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Embrace the beauty of autumn with our curated selection of autumn events in Durham.
From harvest festivals to scenic walks, immerse yourself in the rich colors and flavors of the season. Discover the warmth of community and the charm of autumnal traditions as you explore Durham's autumn events. Plan your autumn getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of serenity amidst the changing landscapes.
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Christmas and New Year
Durham City
All are welcome to join this atmospheric service to mark the start of Advent.
Christmas and New Year
Lanchester
Join us for a delicious cooked breakfast, fun and photos with your favourite green mischievous character that stole Christmas.
Christmas and New Year
Beamish
Join us for a charming wreath-making experience with estate-grown greenery, a glass of prosecco, and a delicious festive afternoon tea.
Christmas and New Year
Chester-le-Street
Join us on Saturday 29th November at Banks Homes Riverside for an enchanting night filled with festive cheer, joyful music, and twinkling lights, our way of helping you kick off the season before the December madness takes hold.
Concert
Market Place, Bishop Auckland
Join us for a magical Winter Concert with Royal Northern Sinfonia, directed by leader Maria Włoszczowska in the intimate setting of St Peter's Chapel at Auckland Palace.
Music Event
Beamish
Join us for an afternoon of skiffle music in the 1950s welfare hall! Enjoy our own band, Hop, Skiffle and Jump performing from 12pm until 1pm, followed by our Uke Club from 1.15pm until 2.15pm where you can develop your ukulele skills.
Christmas and New Year
Durham City
Our festive afternoon tea is a little slice of Christmas magic, served on a tiered stand.
Christmas and New Year
Durham
Ho Ho Ho! Step into the festive fun and meet Father Christmas at Ushaw this December, on select dates for a truly magical experience.
Stargazing Events
nr Mickleton
On these dark starry nights, we are treated to a planetary delight as this celestial heavyweight lines up for our telescopes.
Christmas and New Year
Durham
Dust off your flares and hit the dance floor. Join Voulez 2 for an evening of ABBA Mania, packed with sparkling outfits, iconic vocals and all the timeless anthems you know and love. A night of pure nostalgia and non-stop disco energy awaits…
Christmas and New Year
Durham
Join us for an unforgettable lunchtime show packed with iconic hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s. With live singers, dancers and a hearty festive lunch, it’s the perfect way to celebrate with friends, colleagues or loved ones. Arrival: 11:00 | Lunch:…
Christmas and New Year
Beamish
Immerse yourself in an extra-special enchanting evening at Beamish. Enjoy twinkling lights, festive entertainment, and seasonal treats under the night sky.
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland
Add a touch of homemade charm to your Christmas with a Christmas wreath making workshop.
Christmas and New Year
Bishop Auckland
Step into a world of festive wonder at Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town, 4-7 December 2025! Join us for four unforgettable days filled with twinkling lights, enchanting markets, live entertainment, and the magic of Santa’s Grotto.
Demonstration
Chester-le-Street
Flower arranging by Vanessa Wellock, National demonstrator, titled "LETS GET FESTIVE".
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland
Join us in The Knights Hall for our Retro Christmas Celebration.
Christmas and New Year
Durham City
Whether you are organising an event for yourself and a group of friends or a corporate Christmas party, our Joiner Party Nights are always evenings to remember at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Durham Royal County.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
A spellbinding live performer and multi-instrumentalist, Pallot’s shows are never the same twice.
Food & Drink
Chester le Street
Craziest bingo ever, with our "sassy and not classy" drag host and with some just as fabulous prizes... Strictly over 18’s only and not for the easily offended.
Christmas and New Year
Durham City
Sing your favourite Christmas carols with family and friends at the Carols for All services in the cathedral.
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