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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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Markets
Middleton-in-Teesdale
Farmers' Market taking place on the 4th Saturday of the month, lots of local suppliers.
Family Fun
Brasside, Durham
Step back in time with our jurassic rangers and meet magnificent creatures from the past!
Food Events
Seaham
Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of local creativity and flavours.
Festival
A celebration of the outstanding nature, wildlife, plants, and rocks found in the North Pennines National Landscape and UNESCO Global Geopark.
Children/Family events
Wynyard
Add a touch of magic to your half term adventures with children's face painting amidst the stunning gardens at Wynyard Hall.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Celebrating pride using our Ancient Egyptian collections as inspiration.
Outdoor Event
Staindrop
Join Stephen, a top qualified meditation instructor, at the enchanting Raby Castle for a transformative half-day meditation course!
Workshop
Durham City
It's 2 hours of fun filled craft, making your very own artificial wreath to take home. You can design your own or take inspiration from one of mine. Either way I'll be there to guide you throughout the session and there will be a large selection of…
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.
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.
Heritage
Staindrop
These exclusive events at Raby Castle highlight stories of some of the fascinating women who once walked our halls. From the familiar history of Cecily Neville, known as the 'Rose of Raby', to the lesser-known experiences of the women who worked in…
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Adder-ation is a family friendly event being held at Bowlees Visitor Centre on Sunday 26 May, 1pm to 4pm.
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.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Living history tableaux and exhibitions in Durham Market Place on Bank Holiday Monday, from 11am to 4pm.
Bank Holiday Weekend
Bishop Auckland
The Roman Army returns to Binchester Roman Fort to do battle against the enemy!
Family Fun
Beamish
Tap your foot along to the sound of Easington Colliery Band.
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Let's get curious in our exciting Curiosity and Conversation Spaces.
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
Bishop Auckland
Outdoor Toddlers are morning events for children under the age of five along with their parents/carers.
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