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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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Children/Family events
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!
Theatre
Owengate, Durham City
After a smashing run at the Durham Fringe in 2024, Spontaneous Wrecks present... The Improvised Fringe Show!
Performance
Owengate, Durham City
Molly Knox and Freya Cook present: 'Finding Poetry' is a intriguing hour of spoken word exploring the different ways poetry unexpectedly weaves itself into people’s lives.
Music Event
Durham City
Featuring Suite Number One in G Major by JS Bach and personal comedic pieces crafted in Idiot classes.
Comedy
Durham City
This wordless show is an invitation to reflect on the place of nature and technology in our lives and the importance of preserving our humanity.
Music Event
Owengate, Durham City
An exhilarating show for all lovers of music and poetry.
Theatre
6 Back Silver Street, Durham City
Award-winning Rational Madness Theatre presents Paul Levy's unique and disturbing solo theatre examination of Life after Near Death.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Sing, Sign & Sensory are a series of sensory performative workshops created for babies (0-24 months) and young sensory seekers.
Theatre
Durham
It's twenty years after the wedding. Cinderella has filed for divorce. The Slipper has shattered! What's a Prince to do? A brand new comedy by celebrated playwright Annie Lux.
Theatre
Durham
The year is 1916. Drawn from two years of Sussex retirement for the funeral of his friend, Dr Watson, Holmes returns to Baker Street to resolve ‘the last act’ of his epic career.
Comedy
Owengate, Durham City
A comic tour of the medieval world with daft professor of medieval studies Luke Connell and his games, props and songs.
Performance
Owengate, Durham City
If there's one thing to say about Lizzie Lovejoy, it's that they're a right Gobby Lass! Join them at Durham Fringe Festival for a spoken word celebration of the North East, filled with local stories, humour and a little bit of Northern dialect…
Lecture
Barnard Castle
Explore Joséphine Bowes' journey as a collector, focusing on her passion for ceramics in this insightful talk by Curator of Fine Art and Design, Dr. Howard Coutts.
Concert
Durham
Prepare for an unforgettable evening of music as the sensational Ella Henderson takes centre stage at the historic Durham Cathedral, as part of this year's Live at the Cathedral concert series.
Theatre
Durham City
Step into the spotlight with the stars of tomorrow! Join us for an electrifying showcase from the talented Performing Arts students of New College Durham's Class of 2025
Comedy
Owengate, Durham City
Fresh from performing at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Durham Fringe regular and 2023 Leicester Comedy Award Nominee Adele Cliff returns to examine lying, honesty and consequences. The many time Joke of the Fringe nominee, double…
Fete / Fair
Durham
Three-Day Summer Craft Fair at Brancepeth Castle (25–27 July 2025): Explore over 70 indoor and outdoor craft stalls, offering unique handmade creations like art, pottery, ironwork, woodwork, jewellery, textiles, garden plants, and more. Try craft…
Theatre
Durham City
Welcome to the Bureau's Secret One-To-One Surveillance Branch, where every person on earth is keenly surveyed by an FBI Agent! In this musical comedy, ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ meets espionage and bureaucracy, as two FBI agents help their awkward…
Music Event
Newton Aycliffe
We're thrilled to announce that Ayclive Festival is back for its third year, bigger and better than ever! By popular demand, we're expanding to a two-day event, taking place on Friday 25th July and Saturday 26th July 2025.
Theatre
Durham City
Ellie’s world shatters when her partner runs off with her closest friend. As she spirals, unexpected counsellors emerge from her past, leading her on a wild journey of self-discovery. But as the thrill of surrender takes hold, the line between…
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