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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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Music Event
Seaham
Drumming has been practiced for many thousands of years as a way to communicate, share experience, and build community.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Acclaimed UK singer/songwriters Zervas & Pepper present 'This Flight Tonight' an intimate five-piece acoustic live tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell.
Featuring songs such as 'California', 'Blue', 'Woodstock' 'Both Sides Now', 'Coyote', 'Big…
Historical
Staindrop
Sir Henry Vane the Younger, 1613-1662; Discovering an extraordinary life and legacy.
Festival
Durham
An eclectic, vibrant and colourful celebration of brass music in all its forms – artistically excellent, rooted in our communities, and welcoming to everyone.
Festival
Stanhope
Stanhope Weekender is a live music event in the heart of Stanhope, Weardale.
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…
Food & Drink
Wynyard
Celebrate the spirit of Wimbledon with our specially curated menu featuring classic British delicacies infused with a touch of tennis-themed flair.
Music Event
Peterlee
Don't miss the hottest event of the summer: Peterlee Summer Sounds! Join us at Peterlee & Horden Rugby Club on Saturday July 6th, 2024, for an unforgettable day of outdoor tunes!
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.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Tanabata is the Japanese summer star festival. Find out about this special time of year and make tanabata decorations.
Workshop
Lanchester
After the sell out of all of our previous Art Workshops we have added another date to our busy schedule of events. Join us for a Beginner's Art Workshop with our resident artist Mags from PastelArt by Mags where you will learn to paint, in soft…
Agricultural Show
nr Thornley
The annual Durham County Show.
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.
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.
Nature
Seaham
A Guided Walk with an Introduction to Foraging.
Outdoor Event
Staindrop
We've invited yoga teacher, breath work coach and soon to be physiotherapist Georgie, to take you through a rejuvenating session of movement and breath, alongside an educational talk on how stress busting techniques can help you harness some of…
Show / Display
South Road, Durham
The Durham MG & Classic Car Club was formed in 2001 for local car enthusiasts interested in MG cars, both classic and modern. This informal gathering will showcase cars representing models produced from the late 1940s through to the early 2000s.
Children/Family events
Lanchester
Join us for a delicious cooked breakfast, fun and photos with your favourite Blue Puppy!
Nature
Seaham
Start your week relaxing in nature, with guided mindful practices to soothe body, mind and soul. Two hours in the beautiful surroundings of Dalton Moor Farm, beside Murton, Seaham.
Historical
Staindrop
Raby Castle welcomes Annie Garthwaite in the week that her much anticipated novel, The King's Mother is published.
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