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Autumn Events

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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  1. Durham Cathedral Choir singing at the Advent Procession

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    Advent Procession in Durham Cathedral

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham City

    All are welcome to join this atmospheric service to mark the start of Advent.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 19:30
    More info for Advent Procession in Durham Cathedral
  2. The Grinch in front of a Christmas tree.

    Add Merry Grinchmas Breakfast - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Merry Grinchmas Breakfast - Lanchester Garden Centre

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    Christmas and New Year

    Lanchester

    Join us for a delicious cooked breakfast, fun and photos with your favourite green mischievous character that stole Christmas.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025Open 09:00 - 10:30
    More info for Merry Grinchmas Breakfast - Lanchester Garden Centre
  3. Someone making a Christmas Wreath

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    Wreath Making and Afternoon Tea

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
    More info for Wreath Making and Afternoon Tea
  4. Durham Cricket Unwrap the Magic Early.  Advertising date and opening times.

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    Unwrap The Magic Early Christmas Party

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    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.

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    29 Nov 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    More info for Unwrap The Magic Early Christmas Party
  5. Close up shot of violinist in the Royal Northern Sinfonia

    Add Royal Northern Sinfonia: Winter Concert (Christmas at Auckland Palace) Auckland Palace to your Itinerary

    Royal Northern Sinfonia: Winter Concert (Christmas at Auckland Palace) Auckland Palace

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    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.

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    From:
    30 Nov 2025Open 13:30 - 15:30
    More info for Royal Northern Sinfonia: Winter Concert (Christmas at Auckland Palace) Auckland Palace
  6. A Skiffle group of two adults and two children in front of Beamish Museum's 1950s Welfare Hall.

    Add Skiffle Session & Uke Club - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North to your Itinerary

    Skiffle Session & Uke Club - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

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    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.

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    30 Nov 2025Open 12:00 - 14:15
    More info for Skiffle Session & Uke Club - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
  7. A table set for Afternoon Tea at the Radisson Blu

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    Festive Afternoon Tea, Sip and Celebrate

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham City

    Our festive afternoon tea is a little slice of Christmas magic, served on a tiered stand.

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    1 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
    More info for Festive Afternoon Tea, Sip and Celebrate
  8. Father Christmas sitting beside a Christmas Tree, talking to a child being held by a woman.

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    Father Christmas at Ushaw

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    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.

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    From:
    2 Dec 2025to3 Dec 2025
    From:
    6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
    More info for Father Christmas at Ushaw
  9. Close up of Jupiter

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    Jupiter The Giant Planet - Grassholme Observatory

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    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.

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    From:
    3 Dec 2025Open 20:00 - 23:00
    More info for Jupiter The Giant Planet - Grassholme Observatory
  10. Abba Tribute 'Voulez 2' members smiling. Poster decorated with snowflakes and gold stars.

    Add ABBA Mania Party Night - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa to your Itinerary

    ABBA Mania Party Night - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    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…

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    From:
    4 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 00:00
    More info for ABBA Mania Party Night - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  11. 'Celebrate The Good Times'. Image shows a woman dancing with hands clasped together.

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    Celebrate Good Times - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa

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    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:…

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    4 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
    From:
    10 Dec 2025to11 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
    More info for Celebrate Good Times - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa
  12. A Christmas evening at Beamish Museum with a vintage car and Christmas lights

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    Christmas Evenings at Beamish

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    4 Dec 2025to5 Dec 2025Open 17:00 - 21:30
    From:
    11 Dec 2025to12 Dec 2025Open 17:00 - 21:30
    From:
    18 Dec 2025to19 Dec 2025Open 17:00 - 21:30
    More info for Christmas Evenings at Beamish
  13. Wreath making poster with image of a wreath, Christmas lights and Santa hat

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    Wreath Making

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    Christmas and New Year

    West Auckland

    Add a touch of homemade charm to your Christmas with a Christmas wreath making workshop.

    Dates

    From:
    4 Dec 2025Open 10:30 - 15:00
    More info for Wreath Making
  14. Christmas Town at Bishop Auckland photo by Liam Dobinson

    Add Bishop Auckland's Christmas Town to your Itinerary

    Bishop Auckland's Christmas Town

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    4 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
    More info for Bishop Auckland's Christmas Town
  15. Beautiful red flower display.

    Add Cestrian  Flower Club to your Itinerary

    Cestrian Flower Club

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    Demonstration

    Chester-le-Street

    Flower arranging by Vanessa Wellock, National demonstrator, titled "LETS GET FESTIVE".

    Dates

    From:
    4 Dec 2025Open 18:30 - 21:30
    More info for Cestrian Flower Club
  16. Turkey and Tinsel written in gold

    Add Turkey & Tinsel - Party Night to your Itinerary

    Turkey & Tinsel - Party Night

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    Christmas and New Year

    West Auckland

    Join us in The Knights Hall for our Retro Christmas Celebration.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    From:
    12 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    More info for Turkey & Tinsel - Party Night
  17. A room at the Durham Marriott set up for a Christmas Party with balloons and table decorations

    Add Christmas Party Nights at The Durham Marriott to your Itinerary

    Christmas Party Nights at The Durham Marriott

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025to6 Dec 2025
    From:
    12 Dec 2025to13 Dec 2025
    From:
    20 Dec 2025
    More info for Christmas Party Nights at The Durham Marriott
  18. Nerina Pallot playing the piano

    Add Nerina Pallot All Roads Lead To at The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Nerina Pallot All Roads Lead To at The Bowes Museum

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    Music Event

    Barnard Castle

    A spellbinding live performer and multi-instrumentalist, Pallot’s shows are never the same twice.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025to6 Dec 2025Open 19:30 -
    More info for Nerina Pallot All Roads Lead To at The Bowes Museum
  19. Bingo Balls

    Add Bonkers Bingo - Lumley Castle Hotel to your Itinerary

    Bonkers Bingo - Lumley Castle Hotel

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 01:00
    More info for Bonkers Bingo - Lumley Castle Hotel
  20. A family attending Carols for All at Durham Cathedral.

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    Carols for All at Durham Cathedral

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham City

    ​​​​​​Sing your favourite Christmas carols with family and friends at the Carols for All services in the cathedral.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 14:30
    From:
    7 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 14:30
    More info for Carols for All at Durham Cathedral
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