Iconic boy bands, a TV legend and the music of one of the world's best-loved groups will help make a popular North East festival one of the best yet. 

South Tyneside is set to welcome a host of big names in July, for This Is South Tyneside Festival 2023. 

The annual free concerts at South Shields' Bents Park have drawn packed crowds and this year will be no exception, with a stellar programme of music on offer.

The concerts will kick off on July 9 with British pop band, The Vamps, who as well as having a string of hits in their own right, have supported everyone from Taylor Swift to McFly.

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The following Sunday (July 16) Jason Donovan will be taking to the stage, performing some of his best-loved hits from across the years.

Then on Sunday, July 23, the music of global superstars Abba will be brought to the stage, courtesy of Björn Again, who has been wowing audiences across the world for more than 30 years.

On Sunday 30 July, the final show will see Boyzlife performing, featuring ex-Westlife singer Brian McFadden and Boyzone's Keith Duffy.

Cllr Pat Hay, Mayor of South Tyneside, believes this will be one of the best festivals to date.

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"Every year we are delighted to announce fantastic performers and a packed programme of events," she said.

"This year is certainly no exception and we have some absolutely incredible acts - all of which have an international reputation - who will be appearing at Bents Park.

"There's something for people of all ages and we imagine that once again we will see record crowds every Sunday."

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How to get tickets for This Is South Tyneside 2023

Admission to the Sunday Concerts is free. However, a limited number of Priority tickets are available from Ticketmaster or Shop at The Word for £6 per person to guarantee access on the day.

Tickets will only be available for sale until seven days before each concert from Ticketmaster, or up to noon on the day before each concert from Shop at The Word.