49 upcoming events in Darlington · page 2 of 3
December 2026
Dolphin Centre Christmas Party Nights
A series of festive party nights at the Dolphin Centre, Darlington, held on 4, 5, 11, 12 and 18 December.
Dolphin Centre Christmas Party Nights 2026
Festive party night events at the Dolphin Centre leisure venue in Darlington during the Christmas season.
Beauty and the Beast (pantomime)
Darlington Hippodrome's Christmas pantomime for the 2026/27 festive season.
Darlington Ice Sculpture Trail
Festive ice sculpture trail through Darlington town centre as part of the Christmas events programme.
Ice Sculpture Trail
Ice sculptures displayed at key locations across Darlington town centre as part of the Christmas festivities.
January 2027
Hamza Yassin: My Life Behind The Lens, Darlington Hippodrome
The wildlife cameraman and Strictly champion shares stories and footage from his work filming animals, a warm and inspiring talk for families and nature lovers.
An Audience With Aled Jones, Darlington Hippodrome
The Welsh singer and broadcaster combines songs with stories from his long career, from choirboy fame to television and radio, in an intimate evening.
Omid Djalili: Namaste, Darlington Hippodrome
The award-winning comedian and actor tours his latest stand-up show, bringing his trademark energy and cross-cultural humour to Darlington. A big-name comedy night.
Room On The Broom, Darlington Hippodrome
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's picture book about a kind witch and her animal friends comes to life on stage, perfect for young children.
February 2027
Swan Lake - Varna International Ballet, Darlington
A touring classical company dances Tchaikovsky's best-loved ballet, part of a short winter ballet season at the Hippodrome. Ideal for ballet newcomers too.
The King's Speech, Darlington Hippodrome
The stage play behind the Oscar-winning film, telling how King George VI worked with an unconventional speech therapist on the eve of war.
Count Arthur Strong: And It's Goodnight From Me, Darlington
Steve Delaney's muddled, much-loved comic creation Count Arthur Strong takes to the Hippodrome stage for an evening of glorious confusion.
March 2027
Madama Butterfly - Ukrainian National Opera, Darlington
A touring production of Puccini's tragic opera of love and betrayal, sung by the Ukrainian National Opera company at Darlington's historic theatre.
Million Dollar Quartet, Darlington Hippodrome
The hit musical recreating the legendary 1956 jam session between Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins, with rock 'n' roll played live.
Attention All Shipping: A Celebration of the Shipping Forecast
An affectionate stage celebration of the BBC radio Shipping Forecast and its hypnotic sea areas, at Darlington Hippodrome. A treat for radio lovers.
The Wizard of Oz - Easter Family Panto, Darlington Hippodrome
An Easter holiday pantomime following Dorothy down the yellow brick road, with songs, slapstick and audience participation for young families.
April 2027
Operation Mincemeat, Darlington Hippodrome
The award-winning West End musical comedy about the outlandish true Second World War deception plan, arriving in Darlington on its UK tour.
May 2027
A Thousand Splendid Suns, Darlington Hippodrome
A stage adaptation of Khaled Hosseini's bestselling novel about two women's friendship and resilience in Afghanistan, playing for a week at the Hippodrome.
Al Murray: All You Need Is Guv, Darlington Hippodrome
Al Murray's bombastic Pub Landlord character pulls pints of patriotic nonsense and crowd banter in his latest touring stand-up show.
Strangers On A Train, Darlington Hippodrome
A stage thriller based on Patricia Highsmith's story of two strangers and a deadly proposed swap of murders, full of suspense and twists.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Darlington
The multi-award-winning play based on Mark Haddon's novel, following a remarkable teenager's investigation into a neighbour's mystery, staged for a week at the Hippodrome.
June 2027
Adam Kay: This Is Going To Hurt - 10th Anniversary Tour
The former doctor turned bestselling author revisits his diaries of life as a junior doctor in a funny and moving live show marking ten years of the book.
The Mousetrap, Darlington Hippodrome
Agatha Christie's record-breaking murder mystery tours to Darlington, a chance to see the world's longest-running play and keep its famous twist secret.
August 2027
Grease, Darlington Hippodrome
The high-school musical of Danny, Sandy and the T-Birds, packed with hits such as Summer Nights, plays a summer holiday week at the Hippodrome.