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For guaranteed fun for all the family check out our list of events taking place across the county.

Whether you are looking for things on this weekend, or looking for what's on today, we have all the amazing events for a great days out with the kids.

Create lasting memories with your loved ones at Durham's family-friendly events. Explore a diverse array of kid-friendly activities, family festivals, and interactive outings that cater to all ages. From educational workshops to entertaining performances, Durham offers a vibrant calendar of events designed to bring families together. Stay informed about the latest family-friendly happenings, and plan your weekends with the exciting array of cultural and recreational activities that Durham has to offer.

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  1. Two children hugging

    Add Nature Spotters - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Nature Spotters - The Bowes Museum

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    Children/Family events

    Barnard Castle

    Gather with us in an outdoor-inspired campsite in the Conversation Gallery. Discover the fascinating world of wildlife in the parkland, delve into the natural wonders that influenced some of the museum’s treasures and play games inspired by the…

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2025Open 13:00 - 14:00
    From:
    30 May 2025Open 13:00 - 14:00
    More info for Nature Spotters - The Bowes Museum
  2. Families walking in the grounds at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

    Add Bookmark Making at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Bookmark Making at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Type:

    Family Fun

    Durham

    This May Half Term, unleash your creativity in our Bookmark Making Workshops, inspired by our new exhibition, The Ushaw Editions.

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2025to29 May 2025Open 10:30 -
    More info for Bookmark Making at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
  3. Durham Fringe Festival 2025 - a group of singers performing on stage.

    Add Durham Fringe Festival 2025 to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival 2025

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    Festival

    Durham City

    Between 23rd and 27th July 2025, Durham Fringe Festival will host a spectacular array of performing arts across nine Durham City Centre venues. Audiences will be invited to explore over 110 unique acts across a programme of 270+ performances. Genres…

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025to27 July 2025
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival 2025
  4. Crowds gather in rainbow colours to celebrate Durham Pride.

    Add Durham Pride 2025 to your Itinerary

    Durham Pride 2025

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    Type:

    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!

    Dates

    From:
    24 May 2025to25 May 2025
    More info for Durham Pride 2025
  5. A visitor admiring portraits at The Bowes Museum from the Joséphine Bowes Trendsetters and Trailblazers exhibition

    Add From Joséphine Bowes Trendsetters and Trailblazers - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    From Joséphine Bowes Trendsetters and Trailblazers - The Bowes Museum

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    Type:

    Exhibition

    Barnard Castle

    Celebrating the 200th anniversary and artistic vision of museum co-founder, Joséphine Bowes.

    Dates

    From:
    8 Feb 2025to29 June 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for From Joséphine Bowes Trendsetters and Trailblazers - The Bowes Museum
  6. Ariel view of Wolsingham Show

    Add Wolsingham Show 2025 to your Itinerary

    Wolsingham Show 2025

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    Agricultural Show

    Wolsingham

    Celebrate the county’s farming life at England’s oldest and Durham’s biggest open-air Agricultural show. A jam-packed weekend of family-friendly entertainment.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2025to7 Sept 2025
    More info for Wolsingham Show 2025
  7. Fairy on pink flowers at Ushaw

    Add Fairy Fun at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Fairy Fun at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Type:

    Family Fun

    Durham

    Sprinkle a little magic into your May Half Term with our enchanting Fairy Fun Workshops!

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2025Open 13:30 -
    From:
    29 May 2025Open 13:30 -
    More info for Fairy Fun at Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
  8. Children in period dress in the kitchen at Raby Castle

    Add Children: Join the Victorian Workforce to your Itinerary

    Children: Join the Victorian Workforce

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    Children/Family events

    Staindrop

    Families join us this Half Term and step back in time to the year 1900 and experience life as part of a Victorian workforce at Raby Castle. On this special family tour, join the Butler as he takes you on a fascinating journey through the castle,…

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00
    From:
    29 May 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00
    From:
    31 May 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00
    More info for Children: Join the Victorian Workforce
  9. Two women and three children walking around the lake at Hardwick Park

    Add Passport to Nature: May Dawn Chorus Walk (half term event) - Hardwick Park to your Itinerary

    Passport to Nature: May Dawn Chorus Walk (half term event) - Hardwick Park

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    Type:

    Family Fun

    Sedgefield

    As the seasons change, Hardwick Park comes alive with the sounds of the season's first birdsong. Join us for a special early morning walk to experience the breathtaking May Dawn Chorus.

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2025Open 05:00 - 07:00
    More info for Passport to Nature: May Dawn Chorus Walk (half term event) - Hardwick Park
  10. Two Roman soldiers riding horses into battle

    Add Roman Army Weekend - Binchester Roman Fort to your Itinerary

    Roman Army Weekend - Binchester Roman Fort

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    Type:

    Family Fun

    Bishop Auckland

    The Roman Army returns to Binchester Roman Fort to do battle against the enemy!

    Dates

    From:
    25 May 2025to26 May 2025Open 10:00 - 16:30
    More info for Roman Army Weekend - Binchester Roman Fort
  11. Families walking through a hay meadow

    Add National Meadows Day – Family Friendly to your Itinerary

    National Meadows Day – Family Friendly

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    Type:

    Family Fun

    Holwick

    Celebrate National Meadows Day at this family friendly event. Join in the fun and creative activities for families and adults interested in nature, farming and cultural heritage.

    Dates

    From:
    5 July 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
    More info for National Meadows Day – Family Friendly
  12. Children playing at The Bowes Museum

    Add Stay and Play - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Stay and Play - The Bowes Museum

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Barnard Castle

    Time for The Bowes’ youngest visitors to explore and play in the Conversation Gallery, investigate materials and be creative in this self-led, free-play session.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Jan 2025to8 Jan 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Stay and Play - The Bowes Museum
  13. People making bath bombs at Lanchester Garden Centre

    Add Bath Bombs Workshop - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Bath Bombs Workshop - Lanchester Garden Centre

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    Type:

    Family Fun

    Lanchester

    Join us for another exciting Bath Bomb Workshop that's perfect for keeping the kids entertained! They'll love creating their own colourful, fizzy bath bombs in this hands-on, creative session!

    Dates

    From:
    28 May 2025Open 10:30 - 12:00
    More info for Bath Bombs Workshop - Lanchester Garden Centre
  14. Crowds watching Monster Trucks crushing a row of cars

    Add Truckfest North East to your Itinerary

    Truckfest North East

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    Type:

    Family Fun

    Bishop Auckland

    Join us for Truckfest North East and be amazed by monster trucks and arena stunt shows. Meet the stars from TV's Gladiators! Take part in exhilarating rides and see some incredible trucks. Enjoy delicious refreshments and browse a wide variety of…

    Dates

    From:
    31 May 2025to1 June 2025Open 09:00 - 16:30
    More info for Truckfest North East
  15. Illustration of a yellow bird with navy feather's perched on a hedge.

    Add The Discovery of Birds - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    The Discovery of Birds - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Type:

    Exhibition

    Durham

    Drawing on Ushaw Library’s rich and varied natural history holdings, The Discovery of Birds illuminates the development of bird art and ornithology from the Renaissance to the nineteenth century.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Apr 2025to22 June 2025
    More info for The Discovery of Birds - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
  16. World Family Fun Day poster

    Add World Family Fun Day to your Itinerary

    World Family Fun Day

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Durham

    Enjoy free world crafts, games, science activities, and international music — plus delicious international food available to buy.

    Dates

    From:
    21 June 2025Open 11:00 - 14:30
    More info for World Family Fun Day
  17. Open Farm Sunday at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens.  A field of cows with trees in the background

    Add Open Farm Sunday to your Itinerary

    Open Farm Sunday

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Staindrop

    Open Farm Sunday will feature our local produce market, exciting tractor rides and much more!

    Dates

    From:
    8 June 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Open Farm Sunday
  18. promo poster free family fun days summer 2025 Peterlee

    Add Peterlee Free Summer Fun Day to your Itinerary

    Peterlee Free Summer Fun Day

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Peterlee

    Looking for something exciting to do with the kids this summer? Peterlee Town Council is bringing you free Family Fun Days packed with entertainment, activities, and summer vibes!

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
    More info for Peterlee Free Summer Fun Day
  19. Stitch at Lanchester Garden Centre

    Add Stitch-ing Breakfast - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Stitch-ing Breakfast - Lanchester Garden Centre

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Lanchester

    Join us for a delicious cooked breakfast, fun and photos with your favourite mischievous character.

    Dates

    From:
    30 May 2025Open 09:00 - 10:30
    More info for Stitch-ing Breakfast - Lanchester Garden Centre
  20. poster promoting free family fun day in Peterlee

    Add Free Family Summer Fun Day to your Itinerary

    Free Family Summer Fun Day

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Helford Road, Peterlee

    Looking for something exciting to do with the kids this summer? Peterlee Town Council is bringing you free  Family Fun Days packed with entertainment, activities, and summer vibes!

    Dates

    From:
    4 Aug 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
    More info for Free Family Summer Fun Day
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