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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. Person with glasses and a cap looking down at the camera, text 'Taffy Thomas.'

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    Taffy Thomas - Market Square - Durham Folk Festival

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    Durham

    Britain's very first Storytelling Laureate, Taffy has a repertoire of more than 300 stories, collected mainly from traditional oral sources, which he is happy to tell in almost any situation. This repertoire was built by meeting and working with…

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    20 Sept 2026Open 18:30 - 19:00
    More info for Taffy Thomas - Market Square - Durham Folk Festival
  2. Opulence at Lumley Castle Hotel

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    Opulence at Lumley Castle Hotel

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    Chester-Le-Street

    Lumley Castle Hotel at Chester-le-Street, County Durham, will be the backdrop for Opulence, running on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 September.

    While the big-name performers are not being unveiled until later this month, organisers have promised it will…

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    4 Sept 2026to5 Sept 2026
    More info for Opulence at Lumley Castle Hotel
  3. Exterior view of Crook Hall Gardens during summertime.

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    Live Music at Crook Hall Gardens - Crook Hall Gardens

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    Durham

    Local musicians make a visit extra special.

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    21 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    19 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    More info for Live Music at Crook Hall Gardens - Crook Hall Gardens
  4. A person singing outside with a guitar and microphone, with the text 'Calum Baird' underneath.

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    Calum Baird - Durham Folk Festival

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    Flass Street, Durham

    Calum Baird is an emerging Scottish folk, punk and story-telling singer-songwriter and musician who's been featured on BBC Radio 2, BBC 6 Music and BBC Radio Scotland.

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    19 Sept 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30
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  5. A person singing outside with a guitar and microphone, with the text 'Calum Baird' underneath.

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    Calum Baird - People's Bookshop - Durham Folk Festival

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    Calum Baird is an emerging Scottish folk, punk and story-telling singer-songwriter and musician who's been featured on BBC Radio 2, BBC 6 Music and BBC Radio Scotland.

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    19 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 21:00
    More info for Calum Baird - People's Bookshop - Durham Folk Festival
  6. Four folk musicians on the 'Magic Lantern' stage.

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    Family Festival Performances - Durham Folk Festival

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    Durham

    Our free family festival became a highlight during our time in Hartlepool.

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    20 Sept 2026Open 10:30 - 11:00
    More info for Family Festival Performances - Durham Folk Festival
  7. Four folk musicians on the 'Magic Lantern' stage.

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    The Magic Lantern - Durham Folk Festival

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    Durham

    In the centre of it all is The Magic Lantern, a caravan of wonder that travels the land with its crew of storytellers, musicians and shadow puppeteers - telling and collecting stories, bringing laughter, and creating unforgettable moments.

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    20 Sept 2026Open 19:30 - 20:00
    More info for The Magic Lantern - Durham Folk Festival
  8. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1920) advertising poster.

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    John Barrymore in Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde (1920) with Live accompaniment by Aaron Hawthorne at the Wurlitzer organ

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    Howden le Wear, Crook

    Award-winning young Scottish organist AARON HAWTHORNE plays another 'live' silent movie accompaniment following his widely acclaimed performance last year.

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    22 Nov 2026Open 14:30 - 17:00
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  9. Alexander Armstrong and Aled Jones standing side-by side in blue velvet suits against a festive background.

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    The Big Christmas Sing A-Long with Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong - Durham Cathedral

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    Durham

    Get ready to lift your voices and celebrate the festive season as The Big Christmas Sing-a-Long embarks on its debut UK tour in November and December 2026. Starring much-loved performers and presenters Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong, this…

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    2 Dec 2026Open 19:30 -
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  10. Four people standing on a balcony over the water, with the text 'Banter' underneath them

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    Banter - Ceilidh - Durham Folk Festival

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    Durham

    Banter is a dynamic English folk and ceilidh quartet known as the "world's smallest big band", featuring Simon Care, Nina Zella, Tim Walker, and Mark Jolley. Prepare for a joyous night of dancing!

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    18 Sept 2026Open 20:30 - 22:30
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  11. Durham folk festival logo with a purple sanctuary knocker as the letter 'o', with a light yellow background.

    Add Voices from the Lough: Li Ban, Barry Kerr - Durham Folk Festival to your Itinerary

    Voices from the Lough: Li Ban, Barry Kerr - Durham Folk Festival

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    Flass Street, Durham

    A celebration of Lough Neagh and the Bann in the ancient province of Ulster by the world-class musicians it has produced.

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    19 Sept 2026Open 14:00 - 16:15
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  12. Durham folk festival logo with a purple sanctuary knocker as the 'o', on a light yellow background.

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    Don't Mourn: Organise - Durham Folk Festival

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    Flass Street, Durham

    A live tribute to one of America's most prolific and influential musical troubadours. Joe Hill was an activist, musician and a seminal figure of the Labor Movement. His remarkable life and death have provided inspiration for songs and stories for…

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    18 Sept 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
    More info for Don't Mourn: Organise - Durham Folk Festival
  13. The Prince Bishop River Cruiser on the river, with the text 'Folk on the Water' underneath.

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    Folk on the Water: The Tom McConville Band - Durham Folk Festival

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    Durham

    A one-hour cruise on the River Wear with a legendary figure of North East music and his band.

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    18 Sept 2026Open 15:30 - 16:30
    More info for Folk on the Water: The Tom McConville Band - Durham Folk Festival
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