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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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Participatory Event
Seaham
Take time out to unwind and spend time within yourself, to luxuriate in the complex soundscape that surrounds and caresses you.
Theatre
Barnard Castle
Elysium Theatre Company return to the Witham with a dazzling new production of Shakespeare's immortal tragedy of love and jealousy.
Talks
Barnard Castle
Join author and comedian Marc Burrows on a journey through the life and work of Sir Terry Pratchett, based on his Locus Award-winning biography and officially endorsed by the author's estate.
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!
Historical
Staindrop
Join us for an extraordinary journey into the heart of history as we unveil the hidden stories and treasures of Raby Castle.
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.
Workshop
Stanley
Get creative at our Blacksmith Workshops. During the session you will learn traditional blacksmithing techniques with the outcome of a forged masterpiece.
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.
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