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Embrace the beauty of autumn with our curated selection of autumn events in Durham.
From harvest festivals to scenic walks, immerse yourself in the rich colors and flavors of the season. Discover the warmth of community and the charm of autumnal traditions as you explore Durham's autumn events. Plan your autumn getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of serenity amidst the changing landscapes.
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Christmas and New Year
Blackhall Colliery
Tweddle Farm’s Christmas event is a December to remember! Our well-known Santa’s Grotto gets bigger and better every year. Meet Santa and his friends within our unforgettable Winter Wonderland.
Christmas and New Year
Stanley
Forest of Light makes a welcome return for Winter 2024/25. A wonderful world of magical illuminations and fantastic lighting displays this festive period.
Theatre
Fowlers Yard, Durham City
A small am dram group enlists a fading Hollywood star to play King Lear and help save their theatre.
Christmas and New Year
Durham
From 24th November, visit Santa Claus in his Winter Lodge at Prince Bishops Place every weekend, right up until Christmas Eve! The perfect festive family activity, a visit to Santa is guaranteed to get everyone in the Christmas spirit. Children will…
Christmas and New Year
Durham
The Christmas magic starts here at Prince Bishops Place! From 24th November, climb aboard Santa’s Magical Sleigh Ride VR, located opposite Superdrug.
Christmas and New Year
Station Road , Darlington
It’s almost midnight on Christmas eve and Santa has steamed into Hopetown Darlington on Locomotion No.1.
Concert
Barnard Castle
As well as creating award-winning original songs and instrumental pieces with the folk trio Lau, Kris Drever has had a fruitful solo career exploring the cracks between classic and modern song-writing and the traditional music that he comes from.
Dark Skies
Nr Mickleton
Tonight's event promises to be a spectacular evening of astronomy.
Christmas and New Year
Sedgefield
Outdoor woodland play sessions for younger children involving storytelling, craft activities, interactive park trails, sensory experiences, and free time to explore the play equipment.
Christmas and New Year
Durham
Join us for a Christmas wreath making workshop and a delicious Afternoon Tea, in aid of St Cuthbert’s Hospice.
Get creative and add a touch of home-made festive charm to your home, while enjoying a fun time with friends.
Christmas and New Year
Bowburn
We are inviting you to the stunning Bowburn Hall Hotel, for an evening of Christmas shopping.
Talks
Eggleston, Barnard Castle
This winter we are holding a series of evening talks with the theme of examining the links between farming and nature. The talks, held at The Moorcock Inn in Eggleston, 7.30pm to 9pm, are open to farmers and landowners as well as members of the…
Christmas and New Year
Durham
Join us for a fantastic disco Christmas party night in the Clubhouse.
Christmas and New Year
Croxdale
It’s time to get festive at The Honest Lawyer Hotel with our wreath making class led by an expert florist. If you love Christmas decorations, then come and get creative with a fully guided workshop.
Arts & Crafts
Bishop Auckland
Each month, young artists get together to learn new techniques, discover the works of great artists throughout history, and create their own pieces of art. Suitable for all abilities.
Theatre
Durham City
This adaptation of 1984 reimagines Winston Smith's reconstruction, where he is forced to re-enact key moments of his life and his 'thoughtcrimes' with the help of others convicted.
Festive Shopping
Staindrop
We are delighted to announce that we will once again be offering freshly cut Christmas trees, perfect for decorating your home this holiday season.
Christmas and New Year
Barnard Castle
Taking its title from John's unforgettable song telling the Nativity story from the point of view of the animals in the stable, this show is a heart-warming look at the timeless rituals found in the folklore and folk music of England at Midwinter.
Lecture
Durham City
The enduring appeal of Cherry Blossom; Japanese author to give public lecture in Durham.
Concert
Durham
Experience live classical music like never before at Ushaw on Friday 29 November 2024.
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