Durham Events Calendar

Looking for something to do in Durham? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Durham with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Durham and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Durham, featuring the best of things to do in Durham – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Durham fundraisers and charity events.


Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

Orchestra North East Concert

Gala Theatre i Millennium Place, Durham, Durham

Orchestra North East is pleased to announce that its next concert will be in the Gala Theatre, Durham, on Sunday June 15th, starting at 3.00pm. The programme will be: Smetana: Vltava, (The Moldau), from Má Vlast Wieniawski: Violin Concerto no.2 Dvořák: Symphony No.9, ‘From the New World’ Conductor: Maria Barbosa Aristizabel Soloist: Bradley Creswick Orchestra North East welcome […]

£1 – £0300

Women’s Mental Health and Well-being Festival

Glow Long Tens Way, Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe

The Women’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Festival is a motivating and inspiring all-day festival taking place on 19th June 2025 at Glow in County Durham.  Featuring expert speakers, interactive workshops, exhibitors, and a chance to network with like-minded mental health and well-being professionals.  The day will be a transformative wellbeing festival dedicated to highlighting the […]

£23 – £2025.

Brancepeth Castle Summer Craft Fair 2025

Brancepeth Castle Brancepeth, Durham, Durham

Three-Day Summer Craft Fair at Brancepeth Castle Discover a world of creativity at the historic Brancepeth Castle this summer! Around 70 unique craft stalls will showcase stunning handmade creations, ranging from art and jewellery to textiles, pottery, glass, leather, and much more. With indoor and outdoor stalls, you'll find everything from beautiful and practical pottery to garden plants. Find one-of-a-kind […]

£4 – £14

Ayclive Festival

Ayclive Festival 2025 OakLeaf Sports Field, School Aycliffe Lane, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham, DL5 6QZ, Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe

Hi there,   I hope this message finds you well! I'm reaching out to share an exciting opportunity to feature Ayclive Festival 2025, a vibrant, family-friendly music festival taking place next year on July 25th and 26th, 2025,  OakLeaf Sports Field, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham.   Why Ayclive Festival is a Must-Feature: Star-Studded Lineup: This […]

Free

Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre at Durham Cathedral Cloisters

Durham Cathedral Durham Cathedral, Durham, Durham

Jane EyreBy Charlotte Brontë, adapted by Laura Turner Young governess Jane Eyre arrives at the mysterious Thornfield Hall deep in the Yorkshire Moors and meets her enigmatic new employer Mr Rochester. Sparks fly between the pair, but when a terrifying secret from the past returns to haunt them, can Jane and Rochester’s passion survive the […]

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