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   Derwent Fest 2026

   Type

   Type:

   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.

   Venue

   Derwent Waterside Park, Shotley Bridge

   Dates

   From:

   14 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026

   More info for Derwent Fest 2026
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   Mark Watson "Before It Overtakes Us" - The Witham

   Type

   Type:

   Comedy

   Barnard Castle

   20 years in stand-up for the 'Taskmaster' cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner.

   Dates

   From:

   12 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

   More info for Mark Watson "Before It Overtakes Us" - The Witham
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   Madam Dragons Training School

   Type

   Type:

   Children/Family events

   Esh Winning

   Join Madam Dragon from Bigfoot Arts at Esh Winning Library on Tuesday 24th of February for a interactive Dragon training session.

   Dates

   From:

   24 Feb 2026Open 13:15 - 14:00

   More info for Madam Dragons Training School
4. 

   

   Christmas Party Night - Lumley Castle Hotel

   Type

   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Chester le Street

   Get ready to celebrate the festive season in style with our  lively Christmas Party Night! Enjoy a delicious two-course  dinner followed by a fun-filled evening of dancing and entertainment. Whether you’re gathering with colleagues,  friends, or…

   Dates

   From:

   31 Jan 2026

   More info for Christmas Party Night - Lumley Castle Hotel
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   Gary Delaney "Work In Progress"

   Type

   Type:

   Comedy

   Barnard Castle

   See Gary’s new jokes months before your friends and family do!

   Dates

   From:

   2 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

   More info for Gary Delaney "Work In Progress"
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   Funny Way To Be Comedy: Phil Ellis - Bath Mat

   Type

   Type:

   Comedy

   Barnard Castle

   Following his three big award wins at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe, Phil, the very definition of funny bones, presents his brand-new show.

   Dates

   From:

   20 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

   More info for Funny Way To Be Comedy: Phil Ellis - Bath Mat
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   Mark Simmons "Jest to Impress"

   Type

   Type:

   Comedy

   Barnard Castle

   More expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions.

   Dates

   From:

   11 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

   More info for Mark Simmons "Jest to Impress"
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   Funny Way To Be Comedy: Angela Barnes - ANGST

   Type

   Type:

   Comedy

   Barnard Castle

   A brand-new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo. Angela is a worrier. Whatever it is, she'll worry about it. But don't let that worry you – she'll worry enough for the both of you.

   Dates

   From:

   25 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

   More info for Funny Way To Be Comedy: Angela Barnes - ANGST
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   The Music of The Lord of The Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore

   Type

   Type:

   Concert

   Durham City

   Join us at the magnificent Durham Cathedral for Our Precious Concert – one of our most beloved and best-selling programmes, now coming to Durham in its most magical form yet.

   Dates

   From:

   13 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 20:30

   More info for The Music of The Lord of The Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore
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    Cliffecon 2026

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Newton Aycliffe

    Cliffecon 2026 is a comic con and pop culture event in County Durham.

    Dates

    From:

    9 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    More info for Cliffecon 2026
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    Post Christmas Murder Mystery Dinner 2026 - Lumley Castle Hotel

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Chester le Street

    Lord Spinner Webbe has invited friends and family to his grand home for Christmas/New Year celebrations. His Lordship has a reputation for practical jokes and a love of riddles and secret passageways throughout his home. 

    Dates

    From:

    30 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 01:00

    More info for Post Christmas Murder Mystery Dinner 2026 - Lumley Castle Hotel
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    Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:

    20 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

    More info for Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral
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    Family Activities: Crowd Craft! - Durham University Oriental Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Durham City

    Calling all young crafters! Help us make some decorations for the Oriental Museum's Year of the Horse celebration later this month.

    Dates

    From:

    21 Feb 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00

    More info for Family Activities: Crowd Craft! - Durham University Oriental Museum
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    Funny Way To Be Comedy: Marcus Brigstocke - Vitruvian Mango

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    Barnard Castle

    Award winning MAN Marcus Brigstocke thinks we might still serve some useful function. But what is it? This new tour show will resolve the entire issue once and for all (in a non-patriarchal, open minded, progressive sort of way).

    Dates

    From:

    4 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

    More info for Funny Way To Be Comedy: Marcus Brigstocke - Vitruvian Mango
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    Noo Noo Forest School

    Type

    Type:

    Local Events

    Meadowfield

    Forest school for primary age.

    Dates

    From:

    21 Feb 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00

    More info for Noo Noo Forest School
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    The Irish House Party - A Traditional Song-And-Dance Celebration Dating Back To The Early 19th Century

    Type

    Type:

    Music Event

    Market Place, Bishop Auckland

    At last, an Irish music show that has come out of Ireland without the clichés that usually follow! There are no twee costumes or backing tracks here. Instead you get incredibly talented musicians and dancers who simply want to bring you the sound…

    Dates

    From:

    18 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 22:30

    More info for The Irish House Party - A Traditional Song-And-Dance Celebration Dating Back To The Early 19th Century
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    The Hound of the Baskervilles - The City Theatre

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Back Silver Street, Durham

    A reduced cast production of this classic tale.

    Dates

    From:

    22 Nov 2026Open 14:30 -

    From:

    23 Nov 2026to27 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -

    From:

    28 Nov 2026Open 14:30 -

    More info for The Hound of the Baskervilles - The City Theatre
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    Journey of a Century: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum - Durham University Oriental Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Durham City

    Jointly organised by the Palace Museum and the Oriental Museum.

    Dates

    From:

    26 Sept 2025to31 May 2026

    More info for Journey of a Century: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum - Durham University Oriental Museum
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    South Causey Monthly Dog Walk

    Type

    Type:

    Dog-Friendly

    STANLEY

    Join the South Causey Dog Walking Club every 1st Saturday of the month at 10 am for a picturesque stroll through the beautiful Beamish Valley. 

    Dates

    From:

    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    More info for South Causey Monthly Dog Walk
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    Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:

    14 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

    More info for Valentines Vivaldi by Candlelight

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