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Experience the vibrancy of spring with our handpicked selection of spring events in Durham.
From blooming flower festivals to outdoor concerts, immerse yourself in the season's charm and energy. Discover a world of excitement and cultural enrichment as you explore Durham's spring events. Plan your spring getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of joy amidst the beauty of the season.
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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.
Sporting Event
Staindrop
Raby Castle will be hosting the Teesdale Races. Enjoy a picturesque 2.5k, 5k or 10k Race in the magnificent backdrop of Raby Castle.
Dance
Durham City
See a vibrant programme of dance work.
Workshop
Lanchester
Come along and join us for an afternoon of needle felting with Leanne from Hippy Lizard.
Nature
Forest in Teesdale, Barnard Castle
A guided tour of Widdybank pastures and wildflower meadows. Over 30 species of bird have been seen on this route including ring ouzel, raven and black grouse!
Nature
Seaham
Start your week relaxing in nature, with guided mindful practices to soothe body, mind and soul. Two hours in the beautiful surroundings of Dalton Moor Farm, beside Murton, Seaham.
Historical
Durham
Come and enjoy free history tours of Durham Market Hall, hosted by local historian and archivist, David Butler.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Join us for some fun, FREE autism-friendly crafts for families at the Oriental Museum on Thursday 16 May 5.00 - 7.00pm, when the galleries are generally quieter.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Celebrate the most important day in the Buddhist calendar and join us for making, meditation, talks on Buddhism, traditional Buddha Bathing and much more.
Children/Family events
Newton Aycliffe
Cliffecon is a new comic con and pop culture event for County Durham! Come and meet special guests from film,TV and media.
Music Event
Blanchland
To kickstart the 2024 garden gigs, we have our very own Sophia Anderson singing in the garden and if we are lucky, Sophia may even sing some of her own music! Join us from 3pm until 5pm where snacks and drinks will be available to purchase.
Concert
Durham
Durham Choral Society and Orchestra present a programme of music that evokes night-time from Dusk 'til Dawn.
Workshop
Staindrop
Nothing says Spring like a fresh bouquet of flowers and why not learn along the way how to make the most of fresh seasonal flowers at our Spring Floral Workshop?
Festival
Shildon
Shildon AFC is hosting it's first festival at Dean Street - The Shildon Shindig! There will be junior and senior football games including a charity game between ManHealth and The Solan Connor Fawcett Family Cancer Trust. There will be live music,…
Comedy
Durham
Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making!
Workshop
Lanchester
In this workshop you will make 2 pictures, 3 different shapes to choose from. Your expert will explain the glass and how it all works along with helping you create your own designs.
Music Event
Stanhope
Do you enjoy singing? Come along to our workshop for an afternoon of fun and song. Led by Marie Clair Breen.
Children/Family events
Stanley
Join us at Beamish Museum on Saturday, 18th and Sunday, 19th May to celebrate the important contribution children and young people made towards fundraising during this period, as well as the great work they do nowadays.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Alligator Gumbo are an exciting 7 piece band playing jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans swing/jazz era, in particular the "roaring 20s".
Guided Walk
Witton-le-Wear
Members of Durham Wildlife Trust are invited to meet our team for a guided walk around Low Barns. Find out more about Durham Wildlife Trust, the history of the reserve and gain an insight into the Trust's future plans.
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