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Events
Fire & Ice Festival
February 2027. Dates TBC. Follow the magical fire and ice trail around historic Durham City and enjoy beautiful hand carved ice sculptures and flame beacons.
David Bowie on Tour
23 October 2027 - 30 January 2028: See over 100 highlights from the V&A’s national David Bowie archive, including items never before seen by the public!
Bishop Auckland Food Festival
April 2027. Dates TBC. The region's biggest food event has plenty on the menu with exciting street food, tempting tipples, indulgent treats and buckets full of family fun. A weekend of incredible celebrity chef demonstrations, regional food & drink traders & local entertainers.
England Men V New Zealand
7 September 2027: Durham’s Riverside Stadium will play host to England Men as they take on New Zealand in a thrilling One Day international.
Durham Regatta
12 -13 June 2027: A spectacular weekend of racing and entertainment along the banks of the River Wear at Durham Regatta - the UK’s second oldest regatta!
Durham Pride
May 2027. Date TBC. A vibrant annual celebration of the LGBT+ community across Durham, bursting with lively music, energetic dancing, and an infectious atmosphere of joy and togetherness.
England v Pakistan ODI
23 May 2027: The England Men’s team will return to Durham’s Banks Homes Riverside Stadium in 2027 with a One Day international against stellar opposition.
The Durham Miners' Gala
10 July 2027: Held on the 2nd Saturday of July in Durham City since 1871, with more than 200,000 people marching to celebrate trade union and community values.
Durham Brass Festival
July 2027. Dates TBC: Durham’s loudest festival promises to be bigger and better than ever as it celebrates two decades of bringing one of the biggest celebrations of brass to the region.
Kynren - An Epic Tale of England
17 July to 11 September 2027: The award-winning night-time show, Kynren - An Epic Tale of England returns to Bishop Auckland for another spectacular summer season.
Durham Fringe Festival
July to August 2027. Dates TBC: Durham Fringe Festival will host a spectacular array of performing arts, including theatre, music, comedy, magic, spoken word, dance, circus, and more!
Seaham Food Festival
August 2027. Dates TBC: Seaham Food Festival returns to the Durham Coast with delicious street food, cookery classes, live music, TV chefs and tasty local produce.
Wolsingham Show
September 2027 dates TBC. Celebrate the county’s farming life at England’s oldest and Durham’s biggest open-air agricultural show. A jam-packed weekend of family-friendly entertainment.
North Pennines Stargazing Festival
October to November 2027. Dates TBC: Unlock the wonders of the night sky with 'out of this world' activities and events suitable for all ages and stargazing fans, whether you're a beginner or expert.
Durham Book Festival
October 2027. Dates TBC: The annual celebration of all things books takes place in and around Durham City each October with an incredible programme of live and digital events.
Durham Christmas Festival
3 to 5 December 2027: Soak up the atmosphere at Durham City’s annual festive festival, with fabulous Christmas shopping, carol services, live music, street performers and more!
