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Durham, The Culture County
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Search Summary
- Location: Durham City
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Number of results: 68
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Featured Events
Journey of a Century: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum - Durham University Oriental Museum
Type
Type:
Exhibition
Durham City
Jointly organised by the Palace Museum and the Oriental Museum.
Dates
- From:
- 26 Sept 2025to31 May 2026
Durham World Heritage Day 2026
Type
Type:
Children/Family events
Durham City
Celebrate World Heritage Day on Saturday 18 April at Durham Castle & Cathedral WHS with The People’s Story.
Dates
- From:
- 18 Apr 2026Open 09:30 - 16:00
Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral
Type
Type:
Music Event
Durham
Step into the tranquil glow of candlelight and enjoy a spellbinding evening of classical music in the stunning surroundings of Durham Cathedral.
Dates
- From:
- 20 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
Durham City Run Festival
Type
Type:
Sporting Event
Durham City
Ten years after the first Durham City Run in 2016, the 5K and 10K races return to the historic city centre this July!
Experience a midsummer evening of running around some of Durham’s most iconic historic landmarks, and collect a medal and goody bag…Dates
- From:
- 16 July 2026to18 July 2026
G4 Christmas 2026 - Durham Cathedral
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Durham
Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their 'G4 Christmas' tour in the most awe-inspiring cathedrals, priories, minsters, halls and abbeys across the UK.
Dates
- From:
- 23 Nov 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
Ongoing Events
Durham Easter Fun Fair
Type
Type:
Easter
Durham City
Durham Easter Fun Fair is back! Open daily from 1pm - 3rd to 11th April. Whether you’re a thrill seeker or just fancy something new, this is one you don’t want to miss!
Dates
- From:
- 3 Apr 2026to11 Apr 2026
Easter at Adventure Valley
Type
Type:
Easter
Brasside, Durham
Adventure Valley in Durham is preparing to welcome families once again for its exciting ‘Easter Holidays’ event. Running from Friday 3rd April until Sunday 19th April 2026 inclusive, the springtime celebration promises a full day of adventure,…
Dates
- From:
- 3 Apr 2026to19 Apr 2026
Easter at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
Type
Type:
Easter
Durham
This Easter, celebrate all things spring at Ushaw, where fresh air, creativity, and family fun come together in one beautiful place.
Dates
- From:
- 3 Apr 2026to18 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Easter Egg Hunt at Crook Hall Gardens
Type
Type:
Easter
Durham City
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Crook Hall Gardens on an Easter trail.
Dates
- From:
- 3 Apr 2026to6 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 16:00
The Penguins of Madagascar Pantomime - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa
Type
Type:
Easter
Durham
Families looking for a way to keep their youngsters entertained this Easter should head for Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa where a colony of special birds are taking up residence.
Dates
- From:
- 3 Apr 2026
Easter Chick Hunt at Durham Botanic Garden
Type
Type:
Easter
Durham City
Easter Chicks are hiding in the Garden over Easter Weekend.
Pick up your spotter sheet and see how many you can find in this fun family event. Self-led activity.Dates
- From:
- 5 Apr 2026to6 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Easter Holiday Activities
Type
Type:
Easter
Durham City
Every weekday during the Easter break, get crafty painting your own pebble to reflect on the Easter message of the empty tomb or for the first week (6 - 10 April) join a free family-friendly mini tour and discover something new.
Dates
- From:
- 6 Apr 2026to19 Apr 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Playful Paths: Adventure Hunts
Type
Type:
Easter
South Road, Durham
We’re going on an Adventure Hunt – will you come and play?
Dates
- From:
- 8 Apr 2026Open 10:00 -
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- 11 Apr 2026to12 Apr 2026Open 10:00 -
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- 16 Apr 2026Open 10:00 -
Spring Creations at Wharton Park
Type
Type:
Easter
Durham City
Learn the skill of willow weaving this Easter at Wharton Park, children will learn to make a willow basket and bunny wreath.
Dates
- From:
- 8 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
Durham Castle Family Fun Tours
Type
Type:
Children/Family events
Durham City
Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun tour around Durham Castle, with activities for children throughout!
Dates
- From:
- 10 Apr 2026Open 13:45 - 15:45
Big Science - St Johns Hall Meadowfield
Type
Type:
Children/Family events
Meadowfield
Science experiments for over 5's.
Dates
- From:
- 12 Apr 2026Open 11:00 - 12:15
The Music of Prince: The Candlelight Concert
Type
Type:
Concert
Durham City
A full live band, accompanied by four powerhouse vocalists, will take you on a journey through Prince's greatest hits. Sing along to anthems like Purple Rain, When Doves Cry, Kiss, and 1999.
Dates
- From:
- 15 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:45
North East Festival of Blossom 2026: History walk - Crook Hall Gardens to Durham Uni Botanic Garden
Type
Type:
Guided Walk
Durham City
A walk through the city to appreciate its riverside location, history and architectural heritage, enjoying blossom along the way.
Dates
- From:
- 17 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
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- 19 Apr 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
Tunde of Lighthouse Family Live
Type
Type:
Concert
Durham City
Hear Pop-Soul Singer, Tunde, of Lighthouse Family perform live with a full band.
Dates
- From:
- 17 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
B*Witched Live in Durham Cathedral
Type
Type:
Concert
Durham City
Join us in April as iconic 90s pop group B*Witched perform a very special show inside the beautiful surroundings of Durham Cathedral.
Dates
- From:
- 18 Apr 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
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