Into the Light: Spotlight Series 2026 Launch

Brighten up your January at our first Spotlight event & be part of shaping our county's cultural infrastructure. Includes FREE food/drinks.

Join us for the Into the Light: Spotlight Series 2026 Launch

Brought to you by County Durham's cultural growth programme, Into the Light, we're kicking off the 2026 Spotlight Series with a fantastic FREE in-person event near to Durham city centre.

Spotlight is an opportunity to be part of something special. Our events will bring together creatives, cultural leaders, and industry partners, to grow a stronger cultural infrastructure in our county.

In 2026, our aim is to create more opportunities for the vibrant creative community in County Durham. From 5pm, grab your welcome drink and come and say hi 👋

· Meet like-minded individuals and create new connections.

· Be among the first to shape our upcoming programme / discuss future opportunities for culture in our county.

· Be inspired by our guest speakers.

· An opportunity to put your questions to our panel (line-up to be revealed).

Plus FREE pizza and drinks! 🍕