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   Fireworks Extravaganza - Hardwick Hall Hotel

   Type

   Type:

   Bonfire Night

   Sedgefield

   Hardwick Hall Hotel present the annual FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA! Experience the annual Fireworks Extravaganza at Hardwick Hall Hotel on Thursday 5th November and Saturday 7th November!

   Dates

   From:

   5 Nov 2026to7 Nov 2026Various Opening Times

   More info for Fireworks Extravaganza - Hardwick Hall Hotel
2. 

   

   Creepy Creations - Wharton Park

   Type

   Type:

   Halloween

   Durham

   Create a creepy vibe in your house or garden by joining us to make your own handmade Halloween decorations.  Using mainly natural materials you can design your own nightmare catcher and wooden spooky character totem pole. All materials are provided…

   Dates

   From:

   28 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00

   More info for Creepy Creations - Wharton Park
3. 

   

   Leaf Lanterns Workshop

   Type

   Type:

   Halloween

   Durham

   Craft a magical autumnal lantern with our Learning Team. Forage for fallen leaves and get creative as you craft a glowing autumn lantern to bring a touch of seasonal warmth to your home. 

   Dates

   From:

   28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

   More info for Leaf Lanterns Workshop
4. 

   

   Family Stargazing at High Force - High Force Hotel and Waterfall

   Type

   Type:

   Stargazing Events

   Forest in Teesdale, Barnard Castle

   Looking for a unique and educational family activity in October? Join us for a Family Stargazing Adventure at High Force, a professionally hosted evening designed especially for young explorers aged 5–15.

   Dates

   From:

   29 Oct 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00

   More info for Family Stargazing at High Force - High Force Hotel and Waterfall
5. 

   

   Family Activities: Build a Beast

   Type

   Type:

   Family Fun

   Durham

   Learn about the powerful ancient Egyptian goddess Taweret and build your own mythological creature!

   Dates

   From:

   21 Nov 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00

   More info for Family Activities: Build a Beast
6. 

   

   Breakfast With Santa - South Causey Inn

   Type

   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Stanley

   Create unforgettable festive memories with a magical morning at South Causey Inn’s much-loved Breakfast With Santa event! 

   Dates

   From:

   5 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 11:30

   From:

   12 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 11:30

   More info for Breakfast With Santa - South Causey Inn
7. 

   

   Beauty and the Beast - Pantomime - Empire Consett

   Type

   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Consett

   Leah Bell and company return in 2026 with a tale as old as pantomime – Beauty and the Beast.

   Dates

   From:

   27 Nov 2026to31 Dec 2026

   More info for Beauty and the Beast - Pantomime - Empire Consett
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   North Pole Express - Tanfield Railway

   Type

   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Tanfield Lea, Stanley

   Step aboard the Tanfield Railway’s famous North Pole Express for a steam train journey to the North Pole! Tanfield Railway’s famous North Pole Express is one of the most popular and magical festive experiences in the North East, perfect for families…

   Dates

   From:

   28 Nov 2026to20 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

   From:

   22 Dec 2026to24 Dec 2026Open 10:25 - 16:25

   More info for North Pole Express - Tanfield Railway
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   Paws & Claus 2026 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

   Type

   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Stanley

   A ‘Paw’fect photo opportunity. Join Father Christmas in the Coffee Pot Café at the Entrance Building for a cosy breakfast experience designed especially for visitors and their four‑legged friends.

   Dates

   From:

   4 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 10:00

   From:

   18 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 10:00

   More info for Paws & Claus 2026 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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    Wellies, Wildlife & Autumn Fun Trail - October Half Term 2026 - Crook Hall Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    October Half Term

    Durham

    Autumn has arrived! Leaves are falling, and the gardens are changing from bright green to lovely gold, orange, and brown.

    Dates

    From:

    17 Oct 2026to8 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

    More info for Wellies, Wildlife & Autumn Fun Trail - October Half Term 2026 - Crook Hall Gardens
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    Halloween Hounds Obstacle Course

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Eggleston, Barnard Castle

    Halloween hounds have arrived! Get ready for a spooktacular family adventure packed with spooky challenges, muddy mayhem, treats and photo fun - not just for the dogs, children and adults can join in too! ️‍

    Dates

    From:

    29 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times

    More info for Halloween Hounds Obstacle Course
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    Advent Candle Wreath Workshop - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Darlington

    Join Deborah from Periwinkle Barn in the Conservatory at Raby Castle for a festive Advent candle wreath workshop, with beautiful views across the Walled Gardens as your backdrop. In this seasonal session, you’ll create a traditional wreath…

    Dates

    From:

    22 Nov 2026Open 10:30 -

    More info for Advent Candle Wreath Workshop - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens
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    October Half Term - The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    October Half Term

    Barnard Castle

    This October Half Term, families can enjoy a lively mix of creative and nature-inspired activities across The Bowes Museum's galleries, creative spaces and parkland.

    Venue

    The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle

    Dates

    From:

    24 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

    More info for October Half Term - The Bowes Museum
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    October Half-Term Programme

    Type

    Type:

    October Half Term

    Durham

    Autumnal fun for all the family at The Light this half-term. Kids go free for our vibrant, interactive and colourful light art exhibition Victory Over the Sun.

    Dates

    From:

    28 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026

    More info for October Half-Term Programme
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    October Half-Term - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

    Type

    Type:

    October Half Term

    Stanley

    Step back in time this October. Join us this Autumn for family friendly fun across our museum.

    Dates

    From:

    24 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    More info for October Half-Term - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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    Seaham Town Council Fireworks Display - Seaham Seafront

    Type

    Type:

    Bonfire Night

    Seaham

    Back by popular demand the fantastic Seaham Fireworks takes place on a Sunday to make it easier to plan your visit.
    Seafront, ASDA, Marina, Terrace Green. Event opens 5-9pm. Fireworks 6.30pm.

    Dates

    From:

    1 Nov 2026

    More info for Seaham Town Council Fireworks Display - Seaham Seafront
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    Diwali

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Durham

    Celebrate the Indian festival of lights with this special late night opening. Everyone is welcome to join us for this spectacular evening Diwali celebration at the Oriental Museum. There will traditional puja prayers to goddess Lakshmi, delicious…

    Dates

    From:

    14 Nov 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00

    More info for Diwali
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    Pumpkin Patch - East Grange Farm

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    This year we will grow over 100,000 pumpkins spread out over 20 acres. There will be 17 varieties, 6 different colours and sizes ranging from 500g to 12kg. Don't worry about carrying all those pumpkins; we will have plenty of wheelbarrows to help.

    Dates

    From:

    18 Oct 2026to19 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    From:

    24 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    More info for Pumpkin Patch - East Grange Farm
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    Saturn - Lord of the Rings - North Pennines Stargazing Festival

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    Saturn – the enigmatic ringed beauty is by far most people's favourite – if you haven't looked through a telescope at Saturn then do not miss this opportunity to do so. With its glorious ring system dazzling the observer it is a veritable observing…

    Venue

    Grassholme Observatory, Teesdale

    Dates

    From:

    23 Oct 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00

    From:

    31 Oct 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00

    More info for Saturn - Lord of the Rings - North Pennines Stargazing Festival
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    Santa Express - Weardale Railway

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Bishop Auckland,

    Santa Express – A Magical Christmas Journey. Create unforgettable Christmas memories aboard the Santa Express at Weardale Railway. Running on selected dates throughout November and December, this festive heritage train departs from Stanhope Station…

    Dates

    From:

    28 Nov 2026to24 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 18:00

    More info for Santa Express - Weardale Railway

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