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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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Festival
Durham
Monopoly is a terrible game. It ruins friendships and destroys families. Join comedian Benjamin Alborough as he attempts to improve Monopoly in this chaotic, interactive gameshow where audience members compete against each other and the host, with…
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
Durham
AD 793: Ousted from their homes, a faithful group Anglo-Saxons take refuge in Arden Forest as a new barbaric Viking regime begins to take root in Northumberland. Meanwhile, Rosalind is banished by new ruler Frederick, whilst Orlando, on hearing of a…
Family Fun
Durham
This show brings the audience to the heart of the performance in a fun, educational and interactive world of chaos which your kids will love.
Festival
Durham
Christmas at Camelot: a monstrous green warrior issues an unwinnable challenge to Arthur’s finest knight. But what if the story was retold by the woman at its heart? A one-woman version of the medieval poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, written…
Festival
Durham
17th Century England. Crops are dying, sickness is on the rise, misfortune lurks around every corner. Secrets. Lies. Rumours. Tensions are high. Anyone could be a witch.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Explore the cathedral with the whole family and discover crafts, trails and special mini-tours.
Festival
Durham City
Now in its fourth year, Durham Fringe Festival will run from 24 to 28 July 2024, using venues around Durham City centre.
Festival
Durham
Philip Jonathan is an alt folk artist from Northumberland who has had songs on BBC and recently completed his first international tour with sold-out shows in Canada and England.
Festival
Durham
Put your cares and worries to one side and join Jessa Liversidge for an uplifting singing workshop, suitable for all ages and all levels of experience (or none!) Whether you are an experienced performer or strictly a shower singer, Jessa will lift…
Theatre
Durham City
A young woman faces a choice: sell out on her principles and work for a capitalist conglomerate, or use OnlyFans to fund her business ambitions.
Festival
Durham
Dickens wrote some incredible novels. But what about the ones he never got a chance to start? Watch a group of buffoons submerged you in a brand spanking new tale based off a title suggestion from the audience!
Festival
Durham
Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland. This interactive family friendly show features aerial performance, arts and crafts, tea parties, and the opportunity to try the aerial spiral. Don't be late for this important date!
Festival
County Durham
A family camping festival in the North East at the picturesque Lambton Park in Co-DurhamJoin us to experience something different, see great acts and discover wonderful new ways to enjoy yourself with your family.
Festival
Durham
Amazing tales, elegantly told. Top award-winning improvisers tell extravagant stories all based on the Adventures of Baron Munchausen. There will be pirates and princesses, unicorns and dragons, spacemen and swordfights, and all of it completely and…
Children/Family events
Lanchester
Do you love snakes? Do you want to learn more about our slithery friends ? Do you also crave delicious milkshakes? If you answered yes to any (or all) of the above questions then this event is for you!
Fete / Fair
Durham
3 day summer craft fair with over 60 amazing stalls in the castle and grounds. Delicious home-cooked food served in castle cafes. Craft workshops to try your hand at. Free parking. Wheelchair accessible.
Festival
Lanchester
Scoop Music Festival is a 3 day camping festival celebrating local talent, sited at Burnhopeside Hall near the picturesque village of Lanchester.
Children/Family events
Lanchester
July 2024 sees the release of Despicable Me 4 and to celebrate we are hosting our very first Children's Despicable Who? Me? Party.....an evening of Minion fun with games, activities and party food.
Festival
Durham
Durham scratch Choir is an inclusive community choir who wish to share the joy of singing in our home city. Our wide-ranging repertoire includes songs from different continents and eras, religious, secular part songs and rounds with the possibility…
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