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Junior Church

Various dates 10:00am

Children from Reception to Year 6 are invited to learn more about the Christian Gospel through storytelling and exciting craft activities every Sunday during term time.

Haliwerfolc: The Durham Cathedral Community Museum Exhibition

Various dates and times

Discover more about the Durham Cathedral community, from the influence of St Cuthbert to the cathedral having a worldwide family, both past and present.

Create your own Peace Dove

Monday 1 April 2024 - Saturday 20 July 2024 10:00am

Be part of a giant art installation in Durham Cathedral by making your own Peace Dove.

Durham Cathedral Museum

Book your ticket to explore 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith at Durham Cathedral Museum at your own pace. Last entry is 30 minutes before closure.

Tower climb

Conquer the 325 steps and enjoy unrivalled views over the historic city of Durham and see recently-completed restoration work up close.

Durham Cathedral Museum Highlights Tour

Book your ticket for a 1-hour highlight tour of Durham Cathedral Museum with an expert guide and discover 2000 years of the North East’s history, culture and faith.

Cathedral tour

Various dates and times

Discover Durham Cathedral's hidden history on a tour with one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides.

The Spectacular Music of Harry Potter

Friday 3 May 2024 7:30pm

Grab your cloak and your wand and join us for a spellbinding concert featuring the spectacular music from the magnificent Harry Potter films - performed by the sensational International Film Orchestra.

Sung Eucharist for Ascension Day

Thursday 9 May 2024 5:30pm

Join us as we celebrate the ascension of Christ to his throne in heaven, a joyous event that marks the conclusion of Jesus’s work upon the earth, and the beginning of his heavenly reign as our representative and advocate in heaven.

Cathedral Secret Spaces Tour

Various dates 1:00pm

This unique tour makes an ideal experience for those wanting to delve deeper into history and see parts of Durham Cathedral that are rarely open to the public. Step into the cathedral’s prison cell (if you dare!) and get up close with rare books in the 350 year old Refectory Library.

Chorister smiling at the camera on an open day

Chorister Experience Day

Saturday 11 May 2024 12:30pm

Do you know a child that loves to sing? Durham Cathedral Choir is looking for the next generation of Boy and Girl Choristers. This is a unique opportunity for any child in school years 2-6 to sing with the Choristers in the Cathedral.

Durham Choral Society-From Dusk 'til Dawn: with Mozart, Schubert and Ola Djeilo

Saturday 18 May 20247:30pm

Durham Choral Society and Orchestra present a programme of music that evokes night-time from Dusk ‘til Dawn. Mozart’s ever-popular Eine Kleine Nachtmusik and Schubert’s Mass No 2 in G take us through the evening and the world re-awakens with The Sunrise Mass by Ola Gjeilo.

Eucharist on the Day of Pentecost

Sunday 19 May 2024 10:00am

In this service we give thanks to God for Christ’s gift of the Holy Spirit to his Church, who was first sent upon the Apostles in Jerusalem on this day shortly after Jesus’s ascension into heaven.

Vivaldi Four Seasons and Vaughan-Williams Lark Ascending

Thursday 23 May 20247:30pm

London Concertante present the ultimate fusion of classical masterpieces with our captivating concert featuring Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Vaughan-Williams' Lark Ascending. Join us on a mesmerising journey as we celebrate the seasons and soar through the sky on the wings of a lark.

Evensong and Procession for St Bede’s Day

Friday 24 May 2024 5:30pm

Join us as we celebrate the life of St Bede, with Dr Michelle Brown, Professor Emerita of Medieval Manuscript Studies at SAS, University of London as a guest preacher at this special service. All are welcome for refreshments at the West end of the Cathedral after Evensong.

Durham University Presents: Fairytales

Friday 31 May 20247:30pm

Join Durham University for its annual summer concert, showcasing the very best of student musical talent. Exploring the enchanting world of Fairytales, the concert takes the audience on a magical journey through some of the world’s most cherished stories, featuring choirs, orchestras, bands, opera and musical theatre.

Walk On Durham - Annual Charity Fashion Show

Thursday 6 June 20246:00pm

Walk On is an annual charity fashion show run largely by students of Durham University, it showcases clothing created by young, emerging designers, modelled by students of the university, all in aid of a charitable cause.

Simon & Garfunkel: Through the Years.

Friday 7 June 20247:30pm

Performed by Bookends

Durham University Orchestral Society and Durham University Choral Society: Beethoven's 9th Symphony

Friday 14 June 20247:30pm

Durham University Orchestral Society and Durham University Choral Society are delighted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony hosted in the atmospheric Durham Cathedral.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Saturday 15 June 20247:00pm

Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy. Let yourself be whisked away on an enchanting journey to the most magical of forests and meet bewitched lovers, playful fairies, and hilarious travelling players. Beautifully designed Elizabethan costumes, a wonderful musical score and fine performances come together to make this an evening of unmissable summer garden theatre.

From Connery to Craig: The Best of Bond

Saturday 22 June 2024Various times

Enjoy cinema’s most iconic spy film favourites performed by The Limelight Orchestra the programme packs in 75 minutes of some of the most well-known movie themes of this genre.

Gabrielle: Live at Durham Cathedral

Saturday 20 July 2024 7:30pm

Prepare for an enchanting evening filled with soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics as the incomparable Gabrielle takes centre stage at the historic Durham Cathedral.

Pride and Prejudice

Tuesday 23 July 20247:00pm

Presented by Chapterhouse Theatre Company. Step back in time over two hundred years and meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters as they navigate the mire of manners of regency society. With stunning period costume, timeless wit, and a romantic original score, Chapterhouse’s Pride and Prejudice is a faithful telling of Austen’s greatest work. Join family and friends for an evening of magical theatre as we bring the world’s favourite love story to gardens and grounds across the country.

Peace Doves by Peter Walker

Various dates

Gaze up to 15,000 paper peace doves in the Nave of Durham Cathedral this Summer.

The Magic of Motown

Thursday 1 August 20247:30pm

Celebrate the sound of a generation with one very special night of The Magic of Motown!

Thank you for the Music - The Ultimate Tribute to Abba

Friday 2 August 20247:30pm

Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music!

Organ Recital Series 2024

Various dates 7:30pm

Featuring some of Britain's greatest organists, join Durham Cathedral's series of organ recitals on the Cathedral's magnificent Harrison & Harrison organ.

10ccLO - Two Great Bands - One Fantastic Venue!

Various dates 7:30pm

Friday 6 & Saturday 7 September. Come and enjoy a night of classic nostalgia - sing along, dance along, party along with tribute band 10ccLO: The Greatest Hits of 10cc and ELO.