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From festivals and fetes to vintage vehicles and open air theatre, enjoy a packed autumn of fun in Durham with events to enthral and excite the whole family.
Experience the magic of autumn in Durham with our curated guide to seasonal highlights. Immerse yourself in a tapestry of fall events, from vibrant festivals and cultural showcases to outdoor activities that capture the essence of the season. Revel in the warmth of harvest celebrations, enjoy autumnal arts and culture, and savor the delights of culinary events. Explore Durham's autumn highlights and embrace the richness of this enchanting season with a diverse array of experiences.
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Halloween
Chester-le-Street
Calling all young Witches & Wizards! It’s a new term at Lumley, the school for young witches and wizards. The evil witch Morgana has returned to the school to get revenge on her old teachers, especially the headmaster Professor Grumblebore.
Halloween
Durham
Are you brave enough to come to Hall Hill Farm between 26th October - 3rd November 2024 for a ghoulishly-good time? There are lots of extra activities- including giant scarecrows, haunted Sheep Race, Mini Monster Maze, Trick or Treat treasure hunt, …
Concert
Barnard Castle
Renowned Westcountry songwriter Steve Knightley, former Show of Hands frontman, announces a groundbreaking nationwide solo tour—the first since the iconic band disbanded. With a reputation for haunting narrative songs and captivating storytelling,…
Farmers Market
Bishop Auckland
Discover the charm of Bishop Auckland at our unique Farmers Market, where history and tradition blend seamlessly! Nestled in the heart of the town and leading into the stunning Palace Grounds, this market offers more than just a shopping experience.
Halloween
Durham
Activate Theatre are going all out to host a spinetingling spectacular. With a party for children aged 4-7 and a party for aged 8-12, we are anticipating monstrous fun!
MONSTER BASH – PARTY GAMES AND DANCES FOR AGES 4-7YRS Come and join the…
Halloween
Lanchester
Join us for a delicious cooked breakfast, fun and photos with your favourite Vamp new kid on the block.
Master Class
Wynyard
Discover the secrets of timeless beauty at the exclusive Charlotte Tilbury Masterclass, hosted at Wynyard Hall. In partnership with Charlotte Tilbury, Fenwick.
Halloween
Chester-le-Street
Join us for a thrilling Halloween market experience on Sunday 27th October!
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
This Autumn we’re hunting high and low to find plants, flowers and animals around the Museum. Listen to stories, sing songs and explore in this 1 hour session. Suitable for families with children under 5 years.
October Half Term
Durham
Come and make an autumnal wreath or garland using the art of printmaking.
October Half Term
Durham
Observe the colours of autumn by using decoupage to decorate a lantern before using a battery powered tea light to illuminate the dark evenings.
Stargazing Events
Barnard Castle
Celebrate the North Pennines Stargazing Festival with astronomy, storytelling, arts and crafts and wildlife trail. Suitable for all ages with facts, food and fun for everyone.
Durham Book Festival
The Little Read campaign will give away 500 picture books to libraries around County Durham, encouraging children to read for pleasure and be part of a shared moment for the county. Following the events at the festival, you’ll be able to take part…
Halloween
Beamish
Come along for a family friendly evening with Beamish Museum’s Halloween Evenings on 28th, 29th and 31st October, 5pm – 9.30pm.
Performance
Barnard Castle
Nigel Planer is a comedy legend, an actor, writer and more importantly for this show he's a great poet. He joins Henry Normal, BBC Radio 4's
'poet in reticence' to reunite a team that entertains, educates and informs. Expect poetry, stories, jokes,…
Halloween
Sedgefield
Forest Club is a hands-on experience designed to teach children about the natural world around them taking place in our outdoor learning area. This play based session will offer a variety of familiar and new activities for children to try out with a…
Halloween
Lanchester
Join us and Bath Bomb Bons for a morning of Halloween Bath Bomb fun where the children will make two bath bombs each.
Stargazing Events
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland
Enjoy Weardale's dark skies! The experience commences from 1600 at Stanhope Station with exciting space themed activities for all the family.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Join us during the Autumn half-term, on Palace Green from Tuesday 29 October to Thursday 31 October (10am-4pm) and enjoy three fun-packed and fascinating days of free family activities.
Halloween
Stanley
Special Halloween Shopping Market at South Causey Inn.
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