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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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Theatre
Bishop Auckland
From the team behind smash-hit plays Wor Bella, Hadaway Harry, Carrying David, Mr Covan’s Music Hall and The Great Joe Wilson comes another incredible, forgotten story about the North East.
Family Fun
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland
All aboard........for a very unique and unusual experience on Weardale Railway on Sunday 12th November 2023.
Concert
Barnard Castle
Barnard Castle Band is delighted to support The Witham and will perform a Remembrance Sunday programme filled with a variety of pieces to entertain a wide audience.
Theatre
Barnard Castle
From the team behind smash-hit plays Wor Bella, Hadaway Harry, Carrying David, Mr Covan's Music Hall and The Great Joe Wilson comes another incredible, forgotten story about the North East. On May 10, 1926, strikers accidentally derailed the Flying…
Music Event
Bishop Auckland
Introducing Live Music Monthly at The Auckland Project, a daytime series of live performance held once a month at one of our unique venues: the Spanish Gallery, Auckland Palace, and the Mining Art Gallery.
Theatre
Durham City
Rocket Theatre Company presents "Birthday Candles" by Noah Haidle, a poignant play that explores the dichotomy of human existence—our lives are both unique and unremarkable.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
An Evening of Music and Conversation. Frontman, radio and television broadcaster, author and DJ, Huey is many things at once. Coming to prominence as the frontman and driving force of the eclectic American Rap/Rock outfit Fun Lovin' Criminals,…
Christmas and New Year
Bishop Auckland
Immerse yourself in unrivalled festive splendour when Auckland Palace opens its doors for a very special new Christmas event.
Concert
The College, Durham
Time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true. A brand-new show featuring Gordy Marshall's British Carpenters and starring Sally Creedon plus musicians from London's West End. Includes Close to You, Top of the World, Rainy…
Christmas and New Year
Bishop Auckland
Be dazzled by our monumental 18th-century Neapolitan Nativity scene.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Talks
Barnard Castle
Local author Chris Foote-Wood is the elder brother of the much-loved and hugely talented comedienne, writer and actor Victoria Wood, who sadly died in 2016. Chris is selling the 20 remaining copies of his biography "Victoria Wood Comedy Genius, her…
Christmas and New Year
Seaham
Embrace the magic of Christmas and join us for our official launch of Christmas at Dalton Park on Friday 15th November from 4:00pm to 6:30pm with late night shopping till 8:30pm.
Christmas and New Year
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland
Something magical is coming to Stanhope this Christmas, with The Santa Express, a festive family train ride at Weardale Railway.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Fleeting Rumours are the North's premier Tribute band to Fleetwood Mac. Every member of the six piece band are seasoned musicians and singers renowned in their own field.
Talks
Barnard Castle
Join Ross Forbes, Programme Director at Redhills Durham, as he delves in to the history of mining and the mining community, in response to Norman Cornish and L S Lowry’s work.
Workshop
Lanchester
In this workshop you will be decorating four individual panels with coloured glass, frits and stringers that will become the side panels of a beautiful lantern.
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Step into a world of wonder and magic this holiday season at The Plotters’ Forest Enchanted Christmas Trail, this captivating trail promises an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. Twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the scent…
Demonstration
Sedgefield
Open evening demonstration by Ros Harrison titled "Winter Wonders"
Talks
Bishop Auckland
Join Morlin Ellis, Research Curator of the Spanish Gallery, for an insightful talk on the remarkable Neapolitan Nativity Scene in our collection.
Theatre
Durham City
Based on the classic comedy film from 1980, '9 to 5: The Musical' follows a trio of hard-working women and firm friends who, fed up with slaving away for their sexist, self-absorbed boss, plan to put him through a little office payback.
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