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Find out what's happening across the county this Christmas, from the traditional Durham Christmas Festival to the annual panto and festive craft workshops.
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Festive Fun
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Raby Castle at Christmas
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Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Step back in time to experience a traditional family Christmas at Raby Castle.
Venue
Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025to23 Nov 2025
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- 28 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
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- 3 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
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- 10 Dec 2025to13 Dec 2025
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- 14 Dec 2025
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- 17 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
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- 29 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2025
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- 2 Jan 2026to4 Jan 2026
Blanchland Artisan Christmas Makers Market
Type
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Christmas Markets
Blanchland, Consett
Discover the magic of the holiday season at the enchanting Christmas Artisan Market in Blanchland.
Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025to23 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
Raby Christmas Trees
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Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Real Christmas Trees at Raby. Bring Festive Magic Home – Starting 22nd November.
Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025to24 Dec 2025
G4 Christmas 2025 - Durham Cathedral
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Durham City
Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with G4's most extensive Christmas tour ever.
Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
Fused Glass Snow Globe Landscape Workshop (and warming winter refreshments)
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Christmas and New Year
Lanchester
This is a new fused glass workshop making a landscape within a snow globe shape. A locally made wooden base with a tea light holder is included in the price of the ticket. Create your own winter wonderland and join us to make your own bit of…
Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
Fused Glass Winter Wreath Workshop (and warming winter refreshments)
Type
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Christmas and New Year
Lanchester
During this workshop you will be creating a beautiful festive wreath with hanging decoration.
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- 22 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 13:00
Father Christmas at Raby Castle
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Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Experience the Magic of Christmas with Father Christmas in Raby Castle’s Barons’ Hall.
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Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025to23 Nov 2025
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- 29 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
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- 6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
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- 13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
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- 19 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
Christmas at Beamish Daytimes 2025
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Beamish
Step back in time and enjoy the wonder of Christmas from across our time periods.
Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025to24 Dec 2025
Forest of Light at Beamish Hall Hotel
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Beamish
Our Forest of Light is a captivating illuminated experience set within our enchanted ancient woodland.
Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026
Stir-up Sunday at Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Estate Chef Tom Parry will lead a demonstration in the Medieval Kitchen, guests will then be instructed on how to make a Traditional Christmas Pudding.
Venue
Dates
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- 22 Nov 2025to23 Nov 2025Open 11:00 -
Luxury Winter/Christmas Wax Melts Workshop & Festive Refreshments
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Lanchester
Join us this Festive season to make a beautiful set of Festive Christmas wax melt decorations with Bobella Co!
Dates
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- 23 Nov 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
Sacriston Christmas Extravaganza - The Fulforth Centre
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Sacriston
FREE Christmas Light-switch On! Fairground rides, stage performances & visit Santa in his grotto - all free! Cafe, raffle & tombola inside the community centre.
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- 24 Nov 2025Open 16:00 - 19:00
The Christmas Orchestra - Durham Cathedral
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Durham
The Christmas Orchestra is back! After a wonderful run of sold out shows in 2024 we are excited to bring you more shows and locations in 2025. Get ready to discover the magic of the festive season with our unique concert experience.
Dates
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- 25 Nov 2025Open 19:30 - 20:45
Operation Save Santa
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Durham City
Looking for a Christmas adventure with a difference? Brand new for Christmas 2025 in Durham City Centre 27th Nov - 4th Jan. Durham Escape Rooms has all the answers to make the best experience for the whole family, friends and colleagues this season.
Dates
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- 27 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026
Christmas Wreath Workshop - Lumley Castle Hotel
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Chester le Street
Immerse yourself in creativity and Christmas Joy as you learn step by step how to create luxurious festive wreaths to proudly display on your door.
Dates
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- 27 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 21:00
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- 30 Nov 2025Open 12:00 - 15:00
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- 6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
Wreath Making at Beamish Hall Hotel
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Beamish
Indulge with a glass of fizz as you arrive and join us to design and create your own Christmas door wreath or table centrepiece in stunning surroundings.
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- 27 Nov 2025Open 12:00 - 14:00
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- 30 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
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- 1 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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- 4 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
Brancepeth Castle Christmas Craft Fair 2025
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Brancepeth, Durham
Over 70 separate stalls of different and amazing crafts will be displayed for sale in Brancepeth Castle from all over the North.
Dates
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- 28 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
Christmas Murder Mystery Dinner - Lumley Castle Hotel
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Chester le Street
Set in the 1950s with a festive choir arriving at Lumley Castle for their final carols and a glass of mulled wine but tonight there is discord in the choir and someone is about to hit the wrong note with murder!
Dates
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- 28 Nov 2025to12 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
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- 20 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 01:00
80s, 90s, Noughties and NOW
Type
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Christmas and New Year
Durham City
Eat, drink and be merry. Strut up the red carpet for 7pm to mingle with your party goers before enjoying a sumptuous three course menu.
Dates
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- 28 Nov 2025to29 Nov 2025
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- 5 Dec 2025
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- 20 Dec 2025
Christmas Market 2025
Type
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Christmas Markets
Staindrop
Three Magical Days of Festive Shopping, Eating and Cheer.
Dates
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- 28 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
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