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DAY Fever 70s Daytime Christmas Party
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Christmas and New Year
Carville, Durham
The UK's best 70s disco tribute party band! A non stop irresistible and iconic day of all the greatest hits from the golden era of disco. Bursting with personality and guaranteed to deliver the perfect party atmosphere. Their irresistible set list…
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 11:30 - 16:00
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- 12 Dec 2026Open 11:30 - 16:00
The Ultimate DJ & Sax Christmas Party - Afterglow
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Christmas and New Year
Carville, Durham
Glow up your Christmas celebration with a high-impact night of music, movement and mesmerising entertainment. Be welcomed by glamorous stilt walkers, then lose yourself in the infectious beats of our live DJ and sax sensation as they take the party…
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- 4 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
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- 11 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
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- 19 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club presents: The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Part of Durham Jazz Festival (with Polly Gibbons). The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars are the ‘house’ band at Ronnie Scott’s and have been playing at the club since 2007. The quintet features a vocalist and a saxophonist alongside a trio comprising of…
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- 23 Oct 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
The Hound of the Baskervilles - The City Theatre
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Theatre
Back Silver Street, Durham
A reduced cast production of this classic tale.
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- 22 Nov 2026Open 14:30 -
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- 23 Nov 2026to27 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
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- 28 Nov 2026Open 14:30 -
Vasilis Xenopoulos/Paul Edis Quartet – A Place Called Home - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Vasilis Xenopoulos and Paul Edis reunite with a world-class quartet performance blending lyrical interplay, virtuoso musicianship and deep roots in the jazz tradition.
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 16:00 -
Jo Harrop – ‘Love Now, Pay Later’ Hometown Album Launch - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Jo Harrop brings an intimate and deeply expressive performance blending timeless standards with music from her critically acclaimed albums, alongside guitarist Jamie McCredie and pianist Paul Edis.
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 14:00 -
A Night with Lynas & Bloom
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Christmas and New Year
Durham
Arrive in style from 7pm and kick off the evening with handcrafted cocktails in our exclusive pre-event bar, setting the perfect festive mood before being seated from 7.30pm for a delicious 3-course Christmas dinner. As the night unfolds, lose…
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- 18 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:55
DULOG: Shrek The Musical - Gala Durham
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Theatre
Durham
Shrek the Musical comes to Gala Durham in this hilarious and heartwarming stage spectacular, presented by Durham University’s biggest musical theatre company, DULOG.
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- 26 Jan 2027to30 Jan 2027Various Opening Times
Crown Ballet: The Nutcracker - Empire Consett
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Christmas and New Year
Consett
The beloved Christmas classic returns! After last year’s acclaimed tour, Crown Ballet® brings back its dazzling production of The Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky’s timeless masterpiece.
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- 14 Nov 2026Open 14:30 -
Nerina Pallott in Concert at The Bowes Museum
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Concert
Barnard Castle
Enjoy an unforgettable evening with critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot at The Bowes Museum this December.
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- 4 Dec 2026to5 Dec 2026Open 18:30 -
The Pete Roth Trio Featuring Bill Bruford - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
The Pete Roth Trio brings together guitarist Pete Roth, bassist Mike Pratt and legendary drummer Bill Bruford for an adventurous and deeply interactive blend of jazz, improvisation and contemporary influences.
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 17:30 -
The Snowman with Live Orchestra - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Christmas and New Year
Bearpark, Durham
Step into the wonder of the season with a heartwarming performance of The Snowman — perfect for all ages. Enjoy a live orchestral accompaniment by the Durham Music Youth Orchestra as they bring the beloved animated film to life, complete with the…
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- 12 Dec 2026
Seb Rochford and Finding Ways - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Seb Rochford is one of the most inventive figures in contemporary British jazz, bringing his powerful new project Finding Ways to Durham Jazz Festival with a bold blend of experimental grooves and raw improvisation.
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 15:00 -
Forget Me Notes Christmas Concert - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Christmas and New Year
Bearpark, Durham
You’re warmly invited to an inclusive, fun and family-friendly afternoon of Christmas music on Saturday 5 December, set in the stunning surroundings of St Cuthbert’s Chapel. This special event will showcase Ushaw’s much-loved dementia-friendly…
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- 5 Dec 2026
Dance Anthems Christmas Disco Party Night
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Christmas and New Year
Carville, Durham
Get ready for an unforgettable night! Our resident DJ will be spinning the hottest anthems, the best beats & non-stop fun all night!
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- 3 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
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- 6 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
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- 10 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
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- 16 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
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- 27 Dec 2026to28 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
Christmas Glam Rock Night with Micky Glam
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Christmas and New Year
Stanley
Get ready to sparkle, shine, and rock around the Christmas tree at our unforgettable Christmas Glam Rock Night with the incredible Micky Glam. Step back into the glittering world of the ’70s with iconic hits from T.Rex, Mud, Wizzard, Slade and more.…
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- 11 Dec 2026Open 19:00 -
Beamish Folk - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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Music Event
Beamish
Beamish Folk is a new folk music session taking place on the second Sunday of each month in our 1900s Pit Village band hall, 11.30am-1.30pm.
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- 8 Nov 2026Open 11:30 - 13:30
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- 13 Dec 2026Open 11:30 - 13:30
Knats - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Knats are a Newcastle-born quintet blending sophisticated arrangements, strong melodies and groove-driven modern jazz, earning acclaim through sold out shows and a critically praised debut album.
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 21:00 -
Rivkala - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Rivkala blends jazz, soul, funk and klezmer into a theatrical cabaret experience filled with sharp wit, powerful vocals and infectious energy.
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 18:00 -
Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn
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Music Event
Stanley
Sit with us and enjoy live music every Friday, where we welcome a brilliant mix of local musicians from all across the North East to our cosy indoor bar - with a roaring log-burning fire.
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- 14 Nov 2025to11 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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