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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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Christmas and New Year
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us in The Great Hall of Arendelle for Afternoon Tea where we will meet Queen Elsa, Princess Anna & Holly the elf
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland
Join Alex Hall as he swoons the night away with a tribute to Michael Buble.
Christmas and New Year
Peterlee
It's time to rewind the clock and turn up the volume at the Christmas Smash Hits Party Night – your ultimate throwback festive bash!
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland
Join us for a spellbinding fusion of pop perfection and Broadway magic.
Christmas and New Year
Beamish
In a mansion full of secret passageways and hidden surprises, the game to uncover the truth begins.
Christmas and New Year
Durham City
Following the excitement of Christmas Day morning, come together with family and friends, and let the Radisson Blu Durham do all the hard work for you to celebrate your Christmas Day in style.
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us in the grandeur of the Knights Hall for Christmas Day Lunch. Arrive from 12.30pm to a bucks fizz reception and take your seats to dine for 1pm.
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 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.
Comedy
Barnard Castle
The gloves are off and he's packing a punchline, so let's speak easy and laugh freely.
Comedy
Barnard Castle
In his trademark punchy style, Sam takes you on a whirlwind journey through the chaos of the modern.
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Join Rachel Whitworth, Curator of Fashion & Textiles for an insightful introduction to the new Joséphine: A Woman of Taste and Fashion exhibition.
Valentines Day
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Step into a night of mystery and thrill at our Eve Valentine's Masquerade Ball, co-hosted by the one and only Dean Midas! This exclusive event is inspired by the chilling, award-winning short slasher films shot in the same building by Dean Midas…
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.
Comedy
Barnard Castle
A funny, heart-warming show all about the brilliant things that happen when you grow up in a house where sign language is the first language used,
Comedy
Barnard Castle
More expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions.
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