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Winter Events

Embrace the enchantment of winter with our curated selection of winter events in Durham.

From festive markets to seasonal performances, immerse yourself in the magic of the season. Discover the warmth of community and the joy of celebration as you explore Durham's winter events. Plan your winter break filled with unforgettable experiences and festive delights.

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  1. Poster advertising the event with an image of the book Sybil the Squirrel.

    Add Michael Quinlyn-Nixon The Tale of Sybil  the Squirrel Story and Drawing Class to your Itinerary

    Michael Quinlyn-Nixon The Tale of Sybil the Squirrel Story and Drawing Class

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    Pelton

    Join local author Michael Quinlyn -Nixon at Pelton Library for a story and drawing class of The Tale of Sybil the Squirrel , Wednesday 25th February 2.30-3.30pm.

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    From:
    25 Feb 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30
    More info for Michael Quinlyn-Nixon The Tale of Sybil the Squirrel Story and Drawing Class
  2. Poster advertising event with an image of the book The Smallest Sheepdog.

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    Cait Scott The Smallest Sheepdog

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    Children/Family events

    Eden Lane, Coundon

    Come along to Coundon Library on Wednesday 25th of February for a story and craft by local author Cait Scott from the Little Sheepdog series. Suitable for primary school age 5-10 years , 10.30-11.30am

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    25 Feb 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
    More info for Cait Scott The Smallest Sheepdog
  3. Angela Barnes

    Add Funny Way To Be Comedy: Angela Barnes - ANGST to your Itinerary

    Funny Way To Be Comedy: Angela Barnes - ANGST

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    Comedy

    Barnard Castle

    A brand-new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo. Angela is a worrier. Whatever it is, she'll worry about it. But don't let that worry you – she'll worry enough for the both of you.

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    25 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for Funny Way To Be Comedy: Angela Barnes - ANGST
  4. Collabro: The Harmonies Tour. Poster shows half of the faces of four members of the group

    Add Collabro: The Harmonies Tour - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Collabro: The Harmonies Tour - Durham Cathedral

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    Concert

    The College, Durham

    To celebrate their famous harmonies, the boys are touring the UK's most beautiful cathedrals for stunning, intimate, piano-led concerts.

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    26 Feb 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for Collabro: The Harmonies Tour - Durham Cathedral
  5. Poster showing detail of event with images of a fairground and bus made from Lego.

    Add Lego Story Workshop to your Itinerary

    Lego Story Workshop

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    Seaside Lane, Easington

    Story themed Lego workshop at Easington Library for children , Thursday 26th February 10.30-11.30am.

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    26 Feb 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
    More info for Lego Story Workshop
  6. group of people in colours t shirts smiling at camera inside Locomotion museum.

    Add Be a Record Breaker to your Itinerary

    Be a Record Breaker

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    Shildon

    Join in with our "Do the Locomotion" GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ official attempt!

    On Thursday 26 February we are planning to do our very own special record-breaking attempt for the greatest number of people simultaneously performing the “Locomotion”…

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    26 Feb 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Be a Record Breaker
  7. Poster for Funergy event with date, time, contact details.

    Add FUNergy: The ULTIMATE Half-Term Blast! to your Itinerary

    FUNergy: The ULTIMATE Half-Term Blast!

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    Peterlee

    Get ready for a super fun, active day this Thursday 26th February 2026 at Shotton Hall Banqueting Suites.

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    26 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for FUNergy: The ULTIMATE Half-Term Blast!
  8. Poster advertising event with an image of the book Help We Need a Story.

    Add James  Harris, Help We Need a Story at Sacriston Library to your Itinerary

    James Harris, Help We Need a Story at Sacriston Library

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    Sacriston

    Come along to Sacriston Library on Thursday 26th February 2.30-3.30pm to see James Harris one of our local authors for a lively session of Help We Need a Story.

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    26 Feb 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30
    More info for James Harris, Help We Need a Story at Sacriston Library
  9. Poster advertising event with an image of the book Help We Need a Story.

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    Help We Need a Story

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    Chilton

    Come along to Chilton Library to hear local author James Harris read his Help We Need a Story,10.30-11.30am on Thursday 26th of February.

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    26 Feb 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
    More info for Help We Need a Story
  10. The popular street food markets will return to Stanley Front Street on Friday 27 February

    Add Stanley Street Food Market to your Itinerary

    Stanley Street Food Market

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    Markets

    Stanley

    Sizzling street food, fire pits, toasted marshmallows and family friendly entertainment.

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    From:
    27 Feb 2026Open 15:00 - 20:00
    More info for Stanley Street Food Market
  11. Year of The Horse – Chinese New Year Celebration

    Add Year of The Horse – Chinese New Year Celebration to your Itinerary

    Year of The Horse – Chinese New Year Celebration

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    New Year Celebrations

    Shadforth, Durham

    Join us for an unforgettable Chinese New Year evening as we celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse in style!

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    From:
    27 Feb 2026Open 19:00 -
    More info for Year of The Horse – Chinese New Year Celebration
  12. A woman and child taking part in craft activities in Durham Castle.

    Add Durham Castle Family Fun Tours to your Itinerary

    Durham Castle Family Fun Tours

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    Children/Family events

    Durham City

    Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun tour around Durham Castle, with activities for children throughout! 

    Dates

    From:
    27 Feb 2026Open 13:45 - 16:00
    More info for Durham Castle Family Fun Tours
  13. Poster advertising the event with an image of a book by Liz Million.

    Add Draw Along with Liz Million at Shotton Library to your Itinerary

    Draw Along with Liz Million at Shotton Library

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    Children/Family events

    Shotton Colliery

    Love Art, Love to Draw ? why not come along to Shotton Library on Friday 27th of February 10.30am- 12noon for a interactive drawing session with our favourite illustrator Liz Million.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Feb 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
    More info for Draw Along with Liz Million at Shotton Library
  14. Four Caring Bears in yellow, orange, pink and green.

    Add Build A Caring Bear Workshop - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Build A Caring Bear Workshop - Lanchester Garden Centre

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    Children/Family events

    Lanchester

    Join us for our very first Build A Caring Bear Workshop and create your very own keepsake large huggable bear.

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    From:
    27 Feb 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
    More info for Build A Caring Bear Workshop - Lanchester Garden Centre
  15. Gordon Buchanan standing in front of a lake.

    Add Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan - Gala Durham to your Itinerary

    Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan - Gala Durham

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    Theatre

    Durham

    Due to phenomenal demand, award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road again in 2026, continuing the success of his biggest ever live tour - Lions and Tigers and Bears.

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    From:
    27 Feb 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan - Gala Durham
  16. Poster advertising the event with an image a book by Liz Million.

    Add Liz Million at Barnard Castle Library to your Itinerary

    Liz Million at Barnard Castle Library

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    Children/Family events

    2 Hall Street, Barnard Castle

    Love Art, Love to draw ? pop along to Barnard Castle on Friday 27th February 2.30-4pm for a interactive drawing session with our favourite illustrator Liz Million.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Feb 2026Open 14:30 - 16:00
    More info for Liz Million at Barnard Castle Library
  17. child poses with ice culture and flame lit torch outside Durham Cathedral.

    Add Fire and Ice Durham to your Itinerary

    Fire and Ice Durham

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    Festival

    Durham City

    Experience the magic of Fire and Ice in Durham, a spectacular winter event transforming Durham City into a captivating wonderland.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for Fire and Ice Durham
  18. Children attending an event at the Oriental Museum in Durham.

    Add Spring Festival Spectacular to your Itinerary

    Spring Festival Spectacular

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    Children/Family events

    South Road, Durham City

    You are all warmly invited to attend the annual Spring Festival Spectacular celebration on Saturday 28 February, 6-8pm.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
    More info for Spring Festival Spectacular
  19. The Pitman's Parliament room in Redhills Miners Hall

    Add Discover Redhills: Past, Present and Future Guided Tour to your Itinerary

    Discover Redhills: Past, Present and Future Guided Tour

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    Heritage

    Durham City

    Whether you’re passionate about Durham’s coalfield heritage, curious about social change, or simply looking for a unique experience, a Redhills tour offers a rare insight into the power of community and solidarity.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026Open 12:00 - 13:30
    From:
    4 Mar 2026Open 16:00 - 17:30
    From:
    15 Mar 2026Open 12:00 - 13:30
    More info for Discover Redhills: Past, Present and Future Guided Tour
  20. Event advertising poster showing date and time with images of retro music badges.

    Add The Loud not Loud Music Club at The Pavilion to your Itinerary

    The Loud not Loud Music Club at The Pavilion

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    Music Event

    Peterlee

    Alternative anthems, cult classics & deep cuts from the 70s, 80s & 90s  

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026Open 18:00 - 23:00
    More info for The Loud not Loud Music Club at The Pavilion
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