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Arts Activities

Immerse yourself in the vibrant arts scene of Durham with our curated guide to arts activities.

Explore a diverse range of cultural events, from live performances and craft workshops to visual arts exhibitions and community showcases. Whether you're a fan of performing arts, visual creativity, or cultural experiences, Durham offers a rich tapestry of events to indulge your artistic interests. Stay informed and engaged with the latest arts and cultural activities happening in Durham.

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  1. A selection of fused glass Christmas decorations - Christmas trees, gingerbread biscuits, snowmen

    Add Christmas Fused Glass Workshop & Festive Refreshments - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Christmas Fused Glass Workshop & Festive Refreshments - Lanchester Garden Centre

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Bargate Bank, Lanchester

    Have you ever fancied trying a fused glass workshop? Join us and Julie's Hand Crafted Glass for our Christmas Fused Glass Workshop.

    Dates

    From:
    8 Nov 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
    More info for Christmas Fused Glass Workshop & Festive Refreshments - Lanchester Garden Centre
  2. Two girls drawing at the Young Artists' Club - The Auckland Project

    Add No.42 - Young Artists’ Club - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    No.42 - Young Artists’ Club - The Auckland Project

    Type

    Type:

    Local Events

    Bishop Auckland

    Discover the works of great artists throughout history, and create your own pieces of art. Thursdays.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    29 July 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for No.42 - Young Artists’ Club - The Auckland Project
  3. Silver spinner ring and tools.

    Add Silver Spinner Ring Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Silver Spinner Ring Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Lanchester

    A jewellery making workshop with Simply Smallholding is an experience to remember.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Oct 2025Open 09:00 - 13:00
    More info for Silver Spinner Ring Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre
  4. Someone partaking in an 'Artist Makers' session at The Bowes Museum

    Add Artist Makers - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Artist Makers - The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Barnard Castle

    Make time for making; join in and get creative. An opportunity to try out new techniques, materials and experiment with the Museum’s team of artists, makers and designers in the Create Space.

    Dates

    From:
    4 Jan 2025to3 Jan 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Artist Makers - The Bowes Museum
  5. Heart-Shaped Autumn Wax Melts

    Add Luxury Autumn Wax Melts Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Luxury Autumn Wax Melts Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Bargate Bank, Lanchester

    Autumn workshop. Make a beautiful set of seaside scented wax melt decorations with Bobella Co!

    Dates

    From:
    7 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
    More info for Luxury Autumn Wax Melts Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre
  6. Illuminated ceramic pumpkins

    Add Sip and Ceramics to your Itinerary

    Sip and Ceramics

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Bishop Auckland

    Join us for an evening of pottery painting and fun.

    Dates

    From:
    24 Oct 2025Open 18:30 - 21:30
    More info for Sip and Ceramics
  7. Watercolour of a church, houses, countryside and blue skies - Matt Scott Art

    Add Exploring Watercolours with Matt Scott Art - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Exploring Watercolours with Matt Scott Art - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Arts & Crafts

    Staindrop

    Immerse yourself in the calming and creative world of watercolour painting in this 3-hour workshop, perfect for beginners and those looking to develop their skills. Led by an experienced instructor, the session will cover a range of techniques…

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 13:00
    More info for Exploring Watercolours with Matt Scott Art - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
  8. Silver Charm Bracelets

    Add Silver Charm Bracelet Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Silver Charm Bracelet Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Bargate Bank, Lanchester

    A jewellery making workshop with Simply Smallholding is an experience to remember.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Oct 2025Open 13:45 - 17:00
    More info for Silver Charm Bracelet Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre
  9. An artist sketching.

    Add Drawing in the Galleries - The Spanish Gallery to your Itinerary

    Drawing in the Galleries - The Spanish Gallery

    Type

    Type:

    Arts & Crafts

    Bishop Auckland

    Step into the world of Spanish masterpieces with our Drawing in the Galleries series. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Golden Age, these sessions invite you to explore iconic works of art through sketching.

    Dates

    From:
    19 Sept 2025
    From:
    17 Oct 2025
    From:
    21 Nov 2025
    More info for Drawing in the Galleries - The Spanish Gallery
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