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Spring Events

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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  1. A child holding an example of a craft made in the workshop.

    Add Tiny Wings & Tasty Things to your Itinerary

    Tiny Wings & Tasty Things

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    Children/Family events

    Lanchester

    Step into a world of imagination and creativity at our Fairy Garden Workshop, designed especially for children aged 4 and over. This magical, hands-on session invites children to explore nature while creating their very own fairy garden to take home.

    Dates

    From:
    28 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Tiny Wings & Tasty Things
  2. Mrs Smith advertising poster.

    Add Funny Way To Be Comedy: Mrs Smith - 123, Eyes on Me! to your Itinerary

    Funny Way To Be Comedy: Mrs Smith - 123, Eyes on Me!

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    Comedy

    Barnard Castle

    Mrs Smith was an ordinary teacher until she went viral on Facebook and accidentally became a comedian.

    Dates

    From:
    28 May 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for Funny Way To Be Comedy: Mrs Smith - 123, Eyes on Me!
  3. Painted ceramic handbag with the world 'Love' on the front.

    Add May Sip N Ceramics - High Farm Holiday Park to your Itinerary

    May Sip N Ceramics - High Farm Holiday Park

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    Arts & Crafts

    Bishop Auckland,

    Join us for a Sip N Ceramics evening … paint , sip ,and chill with friends in a fun, relaxed vibe!
    Your £10 booking fee is refundable against your pottery bill on the evening … pot prices vary between £16 and £34

    Dates

    From:
    29 May 2026Open 18:00 - 22:00
    More info for May Sip N Ceramics - High Farm Holiday Park
  4. A white Alpaca.

    Add Alpaca Petting to your Itinerary

    Alpaca Petting

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    Lanchester

    Join us and Fellside Alpacas for the return of our Alpaca Petting event.

    Dates

    From:
    29 May 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    More info for Alpaca Petting
  5. Crowds gather in rainbow colours to celebrate Durham Pride.

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    Durham Pride 2026

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    Festival

    Durham City

    Don't miss out on this opportunity to show your support and have a great time with friends and family. See you there!

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    From:
    30 May 2026
    More info for Durham Pride 2026
  6. Examples of fused glass made in workshop.

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    Fused Glass Workshop

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    Children/Family events

    Lanchester

    Join us and Julie's Hand Crafted Glass for our Spring Fused Glass Workshop.

    Dates

    From:
    30 May 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
    More info for Fused Glass Workshop
  7. Green truck with the name Swamp Thing painted on the side

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    Truckfest North East 2026

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    Wolsingham

    Join us for Truckfest North East and be amazed by monster trucks and arena stunt shows.

    Dates

    From:
    30 May 2026to31 May 2026Open 09:00 - 16:00
    More info for Truckfest North East 2026
  8. Marian ceramic plaque

    Add Marian Art in Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Marian Art in Durham Cathedral

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    Talks

    Durham City

    Join Professor Jane Heath from the Department of Theology and Religion at Durham University on this specially curated tour of the Marian Art in Durham Cathedral.

    Dates

    From:
    30 May 2026Open 11:00 -
    More info for Marian Art in Durham Cathedral
  9. Photograph of Simon Fowler and Oscar Harrison

    Add Simon & Oscar from Ocean Colour Scene to your Itinerary

    Simon & Oscar from Ocean Colour Scene

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    Concert

    Durham City

    Get up close and personal with Ocean Colour Scene's Simon Fowler and Oscar Harrison.

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    3 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for Simon & Oscar from Ocean Colour Scene
  10. A fairground on the street.

    Add Sacriston Party in the Park to your Itinerary

    Sacriston Party in the Park

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    Children/Family events

    Sacriston

    Free community fun day including fairground rides, inflatables, climbing wall, face-painting & much more!

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    More info for Sacriston Party in the Park
  11. A model railway including train and station.

    Add SMRC Spring Exhibition at Locomotion to your Itinerary

    SMRC Spring Exhibition at Locomotion

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    Exhibition

    Shildon

    Model railway layouts in a range of gauges.

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026to7 June 2026
    More info for SMRC Spring Exhibition at Locomotion
  12. Celebrations at the Toffee Factory front book cover.

    Add Celebrations at the Toffee Factory book launch at The Lambton Arms to your Itinerary

    Celebrations at the Toffee Factory book launch at The Lambton Arms

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    Local Events

    Chester-le-Street

    Join bestselling author Glenda Young for the book launch of the final book in the Horner's Toffee Factory and Dainty Dinah trilogy.

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Celebrations at the Toffee Factory book launch at The Lambton Arms
  13. Consett Cycling Festival

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    Consett Cycling Festival

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    Consett

    Consett Cycling Festival is set to return on Sunday 7 June. This exciting event promises a day packed with world-class racing, and free family-friendly activities for all to enjoy in the town centre.

    Dates

    From:
    7 June 2026
    More info for Consett Cycling Festival
  14. DreamWorks Shrek The Musical logo

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    Shrek The Musical

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    Theatre

    Chester-le-Street

    Based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is an award-winning fairy tale adventure.

    Dates

    From:
    10 June 2026to13 June 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Shrek The Musical
  15. Masquerade mask

    Add Durham University Student Performing Arts - Masquerade to your Itinerary

    Durham University Student Performing Arts - Masquerade

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    Concert

    Durham City

    Step into a world of glittering mystery as Durham University Student Performing Arts presents Masquerade, a night of elegance, opulence, and unforgettable music.

    Dates

    From:
    12 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for Durham University Student Performing Arts - Masquerade
  16. Mark Watson leaning against a wall

    Add Mark Watson "Before It Overtakes Us" - The Witham to your Itinerary

    Mark Watson "Before It Overtakes Us" - The Witham

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    Comedy

    Barnard Castle

    20 years in stand-up for the 'Taskmaster' cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner.

    Dates

    From:
    12 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for Mark Watson "Before It Overtakes Us" - The Witham
  17. Teams of eight racing at Durham Regatta on a beautiful sunny day against the backdrop of Durham Cathedral and Castle.

    Add The 193rd Durham Regatta 2026 to your Itinerary

    The 193rd Durham Regatta 2026

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    Sporting Event

    Old Elvet, Durham City

    Join us for a spectacular weekend of racing and bank-side entertainment.

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    From:
    13 June 2026to14 June 2026
    More info for The 193rd Durham Regatta 2026
  18. Wallace and Gromit with cymbals and a tenor horn - A Grand Day Out.

    Wallace & Gromit A Grand Day Out with Live Brass Band

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    Children/Family events

    Durham

    Spend a delightful afternoon at Redhills: Durham Miners Hall as we bring the much‑loved Wallace & Gromit classic A Grand Day Out to the big screen — complete with the joyful sound of the Durham Miners' Association Brass Band

    Dates

    From:
    14 June 2026Open 15:00 - 16:00
    More info for Wallace & Gromit A Grand Day Out with Live Brass Band
  19. Declan Poole at the Wurlitzer organ (Milwaukee USA)

    Add Music from the Mighty Wurlitzer with award winning young organist Declan Poole to your Itinerary

    Music from the Mighty Wurlitzer with award winning young organist Declan Poole

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    Howden le Wear, Crook

    Winner of the U.S. and U.K. Young Theatre Organist of the Year Award DECLAN POOLE plays a concert of favourite music at the mighty Wurlitzer theatre pipe organ in the New Victoria Centre.

    Dates

    From:
    14 June 2026Open 14:30 - 17:00
    More info for Music from the Mighty Wurlitzer with award winning young organist Declan Poole
  20. Pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith.

    Add Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral

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    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
    More info for Rachmaninov 2nd Piano Concerto by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral
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