So here are 9 reminders of parties for all generations across Sunderland, South Tyneside and Hartlepool over the years.
Were you pictured meeting a superhero or pulling a Christmas cracker?
Perhaps you were in the photo at a play area, or getting ready to tuck into festive food.
Take a look and see who you recognise in these festive photos.
5. So much fun at William Sutton Hall
The children's Christmas party at William Sutton Hall in South Tyneside in 2013 with councillors Alex Donaldson and Jim Foreman joining in the fun. Photo: Stu Norton
6. A visit from Santa in 2008
The Central Correctors Christmas party in Hartlepool 12 years ago - but who was in the picture as they visited Santa? Photo: FLR
7. Santa on a visit to Fulwell
The Fulwell Neighbourhood Watch Christmas party got a visit from Santa in 2003. Were you there? Photo: PB
8. Brilliant times at Boldon School
The Boldon School's annual senior citizens Christmas party in 2013. Can you spot someone you know? Photo: Stu Norton