Calendar of Durham Coast Events
For a great day out by the beach check out our guide to Durham coast events and seaside festivals taking place each year. If you are looking for things to do and find out what’s on in Durham, see the events listed below.
Event Dates for your diary
Durham Coast events and highlights throughout the year for your diary. Find out what’s on in 2024, from food festivals to sailing and sporting events, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
JULY
Durham Coastal Half Marathon
7th July 2024
A race along the North East coast. A popular and challenging half marathon, set on the scenic Durham Coastal Path.
JULY
Durham Coastal Half Marathon
7th July 2024
A race along the North East coast. A popular and challenging half marathon, set on the scenic Durham Coastal Path.
JULY
Tall Ships Races
8th July 2024
See the World-famous Tall Ships Races in Hartlepool each July. It is a free event.
JULY
Hartlepool Waterfront Festival
July 2024
Another of Hartlepool’s maritime festivals taking place on the Marina. A fun day out for all the family.
AUGUST
Hartlepool Maritime Festival
24th – 25th August 2024
This event celebrates the town’s rich maritime heritage. The festival is held at the Hartlepool Marina with nautical-themed activities, including tall ship visits, boat parades, and maritime displays.
NOVEMBER
Hartlepool Wintertide Festival
November 2025
The Hartlepool Wintertide festival is now a biennial event, next taking place in 2025.
discover Durham Beaches
If you are going to a coastal event in Durham, check out some of the other beaches nearby
Top Durham Beaches
Looking for top Durham Coast destinations? Miles of sandy beaches, traditional seaside towns and family attractions. Walk the coastal path or find family friendly Blue Flag beaches. There are sandy beaches in Durham which are safe for swimming as well as dog friendly beaches for long walks with our four legged friends.
Blue Flag
Family Friendly award winning beaches
Dog friendly
For long walks with our four legged friends.
What’s On
Find out What’s On – from festivals to cultural events along the coast
Beach Guide
See all beaches in Durham
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