View our Events in Darlington brochure for June - October [pdf, 454kb]
For further information on any event please contact the Events Team on (01325) 388427 or 388151 or e-mail the Events Team at eventsteam@darlington.gov.uk
April - December 2009
Everything but the bear [pdf]
April - December 2009
Come along to the Head of Steam Museum to rediscover some of the Treasures of Tubwell in our new temporary exhibition gallery.
May - October 2009
Please view our 2009 Pedal Power Programme [pdf, 1.41mb] to discover a wide range of cycle rides and activities or view our Tourist Trials Entry Form [pdf] if you would like to take part in one of our Tourist Trial Rides.
You can download our frequently asked questions information sheet and this will hopefully answer any queries that you may have; however if you have any additional questions please contact Jeff Dawson on 01325 388427 or on e-mail at eventsteam@darlington.gov.uk.
Thanks to our sponsors:
June - July 2009
Sunday 5 July, 2.00pm - 4.00pm, Durham Music Band
Sunday 12 July, 2.00pm - 4.00pm, Darlington Big Band
Sunday 19 July, 1.00pm - 3.00pm, Cockerton Prize Silver Band
Sunday 26 July, 2.00pm - 4.00pm, Saxophone Quartet
July 2009
Sunday 5 July 2009, 11.00am - 4.00pm
This year's exciting theme is SPACE, so come along and take part in our FREE arts and sports activities for all the family.
Friday 10 July - Sunday 12 July
For the second year in succession Darlington has joined Durham County Council to celebrate the best of Internationally acclaimed brass artists as part of the Durham International Brass Festival.
Catch the bands performing in Joseph Pease Place and Northgate throughout the weekend from 11.00am - 4.00pm. Please see our list of bands (pdf, 288kb) who will be performing
Romeo and Juliet, 16 - 19 July 2009
The ever popular Darlington Green Theatre returns to the park this year with an adaptation of Romeo and Juliet, starting each evening at 7.00pm (3.00pm on Sunday). Tickets cost £5.00 (discounts £3.00) and are available from the box Office on 01325 486555.
Sunday 19th July
Free admission!
Come to the Museum and meet some Romans! You can meet Graeme the Potter, the Time bandits will be showing us how the Romans lived, and get hands on with real Roman objects with the Durham County Archaeology Team. There will also be guided tours of the Piercebridge Roman Fort site during the day. Please note that the site at Piercebridge is not accessible for wheelchair users.
Thursday 23 July 2009, 11.00am - 4.30pm, Market Square
Come along and enjoy a day at the seaside!
Friday 31 July, 11am - 3pm
Come along to Darlington's South Park and celebrate the summer in style. Pack your picnic hamper for what promises to be the biggest picnic in the North East this year or buy a picnic box at the South Park cafe. There will be children's entertainment, plus sport for all ages and art and crafts activities.
August
Sunday 9 August 2009
Thanks to our sponsors:
Sponsorship Forms [PDF Document]
Thursday 13 August 2009, Darlington Market Square, 11:00am - 3.00pm
Dance to the Mini Dance Orchestra and enjoy a FREE Cream Tea.
6 mile route and 2.5 miles wheels friendly route
The Darlington Community Walk is a chance to get out and get active in the Darlington countryside! Bring along family or friends to enjoy this scenic route that takes walkers through Skerningham Woodland, part of the Tees Forest.
September 2009
Rhythm and Blues Festival - Sunday 20 September
The annual Rhythm and Blues Festival will be held in the Market Square, surrounding pubs and Dolphin Centre on Sunday 20 September.
Market Square Timetable:
The Rhythm Method - 13:00 - 14:00
The Cadilacc Kings - 14:00 - 15:00
The Hamsters - 15:00 - 16:00
Headliner -
Animals and Friends with special guest Spence Davis 16:00 - 17:30
For further information please contact Jeff Dawson on 01325 388427.
October 2009
Friday 2 - Sunday 4 October 2009
Please view our Food Festival Page for further details
December 2009
Friday 11 December- Blondie UK & the 70s
Saturday 12 December - Girls R Aloud
Friday 18 and Saturday 19 December - Abba Again
Tickets are £29.50 each, to include a three course meal, complimentary drink on arrival and a disco in our marquee lined sports hall. For further information or to purchase tickets, please contact our Box Office on (01325) 486555.