Cinema, Theatre & Music Events
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Cinema, Theatre & Music Events
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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 -
Heritage Open Days - "Mighty" Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ
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Heritage Open Days
Howden Le Wear, Crook
See & hear the North East's only 'Mighty Wurlitzer' theatre pipe organ (one of UK's largest). The theatre organ was part of the 'Everyday History' of our society last century - find how it was used & look inside the workings of this amazing machine!
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- 19 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Eagles By Candlelight - Durham Cathedral
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Concert
Durham City
Featuring a spellbinding cast of West End singers and incredible live band, Take It Easy and join us at the Hotel California for an unforgettable evening of Eagles hits, as you've never heard them before!
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- 15 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 22:15
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 -
Shooglenifty; Rioghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet - Durham Folk Festival
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Heritage
Durham
Shooglenifty have blazed a trail that many other top Scottish traditional bands have followed, but they are still the original and best. They will have you on your feet with their electric new tunes and a full-on set of old favourites.
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
Sounds Historical - What A Wonderful World! - The Witham
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Concert
Barnard Castle
Music from the 16th, 17th & 18th Century inspired by Awe and Wonder. Presented by the multi-grant-winning early music ensemble Sounds Historical
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- 6 Sept 2026Open 13:30 -
Don't Mourn: Organise - Durham Folk Festival
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Festival
Flass Street, Durham
A live tribute to one of America's most prolific and influential musical troubadours. Joe Hill was an activist, musician and a seminal figure of the Labor Movement. His remarkable life and death have provided inspiration for songs and stories for…
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
Opulence at Lumley Castle Hotel
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Music Event
Chester-Le-Street
Lumley Castle Hotel at Chester-le-Street, County Durham, will be the backdrop for Opulence, running on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 September.
While the big-name performers are not being unveiled until later this month, organisers have promised it will…
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- 4 Sept 2026to5 Sept 2026
Open Air Theatre - Illyria - The Pirates of Penzance - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Summer Event
Darlington
Set against the stunning backdrop of Raby Castle, join Illyria Theatre for a lively open-air performance of the much-loved comic opera, The Pirates of Penzance. This family-friendly event is perfect for children of all ages, offering an afternoon of…
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- 21 Aug 2026Open 18:30 -
Welcome to Durham: an hour with The Wilsons - Durham Folk Festival
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Festival
Flass Street, Durham
Our Patrons set the tone for a fantastic weekend with an a capella hour of song at the Pitmen's Parliament.
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
Durham Folk Festival - Redhills Durham Miners Hall
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Festival
Flass Street, Durham City
Join us for our first Durham Folk Festival, 18 - 20 September 2026. The best folk artists in the country, plus pub music sessions, free family events, ceilidhs and more.
Venue
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- 18 Sept 2026to20 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 00:00
Music Session - Holy GrAle - Durham Folk Festival
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Festival
Durham
All instruments welcome!
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
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 -
Folk on the Water: The Tom McConville Band - Durham Folk Festival
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Festival
Durham
A one-hour cruise on the River Wear with a legendary figure of North East music and his band.
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 15:30 - 16:30
Moliere - The Last Laugh - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Theatre
Staindrop
An entertaining evening of wit, storytelling and theatrical imagination at Raby Castle, Park & Gardens.
Venue
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- 19 Sept 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
In Conversation with Pete Atkin - Durham Folk Festival
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Talks
Durham
An hour with a true Renaissance man. Pete will be In Conversation with festival Co-director (and broadcast media enthusiast) Jonny Mohun, featuring sound clips, anecdotes, and insights into a truly fascinating career.
Dates
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- 18 Sept 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
The Snowman: Film with Live Orchestra - Durham Cathedral
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Christmas and New Year
Durham
Make it a Christmas to remember with a special screening of the much-loved film. The Snowman, shown on the big screen with its unforgettable soundtrack performed live by a professional orchestra.
Dates
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- 5 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Fyfe Dangerfield In Concert at The Bowes Museum
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Concert
Barnard Castle
Following a stunning performance at The Bowes Museum last year, enjoy another unforgettable evening with Brit-nominated singer-songwriter Fyfe Dangerfield, best known as the frontman of the critically acclaimed band Guillemots.
Dates
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- 9 Oct 2026Open 18:30 - 21:30
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.
Dates
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- 14 Nov 2025to11 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Mark Harrison - Claypath Delicatessen
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Music Event
Durham City
MARK HARRISON is widely considered one of the most original and interesting blues artists around. His alternative, all-original music has taken him to some iconic venues and festivals in the UK, attracting acclaim wherever he goes. In 2019 he…
Dates
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- 19 Sept 2026Open 18:30 - 21:00
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