Durhams Top Events
Durham Fire & Ice Festival (February)
Experience the magic of Fire and Ice in Durham, a spectacular winter event transforming the city centre into a captivating wonderland. Stunning ice sculptures, carved by world-class artists, are displayed throughout the streets, each illuminated with vibrant lights. As day turns to night, fiery performances ignite the atmosphere with dazzling displays of heat and flame.
Durham Miners Gala (July)
Hosted by the Durham Miners Association (DMA) since 1871, the Gala is the world’s greatest celebration of community, international solidarity, and working class life. It is a unique and inspiring spectacle.
Durham Fringe Festival (July)
The Fringe has experienced remarkable growth since its inception in 2021. The historic city of Durham provides the atmospheric backdrop for the festival, which takes place across a network of venues in the city centre in the last week of July. Performers from across the northeast collate within the city at multiple venues to deliver their latest material.
Hardwick Festival (August)
Glastonbury.. Just more northern! A 3 day weekend event always delivering some big names and ultimate throwbacks. Fantastic weekend for everyone.
Durham Book Festival (October)
Durham Book Festival is one of the country’s oldest literary festivals, taking place in and around Durham City.
Durham Lumiere (November)
Each Lumiere invites local and internationally-renowned artists to create works that reimagine familiar buildings and public spaces, changing the way we experience our urban surroundings.
TOP TIP
Your Durham University Campus card is a great tool to use giving you discounts on tours at Durham Castle, travelling with Arriva (check with Arriva for specific routes) and most places with an entry fee give student discounts when providing your student ID!
