Stockton International Riverside Festival (SIRF)

As the North East's leading free outdoor arts festival, SIRF transforms Stockton town centre into a vibrant stage, filled with spectacular performances, extraordinary artists and unforgettable experiences.

This year artists from the Tees Valley will performed alongside companies from France, Catalonia, the Netherlands, Korea, Australia and across the UK, to bring world-class outdoor arts to Stockton.

More than 100 performances took place across the weekend, with something for everyone to enjoy. This year, audiences also took centre stage, with more than 11 shows featuring participation opportunities and community casts.

2027 dates to be announced!