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Tender: Development and Delivery of Flagship Cultural Festival – County Durham 2027

Released about 2 months ago

Closed08 Oct 2026

Est. valueEstimate£30K to £140K

LocationNorth East

AgencyDurham County Council

SourceFind a Tender

CategoryArts & Culture

Submissions closedClosed Thu, 8 Oct 2026

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Durham County Council is seeking an experienced and innovative delivery partner to develop and deliver a new flagship cultural event for County Durham. The Council is looking for a bold, ambitious and distinctive proposition that represents a step change from traditional festival models and has the potential to become a recurring, nationally recognised event; the proposal must be original, participatory and rooted in County Durham's unique identity, bringing together culture, creativity, innovation, technology and community engagement to create a defining cultural moment that enhances reputation and delivers lasting cultural, social and economic benefits. Proposals must demonstrate strong opportunities for participation, skills development and talent progression, particularly for children and young people, and ensure local communities play an active role in shaping and delivering the event.

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