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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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Family Fun
Bishop Auckland
☠️ Ahoy, me hearties! Set sail for PIRATE NIGHT! ⚓
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.
Arts & Crafts
Chester le Street
Let your creativity flow and release your inner artist with The Paint and Sip Party Co.
Walking Event
Port Clarence, Middlesbrough
Whether you're brand new to birdwatching or simply looking to brush up on the basics, join us for our relaxed, beginner-friendly birdwatching walks each month.
Children/Family events
Durham
Vintage and Classic Sports Car Day in the grounds of Brancepeth Castle.
St Brandon's Church, Brancepeth
Arts & Crafts
Lanchester
Join us and Nat from Northern Sky Designs for an afternoon of creative fun at our Fused Glass Bunch of Flowers Workshop.
Sporting Event
Framwellgate Moor, Durham
We are running a summer dodgeball camp for kids of all ages and abilities! Anyone is welcome, weather you've played before or not!
Children/Family events
Sedgefield
Join us this August for Hardwick Holiday Club. Each day will offer opportunities to explore and discover a range of outdoor adventures while making new friends, playing games, and learning new skills. Holiday Club will include a themed morning…
Theatre
Fowlers Yard, Durham
Classic, ground breaking play of its time.
Theatre
Staindrop
Settle in for an unforgettable evening of open-air theatre as the brilliant HandleBards return to Raby Castle with their delightfully chaotic, bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing.
Children/Family events
Durham
Get interactive with the Crazy Creatures visiting the Garden for the day.
Lecture
Barnard Castle
Discover how The Bowes Museum's collection has changed over time with the influence of 20th century curators, and the wider impact these individuals have had on museums as we know them today in this insightful talk by Dr. Jane Whittaker, Head of…
Theatre
Durham
The HandleBards return to Wharton Park in summer 2025. Make the most of the early bird offer, tickets make a great Christmas gift. Book here for The Handlebards. - make the most of the early bird offer - visit and search for Wharton Park.
Festival
Edmundbyers
A weekend festival of live tribute music, food and drink, and children’s activities and entertainment, set in a stunning location, not far from you. Bring all the family, including the dog, and enjoy some fun, quality time together.
Derwent Waterside Park, Shotley Bridge
Festival
Sedgefield
Hardwick Festival returns 15th to 17th August. The 2025 line-up will be revealed soon.
Children/Family events
Bargate Bank, Lanchester
Join us for some more hair-raising fun with another helping of our Hair Braids & Milkshakes event.
Family Fun
Blackhall Colliery
A day of carnival fun for all the family! Take part in all of our activities including: Children's funfair rides (additional charges), face painting, local treat stalls, garden games, a circus workshop & more!
Markets
Murton
Get ready for a weekend of shopping, sunshine and summer vibes at Dalton Park’s Summer Artisan Market
Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
An exciting weekend packed with hands-on creative workshops, entertainment, building competitions and activities that encourage imagination and play for people of all ages.
Music Event
Chester le Street
Dust off your cowboy boots and grab your favourite hat because it's time to kick up some fun line dancing at Beats & Boots in the Tipi. A celebration of all thing's country!
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