What’s On

Welcome to your guide to what's on in Durham.

The majority of events due to take place in 2020 have been moved online, cancelled or re-scheduled to next year due to the Coronavirus pandemic. We will aim to keep information up to date on these pages, but if you do see an event listed as still taking place, we strongly advise that you contact the venue beforehand.

Durham is home to world-class events including the bi-annual Lumiere Durham, the UK’s largest light festival, and the epic outdoor live action show Kynren. Every week you’ll find something new to enjoy. Catch a show at The Gala Theatre in Durham City or The Witham in Barnard Castle. And time your visit so you don’t miss one of the county’s top events including the T20 Vitality Blast cricket tournament, Bishop Auckland Food Festival and Wolsingham Agricultural Show.

Not to be missed in 2020 - top acts return to the Emirates Riverside in Chester-le-Street for a series of summer concerts including Little Mix, Westlife and Michael Buble. Tickets on sale now! 

Whether it’s a food festival getting your taste buds tingling, music or dance getting your toes tapping, drama putting you on the edge of your seat, an exhibition that opens your eyes, a heritage event bringing the past to life or a festival that lets you get back to nature – you’re certain to have an eventful time in Durham.

Find out what’s not to be missed on your visit to Durham with our list of Top 10 Events.