What's on this Week
Find out what’s happening this week across the Culture County. From festivals and exhibitions, to sport and theatre, you’re certain to have an eventful time in Durham.
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Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Gather with us in an outdoor-inspired campsite in the Conversation Gallery. Discover the fascinating world of wildlife in the parkland, delve into the natural wonders that influenced some of the museum’s treasures and play games inspired by the…
Nature
Build a bird box from scratch and learn about the birds it may attract to nest in your garden (or in a friend’s, relative’s or your school’s garden). By spring there might be a feathered family in it!
When you're done, you can tick 'Make a home…
Family Fun
Staindrop
Spark your little one’s curiosity on all things astronomy and space, whilst reaping the benefits of outdoor play in the beautiful setting of Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. It is the perfect way to explore the wonders of the night sky, during the day!
Children/Family events
Durham
Be prepared to get messy and make your own monoprint artwork.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Stanley
South Causey Inn in County Durham offers a unique and picturesque setting, with four distinct venues to choose from. Whether you prefer a small, intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, South Causey Inn can tailor your wedding to your specific…
Theatre
Barnard Castle
Derek Jarman: film-maker, painter, gardener at Prospect Cottage, gay rights activist, writer…his influence remains as strong as it was on the day AIDS killed him in 1994.
Children/Family events
Lanchester
Join us for our very first Teddy Bear Party and create your very own keepsake bear.
Festival
Durham City
Experience the magic of Fire and Ice in Durham, a spectacular winter event transforming Durham City into a captivating wonderland.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Durham University’s Global Week takes place from March 1 offering a packed programme of events, exhibitions, talks and performances.
Local Events
Durham
Community Coffee Morning-everyone welcome.
Family Fun
Durham
See a traditional set of Japanese Hina Matsuri dolls - only displayed for a short time each year in the run up the Hina Matsuri - and create your own Emperor or Empress doll to take home.
Children/Family events
Durham
Get interactive with the Crazy Creatures visiting the Garden for the day.
Dark Skies
Nr Mickleton
Tonight's event promises to be a spectacular evening of astronomy.
Festival
The 27 September 2025 marks the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway (S&DR), which gave birth to the modern railway. To celebrate this landmark anniversary, the nine-month S&DR200 Festival will take place across…
Family Fun
Durham,
The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world.
Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts. On the surface it’s a riot of…
Festival
A mass-participation art project for visitors to festival venues, school children, care home residents and communities across the region.
Shopping Event
Durham
Headlock Vintage Sales give you the chance to browse thousands of Grade A vintage clothing items. All in the comfort of your local student union!
Workshop
Durham
Under expert tuition, try your hand at stone carving and learn more about this centuries old heritage skill.
Family Fun
Durham
Come along to the Botanic Garden to share the Day of Reflection with us. In partnership with Marie Curie.
Talks
South Road, Durham
Join Terry Deary, bestselling author of the Horrible Histories as he discusses his latest non-fiction book for adults, A History of Britain in Ten Enemies. Exploring the question of how a common enemy can unite a nation far more effectively than a…
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