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Summer Highlights

From festivals and fetes to vintage vehicles and open air theatre, enjoy a packed summer of fun in Durham with events to enthral and excite the whole family.

Embrace the warmth and vibrancy of summer in Durham with our curated guide to seasonal highlights. Discover a plethora of events, from lively festivals and outdoor performances to family-friendly activities and cultural showcases. Immerse yourself in the richness of summer arts, enjoy open-air concerts, and savor culinary delights at seasonal workshops. Whether it's nature excursions or festive celebrations, Durham's summer highlights offer a diverse array of experiences for all. Stay connected with the latest happenings and make the most of your summer in Durham, where every moment becomes a highlight.

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  1. Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery

    Add North Pennines NatureFest: Volunteer Day - Bowlees Tree Nursery to your Itinerary

    North Pennines NatureFest: Volunteer Day - Bowlees Tree Nursery

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    Volunteer at Bowlees Wildflower and Tree Nursery on the last Wednesday of each month from 1pm to 4pm.

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    From:
    28 May 2025Open 13:00 - 16:00
    More info for North Pennines NatureFest: Volunteer Day - Bowlees Tree Nursery
  2. poster with details of market with an image of 61 Durham in the background

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    GNB - 61 Durham Weekly Market

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    Markets

    High Pittington

    61 Weekly Market, every Wednesday.

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    From:
    7 May 2025to29 Oct 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for GNB - 61 Durham Weekly Market
  3. Trader at Barnard Castle Farmer's Market at stall taking money from customer

    Add Barnard Castle Farmers' Market to your Itinerary

    Barnard Castle Farmers' Market

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    Markets

    Barnard Castle

    Barnard Castle Farmers’ Market is one of the North East’s most popular markets featuring a wide range of artisan food and crafts from the region. Open 9:00 to 14:00 on the first Saturday of each month.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Barnard Castle Farmers' Market
  4. Karen Hall playing cello

    Add Durham Fringe Festival: Delusions and Grandeur to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival: Delusions and Grandeur

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    Music Event

    Durham City

    Featuring Suite Number One in G Major by JS Bach and personal comedic pieces crafted in Idiot classes.

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025to27 July 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival: Delusions and Grandeur
  5. Someone holding Vegetables - Copyright Beamish Museum

    Add Horticultural Show 2025 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North to your Itinerary

    Horticultural Show 2025 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

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    Beamish

    The museum has teamed up with the North East Horticultural Society for this annual event, taking place on the museum’s Events Field, which will see fierce, friendly competition at the museum as a vast array of vegetables, flowers and crafts are put…

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    6 Sept 2025to7 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for Horticultural Show 2025 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
  6. 'Re-Take That' performing on stage

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    Re-Take That - Durham Cathedral

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    Concert

    The College, Durham

    Re-Take That is the ultimate Take That party night, bringing the world’s biggest boy band’s greatest hits to life – live on stage. 

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    From:
    12 Sept 2025Open 19:30 -
    More info for Re-Take That - Durham Cathedral
  7. 12 people in1940s clothing: men in suits and army uniform, women in skirts and trousers, and two children in coats and hats with a woman pushing a pra

    Add Way Back When: 1940s Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Way Back When: 1940s Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Durham

    Way Back When: 1940s is back for its fifth instalment on Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 July 2025!

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    From:
    5 July 2025to6 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Way Back When: 1940s Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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    Add Barnard Castle Market to your Itinerary

    Barnard Castle Market

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    Barnard Castle

    Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Wednesday 8.00am to 16.30

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Barnard Castle Market
  9. Someone holding a tortoise in their hand.

    Crazy Creatures - Durham University Botanic Garden

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    Children/Family events

    Durham

    Get interactive with the Crazy Creatures visiting the Garden for the day.

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    From:
    14 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    From:
    25 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 16:00
    More info for Crazy Creatures - Durham University Botanic Garden
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    Durham Brass Festival 2025

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    Festival

    Durham

    BRASS is back in 2025 with a fantastic programme of brass-inspired events coming to Durham from 13 - 20 July, with a headline performance by Bill Ryder-Jones.

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    From:
    13 July 2025to20 July 2025
    More info for Durham Brass Festival 2025
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