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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 Autumn at Ushaw, see a touring exhibition of prints inspired by the writing of Lafcadio Hearn’s Kwaidan book of Japanese ghost stories. Perfect for spooky season!
Workshop
Durham City
An introduction to making simple book forms with artist Maggie Hickman Smith
Historical
Staindrop
Raby's hugely popular tour commemorating the castle's historic links with royalty returns for 2025. Beginning with Raby's origins as a manor belonging to King Canute in the early 11th century, we will guide you through almost 1,000 years of Raby's…
Wellness Event
Seaham Harbour Marina, Seaham
Are you an early bird? Do you like the feeling of being up and about before the rest of the world? Then join first thing on a morning to watch the sun come up on a new day, feel t
Outdoor Adventure Activities
Seaham Harbour Marina, Seaham
This is a Yoga and SUP session in collaboration with Hotpod Yoga Sunderland and ourselves, Adventure Access.
Workshop
Bargate Bank, Lanchester
Autumn workshop. Make a beautiful set of seaside scented wax melt decorations with Bobella Co!
Children/Family events
Durham
Join Curious Arts at Ushaw for Mini Pride on Sunday 7 September, for a celebration of everything that’s unique and wonderful about families!
Music Event
Beamish
Come and join The Cloth Cappers in The Band Hall in the Pit Village. Featuring songs, tunes and dancing our musicians will be providing entertainment to suit all tastes with lively chorus songs and some high quality folk music between 12pm - 3pm.
Children/Family events
Beamish
Our next Home Educators’ Day takes place on Tuesday, 9th September 2025. There are a range of bookable workshops and drop-in activities for you to try during your visit.
Talks
Durham
Join us for a series of free talks on the history and legacy of Magna Carta.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Redworth, Newton Aycliffe
No matter your wedding dreams or style, Redworth Hall Hotel is dedicated to making every detail of your wedding day exactly as you’ve imagined. As one of the most romantic wedding venues in County Durham, we offer the perfect setting for your…
Walking Event
Durham City
Come and enjoy free history tours of Durham Market Hall, hosted by local historian and archivist, David Butler.
Local Events
Merryoaks, Durham
Merryoaks Community Hall is hosting a friendly and welcoming Companionship Cafe especially for people living with dementia, along with their friends, family members, and carers.
Concert
The College, Durham
Re-Take That is the ultimate Take That party night, bringing the world’s biggest boy band’s greatest hits to life – live on stage.
Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,000 local people and organisations, and thousands of volunteers.
Murder Mystery
Chester le Street
Renowned explorer Digger Jones has just returned from his most daring expedition yet—bringing with him the largest diamond ever discovered.
Heritage Open Days
Durham City
Between the train and the bus stations, a landmark in the Durham City Conservation Area, St. Godric's Grade II listed church was designed by Edward Pugin. Opened in 1864 it has beautiful examples of Victorian stained glass and a fine high altar.
Heritage Open Days
Middleton in Teesdale
Visit the hidden gem of the Fitzhugh Library and its collection of photographs, books and documents concerning the County Palatine of Durham and the ecclesiastical parish of Romaldkirk. It contains over 70,000 items. Special Exhibition for S&D200.
Heritage Open Days
Durham City
One of Durham’s best kept secrets, the Town Hall has been a centre of life in this historic city for more than 650 years. Join us for talks and activities including talks from the current Mayor, the Mayor's Bodyguard and the Durham City Freemen.
Heritage Open Days
Durham City
Visit this simple, peaceful church to rest a while or to see the stunning window by the world-famous Irish stained glass artist Harry Clarke or works by renowned local sculptor Fenwick Lawson.
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