There were fairground rides, unicyclists, jugglers and a fantastic parade but were you there?
Our Shields Gazette photographer was and he took all of these wonderful photos. There are plenty of faces to recognise so why not take a look through our photo collection and see if you can spot someone you know?
5. Fun in Frederick Street
Face painting and fairground rides. Sounds like a perfect day. Photo: IB
6. Climbing the Matterhorn
A festival attraction called the Matterhorn was popular with youngsters in 2004. Photo: sg
7. Magnificent Matterhorn memories
Another view of the Matterhorn attraction which drew the crowds at the 2004 festival. Photo: sg
8. In rehearsal
Practising their drumming skills. Recognise them? Photo: sg