Here’s a reminder of some of the wonderful scenes you would expect to find on carnival day across Wearside.
How many do you recall? And what did you love most about carnivals in a bygone era?
1. A kiss for two lovely ladies
Here's a scene from the Sunderland Carnival of August 1981- but who are the two ladies pictured? Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. A carnival atmosphere at Whitburn
A carnival atmosphere came to Whitburn in 1975 and here are the ladies of the Grey Horse pub who are pictured staging their annual race around the local streets. Recognise anyone? Photo: SE
3. Silksworth Carnival Parade
A colourful parade through Silksworth in 1977 heralded the beginning of the week's Jubilee celebrations in the village. Jazz bands, floats and their followers paraded in style. Share your memories of it by emailing [email protected]. Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Thorney Close
Thorney Close Carnival got huge support in 1975 and here are Julie Robson, Alison Ramshaw and Gillian Mountain, members of Boldon Colliery Highlanders jazz band, doing a little rehearsing before taking part. Photo: Sunderland Echo