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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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Exhibition
Durham
This family friendly exhibition features a selection of artefacts from across the Durham University collections to help tell the stories of local folktales.
Concert
The College, Durham
Organ Recital Series 2025. Fourth Wednesday of each month at 7pm.
Heritage
Welcome to Inspiration. Discover the past, present and future of railways on our incredible exhibition train Inspiration, touring Britain from 27th June 2025.
Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
This special exhibition explores the inextricable link between coal mining and the railways.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Festival
Staindrop
Raby Castle will celebrate the year with stories associated with 19th-century inventions, including the reactions of landowners and farmers to trains, as well as how travel evolved into a privilege for the upper classes from their collections.
Exhibition
Durham
The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists. This summer, see The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists in our family-focused exhibition which celebrates the art of the Ladybird book artists from the 1940s to the 1970s.
Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
Explore the birth of British landscape painting through works by 18th-century masters including Gainsborough, Reynolds, Stubbs, and Wilson. Set within the historic apartments of Bishop Trevor, this exhibition charts the rise of a genre that shaped…
Exhibition
Newbiggin
Throughout 2025 there will be a rolling exhibition along the trail - showcasing how people have been inspired by the Pennine Way and inspiring others to get out and walk a bit (or even all!) of the route.
Summer Event
Chester le Street
Think you’ve got what it takes to be the local quiz champ? Grab your team and prove it at our brand new Resident Quiz Night in The Tipi– now happening every Thursday, 7pm-10pm!
Family Fun
Bishop Auckland
The Paddocks: wide variety of rare breed animals and bird in picturesque tranquil setting. Perfect for animal lovers of any age.
Exhibition
Durham City
800 years after the 1225 Magna Carta was issued, this exhibition features all six documents, exploring why Durham Cathedral came to have them, what they meant for life in the north of England, and their continuing importance today.
Exhibition
Station Road, Darlington
An exhibition reflecting on the history of steam railways and how the rail industry is gearing up for a second revolution driven by the growing green technologies sector in Teesside.
Exhibition
Seaham
2025 marks the 25th anniversary of the founding of EDAN. We would like to mark this with an exhibition that shows both the range of work that we are currently undertaking and also something of our history.
Children/Family events
Shildon
Head down to Locomotion for a summer of fun. Locomotion’s Summer Celebration returns to Shildon from 19 July – 31 August and the programme includes steam rides, a pop-up beach, Flying Scotsman and a rolling programme of activities
Family Fun
Staindrop
This summer, embark on a thrilling journey down the rabbit hole.
Children/Family events
Staindrop
Raby Castle, Park and Gardens is encouraging families to journey down the rabbit hole this summer with an Alice in Wonderland inspired takeover of the castle grounds.
Children/Family events
Beamish
This summer, step back in time and make unforgettable memories at Beamish Museum! Our summer of fun is packed with exciting activities for all ages.
Children/Family events
Durham
Bringing history to life this summer with crafts, storytelling and mini-tours.
Children/Family events
Murton
Join us for a spellbinding adventure this July and August as The Hole in Wand brings a touch of enchantment to Dalton Park with their Summer of Magic. Across selected dates, enjoy magical live magician performances and face painting for little…
Family Fun
Barnard Castle
Embark on playful bug hunt to spot artworks around the museum that feature insects, vibrant colours and striking patterns. This interactive session invites curious explorers to engage their senses and uncover how nature has inspired artist and…
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