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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 -
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 -
70s Disco Divas - Daytime Christmas Party
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Christmas and New Year
Carville, Durham
A dazzling, high-energy spectacular celebrating the legendary women who defined the golden era of disco. Packed with glittering costumes, powerhouse vocals and iconic feel-good anthems, this vibrant production promises a day of pure glamour,…
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- 10 Dec 2026Open 11:30 - 16:00
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- 16 Dec 2026Open 11:30 - 16:00
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
Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral
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Concert
Durham City
Scouting For Girls will be performing their greatest hits live in Durham Cathedral.
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- 29 Oct 2026Open 19:45 - 22:00
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
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
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
Disco, Dice & Drive ~ Immersive Christmas Party Night
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Christmas and New Year
Carville, Durham
Where Christmas parties get a serious upgrade. Think disco vibes, casino thrills, competitive racing action and Insta-worthy 360° moments – all wrapped into one electric night. Win festive prizes, challenge your friends and dance into the early…
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- 5 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
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- 12 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
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 -
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 -
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
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
A Christmas Carol with Alfie Joey
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Christmas and New Year
Durham
This winter, feel the chill of Christmas past, the urgency of the present, and the hope of a future redeemed as Alfie Joey, performs his own solo version of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens; a timeless tale, told like you’ve never seen it before.
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- 29 Nov 2026Open 14:30 - 16:00
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
OUTRI - Durham Jazz Festival
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Festival
Durham
OUTRI is the solo bass project of North-East musician Ian ‘dodge’ Paterson, blending jazz, folk, electronica and found sound into atmospheric live-looped pieces. Expect organic shifting textures, rich harmonies and glitchy cinematic detail, all…
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- 24 Oct 2026Open 16:00 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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