansea City on Saturday 12 April will be dedicated to celebrating supporters from across the globe and there’s plenty going on at the Beacon from 12:30pm.
There will be special performances from Sunderland Chinese Unicorn Association who will stage a Chinese Dragon Parade and a Caribbean Steel Band Performance from West Rainton Primary School.
A series of interviews will be carried out with international supporters, hearing more about the stories of their connection with Sunderland AFC.
There will also be all the usual Fan Zone activities, including:
- Music from Dance Revolution
- Free outdoor kickabouts
- EAFC on the Xboxes
- Matchday Mental Health Hub
Don’t head to the match hungry! Our Yard Nine Café will be serving up matchday classics and drinks.
Beacon of Light to host Fun Day with Utilita
We are excited to host the Utilita Football Festival at the Beacon of Light on Thursday 31 July which will be a day of free activities for all the family.
Vote for Beacon Bridge
Sunderland's newest landmark is one step closer to officially being named as voting opens for the people of the city to choose from the shortlisted options.