# Events & Things To Do in Durham in May 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Find events and things to do in May 2026 in Durham. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in May 2026 in Durham.
- **Category**: May
- **Display Name**: Events in May
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Wondering what to do on the weekend or on a not-so-fun night? We have all you need, discover all the happening events in May [YEAR] in [CITY] and find the best picks of yourself. Be it a theatre workshop, meditation class or an entertaining concert, there are a bunch of curated events in [CITY] in May [YEAR] for you.

## May Events in Durham

- **Event Name**: Ross Noble: Cranium Of Curiosities
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsRoss Noble has 44 upcoming events.Note: Over 16s only. A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled.Ticket Limit
  - **Date**: Tue May 11 2027 at 07:30 pm – Tue May 11 2027 at 09:30 pm (00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durham/ross-noble-cranium-of-curiosities/210003693563850
  - **Venue**: Durham Gala Theatre
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## Trending Events in Durham

- **Event Name**: Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral
  - **Description**: Scouting For Girls will be performing the greatest hits live in the breathtaking Durham Cathedral in October.ArtistsScouting for GirlsMusic Genres :  2000s, Indie, Indie Pop, Pop, Rock
  - **Venue**: Durham Cathedral
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- **Event Name**: The Music Of George Michael - The Candlelight Concert - Durham Cathedral
  - **Description**: The Music of George Michael – The Candlelight Concert

An Unforgettable Tribute in Glowing Candlelight Performed by 4 World Class Singers & an incredible live band!

Prepare to be swept away by an extraordinary evening of music, atmosphere and pure em
  - **Venue**: Durham Cathedral
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- **Event Name**: Level 42, Go West, Heaven 17, Haircut 100, Marc Almond, Jaki Graham in Durham
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience Level 42 Live at The Darlington Arena on Saturday, August 8, 2026! 🎤
The countdown has begun! Level 42 is taking over The Darlington Arena on Saturday, August 8, 2026, and with hits lik
  - **Venue**: The Darlington Arena
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- **Event Name**: Durham Official Big Freshers Icebreaker - UK Largest Freshers Events - Sold Out 10 Years Running 🏆
  - **Description**: The Big Freshers Icebreaker Tour - Officially The UK'S Biggest Freshers Tour!!
Welcome to the biggest, craziest, most talked about event of your freshers week.SOLD OUT EVERY YEAR SINCE 2009!
Get ready for an Icebreaker experience that is bigger and better
  - **Venue**: Katie O'Brien's Irish Tavern Durham
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- **Event Name**: Opulence
  - **Description**: Opulence festival presents two stages of quintessential house music. Saturday 5th SeptemberArtistsGroove ArmadaTodd TerryAlison LimerickSam DivineEats EverythingLovely Laura
  - **Venue**: Lumley Castle
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- **Event Name**: An Evening of Kate Bush at Durham Cathedral
  - **Description**: An Evening of Kate Bush - performed live by a full band, vocalists and string quartet in the ethereal surroundings of Durham Cathedral.About this EventLet Me In are back with a brand new show, exploring the evocative musi
  - **Venue**: Durham Cathedral
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- **Event Name**: Butterfly Ball in tribute to Amanda Seymour 2026
  - **Description**: We can’t wait to welcome you to our 9th Charity Butterfly ball which is held every year in tribute to Amanda Seymour by the Melanoma-Me Foundation. 

This event is a night to celebrate the amazing work the charity does and the difference made for the mela
  - **Venue**: Ramside Hall
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- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Christmas Classics
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Durham. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Christmas Classics at Durham Town Hall under the gentle glow of c
  - **Venue**: Durham Town Hall
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- **Event Name**: 🌴🪩 TROPILOCO DURHAM 🪩🌴 ON SALE NOW - A LEVEL RESULTS SPECIAL 🏹🎟️ THURSDAY 13.08.26 @ HOME & BOTANIC 💕
  - **Description**: After 3 years of completely sold-out celebrations in Newcastle, we're bringing the Trop experience to DURHAM FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME! 🫶🏼


Whether you’re celebrating or drowning your sorrows we’re providing a truly electrifying atmosphere across all 3 ROO
  - **Venue**: Home & Botanic Durham
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top May events in Durham?
  - **A:** Ross Noble: Cranium Of Curiosities (Tue May 11 2027 at 07:30 pm at Durham Gala Theatre).
- **Q**: How can I find May events in Durham?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming May events in Durham on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for May events in Durham?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for May events in Durham?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting May events in Durham include Durham Gala Theatre.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for May events in Durham?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting May events in Durham include MICK PERRIN WORLDWIDE.
- **Q**: Are there any online May events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many May events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new May events in Durham?
  - **A:** Follow the May category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new May events are listed in Durham.

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