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Things to do in Durham, December 2026

Browse 7 upcoming events and things to do in Durham during December 2026. Venues include Durham Cathedral, Stockton Globe, The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-Tees. Highlights include The Big Christmas Sing A-Long with Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong, Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, Shed Seven and more. Each listing links to tickets, venue details and practical visitor info.

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The Big Christmas Sing A-Long with Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong

Durham · Durham CathedralWed, Dec 2Music

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🎟️ From £33

Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra

Durham · Stockton GlobeWed, Dec 2Music

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🎟️ From £43

Shed Seven

Durham · Stockton GlobeThu, Dec 3Music

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🎟️ From £46

Blues in the Bar Feat Elaine Palmer

Durham · The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-TeesSun, Dec 6Events

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Rock Rampage 2026 with Nirvana + Biffy Clyro + More

Durham · The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-TeesSat, Dec 12Music

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🎟️ From £15

Simply the 80s Featuring That 80s Band

Durham · The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-TeesFri, Dec 18Events

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999 50th Anniversary Show

Durham · The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-TeesSat, Dec 19Music

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🎟️ From £17

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Festive season

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