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Colpitts Poetry Live: Donald Jenkins & Born Lippy; Patience Ezinwoke
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Music Event
Durham
Colpitts begins a new season with a double bill – a takeover from Donald Jenkins & Born Lippy and a set by Tees Valley based Nigerian poet Patience Ezinwoke.
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- 22 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
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 -
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 -
There’s A Monster In Your Show - Gala Durham
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October Half Term
Durham
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series comes to Durham in a brand-new musical show.
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- 28 Oct 2026to30 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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
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 -
Jazz Noël: The Christmas Sessions
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Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Jazz Noël is all about bringing people together through the warmth and joy of live music during the festive season. Blending well-loved Christmas tunes made famous by legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Nat King Cole with fresh, modern…
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- 3 Dec 2026Open 19:30 -
Festive Afternoon Tea with The Musetta's
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Christmas and New Year
Chester le Street
A festive afternoon tea accompanied by the beautiful sounds of The Musetta's Carol Singers. Relax with delicious seasonal treats and soak up the Christmas atmosphere as classic carols and Yuletide favourites fill the room.
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- 4 Dec 2026Open 12:00 -
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- 11 Dec 2026Open 12:00 -
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- 18 Dec 2026Open 12:00 -
Tom Atkinson’s Electric Miles: Celebrating Jack Johnson - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Tom Atkinson’s Electric Miles celebrates the centenary of Miles Davis with a powerful tribute to his groundbreaking electric jazz era, revisiting music from the iconic Tribute to Jack Johnson and beyond.
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 14:00 -
SwanNek (Support Jacob Egglestone) - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
SwanNek are a Newcastle-based contemporary jazz collective creating bold, emotionally charged music that blends jazz with a wide range of modern influences.
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- 23 Oct 2026Open 21:00 -
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.
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- 5 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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 -
Marvin Muoneké Quartet - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Marvin Muoneké is one of the UK’s rising jazz stars, known for his rich, smooth vocals and charismatic stage presence. Blending the timeless sounds of classic jazz with modern energy, Marvin brings elegance, storytelling and big band spirit to every…
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 16:00 -
Tom Hingley of Inspiral Carpets (Acoustic Solo Show)
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Music Event
Barnard Castle
Tom Hingley is an accomplished singer songwriter and guitarist , best known as the Ex lead singer with Manchester’s finest Inspiral Carpets, he sang on all the bands hits and was present at the height of their success.
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- 27 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
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 -
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
Live Music at Crook Hall Gardens - Crook Hall Gardens
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Music Event
Durham
Local musicians make a visit extra special.
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- 19 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
D’Ukes of Scarth – The Ukulele Christmas Sessions
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Christmas and New Year
Barnard Castle
Come along to The Witham and enjoy a fun filled afternoon of ukulele music with the D’Ukes of Scarth. Something for everyone – songs to join in with, songs to listen to, songs old, new and Christmassy.
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- 19 Dec 2026Open 14:00 -
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
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 -
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