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Experience the excitement of summer with our collection of summer events in Durham.
From outdoor concerts to cultural festivals, immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the season. Discover endless opportunities for adventure and entertainment as you explore Durham's summer events. Plan your summer getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of joy amidst the warmth of the season.
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Workshop
Lanchester
Join us and Adeline and Twine for a relaxing afternoon of knotting and being creative and learn how to create a macrame rainbow or cactus (please make your choice upon ordering).
Festival
Seaham
June brings us the Summer Solstice with the longest day, also called Litha. Join us for a very special family festival style celebration.
Sporting Event
Chester le Street
The England men’s and women’s cricket teams will return to Durham’s Seat Unique Riverside stadium in 2024 with two one day internationals against stellar opposition.
Historical
Durham
A city with so much history … so why not join a FREE walking tour to immerse yourself in the past of Durham.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Walworth
Come and see Walworth Castle set up as it would be for a wedding.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Darlington
Take the opportunity to view one of our suites at leisure, fully set and dressed for your perfect wedding day and meet our Wedding Co-ordinator. Theres no need to book, just turn up any time between 6.00pm and 7.30pm. Whatever your dream wedding…
Concert
Sedgefield
This year is an exceptional year for your community choirs, because Sedgefield Lyric Singers turns 50!
Join us for what promises to be a very special celebration at our 50th Anniversary Concert. Save the dates of Friday 28th and Saturday 29th June,…
Theatre
Staindrop
Join us as we welcome the Three Inch Fools back to Raby Castle to perform The Secret Diary of Henry VIII. This brand new comedy highlights how the young Henry navigates the ups and downs of courtly life along with his infamous wives.
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.
Children/Family events
Durham
Join Curious Arts at Ushaw for Mini Pride, a celebration of everything that’s unique and wonderful about families!
Children/Family events
Durham City
Explore the Oriental Museum's collection of Japanese Manga comics and create your own to take home.
Concert
Brancepeth
The Durham Singers present their summer concert 'Fauré and His Pupils' to celebrate the centenary of the composer's death, and his legacy, on Saturday 29 June 2024, 7.30pm, at St Brandon's Church, Brancepeth.
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…
Outdoor Event
Seaham
Mental Health Swims is an award-winning, mental health peer support community. The regular dip at Seaham takes place on the last Sunday of every month - booking required.
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!
Show / Display
Staindrop
Join us for a day of Classic Cars at Raby Castle!
Children/Family events
Beamish
This summer, Beamish invites you to take part in a range of fun-filled activities lined up every day during the local school holidays, 1st July to 3rd September.
Festival
High Street, Spennymoor
Spennymoor Mural Festival returns this summer!
Wedding Fairs and Events
Stanley
Combining a luxury country location, stunning décor, and sensational backdrops, South Causey Inn offers an unmatched setting for the most perfect of wedding celebrations.
Participatory Event
Seaham
Take time out to unwind and spend time within yourself, to luxuriate in the complex soundscape that surrounds and caresses you.
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