the Durham Miners' Gala
/ðə ˌdʌrəm ˌmaɪnəz ˈɡɑːlə/
/ðə ˌdɜːrəm ˌmaɪnərz ˈɡeɪlə/
- an occasion every year when the miners of Durham, England, walk together through the streets of the town. There are colourful displays, traditional brass bands, etc. The procession is led by leading members of the Labour Party and of the NUM. It is held on the second Saturday in July.