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Ratio: Swingin’ Through The Decades (Charity Fundraiser)

Join us for an evening of The Best of Swing Jazz from 1930-2010, featuring the music of Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Prima, Imelda May, Melody Gardot and more! ย All […]

£10.00
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12 Nov Thursday

RnB: The Milk Men (SOLD OUT)

Darlington Rock & Blues Club Presents: The Milk Men are a band made up from the cream of British Rโ€™nโ€™B talent and pedigree. With former Pirate Mike Roberts on drums, […]

£16.00
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13 Nov Friday

Slade UK

Slade UK bringย  Slade back to life, recreating the legendary look, sound, and wild energy of Noddy, Jim, Don, and Dave at their peak. Performing massive anthems like Cum On […]

£15.00
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14 Nov Saturday

Music Mind Concert

Join us for ourย  Music Mind Concert, We bring you an inspiring evening of live music celebrating the talent of our weekly Music Mind Social Hub! Founded by singer-songwriter Hayley […]

£3.00
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17 Nov Tuesday

Detonata | Brain Probation | The Mรคrรคwders

Made up of Donovan Johnson, Forrest Devine, Joseph Allison, Ryan Gibson and Jack trotter, Detonata are a Heavy Rock group from Teesside dropping original music and making waves in the […]

£5.00
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18 Nov Wednesday

The Bar Steward Sons of Val Doonican (Sold Out)

Founded in Barnsley Rock City in 2006 by their outspoken and energetic ringleader, Scott Doonican,ย The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonicanย are on a mission! Far from being your typical folk ensemble, […]

ยฃ22.50
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20 Nov Friday

The Steelers

ย UK-based tribute band The Steelers, dedicated to faithfully performing the sophisticated jazz-rock catalog of the legendary US group Steely Dan The band comprises ofย  musicians and vocalists from around the […]

£20.00
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21 Nov Saturday

Gasto Promotions: Dignity- The Deacon Blue Experience

Dignity โ€“ The Deacon Blue Experience are a 6-piece all-live tribute to the iconic band Deacon Blue. Expect an Evening celebrating the hit songs and music of one of Scotlandโ€™s […]

£16.00
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27 Nov Friday

Punk Festival | Riverside Rebellion 10

This is the 10th anniversary of Riverside Rebellion andย Big Figure Promotions' fourth festival here at The Forum, featuring seven bands that include a fantastic mixture of local and national acts. […]

£22.00
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28 Nov Saturday

Open Mic Night โ€“ On The Main Stage

Open Mic Night at The Forum on the Main Stage Hosted by Ed Turnbull and Matt Bryan Turn up, plug in and play at the Forumโ€™s monthly Open Mic Night […]

Free
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02 Dec Wednesday

Bootleg Blondie (SOLD OUT)

BOOTLEG BLONDIE is the worldโ€™s No.1 official Debbie Harry & Blondie tribute band established in 2001, the only tribute to have performed with two founder members of Blondie, legendary drummer […]

£15.00
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04 Dec Friday

Hilarity Bites Comedy Club: Alex Boardman, Aaron Wood, and host Karen Bayley

Our monthly comedy night from Hilarity Bites Comedy Club with live standup comedians Alex Boardman, Aaron Wood, and host Karen Bayley โ–ช๏ธ Alex Boardman A lifelong comedy fan, Alex Boardman […]

£12.00
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05 Dec Saturday

The Forum Open Jam with Ria Robinson

Welcome to the Forum Open Jam, hosted by Ria Robinson.ย  With over 12 years of experience playing live in bands, Ria has performed in many different settings: Worked in school […]

Free
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09 Dec Wednesday

Comedy | Rob Rouse: Funny Bones

Hilarity Bites Comedy Club presentsย  Rob Rouse: Funny Bones Star of BBCโ€™s Upstart Crow, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Friday Night Project and Daveโ€™s One Night Stand. โ€œHeโ€™s a […]

£14.00
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10 Dec Thursday

RnB: Deborah Bonham Band + The Bone Idols

Darlington Rock & Blues Club Presents: Deborah Bonham, over the course of an impressive career, has established herself as one of the finest Blues, Rock and Soul singers that the […]

£20.00
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11 Dec Friday

DL21 Christmas Disco with Nathan Moore

Following the success of several School Discoโ€™s at The Forum, DL21 are taking it to the next level and going all Christmas. DL21 are proud to have Nathan Moore back […]

£22.00
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12 Dec Saturday

The Amazing Christmas Soirรฉe with T.L.C. and Friends

Join us for a cosy evening of Christmas Celebration! Carols, Hilarious Drama! Popular Christmas Songs, some surprisesโ€ฆ and of course some Christmas games! With Raffle, Christmas Cake & Mince Pies! […]

£10.00
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14 Dec Monday

The Listening Post feat. Carapace | Tunnelvision & TBC

The Listening Post is a mentoring and listening service for children and young people who live or study in Darlington. The listening sessions give students an outlet for their emotions […]

£7.00
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17 Dec Thursday

Bon Jovi Forever

Bon Jovi Forever are back ... the tribute that brings the rock legends to life with their high energy performances of all your favorite hitsโ€”from 'Livin' on a Prayer' to […]

£16.00
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18 Dec Friday

Roxy Magic

Roxy Magic is the UKโ€™s definitive and longest-running tribute to the music of Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music. Performing hits such asย  Virginia Plainย ย Avalon, Love Is the Drug, Roxy Magic […]

£20.00
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19 Dec Saturday

Music Quiz

Put your music knowledge to the test with our music quiz, featuring a mix of classic hits, iconic artists and modern favourites. Get your team together and find out who […]

£4.00
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22 Dec Tuesday

Gasto: 10CCLO

The Greatest Hits of 10cc & ELO in one fantastic tribute show! With all the hits such as Dreadlock Holiday, Mr Blue Sky, Art for Arts Sake, Turn to Stone […]

£15.00
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29 Dec Tuesday

New Years Eve LIVE!

It's that time again ! we have 2 live bands performing all night up to 2027 and beyond! Live, Romeos Pistol, Expect big tunes, classic anthems, plenty of singalongs and […]

£20.00
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31 Dec Thursday

RnB: Kirris Reviere and the Delta du Bruit

Darlington Rock & Blues Club Presents: Kirris Riviere and the Delta du Bruit launched a new era with their recent long-awaited album. Emerging from Bristol's earthy blues scene, the band […]

£16.00
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08 Jan Friday

The Jam’d

The Jam'd are back! Performing the iconic hits ofย  mod legends The Jam. Expect hits like Town Called Malice, Going Underground, That's Entertainment + many more. ย A must-see for fans […]

£14.00
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09 Jan Saturday

Limehouse Lizzy

Limehouse Lizzy: Celebrating Over Three Decades of Celtic Rock Excellence Now entering their third decade as a premier touring act, Limehouse Lizzy continues to dominate stages worldwide, keeping the legacy […]

£23.00
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14 Jan Thursday

Gasto Promotions: Rea-Loaded (A Tribute to Chris Rea)

This Chris Rea tribute show has a special local connection with Chris growing up in Middlesbrough, and finding local fame before becoming an international star. As a young lad, Chris […]

£16.00
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15 Jan Friday

Meteora

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£15.00
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16 Jan Saturday

Total Stone Roses

The Total Stone Roses are widely regarded as the UKโ€™s premier tribute to the iconic Manchester legends. Composed of professional musicians and top-tier Leeds College of Music graduates, the band […]

£16.00
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23 Jan Saturday

ELO Beatles Beyond: The Lynne and McCartney Story ยท

Get ready for a spectacular musical journey celebrating the genius of Jeff Lynne and Paul McCartney. Packed with classic hits and feel-good anthems, ELO Beatles Beyond brings the magic of […]

£14.00
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29 Jan Friday

VENTURA HIGHWAY & GROOVETRAIN

Double supergroup - double-header - get ready to feel the groove with VENTURA HIGHWAY & GROOVETRAIN West coast and yacht rock band VENTURA HIGHWAY playing tribute to the soulful songs […]

£15.00
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30 Jan Saturday

RnB Club: Gerry Jablonski Band

Aberdeenโ€™s internationally acclaimed blues-rock outfit, The Gerry Jablonski Band, has been charging with a new weapon in their arsenalโ€”frontman and powerhouse vocalist, Nicky Aiken. Since that night, the new line-up […]

£16.00
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12 Feb Friday

A Buddhist Approach to Stress & Anxiety

With international Buddhist Teacher, Kadam Bridget Heyes Evening Talk & Guided Meditation at The Forum, Darlington Finding peace and serenity in this busy, fast-paced world. Do you find yourself constantly […]

£15.00
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13 May Thursday

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