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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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Music Event
Barnard Castle
Real life brothers Colin and Steve Temple are the UK's No.1 Tribute to The Everly Brothers as voted for by the National Tribute Music Awards 2017.
Festival
South Road, Durham City
Through authentic voices from letters, diaries, court papers, and other day-to-day records from their collections, The Story will uncover the impact of the Stockton & Darlington Railway on the socio-economic fabric of the region.
Children/Family events
Durham
See the sheep shearer at work giving a series of Sheep Shearing demonstrations over the Bank Holiday weekend, Saturday 25th, Sunday 26th & Monday 27th May 2025. Demonstrations start from 12 noon. All the other usual activities are available…
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…
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Find out what is fabulous about Geoparks around the world (including the North Pennines) and get hands on with activities.
Performance
Durham
Slam of the North brings together the best performance poets from five northern universities to compete over one exciting evening!
Festival
Stockton on Tees
Following a major redevelopment, Preston Park will open its new exhibition space with Tracks of Change, a series of exhibitions exploring the impact and legacy of the Stockton & Darlington Railway.
Festival
Shildon
As part of the S&DR200 celebrations, two special public art installations will be unveiled in 2025, each capturing a unique story of the Stockton & Darlington Railway’s legacy and its connection to the community.
Festival
Staindrop
Raby Castle will celebrate the year with stories associated with 19th-century inventions, including the reactions of landowners and farmers to trains, as well as how travel evolved into a privilege for the upper classes from their collections.
Festival
Shildon
The exhibition will feature the winning entries from a competition to find the UK’s most promising young railway photographers.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
'One wild night tour' – The only Bon Jovi tribute show you need to see!
Sporting Event
Chester le Street
The England men’s and women’s cricket teams will return to Durham’s Seat Unique Riverside stadium in 2025 with two one day internationals against stellar opposition.
Show / Display
Beamish
Admire the work of Durham Photographic Society in this photography exhibition.
Children/Family events
Beamish
Enjoy a special horse-themed weekend at the museum!
Wellness Event
Stanley
Join us for a celebration of all thing’s wellness, personal growth and spiritual exploration. Let’s raise life's good vibrations.
Children/Family events
Staindrop
Open Farm Sunday will feature our local produce market, exciting tractor rides and much more!
Religious Event
Durham
Celebrate with local churches at Durham Cathedral for Pentecost Praise, a joyous and thankful service.
Theatre
Chester-le-Street
Rock of Ages takes you back to the time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair!
Music Event
Barnard Castle
The Specials Ltd are the world's most authentic and original tribute to 2-Tone Records Legends, The Specials.
Fete / Fair
Durham
The Specialist Plant and Garden Fair is back on Saturday 14 June 2025, once again we’re teaming up with Plant Heritage North East to bring you a special day!
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