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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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  1. Jonny, lead singer of Sham Fender, and a band member performing to an audience.

    Add The Sham Fender Experience at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    The Sham Fender Experience at South Causey Inn

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    Music Event

    Stanley

    Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music, incredible energy, and all the anthems you know and love. The Sham Fender Experience is coming to South Causey Inn, bringing the electrifying sound of Sam Fender to life in a show that feels just…

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    16 Jan 2026Open 19:00 -
    More info for The Sham Fender Experience at South Causey Inn
  2. Close up view of people playing brass instruments.

    Add Friends Christmas Concert to your Itinerary

    Friends Christmas Concert

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham City

    Durham Cathedral Young Singers, North East Rock Choir and Consett Citadel Salvation Army Band are back to perform festive favourites.

    Dates

    From:
    11 Dec 2025Open 19:30 -
    More info for Friends Christmas Concert
  3. Pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith.

    Add Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral

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    Music Event

    Durham

    Step into the tranquil glow of candlelight and enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical music in the stunning surroundings of Durham Cathedral.

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    From:
    20 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral
  4. Fairylights over South causey Inn

    Add Live Tribute of George Michael at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Live Tribute of George Michael at South Causey Inn

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    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    An Unmissable Tribute Night at South Causey Inn...

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    22 Dec 2025Open 19:00 -
    More info for Live Tribute of George Michael at South Causey Inn
  5. Cartoon image of a group of people sitting around a table playing musical instruments

    Add Folk at the Hearth - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    Folk at the Hearth - The Auckland Project

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    Music Event

    Bishop Auckland

    Join us for a monthly evening of traditional tunes, songs, and easy-going community spirit. Hosted by renowned local musician Paul Martin (aka ‘The Dunholm Piper’) with special guest players, these sessions bring people together through…

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    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

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    From:
    1 Aug 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Folk at the Hearth - The Auckland Project
  6. A performance at Durham Cathedral

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    Verdi "Requiem"

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    Music Event

    Durham City

    With over 250 musicians and conducted by the celebrated Tim Burke (Musical Director of the Royal Northern Sinfonia Chorus and Tête à Tête Opera), this performance promises to be a true highlight of the musical year.

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    From:
    30 Jan 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
    More info for Verdi "Requiem"
  7. A selection of disco glitter balls

    Add Decades Disco at Beamish Hall Hotel to your Itinerary

    Decades Disco at Beamish Hall Hotel

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    Christmas and New Year

    Beamish

    Put on your dancing shoes and party the night away to classics from the 80s, 90s and noughties.

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    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 19:00 -
    From:
    19 Dec 2025Open 19:00 -
    More info for Decades Disco at Beamish Hall Hotel
  8. Turkey and Tinsel written in gold

    Add Turkey & Tinsel - Party Night to your Itinerary

    Turkey & Tinsel - Party Night

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    Christmas and New Year

    West Auckland

    Join us in The Knights Hall for our Retro Christmas Celebration.

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    From:
    5 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    From:
    12 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    More info for Turkey & Tinsel - Party Night
  9. Buble and Bubbles poster with image of Michael Buble and tribute act Alex Hall

    Add Bublé & Bubbles - Party Night to your Itinerary

    Bublé & Bubbles - Party Night

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    Christmas and New Year

    West Auckland

    Join Alex Hall as he swoons the night away with a tribute to Michael Buble.

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    19 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    More info for Bublé & Bubbles - Party Night
  10. Close-up of Jodie Fitzgibbon performing

    Add Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    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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    From:
    14 Nov 2025to11 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn
  11. The organ in St Peter's Chapel  at Auckland Palace

    Add Organ Recital Series at Auckland Palace to your Itinerary

    Organ Recital Series at Auckland Palace

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    Music Event

    Bishop Auckland

    The popular Organ Recital Series returns to St Peter’s Chapel.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 13:00 - 14:00
    More info for Organ Recital Series at Auckland Palace
  12. Snowman animation on the big screen with a live orchestra.

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    The Snowman with Live Orchestra

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Step into the wonder of the season with a heartwarming performance of The Snowman — perfect for all ages.

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    From:
    13 Dec 2025
    More info for The Snowman with Live Orchestra
  13. A violin and sheet music with Christmas decorations

    Add Vivaldi - Four Seasons at Christmas to your Itinerary

    Vivaldi - Four Seasons at Christmas

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham City

    Celebrate the season with Vivaldi's iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, brought to life as you've never heard it before.

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    29 Dec 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
    More info for Vivaldi - Four Seasons at Christmas
  14. Cartoon image of the performance area with a stage, trees, hills and a yellow aeroplane with a banner with wording Derwent Fest!

    Add Derwent Fest 2026 to your Itinerary

    Derwent Fest 2026

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    Festival

    Edmundbyers

    A weekend festival of live tribute music, food and drink, and children’s activities and entertainment, set in a stunning location, not far from you. Bring all the family, including the dog, and enjoy some fun, quality time together.

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    Derwent Waterside Park, Shotley Bridge

    Dates

    From:
    14 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
    More info for Derwent Fest 2026
  15. Christmas Choir performing at South Causey Inn.

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    Christmas Choir at South Causey Inn

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    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    A wonderful Christmas Event for all the family...Step into a winter wonderland this festive season and join us at South Causey Inn for a truly heart-warming Christmas Carol Event.

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    From:
    10 Dec 2025Open 19:00 -
    From:
    15 Dec 2025Open 19:00 -
    More info for Christmas Choir at South Causey Inn
  16. Nerina Pallot playing the piano

    Add Nerina Pallot All Roads Lead To at The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Nerina Pallot All Roads Lead To at The Bowes Museum

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    Music Event

    Barnard Castle

    A spellbinding live performer and multi-instrumentalist, Pallot’s shows are never the same twice.

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    From:
    5 Dec 2025to6 Dec 2025Open 19:30 -
    More info for Nerina Pallot All Roads Lead To at The Bowes Museum
  17. Glitz & Glam - Party Night

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    Glitz & Glam - Party Night

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    Christmas and New Year

    West Auckland

    Dress to impress as you join us in the Knights Hall to celebrate the festive season in style.

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    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    More info for Glitz & Glam - Party Night
  18. Ushaw Chapel decorated  with two Christmas Trees

    Add Christmas Service with Ushaw Chapel Choir to your Itinerary

    Christmas Service with Ushaw Chapel Choir

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Join us for our Christmas Service — a festive and welcoming gathering filled with music, reflection, and community spirit.

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    From:
    14 Dec 2025Open 14:00 -
    More info for Christmas Service with Ushaw Chapel Choir
  19. Event information with an image of Frankie Mack.

    Add Frankie Mack - Singer & Showman to your Itinerary

    Frankie Mack - Singer & Showman

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    Music Event

    Peterlee

    If you've holidayed in Tenerife, you've probably seen Frankie Mack live… now catch him one night only at The Peterlee Pavilion!

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    From:
    25 Apr 2026Open 14:00 - 19:00
    More info for Frankie Mack - Singer & Showman
  20. Poster advertising 80s Silent Disco evening at Durham Cathedral

    Add 80s Silent Disco in Durham Cathedral - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    80s Silent Disco in Durham Cathedral - Durham Cathedral

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    Children/Family events

    Durham City

    Expect 3 epic DJs playing all your favourite 80s tunes in the stunning, illuminated surroundings of Durham Cathedral.

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    From:
    16 Jan 2026Open 19:00 -
    More info for 80s Silent Disco in Durham Cathedral - Durham Cathedral
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