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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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Mother's Day
Beamish
Make treasured memories this Mother’s Day at Beamish!
Music Event
The College, Durham
Join Durham University Chamber Choir on a journey from prayer to deliverance, bringing together the stunning passion of Łukaszewski's Lamentations with Howells' awe-inspiring Requiem in the Chapter House of the Cathedral.
Nature
Staindrop
Enjoy a scenic tour of Raby Castle's extensive Deer Park, guided by a knowledgeable ranger who will share fascinating insights about the deer and the park's history.
Music Event
Market Place, Bishop Auckland
At last, an Irish music show that has come out of Ireland without the clichés that usually follow! There are no twee costumes or backing tracks here. Instead you get incredibly talented musicians and dancers who simply want to bring you the sound…
Concert
The College, Durham
Durham University Palatinate Orchestra's 90-piece Symphony Orchestra plays Tchaikovsky's Sixth Symphony, his Pathétique Symphony, and music by Elgar and Pejačević in Durham Cathedral.
Music Event
Durham
Durham University Palatinate Orchestra's 90-piece Symphony Orchestra plays Tchaikovsky's Sixth Symphony, his Pathétique Symphony, and music by Elgar and Pejačević in Durham Cathedral.
Fete / Fair
Peterlee
Spring is in the Air at The Peterlee Pavilion!
Workshop
Staindrop
Discover the secrets to maintaining vibrant and well-shaped shrubs in your garden! Join our Shrub Pruning Workshop, hosted our skilled Estate Gardner Jeremy.
Music Event
Howden le Wear, Crook
Richard Hills FRCO and Simon Gledhill, international theatre organists, play a variety of popular and light classical music to celebrate the 40the anniversary of the opening of the mighty Wurlitzer organ in the New Victoria Centre.
Concert
Barnard Castle
Enjoy an intimate performance by Scottish singer, Sandi Thom, at The Bowes Museum, ahead of the release of her 7th studio album.
Heritage
Chester-le-Street
Enjoy a special afternoon with cream tea at Lumley Castle with a Book Talk by bestselling author Glenda Young.
Performance
Durham City
Neil Gore, presents this SELL OUT one-person version of the classic novel by Robert Tressell featuring projection, political conjuring tricks, live music and song. Meet the famous characters and enjoy the scenes, speeches and songs, featuring the…
Comedy
Durham City
A night of comedy and politics, in support of the Durham Miners Gala.
Comedy
Barnard Castle
In his biggest live tour to date leading political comedian Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Performance, Spitting Image, HIGNFY, British Scandal) finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health.
Talks
Staindrop
Join us for an extraordinary journey into the heart of history as we unveil the hidden stories and treasures of Raby Castle. Step beyond the velvet ropes and immerse yourself in the captivating world of this centuries-old architectural masterpiece.
Exhibition
Durham
150 Years of Wedding Dresses showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and evolving trends that have defined one of the most memorable days in countless lives.
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Vivienne Westwood: Rebel - Storyteller - Visionary (28 March 2026 – 6 September 2026) is a multi-gallery exhibition honouring one of fashion's most provocative and imaginative designers.
Concert
Ushaw Moor , Durham
Welcome to listen Durham Singers performing new Easter time music. St Mark Passion is a composition for choir, orchestra and soloists by our favourite living composer Oliver Tarney.
Demonstration
Chester-Le-Street
Flower arranging demonstration by Kay Ford, titled "Sweet Charity".
Comedy
Barnard Castle
Gary tries out material just ahead of his UK tour.
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