Children representing schools across the city made their own torches for a huge day of activities in Herrington Country Park in 2012
The heavens opened and people got drenched but the memories which were made will last forever.
And here are 13 reminders of the day you created your own little bit of Olympic history with the help of Blue Peter stars and athletics legend Kris Akabusi.
Take a look and see who you recognise in our photo spread.
1. Medals of their own
There were medals galore for these Sunderland contributors to the Olympic occasion. Do you recognise any of them? Email [email protected] with your memories of the day. Photo: Picture Corrina Atkinson.
2. Meeting the stars
Blue Peter presenters welcome children representing 107 schools across Sunderland on stage with their own versions of the Olympic Torch. Photo: Picture Corrina Atkinson.
3. On the stage
Lighting their own flame for the 2012 Olympics. Photo: SE
4. Torches of all sizes
The beaming smiles say it all as these children enjoy their Olympics day. Photo: Picture Corrina Atkinson.