Things to Do in Durham
Planning Your Trip
Welcome to the Itinerary Planner. Use this tool to build your own journey or choose from an exciting range of specially selected tours.
To build your own Itinerary, click to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
Embrace your love of music with an array of exciting festivals, performances and events happening across Durham this year.
See big name acts, exciting new bands and up and coming local artists at iconic venues across the county. From intimate gigs and street parties to fabulous festivals and stadium tours. A visit to Durham is guaranteed to get your toes tapping!
Number of results: 42
, currently showing 21 to 40.
Festival
Durham
An emotive and poignant show of original songs written and performed by those with experience of seeking sanctuary, linking the past with the present. Drawing on the North East’s rich history of offering sanctuary – from the arrival of an exiled…
Festival
Bishop Auckland
Royal Northern Sinfonia is the orchestra of the North East and Cumbria, based at The Glasshouse in Gateshead. They are the UK’s only full-time chamber orchestra – 37 incredible musicians coming together to play awe-inspiring classical music by the…
Concert
Bishop Auckland
Formed in 1950 by eight men who each initially contributed £8 to start an instrument fund, the band are a 2nd Section band based in Esh Winning that feature a full and varied programme that they’ve performed throughout the North East. Winning awards…
Concert
Durham City
The Music of Bond - presented by the Limelight Orchestra - brings some of the most well known cinematic music to the cathedral for the first time for a special one off show on Saturday 22 June.
Festival
Lanchester
Scoop Music Festival is a 3 day camping festival celebrating local talent, sited at Burnhopeside Hall near the picturesque village of Lanchester.
Festival
Bishop Auckland
On this night, we welcome a special Family Night celebration featuring 2 stellar acts, Unicorn Dance Party and Mad Alice Theatre Company!
Theatre
Barnard Castle
Featuring favourite songs from stage and screen by songwriters such as Cole Porter, the Gershwins, Stephen Sondheim and Noel Coward, and lesser-known numbers, this raucous, cabaret-style show is not to be missed.
Concert
Bishop Auckland
Take a trip back to Detroit’s heyday in the 60s with the brand-new A Night To Remember Motown Show. A stellar cast of critically-acclaimed performers and divinely-gifted musicians authentically recreate the sound responsible for lifting an entire…
Music Event
Durham City
A wonderful chance to see international Soprano and specialist in early music, Emma Kirkby DBE and eheorbish Jonatan Bougt performing with the Dunelm Consort and Players.
Music Event
The College, Durham City
Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music!
Summer Event
Bishop Auckland
Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Beyond the Barricade is the UK’s leading musical theatre concert, starring past principals from Les Misérables.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
In answer to overwhelming support, former members of John Coghlan's Quo – Mick Hughes, Rick Chase, Pete Mace and Russ Chadd have reformed under the name of QUO CONNECTION in order to begin the next chapter.
Concert
Bishop Auckland
We welcome Mania – The ABBA Tribute! From London’s West End to Las Vegas, Mania is the world’s number one touring ABBA tribute and has performed in over 35 countries around the world, delighting millions for more than two decades.
Concert
Bishop Auckland
You won’t believe your eyes and ears when internationally acclaimed 21-year-old Emilio Santoro steps into the ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll!
Festival
Barnard Castle
Join us for our 2024 SUMMER FESTIVAL every weekend from 22 June to 25 August. Enjoy FREE entertainment and live music in our Café Garden at the rear of The Witham building (off Galgate carpark).
Music Event
Blanchland
Join us for another fantastic 2024 Garden Gig! David will be singing us a few songs in our garden so join us from 3pm until 5pm where snacks and drinks will be available to purchase.
Festival
Bishop Auckland
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music.
Concert
Bishop Auckland
The UK’s premiere touring Queen tribute band, Majesty have been entertaining audiences across the world for the past ten years and are acclaimed for their electrifying recreation of Queen’s iconic live performances.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Celebrate the music of George Michael and Wham! with the acclaimed Steve Mitchell and his wonderful solo show.
Festival
Bishop Auckland
Join us at Auckland Castle for an evening with The Unthanks, the multi-award-winning folk group celebrated for their authentic blend of traditional melodies and modern sensibilities, creating a sound that is both timeless and innovative.
© Copyright Visit County Durham. All Rights Reserved
Registered Office: Visit County Durham, Room SF1C, 2nd Floor, Salvus House, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5TS