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  1. Add Handel's Messiah with Durham Cathedral Choir and the Avison Ensemble - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Handel's Messiah with Durham Cathedral Choir and the Avison Ensemble - Durham Cathedral

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    Type:

    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…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Feb 2026
    More info for Handel's Messiah with Durham Cathedral Choir and the Avison Ensemble - Durham Cathedral

  2. Add Epiphany Procession - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Epiphany Procession - Durham Cathedral

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    Type:

    Religious Event

    Durham City

    During the Epiphany season Durham Cathedral holds an Epiphany Procession service.

    Dates

    From:
    18 Jan 2026Open 15:30 -
    More info for Epiphany Procession - Durham Cathedral

  3. Add Snow White at The Roxy Theatre, Leadgate to your Itinerary

    Snow White at The Roxy Theatre, Leadgate

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Consett

    Mirror, mirror, on the wall, don't miss the fairest panto of them all!

    Dates

    From:
    16 Dec 2025to28 Dec 2025
    More info for Snow White at The Roxy Theatre, Leadgate

  4. Add Candlelight: Tribute to Ed Sheeran - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Candlelight: Tribute to Ed Sheeran - Durham Cathedral

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Jan 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for Candlelight: Tribute to Ed Sheeran - Durham Cathedral

  5. Add Sandi Thom In Concert at The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Sandi Thom In Concert at The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Mar 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for Sandi Thom In Concert at The Bowes Museum

  6. Add Sleeping Beauty - Empire Consett to your Itinerary

    Sleeping Beauty - Empire Consett

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Consett

    Don’t be afraid to dream everyone. For sometimes, dream come true.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Sleeping Beauty - Empire Consett

  7. Add New Skills for the New Year - Knitting and Crochet Classes to your Itinerary

    New Skills for the New Year - Knitting and Crochet Classes

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    Type:

    Workshop

    Bishop Auckland

    For the first several Saturdays of 2026, Petrichor will be devoted to learning new skills and encouraging us all to be a bit more adventurous in our making. Saturdays, booking required.

    Dates

    From:
    10 Jan 2026to7 Feb 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for New Skills for the New Year - Knitting and Crochet Classes

  8. Add Candlelight Concerts - Durham Town Hall to your Itinerary

    Candlelight Concerts - Durham Town Hall

    Type

    Type:

    Music Event

    Durham City

    A fresh spin on classical music at the Town Hall for the first time ever with themes like the best of Queen, Fleetwood Mac, Coldplay, Hans Zimmer and Christmas Classics.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Dec 2025Open 18:30 -
    From:
    20 Dec 2025Open 20:30 -
    More info for Candlelight Concerts - Durham Town Hall

  9. Carols in the Chapel - Wynyard Hall

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    Type:

    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…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    From:
    23 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Carols in the Chapel - Wynyard Hall

  10. Add Durham Fringe Festival 2026 to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival 2026

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    Type:

    Festival

    Durham City

    Between 29th July and 2nd August 2026, Durham Fringe Festival will host a spectacular array of performing arts.  Genres include theatre, music, stand-up comedy, comedy theatre, magic, spoken word, cabaret, dance, physical theatre, circus, and…

    Dates

    From:
    29 July 2026to2 Aug 2026
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival 2026

  11. Add Artist Makers - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Artist Makers - The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Barnard Castle

    Make time for making; join in and get creative. An opportunity to try out new techniques, materials and experiment with the Museum’s team of artists, makers and designers in the Create Space.

    Dates

    From:
    4 Jan 2025to3 Jan 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Artist Makers - The Bowes Museum

  12. Add Mark Simmons "Jest to Impress" to your Itinerary

    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"

  13. Add Auckland Gardens Tour at Auckland Palace to your Itinerary

    Auckland Gardens Tour at Auckland Palace

    Type

    Type:

    Talks

    Bishop Auckland

    Join our weekly ‘walk and talk’ sessions with our dedicated volunteers as they reveal the story behind the gardens and highlight special features. Wednesday and Saturday.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    29 July 2025to29 Dec 2025
    More info for Auckland Gardens Tour at Auckland Palace

  14. Add Derwent Fest 2026 to your Itinerary

    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

  15. Durham Miners' Gala 2026

    Type

    Type:

    Show / Display

    Durham City

    The Durham Miners' Gala returns on 11th July 2026.

    Dates

    From:
    11 July 2026
    More info for Durham Miners' Gala 2026

  16. Add Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum

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    Type:

    Exhibition

    Barnard Castle

    Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum is a major partnership between The Bowes Museum and the Musée d'Art Moderne André Malraux (MuMa), Le Havre.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026to14 Mar 2027Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum

  17. Add Cinderella Family Show - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa to your Itinerary

    Cinderella Family Show - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Durham

    A festive family day out packed with sparkle, songs and silliness. Cinderella brings all the magic of a traditional pantomime, with dazzling costumes, energetic performances and plenty of laughs for kids and grown-ups alike.
    Arrival: 11:30 | Lunch:…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Cinderella Family Show - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

  18. Add 90s Fallen Angels Festive Party Night - Ramside Hall Hotel to your Itinerary

    90s Fallen Angels Festive Party Night - Ramside Hall Hotel

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Relive the best of the 90s with Fallen Angels. Expect powerhouse vocals, polished choreography, and a soundtrack of dancefloor fillers, club classics, and unforgettable anthems. A high-energy party night designed to get everyone up and moving.

    Dates

    From:
    19 Dec 2025to20 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 00:00
    More info for 90s Fallen Angels Festive Party Night - Ramside Hall Hotel

  19. Add Copper Making Workshop at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Copper Making Workshop at South Causey Inn

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Stanley

    Join the experts at True North Trades for a hands-on experience in crafting stunning copper creations. Under expert guidance, you'll learn to cut, shape, and transform copper into a beautiful design that’s yours to take home and admire.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Copper Making Workshop at South Causey Inn

  20. Add Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn

    Type

    Type:

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2025to11 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn