SIRF is 20 - come and join the party!

Stockton International Riverside Festival (SIRF) marks a landmark birthday this year - and you are invited to join in the celebrations.

From August 1 - 5, performers and companies from across the globe will take over Stockton Town Centre.

Watch out for daredevil aerial and trapeze work and if you are taking a stroll down the High Street you are certain to come across a host of walkabout shows!

Nutkhut bring their stunning Bollywood Steps to Stockton and there will be a full programme of family entertainment in Parish Gardens.

A 1,000 Carnival will make its way down Stockton High Street on Saturday, 4 August - don't miss this colourful extravaganza.

The Fringe Festival takes place on Stockton's Riverside - look out for The Ordinary Boys, Badly Drawn Boy and Echo and the Bunnymen!

For details log onto www.sirf.co.uk