Things to Do in Durham
Planning Your Trip
Welcome to the Itinerary Planner. Use this tool to build your own journey or choose from an exciting range of specially selected tours.
To build your own Itinerary, click to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
You are here > Home > Inspire Me > Short Break Ideas > Summer Breaks > Summer Events
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.
Number of results: 279
, currently showing 181 to 200.
Workshop
Bargate Bank, Lanchester
A jewellery making workshop with Simply Smallholding is an experience to remember.
Workshop
Lanchester
A jewellery making workshop with Simply Smallholding is an experience to remember.
Arts & Crafts
Consett
Come one, come all to the Blanchland Artisan Makers Market and Feel-good Fair on Sunday, August 3rd!
Show / Display
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
Helford Road, Peterlee
Looking for something exciting to do with the kids this summer? Peterlee Town Council is bringing you free Family Fun Days packed with entertainment, activities, and summer vibes!
Children/Family events
Sedgefield
Become a Durham Countryside Conservation Champion this Summer through our park experience.
Music Event
Seaham
Awaken the Fire, Soothe the Soul. A Deeply Restorative Session of Rhythm and Sound for Wellbeing - Immerse yourself, mind, body, and soul, into the layers and healing frequencies of sound and rhythm. From Drum Beat to Deep Peace - Join the Journey…
Historical
Staindrop
Take a moment to slow down and immerse yourself in the captivating world of art at Raby Castle. Our new programme invites you to step away from the hustle and bustle and spend an hour truly connecting with the artworks in our collection. Each month,…
Wellness Event
Seaham
Start Your Day with calm intention and gentle awareness in our mindful morning session, where breath, movement, and stillness come together to set the tone for a graceful and peaceful day.
Exhibition
Staindrop
Take a moment to slow down, breathe, and immerse yourself in the captivating world of art at Raby Castle. Our new programme invites you to step away from the hustle and bustle and spend an hour truly connecting with the artworks in our collection.…
Children/Family events
Bargate Bank, Lanchester
This Summer we welcome back Big Science for some more exciting and fun experiments, this time centred around bath bombs.
Children/Family events
Bargate Bank, Lanchester
This Summer we welcome back Big Science for some more exciting and fun experiments, this time centred around lava lamps.
Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
Join Julius Hadrianus as he takes you on a fact-packed tour of the incredible 2000-year-old fort and settlement.
Concert
The College, Durham
Calling 80s music fans Everywhere… this is your show! 80s Anthems By Candlelight is here, serving up the biggest and best rock anthems, power ballads and pop classics of the decade, live!
Lecture
Barnard Castle
A thought-provoking talk exploring feminist and queer perspectives, social justice and radical ecology. Eleanor Thirlway, Co-Production Curator will discuss why it's crucial to rethink the stories we tell in museums, challenging dominant narratives…
Golf Events
Durham
Open events at Brancepeth are extremely popular and usually sell out very quickly as they attract visitors from all over the North of England and beyond. We pride ourselves in making everyone’s visit to our golf course memorable by delivering…
Family Fun
Murton
As part of its exciting summer programme, Dalton Park is proud to partner with Curious Arts to present Mini Pride – a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of creativity, self-expression and inclusivity.
Markets
Stanley
Launching on Friday, April 11th, the markets will take place bi-monthly on the second Friday, bringing together delicious street food, local businesses, and a lively social atmosphere.
Family Fun
Bishop Auckland
☠️ Ahoy, me hearties! Set sail for PIRATE NIGHT! ⚓
Arts & Crafts
Chester le Street
Let your creativity flow and release your inner artist with The Paint and Sip Party Co.
© Copyright Visit County Durham. All Rights Reserved
Registered Office: Visit County Durham, East Wing, 1st Floor, Corten House, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5TS