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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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Christmas and New Year
Bishop Auckland
Auckland Castle’s dazzling new light trail will illuminate the skies of Bishop Auckland this Christmas.
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
With personalised instruction from our esteemed visiting florist, delve into the artistry of crafting an exquisite decorative festive wreath. This includes fresh foliage and an array of seasonal flowers, berries, and embellishments, discover the…
Theatre
Fowlers Yard, Durham City
A small am dram group enlists a fading Hollywood star to play King Lear and help save their theatre.
Pantomimes
Consett
Packed full of adventure, fun, dazzling costumes, hit songs, audience participation, and all your favourite characters – Leah Bell and company return in 2024 to present the most magical fairy tale of them all – Cinderella. You’ll really have a…
Christmas and New Year
Chester le Street
As the air gets crisper and the lights twinkle, join us for a night of enchantment at our "Unwrap the Magic Early" shared Christmas party on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Kick off the festive season in style, just before the holiday rush, and immerse…
Christmas and New Year
Chester Le Street
Indulge in a festive fusion of flavours and creativity at our Bottomless Afternoon Tea with Wreath Making on Thursday, December 5th, and Friday, December 6th, from 2pm to 6pm. Enjoy an exquisite afternoon filled with seasonal treats and flowing…
Comedy
Stanley
South Causey Inn is bringing a night of excellent comedy where we will have three incredible acts taking the stage and Si Beckwith as our host for the evening, all in the beautiful Farmhouse.
Christmas Markets
Durham Market Place, Durham City
Durham Christmas Festival will return on 6th to 8th December 2024 – the perfect combination of Christmas shopping and seasonal entertainment in the unique and stunning setting that is Durham City Centre.
Christmas and New Year
Chester Le Street
All We Want For Christmas Is You!
Step into the charm of our signature Christmas Party nights with our "Make My Wish Come True" Signature Party Nights on December 7th and 14th, themed around 'All I Want for Christmas Is You'. Elevate your Christmas…
Christmas and New Year
Chester Le Street
Step into a world where Halloween meets Christmas at our Nightmare Before Christmas party on Friday, December 13th. As darkness falls, prepare for a night of thrills, chills, and festive delights. Our venue transforms into a hauntingly magical…
Christmas and New Year
Chester Le Street
Step into the grandeur of the holiday season at our pièce de résistance, 'The Big Christmas Party Bash!' on Saturday, December 21st. This extravagant affair is the crown jewel of our Christmas party calendar, offering a night of unparalleled…
Festival
Seaham
December brings us the Winter Solstice, or Yule, with the shortest daylight hours of the year and the depth of winter. This is the birth of the New Year and another turn of the Wheel, as the light increases from this point forward.
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