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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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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.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Durham
Begin your happily ever after at Bowburn Hall Hotel and let all of the stress slide away as you celebrate the most precious day of your life with us.
Christmas and New Year
Durham City
Celebrate the season with Vivaldi's iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, brought to life as you've never heard it before.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Newton Aycliffe
Join us at Redworth Hall Hotel in County Durham for one of our wedding open days, the perfect chance to explore our stunning spaces, meet our expert team, and start shaping your celebration.
New Years Eve
Durham City
Say goodbye to the old and toast in the new with an evening of sensational food, entertainment and great company in our Józef’s Riverside restaurant.
New Years Eve
Chester le Street
Come and step back into a world of gallant knights, gracious ladies, feasting and merriment in the candlelit setting reminiscent of days gone by. Enjoy the singing and humour presented by the Court Chamberlain, Herald, Musicians and Ladies of the…
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us in the grandeur of the Knights Hall to celebrate the arrival of 2025! We will be asking everyone to dress to impress. Arrive at 7pm to a canapes and fizz reception, enjoy a delicious meal served at 8pm, then party the night away with our…
New Years Eve
Durham
Ring in the new year in style at the Golf Clubhouse with an evening of celebration, sparkle and great company.
New Years Eve
Chester le Street
Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in style with an unforgettable evening of feasting, lively entertainment, and non-stop dancing! Join us for a spectacular night that promises great food, great music, and an incredible atmosphere to ring in the…
Christmas and New Year
Stanley
A walk through winter wonderlands, a feast to follow, and a day to remember for you and your four-legged friend...
Outdoor Event
Stanley
Experience the thrill of clay pigeon shooting in the beautiful Beamish Valley.
Dark Skies
Forest-in-Teesdale
Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in County Durham.
Performance
Old Elvet, Durham
Surround yourself in the world of magic in this interactive and immersive show!
Wedding Fairs and Events
Stanley
Award Winning Wedding Venue, in the heart of the North East. South Causey Inn in County Durham offers a unique and picturesque setting, with four distinct venues to choose from. Whether you prefer a small, intimate ceremony or a grand celebration,…
Pantomimes
Beamish
Our Beamish Pantomime is back… oh yes it is! Join us in our 1950s welfare hall for a show like no other, full of music, mischief and a little touch of magic!
Stargazing Events
nr Mickleton
Due to popular demand, we have laid on this exclusive event to educate the little ones on all things spacey!
Workshop
Bishop Auckland
For the first several Saturdays of 2026, Petrichor will be devoted to learning new skills and encouraging us all to be a bit more adventurous in our making. Saturdays, booking required.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Durham
Next season, Tees Valley Weddings is hosting a wedding showcase at the beautiful 61 Durham. This isn’t your typical wedding fair – it’s designed to be more hands-on, inspiring, and personal.
Music Event
Durham City
Olivier Messiaen’s great organ work reflecting on the story of Jesus’s nativity performed on one of the country’s great cathedral organs by Daniel Cook and interspersed with readings from scripture. This recital is offered prayerfully and free of…
Pantomimes
Chester-le-Street
Mother Goose and her son Silly Billy are down on their luck, practically penniless with only Pricilla the Goose to their name until one day, a golden spell makes them EGG-straordinarily rich!
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