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Embrace your love of music with an array of exciting festivals, performances and events happening across Durham this year.
See big name acts, exciting new bands and up and coming local artists at iconic venues across the county. From intimate gigs and street parties to fabulous festivals and stadium tours. A visit to Durham is guaranteed to get your toes tapping!
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Concert
Durham
Durham Choral Society and Orchestra present a programme of music that evokes night-time from Dusk 'til Dawn.
Festival
Stanhope
Stanhope Weekender is a live music event in the heart of Stanhope, Weardale.
Festival
Durham
An eclectic, vibrant and colourful celebration of brass music in all its forms – artistically excellent, rooted in our communities, and welcoming to everyone.
Charity event/Fundraiser
Barnard Castle
Enjoy great music from films, shows and popular culture with St Mary's Community Orchestra alongside singers from the Community Choir.
Festival
Sedgefield
Hardwick Festival returns on 16th to 18th August 2024. Artists already confirmed include Beck Hill, Snow Patrol and Richard Ashcroft.
Concert
Barnard Castle
Vocals and piano tour. Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane formed Hue and Cry in the 80's and the duo made a huge impact with the release of their debut album 'Seduced and Abandoned' (1987).
Concert
Durham
Hear British soul singer Heather Small (the voice of M People) perform at Durham Cathedral this April.
Music Event
Stanley
Likened to an 'up-tempo Mazzy Star', Phoebe Bridgers and First Aid Kit.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Celebrate the music of George Michael and Wham! with the acclaimed Steve Mitchell and his wonderful solo show.
Festival
Edmundbyers
Derwent Fest is back for 2024, from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th August.
Derwent Waterside Park, Shotley Bridge
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Led by front man John O'Connell, the 4-piece band delivers a tribute to Bob Dylan.
Music Event
Durham
A night of songs and stories laced with North East humour and humanity with Lindisfarne singer and songwriter Billy Mitchell, War Horse Songman Bob Fox, Master of Tyneside song Benny Graham and award-winning songwriter Jez Lowe.
Music Event
Blanchland
Join us for our last garden gig of they year! making it to the quarter-finals of The Voice UK, and supporting Scouting for Girls, this act is not to be missed. Kick off your shoes and relax in our garden from 3pm until 5pm.
Festival
Crook
Appearing at this year's one day only festival we have: Bon Jovi Forver, Artic Monkeys tribute Mardy Bums, AC/DC-UK, C-Collective, Born Villians, Revolver, Micky Glamz, Jay R Mad for Ska, ABBA Gold, Eli + more. There are 3 large marquees, also bars…
Concert
Barnard Castle
They are one of Ireland's all-time most acclaimed and influential middle of the road, folk and traditional bands
Music Event
Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland Choral Society is pleased to be a part of the 750th anniversary of the founding of St Andrew's Church at South Church, Bishop Auckland. As part of the celebration the choir will present a concert titled Choral Music Through the Ages…
Music Event
Seaham
Drumming has been practiced for many thousands of years as a way to communicate, share experience, and build community.
Concert
Durham
Simon & Garfunkel: Through the Years is the most authentic sounding concert to the unforgettable music of Simon & Garfunkel. Made up of Dan Haynes & Pete Richards, Bookends have toured the globe extensively with their concerts being described as…
Music Event
Blanchland
Faye is a firm favourite at the Lord Crewe, with an extremely varied repertoire spanning from the 60s to modern day charts, she is sure to cater for all tastes of music. Kick off your shoes and relax in our garden from 3pm until 5pm.
Festival
Newton Aycliffe
A family friendly live music festival taking place on Saturday 27th July 2024 at OakLeaf Sports Complex.
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