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Build your own intineraries

Use this tool to save details of accommodation, events, places to eat and things to see & do in Durham.

To add an item to ‘My Shortlist’, click the relevant

Add to Excursion

What's On

Durham’s packed year-round events calendar means there’s bound to be something for you to enjoy, whenever you choose to visit – from exhibitions and world-class events and festivals, to theatre, live music and sporting events.

The return of Lumiere will once again light up Durham City in 2013, and the eyes of the sporting world will be on the Emirates Durham International Cricket Ground in August as the region hosts it's first ever Ashes test match.

Planning a short break? Why not take a look through our Top 10 Events to help you decide the best time to visit Durham and make the most of your stay.

Why not take a look at this video featuring some of Durham's key events in 2013?

What's On highlights...

The Durham Streets Summer Festival 2013

The Durham Streets Summer Festival 2013

For one weekend each year, the streets of Durham City are home to an international line-up of Street Entertainers, Jugglers, Unicyclists, Strong Women, Acrobats, Clowns, Circus Artists and professional merrymakers. The festival also celebrates the finest musical talent from across the UK, with...

The Durham Streets Summer Festival 2013

The Durham Streets Summer Festival 2013

For one weekend each year, the streets of Durham...

Lindisfarne Gospels Durham

Lindisfarne Gospels Durham

The exhibition is a contemporary interpretation...

Brass Durham International Festival

Brass Durham International Festival

Covering a fortnight of diverse events annually...

Fairytale Weekend

Fairytale Weekend

Durham Dales Centre Saturday 22nd June and Sunday...

Evening Outdoor Theatre - Babe The Sheep-Pig

Evening Outdoor Theatre - Babe The Sheep-Pig

Evening of Outdoor Theatre - BABE THE SHEEP-PIG...

The Big Vintage Picnic at The Bowes Museum

The Big Vintage Picnic at The Bowes Museum

Get dressed up for a delicious day out, with...