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If you’re looking for some ideas on what to do, we’ve rounded up 10 of the top shows and events.
5. Heart-making session, National Glass Centre, Sunderland, February 9-15
Make a glass heart for your loved one at special craft sessions running at National Glass Centre in Sunderland at various times from February 9 -15. Enjoy a creative day with someone special or make them a truly unique gift for Valentine’s Day. Guided by experienced glass makers you will create a heart out of molten glass. Three people per hour. Minimum age 16 years. The cost is £38 each. To book a place see the Glass Centre website. | JPIMedia Photo: JPI Media
6. Thriller Live, Sunderland Empire, until February 8
Thriller Live is at Sunderland Empire from Thursday, February 6 until February 8, it features the songs of Michael and The Jackson 5 including I Want You Back, ABC, The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Dirty Diana, Bad, Dangerous and Thriller plus many more. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Katy Wheeler
7. Youth Arts Exhibition, Arts Centre Washington, until March 14
This year's Youth Arts Exhibition has opened at Arts Centre Washington and will be running until March 14. The annual display showcases the talent of young people in Washington and all across the Sunderland area. Entitled Bright Lights, it features art, in a variety of mediums, by artists aged 11-19, curated by a group of young people, supported by professionals. | JPIMedia Photo: JPI Media
8. The Game, Rainton Arena, February 7
West Coast rapper The Game is set to raise the roof at Rainton Arena this week. The Game will be performing as part of his Born 2 Rap tour. The performer, whose hits include How We Do and Hate It Or Love It, will be taking to the stage at the Houghton venue on Friday, February 7 as part of his Born 2 Rap tour. He’s the latest name to be announced at the venue, which will also host a huge ‘80s party with Spandau Ballet’s Martin Kemp this year, after new owner Jay Johal took over and pledged to bring more events to the arena. Jayceon Terrell Taylor, better known by his stage name The Game, rose to fame in 2005 with the success of his debut album, The Documentary, and his two Grammy nominations. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Submitted