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In Concert at The Bowes Museum
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Concert
Barnard Castle
Enjoy unforgettable evenings of live music in the beautiful Jubilee Room at The Bowes Museum.
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- 9 Oct 2026to10 Oct 2026
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- 17 Oct 2026
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- 23 Oct 2026to25 Oct 2026
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- 4 Dec 2026to5 Dec 2026
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 -
Durham University Jazz Society - Jazz Jam - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Durham University Jazz Society brings together some of the city’s most exciting young musicians for free performances, jam sessions and collaborations, where people can bring instruments and join in.
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 20:00 -
Bowie By Candlelight - Durham Cathedral
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Concert
Durham City
We are delighted to bring you Bowie by Candlelight, featuring 'David Live' The David Bowie Tribute Show. An incredible night of Bowie anthems including Let's Dance, Starman, Life on Mars, Rebel Rebel and more, performed by candlelight.
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- 16 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 22:15
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 -
After Dark - The Light
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Arts & Crafts
Aykley Heads, Durham
Art. Music. Drinks. Late. First Friday every month starting 2 October 2026.
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- 2 Oct 2026to4 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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
Country Christmas - An evening with Ellie Caile
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Christmas and New Year
Chester le Street
Join us for a festive evening of great food and live entertainment at Country Christmas. Enjoy a delicious two-course meal, followed by live music from Ellie Caile, performing country favourites and festive hits to get you in the Christmas spirit.
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- 4 Dec 2026Open 18:30 -
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 -
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
A Christmas Carol with Alfie Joey - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Children/Family events
Bearpark, Durham
This December, feel the chill of Christmas past, the urgency of the present, and the hope of a future redeemed as Alfie Joe, performs his own solo version of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens; a timeless tale, told like you’ve never seen it…
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- 6 Dec 2026
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
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 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 -
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
Zoe Gilby & Andy Champion - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Winner of Parliamentary Jazz Awards Jazz Vocalist Of The Year 2019, Zoë has teamed up with her husband, the innovative and powerful double bassist Andy Champion for a voice and double bass duo. This exceptional pairing creates an electrifying…
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
St Catherine's Child in Concert at The Bowes Museum
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Concert
Barnard Castle
The Bowes Museum is delighted to welcome back emerging artist Ilana Zsigmond, AKA St Catherine's Child, for her second live performance in the beautiful setting of the Jubilee Room. Don't miss this chance to experience an evocative evening of…
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- 10 Oct 2026Open 18:30 -
Dean Stockdale Quartet: Celebrating Oscar Peterson - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
Bold, modern jazz led by one of the North East’s most exciting pianists. Expect soaring improvisation, tight interplay and fresh, contemporary energy.
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- 25 Oct 2026Open 13:00 -
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
Brass and Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour - Durham Cathedral
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Festive Event
Durham
This isn’t just a collection of Christmas music – it’s a celebration of the season’s full emotional range. Joy, wonder, reflection, play. Big bold choruses and quiet, candlelit moments. Music that lets you sing along one minute and stop to breathe…
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- 27 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
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