Concerts and evening events

Join us on this exclusive tour of the Cathedral’s secret spaces that are rarely open to the general public.

Durham Cathedral’s magnificent 98-stop Willis/Harrison organ is one of country’s finest musical instruments, and one of the Cathedral’s great treasures. Come and enjoy its 5746 pipes in our series of hour-long recitals, featuring some of Britain’s greatest organists.

Prepare for an unforgettable evening of music as the sensational Ella Henderson takes centre stage at the historic Durham Cathedral.

Calling all U2 super fans... we’ve found exactly what you’re looking for! The Music Of U2 By Candlelight is finally here and it’s guaranteed to be an Unforgettable Fire!

Join us for an incredible night of smash hits made famous by Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, performed by one of the UK’s leading tribute shows, featuring an epic live band in Durham Cathedral, by candlelight.

Calling 80s music fans Everywhere… this is your show! 80s Anthems By Candlelight is here, serving up the biggest and best rock anthems, power ballads and pop classics of the decade, live!

Join us for outdoor summer theatre with sharp dialogue and catchy tunes, this timeless comic opera is performed outdoors by a cast of six outstanding performers from the world of musical theatre, on a spectacular nautical set and using Sir Arthur Sullivan’s full score.

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. Jason Orange calls the show “brilliant”, and Declan Donnelly says it’s “the best Take That tribute act you’ll ever see”.

Enjoy Kenneth Grahame's timeless tale of friendship, laughter and the lure of adventure! Enjoy the story where it is set: in the great British outdoors, and told by award-winning performers, Illyria Outdoors Theatre.

Ten years ago, the wheels turned at the last deep coal mine in Britain for the final time. Across the coalfields, miners and their families mourned for their industry and their way of life. Now, A Northern Requiem celebrates those people and commemorates their loss in this new choral work which blends together the Latin Requiem Mass with contemporary poetry in a tribute to the men and women of coal.

Pop-Disco powerhouse BONEY M. will be performing live inside Durham Cathedral on Friday 24th October 2025!

Keith Duffy & Brian McFadden will be performing the greatest hits from Boyzone & Westlife live in Durham Cathedral with their full band in October.

Wednesday 29 & Thursday 30 October, 7.30pm. Swifties, get ready to sing your heart out, swap your bracelets, share the love and Shake It Off! The Music of Taylor Swift by Candlelight is here, and it’s pure magic!

Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with G4's most extensive Christmas tour ever.

Get ready to discover the magic of the festive season with this unique concert experience. The Christmas Orchestra promises a magical and energising festive journey, capturing the essence of Christmas, perfect for igniting your holiday spirit.

To celebrate their famous harmonies, the boys are touring the UK’s most beautiful cathedrals for stunning, intimate, piano-led concerts.