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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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Theatre
Blackhall Colliery
Introducing a brand new musical, helping to celebrate the RNLI's 200th anniversary with a story based in Whitby, featuring the stories of those who risk everything to help others - Henry Freeman: an iconic Victorian hero.
Theatre
Wear Rd., Stanley
Introducing a brand new musical, helping to celebrate the RNLI's 200th anniversary with a story based in Whitby, featuring the stories of those who risk everything to help others - Henry Freeman: an iconic Victorian hero.
Comedy
Barnard Castle
Solo again, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's 'Phoenix Nights' returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show.
Food & Drink Festival
Chester le Street
Organisers of a hugely successful food, drink and music festival have announced plans to expand its footprint in 2024 – and are now asking traders who wish to be part of the event to apply.
Concert
Barnard Castle
Hurworth Concert Band is delighted to return to the Witham and is looking forward to bringing "Mozart to Miller" to Barnard Castle this Autumn.
Food & Drink
Wynyard
Embrace the crisp flavours of fall with our Autumn Afternoon Tea, where every sip and bite evokes the cosy charm of the season.
Theatre
Off King St., Spennymoor
A new musical, helping to celebrate the RNLI's 200th anniversary with a story based in Whitby, featuring the stories of those who risk everything to help others - Henry Freeman: an iconic Victorian hero.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Stanley
Start planning you perfect day...When you’re planning your perfect day, a visit to one of our wedding fayres is unmissable!
Nature
Newbiggin, Barnard Castle
Join mycologist Gordon Beakes for a closer look at fascinating fungi! An ideal introduction to the basics of fungi identification and their role in the environment.
Show / Display
Durham
Luxmuralis is returning for a third year to Durham Cathedral with Space
Theatre
Barnard Castle
'The Second Best Bed' by Avril Rowlands, starring Liz Grand, directed by Chris Jaeger. Liz Grand (Mrs Churchill) stars as Anne Hathaway on the night of Shakespeare's funeral.
Durham Book Festival
Durham
Book-lovers rejoice as Durham Book Festival returns for its annual outing of ideas, culture and entertainment in the heart of Durham City.
Halloween
Blackhall Colliery
Join us in the North East's most loved Pumpkin Patch! Filled with garden games, fairground rides, photo opportunities and more!
Children/Family events
Staindrop
Outdoor performance walk featuring games, story and music. Lasts approx. 45 mins.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
With a band made up of some of UK's finest country musicians, Made in Tennessee takes you through the decades of the nation's fastest growing music genre.
Comedy
Barnard Castle
TV favourite Ed Byrne returns to Barnard Castle with British Comedy Guide's No 1 Comedy show of 2023 and his most personal show to date.
Exhibition
Lanchester
An Exhibition of over 250 paintings done by members of Lanchester Art Group.
Halloween
Houghton Le Spring
Bring your Halloweenies to the farm this October to our pumpkin patch on the farm!
Stargazing Events
The North Pennines Stargazing Festival will run Friday 25 October to Sunday 3 November with lots of events spread across the North Pennines, Durham Dales and beyond.
Workshop
Staindrop
Join us for a creative and engaging Autumn Wreath Workshop set against the stunning backdrop of Raby Castle's grand Entrance Hall. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season as you craft your very own autumn-inspired wreath, perfect for adorning…
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