Northumberland music and festivals

Far from ordinary

Traditional Northumbrian pipes concerts, a festival on a tidal island, magical, market town music festivals and live music in rural village halls are just some of the musical delights to experience in Northumberland.

Feel the music

Hear our singers hit the high notes at local, live music sessions, relax to the sound of live orchestras in our stunning venues, and have the full, festival experience of escapism and entertainment at our festivals.

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Sunday 25 May 2025 19:00 PM

Northumberland Jazz Festival - Joe Steels Group + Norma Winstone, Nikki Iles, Mike Walker & Steve Watts

Joe Steels Group draws together some of the most exciting musicians from the North-East.

Tuesday 13 May 2025 19:30 PM

The Twangtown Paramours First UK Tour comes to Alnwick Playhouse

The Twangtown Paramours are an award-winning husband and wife Soulful Folk duo from Nashville.

Friday 15 Aug 2025 - Saturday 16 Aug 2025 11:00 AM

Derwent Fest

Taking place in the picturesque North Pennines at Derwent Waterside Park, music, fun and relaxation come together to create an unforgettable weekend at Derwent Fest.

Thursday 07 Aug 2025 18:30 PM

Traditional music at Embleton

Join Andy and Margaret Watchorn for an evening of traditional music from the area.

Sunday 25 May 2025 19:00 PM

Northumberland Jazz Festival - Catriona Bourne

Multi-instrumentalist Catriona Bourne marries technical virtuosity with unique sound-worlds.

Thursday 26 Jun 2025 18:30 PM

Traditional music at Bamburgh

Join Andy and Margaret Watchorn for an evening of traditional music from the area.

Saturday 31 May 2025 18:30 PM

Club 80s

The Club 80's Live show will take you on a rollercoaster ride back through one of the greatest eras.

Tuesday 20 May 2025 18:30 PM

Traditional music at Craster

Join Andy and Margaret for a lively evening of music and songs from Northumberland and beyond.

Friday 12 Dec 2025 19:00 PM

Newbiggin RNLI Carol Service

Have your voices ready for a Christmas Carol Service at St Bartholomew’s Church & Newbiggin RNLI.

Tuesday 08 Jul 2025 18:30 PM

Traditional music at Holy Island

Join Andy and Margaret Watchorn for an evening of traditional music from the area.

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What's on in Northumberland

Where else can you find a puffin festival, a fire festival, and a cavalcade of 150 horses and riders setting off to ‘ride the bounds’? Whatever you’re looking for, Northumberland holds year-round events for families, foodies, and festival-lovers.

Culture

Get to the heart of our history, be inspired by our architecture, experience our entertaining events and discover our talented, local artists by delving into Northumberland’s culture. Visit galleries, museums, art tours, exhibitions and more.

Silvas capitalis art installation at Kielder Water & Forest Park in Northumberland

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