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Tom Waits for No Man - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Tom Waits for No Man is a heartfelt celebration of the music of Tom Waits, with vocalist Lindsay Hannon and an acclaimed North East ensemble bringing fresh arrangements, atmosphere and emotion to songs from across his legendary catalogue.
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 17:00 -
Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers LIVE with EverReady Band - Empire Consett
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Family Fun
Consett
EverReady Band is bringing the award-winning Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers LIVE to Empire Consett this October!
Join one of the UK’s most celebrated brass bands for an unforgettable afternoon of live music, laughter and cinematic magic.Dates
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 14:30 -
Juan Martín In Concert - The Bowes Museum
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Concert
Barnard Castle
Following two successful shows in 2025, The Bowes Museum is excited to welcome back world-renowned flamenco guitarist, Juan Martín.
Hailed as one of the greatest exponents of flamenco guitar, Martín has captivated audiences across the globe with his…Dates
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- 23 Oct 2026to24 Oct 2026Open 18:30 - 21:30
Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay - Durham Cathedral
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Concert
Durham
Discover the music of Coldplay at Durham Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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- 20 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
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
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 -
Martin Taylor in Concert - The Bowes Museum
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Concert
Barnard Castle
Experience an unforgettable evening of live music as multi-award-winning guitarist Martin Taylor MBE performs in the intimate setting of The Bowes Museum's Jubilee Room.
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- 17 Oct 2026Open 18:30 -
Britain's Got Talent finalist Jean Martyn at the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ
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Music Event
Howden le Wear, Crook
Britain's Got Talent finalist JEAN MARTYN play a concert of light classical and popular music at the mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ.
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 14:30 - 17:00
Durham University Jazz Society: An Evening of Standards - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Durham University Jazz Society presents its annual Evening of Standards, showcasing some of the university’s finest young jazz musicians performing classic jazz favourites in an intimate live setting.
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 17:30 -
SULA - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
SULA are a London-based trio bringing fresh energy to the UK jazz scene, with expressive improvisation, sharp interplay and a bold contemporary sound. Featuring Miranda Radford, Aleks Dimitrova and Kezia Abuoma, this rising Tomorrow’s Warriors group…
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 14:00 -
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 -
Janette Mason ReWired - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Janette Mason brings her acclaimed trio project ReWired to Durham Jazz Festival, reimagining classic and contemporary songs through bold, inventive jazz arrangements full of groove, creativity and energy.
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 16:30 -
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 -
John Kearns - Tilting At Windmills - Gala Durham
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Comedy
Durham
Tilting at Windmills is the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, John Kearns.
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- 22 Oct 2026Open 19:30 -
Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Old Cinema Launderette in Gilesgate,
The 2026 Durham Jazz Festival will run from Friday 23rd October through to Sunday 25th October.
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- 23 Oct 2026to25 Oct 2026
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 -
Maja Bugge and Dave Evans - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Maja Bugge blends jazz, improvisation and contemporary composition in atmospheric and deeply personal performances alongside acclaimed pianist Dave Evans.
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- 23 Oct 2026Open 19:00 -
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 -
Double Bill – Olivia Cuttill Quintet / King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Double Bill: King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys and Olivia Cuttill is presented by Durham Jazz Festival in association with Durham Brass Festival. Olivia Cuttill is an award-winning London-based Jazz trumpet player, composer and lyricist and will be…
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 20:00 - 22:30
The Big Christmas Sing A-Long with Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong - Durham Cathedral
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Christmas and New Year
Durham
Get ready to lift your voices and celebrate the festive season as The Big Christmas Sing-a-Long embarks on its debut UK tour in November and December 2026. Starring much-loved performers and presenters Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong, this…
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- 2 Dec 2026Open 19:30 -
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