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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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Music Event
Barnard Castle
SuRie's own music, taken from her previous studio recordings and the album "Building A Woman", scheduled for release 14th May 2023, as well as covers of songs that inspire her; reworked and re-interpreted in her own inimitable style.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
The legendary ballad singer and guitarist, who has influenced generations of artists including Bob Dylan, joins forces his twice Mercury nominated daughter Eliza Carthy, to perform an eclectic range of songs and tunes from their vast family…
Nature
Dalton le Dale, Murton
Join us for a special Schools Wassail of our Orchards. Wassailing is an ancient tradition for blessing orchards to encourage a good apple harvest. The celebration involves Ivy, music, dance, toast and Wassail Punch Suitable for all age groups, this…
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Fool’s Gold bring their ‘Beat The Drum’ First World War Remembrance Show to The Witham.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Expect a fun filled, audience engaging 2 hour + show of all things Bruce Springsteen. As well as playing all the 'classics' the band also cover songs from Bruce's incredible 'Seeger Sessions' shows which are now becoming an integral part of the…
Concert
Durham
Join us for an incredible night of Abba anthems, performed in the beautiful Durham Cathedral, by candlelight.
Carnival
Spenymoor
The main event will take place on Saturday, 1st July, celebrating the Gala procession through the centre of Spennymoor at 12.30pm, finishing at Victoria Jubilee Park. Family entertainment and activities are provided within the park for the remainder…
Music Event
Beamish
Join us for an afternoon of skiffle music in the 1950s welfare hall! Enjoy our own band, Hop, Skiffle and Jump performing from 12pm until 1pm, followed by our Uke Club from 1.15pm until 2pm where you can develop your ukulele skills.
Music Event
Beamish
Enjoy traditional music in Hetton band hall in The 1900s Pit Village during our popular Singaround Sunday!
Music Event
Durham
Join us for a musical telling of some of the greatest tales and legends ever penned. We begin in the present, with Takashi Yoshimatsu’s White Landscapes, an idyllic portrayal of snow to put you into a state of tranquillity.
Concert
Consett
Jump aboard the midnight train – heaven is a place on Earth called Consett as the greatest end-of-the-night anthems spectacular roars into town.
Festival
Durham
If you’re an SVF regular you’ll know what it’s all about – a festival experience like no other, completely secure for all campers, with a safe, friendly atmosphere for all ages, and full of lovers of great music, who all want to enjoy a cracking…
Concert
Howden-Le-Wear, Crook
Fantastic concert of Mighty Wurlitzer music.
Show / Display
Durham City
The Durham Miners' Gala returns on 8th July 2023.
Carnival
Seaham
This year Seaham Carnival takes place over two days, 15th & 16th July. Fun for all the family, with entertainment, stalls and attractions.
Music Event
Chester-le-Street
Legendary rock band The Who will perform at Seat Unique Riverside on Wednesday 19th July for their UK Tour “The Who Hits Back!”
Music Event
Beamish
Tap your foot along to the sound of brass bands performing at Beamish Museum.
Music Event
Beamish
Come along from 1.30pm until 3pm every Monday afternoon to join in with some traditional music, songs and dance inside Hetton band hall in our 1900s Pit Villag
Concert
Bishop Auckland
Classical concert by young trio featuring piano with violin and cello.
Music Event
Chester le Street
Free live music each and every Friday night at The Lambton Worm! This week we’ve got Jack Mylchreest.
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