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Experience the vibrancy of spring with our handpicked selection of spring events in Durham.
From blooming flower festivals to outdoor concerts, immerse yourself in the season's charm and energy. Discover a world of excitement and cultural enrichment as you explore Durham's spring events. Plan your spring getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of joy amidst the beauty of the season.
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Exhibition
Durham City
Maria Cooper is a printed textile artist and designer based in County Durham. A graduate of both the Royal College of Art and the Northern School of Art, her practice is deeply rooted in the materiality of textiles, handcrafted processes and the…
Nature
Seaham
Do You Give All Your Time to Others but Not to Yourself? Celebrate Spring, with a Whole Weekend of Soothing Activities for Body, Mind and Spirit, designed to Look After You This event is for adults only in shared Tee Pee Accommodation or individual…
Children/Family events
Marley Hill, Tanfield
Celebrate Tanfield Railway’s 300th Anniversary with a Month-Long Festival!
Workshop
Barnard Castle
Join artist and curator Zoe Allen for a captivating 2-hour still life class held in the magnificent picture galleries. Inspire the artist in you as you experiment with new techniques, refine your skills, and draw inspiration from The Bowes Museum’s…
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Children/Family events
Staindrop
Join us this May Bank Holiday for the Raby Spring Garden Fair, a celebration of the garden’s reawakening after its winter slumber as spring breathes new life into the landscape.
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Be inspired to create your own fabulous fan using decorative and intricate style illustrations from the Rococo era.
Children/Family events
Beamish
In the Edwardian period, May Day was second only to Christmas in popularity and each town or village all over the country would have its own range of traditions and customs.
Festival
Mill Street, Crook
Mark your calendar for Sunday, May 4th, 2025, and join us at CrookFest, an electrifying one-day music festival held in the market town of Crook, County Durham.
Bank Holiday Weekend
Durham
Nostalgia Day is an opportunity to commemorate 80 years since VE Day!
Markets
Consett
Step into a world of creativity and craftsmanship at the first Blanchland Artisan Makers Market of 2025! Join us on Bank Holiday Monday, 5th May, in the picturesque village of Blanchland, nestled on the border of Northumberland and County Durham.
Film
‘In the Veins’ is a short film that resonates through time, using over a century of archive footage to shine a light onto the face of the mining heritage of Yorkshire and the North East of England.
Participatory Event
Staindrop
Join us for Raby Through The Lens, a relaxed and welcoming photography social held on the first Tuesday of every month.
Children/Family events
Beamish
Join in with activities as we mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
Guided Walk
Staindrop
Experience the enchanting beauty of spring with the Bluebell Walk at Raby Castle. Wander through the castle’s picturesque woodlands, where vibrant carpets of bluebells create a breath-taking natural display.
Golf Events
Durham
Open events at Brancepeth are extremely popular and usually sell out very quickly as they attract visitors from all over the North of England and beyond. We pride ourselves in making everyone’s visit to our golf course memorable by delivering…
Music Event
Bishop Auckland
A series of one hour lunchtime recitals by the cream of North East talent.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Participatory Event
Shildon
From the 1840s onward, Tea Dances have been a traditional way for Shildon to celebrate major milestones since the opening of the famous Stockton & Darlington Railway.
Workshop
Staindrop
Create Your Own Beautiful Hand-Embroidered Landscape.
Children/Family events
Newton Aycliffe
A comic con style event with special guests from TV and film, Traders, Cosplay, attractions and photo opportunities.
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