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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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Festival
Durham City
Durham Pride is returning for 2024 and promises to be the biggest celebration of LGBT+ diversity Durham has ever seen!!
Local Events
Chester-le-Street
Join bestselling local author Glenda Young at the launch of The Toffee Factory Girls. Inspired by Horner's Toffee Factory and Dainty Dinah toffee of Chester-le-Street.
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Adder-ation is a family friendly event being held at Bowlees Visitor Centre on Sunday 26 May, 1pm to 4pm.
Show / Display
Stanley
On Sunday, 26th May visitors will have the special chance to see a variety of unusual and quirky cars at Beamish museum.
Outdoor Event
Seaham
Mental Health Swims is an award-winning, mental health peer support community. The regular dip at Seaham takes place on the last Sunday of every month - booking required.
Bank Holiday Weekend
Bishop Auckland
The Roman Army returns to Binchester Roman Fort to do battle against the enemy!
Children/Family events
Durham City
Living history tableaux and exhibitions in Durham Market Place on Bank Holiday Monday, from 11am to 4pm.
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Let's get curious in our exciting Curiosity and Conversation Spaces.
Family Fun
Beamish
Tap your foot along to the sound of Easington Colliery Band.
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Join us for this free family friendly event at Bowlees Visitor Centre on Tuesday 28 May, 11am to 1pm, and discover the amazing underwater life of a stream.
Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
Outdoor Toddlers are morning events for children under the age of five along with their parents/carers.
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
If you are looking for spectacular family entertainment with the WOW factor, look no further than Megaslam!
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Come and help us in this family friendly session to rebuild our bug hotel at Bowlees Visitor Centre on 29 May, 2.30pm to 4pm. 'Buggingham Palace' is in great need of some renovation.
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Come join us on a family friendly bee walk with local bee expert, Mandy Oliver to learn how to identify bumblebees. If we are lucky with the weather we will catch a few to have a closer look it.
Children/Family events
Lanchester
Join us for some more hair-raising fun with another helping of our Hair Braids & Milkshakes event.
Exhibition
Durham City
Join poet, picture-maker and playwright Lizzie Lovejoy in a workshop to combine creative writing and visual art.
Exhibition
Durham City
See our new photography exhibition all about the first attempts to climb Mount Everest and make your own cool mountain collage.
Outdoor Event
Durham City
Have a go at outdoor games and mini-sports activities for all the family.
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Outdoor Toddlers are morning events for children under the age of five along with their parents/carers.
Exhibition
Durham City
Join us for a print launch of the Gentian and drink reception at the Oriental Museum. Poems written during our 'living objects' workshop will also be displayed in an exhibition around the museum. As well as an open mic, all welcome!
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