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Events near Bishop-Auckland, Darlington

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Clubs

Rave to the grave at Elysium

Rave to the grave

Saturday 16th May

1:00pm - 4:00am

Elysium, Sunderland

Rave to the grave

Elysium, Sunderland

RAVE TO THE GRAVE Sun up to lights out / 3 rooms Sand between your feet. Foam in the air. Indoor chaos - full light display Lets Go RTTG!!

Seriously Uplifting at The Globe Newcastle

Seriously Uplifting

Saturday 30th May

5:00pm - 2:00am

The Globe Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Seriously Uplifting

The Globe Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Seriously Uplifting returns to The Globe Newcastle with Allen Watts, Daniel Kandi, Elucidus & James Cottle. 2 rooms, huge sound, amazing vibe.

The New Monkey Birthday Special at Elysium

The New Monkey Birthday Special

Sunday 30th August

9:00pm - 5:30am

Elysium, Sunderland

The New Monkey Birthday Special

Elysium, Sunderland

27 YEARS STRONG. STILL UNSTOPPABLE. We're celebrating nearly three decades of absolute scenes, and unforgettable nights,

House Masters Official After Party at The Middlesbrough Empire

House Masters Official After Party

Saturday 9th May

11:00pm - 3:30am

The Middlesbrough Empire

House Masters Official After Party

The Middlesbrough Empire

The session continues. We return to the middle floor of The Empire, the perfect place to extend the night with the House Master's Family.

Kryptic 5th Anniversary at STEREO MIDDLESBROUGH

Kryptic 5th Anniversary

Saturday 26th September

9:00pm - 3:00am

STEREO MIDDLESBROUGH

Kryptic 5th Anniversary

STEREO MIDDLESBROUGH

Turning 5 as an event is no mean feat, we return home to the place we love, Middlesbrough. The vision is clear - Great House music.

HouseThings presents : BACK2THEBLACK at The Black Lion Sedgefield

HouseThings presents : BACK2THEBLACK

Saturday 25th July

5:30pm - 12:00am

The Black Lion Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees

HouseThings presents : BACK2THEBLACK

The Black Lion Sedgefield, Stockton-on-Tees

BACK2THEBLACK SUMMER SPECIAL

Translate /006/ 1st Birthday - SURPRISE Headliner at Independent Sunderland

Translate /006/ 1st Birthday - SURPRISE Headliner

Friday 22nd May

10:00pm - 4:00am

Independent Sunderland

Translate /006/ 1st Birthday - SURPRISE Headliner

Independent Sunderland

Translate /006/ - SURPRISE Headliner + Special Guests 22nd May | Sunderland | 1st Birthday Special

Hardcore Fighters UK - In Memory of Chosen Few at The Globe Newcastle

Hardcore Fighters UK - In Memory of Chosen Few

Saturday 16th May

7:00pm - 3:00am

The Globe Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Hardcore Fighters UK - In Memory of Chosen Few

The Globe Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A Hardcore event in the heart of Newcastle to pay respect to and celebrate the life of our brother Chosen Few who sadly passed away October 2025.

Gigs

Opulence presents Live at Lumley Castle at Lumley Castle

Opulence presents Live at Lumley Castle

Friday 4th September

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Opulence presents Live at Lumley Castle

Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Step into pure 80s nostalgia at Lumley Castle - expect big anthems, bold fashion and feel-good vibes in a spectacular historic setting.

A TRIBUTE TO AMY The Amy Winehouse Celebration at The Middlesbrough Empire

A TRIBUTE TO AMY The Amy Winehouse Celebration

Saturday 25th July

7:00pm - 10:00pm

The Middlesbrough Empire

A TRIBUTE TO AMY The Amy Winehouse Celebration

The Middlesbrough Empire

The only tribute show worldwide to be endorsed by both of Amy's parents, Janis Winehouse & Mitch Winehouse!

Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral at Durham Cathedral

Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral

Thursday 29th October

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Durham Cathedral

Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral

Scouting For Girls will be performing the greatest hits live in the breathtaking Durham Cathedral in October.

80s Calling Level 42, Marc Almond, Heaven 17, Haircut 100 & more at The Darlington Arena

80s Calling Level 42, Marc Almond, Heaven 17, Haircut 100 & more

Saturday 8th August

12:00pm - 10:30pm

The Darlington Arena

80s Calling Level 42, Marc Almond, Heaven 17, Haircut 100 & more

The Darlington Arena

80s Calling! returns to Darlington Mowden Park with Level 42, Marc Almond, Heaven 17, Haircut 100, Go West and Jaki Graham on Saturday 8th August 2026

Mamma Mia featuring ABBA Bottomless Brunch at Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

Mamma Mia featuring ABBA Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 20th June

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

Mamma Mia featuring ABBA Bottomless Brunch

Bar Bianco Chester Le Street

Get ready for the ultimate feel-good party packed with ABBA hits, bottomless drinks and non-stop singalong vibes.

The Last Fakers at Civic Hall Shildon

The Last Fakers

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Civic Hall Shildon

The Last Fakers

Civic Hall Shildon

The Last Fakers return after a 6 year break in this one off event at Shildon Civic Hall.

Taylor More Swiftly - The Pop-Punk Tribute to Taylor Swift at PLAY

Taylor More Swiftly - The Pop-Punk Tribute to Taylor Swift

Friday 17th July

7:00pm - 1:00am

PLAY, Middlesbrough

Taylor More Swiftly - The Pop-Punk Tribute to Taylor Swift

PLAY, Middlesbrough

The Pop-Punk Tribute to Taylor Swift! Get ready for Taylor Swift like you've never heard her before. +DJs Before, After & Between the bands til 1am!

PorkPie Live at Independent, Sunderland at Independent

PorkPie Live at Independent, Sunderland

Saturday 12th September

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Independent, Sunderland

PorkPie Live at Independent, Sunderland

Independent, Sunderland

PorkPie Live at Independent, Sunderland on Saturday 12th September 2026

Festivals

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026 at Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026

Saturday 26th September

1:00pm - 11:00pm

Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026

Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026.

Clubland By The Sea at Seaton Reach

Clubland By The Sea

Friday 31st July

3:00pm - 11:00pm

Seaton Reach, Hartlepool

Clubland By The Sea

Seaton Reach, Hartlepool

The mighty Clubland By The Sea returns to Seaton Reach, Hartlepool this July for out forth consecutive year!

Rob Lamberti presents: George Michael | Keel SQ, Sunderland at Keel Square

Rob Lamberti presents: George Michael | Keel SQ, Sunderland

Friday 21st August

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

Rob Lamberti presents: George Michael | Keel SQ, Sunderland

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

Get ready for an unforgettable night as Rob Lamberti brings the magic of George Michael back to life at Keel Square, Sunderland.

GirlyPop Fest | Keel Square, Sunderland at Keel Square

GirlyPop Fest | Keel Square, Sunderland

Sunday 23rd August

12:00pm - 4:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

GirlyPop Fest | Keel Square, Sunderland

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

GirlyPop Live is coming to Keel Square, Sunderland with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts!

Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival | Keel Square at Keel Square

Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival | Keel Square

Sunday 30th August

12:00pm - 10:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival | Keel Square

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

Following a run of hugely successful, sell-out shows, The Road to Nashville is heading to Sunderland in August 2026 for one massive country takeover!

Unfussy Festival: Morgan Seatree at Gateshead International Stadium

Unfussy Festival: Morgan Seatree

Friday 25th September

3:00pm - 11:00pm

Gateshead International Stadium

Unfussy Festival: Morgan Seatree

Gateshead International Stadium

Second Speed x Reboot presents Unfussy Festival in Newcastle/Gateshead

Opulence at Lumley Castle

Saturday 5th September

1:00pm - 10:30pm

Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Opulence festival presents two stages of quintessential house music. Saturday 5th September

Party In Acklam Park at Middlesbrough Rugby And Cricket Club

Party In Acklam Park

Sunday 30th August

12:00pm - 9:30pm

Middlesbrough Rugby And Cricket Club

Party In Acklam Park

Middlesbrough Rugby And Cricket Club

A fantastic outdoor family music festival featuring some of the country's top tribute bands. this year we are celebrating its 10th anniversary!

Comedy

SPRINGFIELD CABARET Newcastle - Drag Tribute Show! at The Globe Newcastle

SPRINGFIELD CABARET Newcastle - Drag Tribute Show!

Saturday 27th June

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Globe Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

SPRINGFIELD CABARET Newcastle - Drag Tribute Show!

The Globe Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The unofficial, unauthorised drag tribute show to the world's favourite sitcom family, The Simpsons!

Laughing Tackle Comedy Club at PLAY

Laughing Tackle Comedy Club

Sunday 24th May

7:00pm - 11:00pm

PLAY, Middlesbrough

Laughing Tackle Comedy Club

PLAY, Middlesbrough

An evening of live stand up comedy at Play, Middlesboroug featuring MC Catherine Young, John Scott, Nat Young, Kimia Etemadi, plus a New Act Showcase.

Sorry did I hear that? at Priory Social Club Middlesbrough

Sorry did I hear that?

Wednesday 9th September + 6 other dates

7:00pm - 11:00pm

Priory Social Club Middlesbrough

Sorry did I hear that?

Priory Social Club Middlesbrough

Comedy panel show Brought to you by crying out loud comedy unfiltered and uncensored version of mock the week too hot for TV

The Running Commentary Coast-to-Coast Charity Comedy Night at Reeth Memorial Hall

The Running Commentary Coast-to-Coast Charity Comedy Night

Saturday 20th June

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Reeth Memorial Hall

The Running Commentary Coast-to-Coast Charity Comedy Night

Reeth Memorial Hall

This June Paul Tonkinson and Rob Deering are running Wainwright's Coast to Coast route, raising funds for Parkinson’s UK and Mental Health UK

Theatre, Arts & Culture

Ascension at The Point Events Venue

Thursday 14th May

7:00pm - 11:00pm

The Point Events Venue, Sunderland

The Point Events Venue, Sunderland

Sunderland College present Ascension, a bold new show inspired by the story of King Lear and the world of succession.

A Foreigners Journey at Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

A Foreigners Journey

Friday 28th August

7:30pm - 10:00pm

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

A Foreigners Journey

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

A Foreigners Journey proudly won both the "UK's Number 1 Tribute to Foreigner" and the "UK's Number 1 Tribute to Journey" awards.

The Sound of Springsteen Tribute Band at Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

The Sound of Springsteen Tribute Band

Friday 24th July

7:30pm - 9:45pm

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

The Sound of Springsteen Tribute Band

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

Get ready to experience the legacy of The Boss and rock the night away!

The World Famous Elvis Show at Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

The World Famous Elvis Show

Saturday 29th August

7:30pm - 10:00pm

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

The World Famous Elvis Show

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

The World Famous Elvis Show - starring world renowned CHRIS CONNOR!

Experiences & Attractions

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool at Planet Circus OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool

Wednesday 6th May

5:00pm - 9:30pm

Planet Circus OMG Big Top, Hartlepool

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool

Planet Circus OMG Big Top, Hartlepool

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool at Planet Circus OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool

Saturday 9th May

1:00pm - 8:00pm

Planet Circus OMG Big Top, Hartlepool

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool

Planet Circus OMG Big Top, Hartlepool

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Comic Con North East at Utilita Arena Newcastle

Comic Con North East

Sat 26th - Sun 27th September

9:00am - 6:00pm

Utilita Arena Newcastle , Newcastle Upon Tyne

Comic Con North East

Utilita Arena Newcastle , Newcastle Upon Tyne

COMIC CON NORTH EAST is part of the Monopoly Events family of pop culture conventions, attracting thousands of fans annually to the Utilita Arena

Horror Car Wash at Sunderland Live

Horror Car Wash

Saturday 31st October + 13 other dates

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Sunderland Live, Houghton-le-Spring

Horror Car Wash

Sunderland Live, Houghton-le-Spring

2026 Horror car wash brings some brand new terrifying scenes and characters

Food & Drink

Steel River Chef Co. - Launch Party at The Swan, Billingham

Steel River Chef Co. - Launch Party

Sat 2nd - Tue 12th May

6:30pm - 12:00am

The Swan, Billingham

Steel River Chef Co. - Launch Party

The Swan, Billingham

Dance the night away with our live DJ and try your luck in our exciting raffle! Great music, fun vibes, and prizes!

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre 09/05 at Buzz Bingo Metro Centre

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre 09/05

Saturday 9th May

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Metro Centre, Gateshead

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre 09/05

Buzz Bingo Metro Centre, Gateshead

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy any main meal, a selected drink & your bingo for just £10!

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre 04/05 at Buzz Bingo Metro Centre

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre 04/05

1:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Metro Centre, Gateshead

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Metro Centre 04/05

Buzz Bingo Metro Centre, Gateshead

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy Bingo, a Burger, and a Drink for just £6. Book now!

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Sunderland 04/05 at Buzz Bingo Sunderland

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Sunderland 04/05

1:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Sunderland

Bank Holiday Season - Buzz Bingo Sunderland 04/05

Buzz Bingo Sunderland

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy Bingo, a Burger, and a Drink for just £6. Book now!

Sport

An Audience with Graeme Souness at Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

An Audience with Graeme Souness

Friday 4th September

7:45pm - 9:45pm

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

An Audience with Graeme Souness

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm

Born is the King of Ayresome Park

Hagg Hill Weekender - Wellness in the Wild at Ne216rs

Hagg Hill Weekender - Wellness in the Wild

Fri 22nd - Mon 25th May

2:00pm - 12:00pm

Ne216rs, Blaydon-on-Tyne

Hagg Hill Weekender - Wellness in the Wild

Ne216rs, Blaydon-on-Tyne

Neurodiverse-led, adult-only wellness retreat in a rural setting with mindfulness, firewalking, camping, calm spaces and optional holistic treatments.

LS-EMX E-Bike Track Day Pea Farm MX at Pea Farm

LS-EMX E-Bike Track Day Pea Farm MX

Sunday 21st June

10:00am - 4:00pm

Pea Farm, Stanley County Durha

LS-EMX E-Bike Track Day Pea Farm MX

Pea Farm, Stanley County Durha

Join us at Pea Farm Motorcross Track for an E-Bike only Track Day - Sur-rons, Talaria & and all other E-Bikes welcome

LS-EMX E-Bike Track Day Ironworks Motorcross at Ironworks Motorcross Track

LS-EMX E-Bike Track Day Ironworks Motorcross

Monday 31st August

10:00am - 4:00pm

Ironworks Motorcross Track, Middlesbrough

LS-EMX E-Bike Track Day Ironworks Motorcross

Ironworks Motorcross Track, Middlesbrough

Adrenaline E-Bike Track Day at Ironworks! Ride Sur-Ron & Talaria bikes. All levels welcome. 31 Aug, 10-4. Riders & spectators welcome

Family Days Out

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool at Planet Circus OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool

Wednesday 6th May

5:00pm - 9:30pm

Planet Circus OMG Big Top, Hartlepool

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool

Planet Circus OMG Big Top, Hartlepool

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool at Planet Circus OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool

Saturday 9th May

1:00pm - 8:00pm

Planet Circus OMG Big Top, Hartlepool

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Hartlepool

Planet Circus OMG Big Top, Hartlepool

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Washington at OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Washington

Wednesday 3rd June

5:30pm - 9:30pm

OMG Big Top, Washington

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Washington

OMG Big Top, Washington

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Washington at OMG Big Top

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Washington

Sunday 7th June

1:00pm - 5:30pm

OMG Big Top, Washington

Planet Circus OMG presents - Daredevils Stunts OMG! Washington

OMG Big Top, Washington

Prepare for the ultimate adrenaline rush featuring elite daredevils from Argentina in a jaw-dropping, high-octane spectacular for all the family!

Seasonal

Teesside Student Union Christmas Market at Teesside University Students' Union

Teesside Student Union Christmas Market

Saturday 12th December

11:00am - 3:00pm

Teesside University Students' Union, Middlesbrough

Teesside Student Union Christmas Market

Teesside University Students' Union, Middlesbrough

Join us in the amazing venue of Teesside Student Union for a day of festive shopping food and drinks

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