Durham Brass 2026 is coming ever closer – and Walkergate can’t wait to welcome some exciting acts to our plaza over the course of the festival weekend!
On Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th July, a selection of Durham Brass bands will swing by Walkergate for Streets of Brass!
Whether you’re planning a special trip into the city centre for the festival or simply enjoying food and drinks at one of Walkergate’s fantastic venues, you’re in for a real treat. Enjoy FREE live performances from internationally celebrated brass musicians throughout the weekend and soak up the vibrant festival atmosphere.
Saturday 18th
15:00 – 15:30 – Loud Noises
The brass band with a difference: bridging the gap between contemporary brass music and high octane dance.
15:40 – 16:10 – Artistas Del Gremio
Artistas del Gremio is a Spanish brass band featuring a stage act built on the musicality of their arrangements, high-energy live performances, and extensive audience interaction infused with playfulness and humor.
16:20 – 16:50 – Mr Wilson’s Second Liners
A rabble of mischievous northerners, Mr Wilson’s Second Liners form a traditional New Orleans style Second Line paying homage to the diehard days of the Hacienda, 90s club culture and its greatest hero, Mr Tony Wilson.
Sunday 19th
15:40 – 16:10 – Girlesque
Girlesque StreetBand is the first and only all-female street band in Italy, featuring musicians from all over Tuscany.
16:20 – 16:50 – Oompah Brass
Oompah Brass are the UK’s original rock ‘n’ roll oompah band, delivering high-energy brass covers of classic rock, pop, and party hits for any event.
Looking for parking for Durham Brass Festival? Walkergate’s secure underground car park gets you to the heart of the city so you can take in the whole festival.
