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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
Durham City
Celebrate Valentine's night with an unforgettable evening of music in one of Durham's most romantic settings. Step into the timeless beauty of Durham Cathedral, the perfect stage for a night of passion and elegance.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Expect 3 epic DJs playing all your favourite 80s tunes in the stunning, illuminated surroundings of Durham Cathedral.
Christmas and New Year
Market Place, Bishop Auckland
Join us for a magical evening of festive cheer at the historic St Peter’s Chapel, as Revd Dr Chris Knights, Chaplain to the Bishop of Durham, leads a heartwarming carol service filled with seasonal favourites.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
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!
Festival
Durham
BRASS is back in 2026 with a fantastic programme of brass-inspired events coming to Durham from 12 - 19 July.
Concert
Ushaw Moor , Durham
Welcome to listen Durham Singers performing new Easter time music. St Mark Passion is a composition for choir, orchestra and soloists by our favourite living composer Oliver Tarney.
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…
Christmas and New Year
Wynyard
Nothing will get you into the spirit of Christmas more than listening to the sound of traditional festive songs performed by exceptional local choir, Cantabile, under the musical direction of Reverend Daniel Ackerley. Finish the evening with mince…
Christmas and New Year
Chester le Street
Step into vintage glamour and festive cheer with an Afternoon Tea with the sensational Darling Dollies! Enjoy delicious treats and sparkling tunes as they perform classic Christmas favourites and selections from their signature repertoire, all…
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.
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.
Christmas and New Year
Stanley
Step into a festive wonderland this Christmas at South Causey Inn and experience the joy of live carols in our beautifully decorated Old Barn. Adorned with twinkling fairy lights and majestic Christmas trees, this heartwarming evening is perfect for…
Concert
Durham City
Durham Cathedral Choir performs Handel’s ever-popular Messiah with acclaimed early music specialists the Avison Ensemble. Enjoy well-loved music retelling the story of Christ, including the majestic ‘Hallelujah’ Chorus, one of the most famous pieces…
Concert
Durham City
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to Durham Cathedral. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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.
Derwent Waterside Park, Shotley Bridge
Concert
Barnard Castle
Enjoy an intimate performance by Scottish singer, Sandi Thom, at The Bowes Museum, ahead of the release of her 7th studio album.
Concert
Durham City
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Durham. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Durham Cathedral under the gentle glow of…
Music Event
Durham
Durham Choral Society invites you to a celebration of the music of Durham-born composer Will Todd.
Music Event
Durham City
This powerhouse pair are still making music together, as they always have. Together, they perform an eclectic range of songs and tunes from their vast family repertoire.
Concert
The College, Durham
Durham University Palatinate Orchestra's 90-piece Symphony Orchestra plays Tchaikovsky's Sixth Symphony, his Pathétique Symphony, and music by Elgar and Pejačević in Durham Cathedral.
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