Things to Do in Durham
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For guaranteed family fun look no further than Durham.
Across the county you'll find something the whole family can enjoy together, from interactive theatre productions and days down on the farm to immersive exhibitions and even forest sleepovers and much more!
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Children/Family events
Durham
Ushaw is cast under a spell in 2022. Is there Room on the Broom? Yes! Hold onto your (witch’s) hat as this fun, family adventure takes you through magical woods, meadows, gardens and by the lake at Ushaw.
Heritage Open Days
Shildon
This is your chance to venture inside Kilburn's Warehouse and learn about this building's fascinating history.
Stargazing Events
Nr Mickleton
Tonight's event promises to be a spectacular evening of astronomy.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Community Fun Day will bring together a variety of activities and clubs from County Durham in one place for an event which is free and open for all to enjoy.
Festival
Durham
Nana Rabbit's Cake-off! Join Nana Rabbit and her friends as they re-enact her most famous adventure yet; The Quest for the Whisk of Destiny!
Theatre
Staindrop
This summer outdoor theatre returns to Raby.
Christmas and New Year
Gateshead
Featuring enchanting illuminations choreographed to a festive soundtrack, the family friendly trail returns to the Georgian garden between 2 December 2022 and 1 January 2023.
Festival
Durham
Durham Christmas Festival 2022 will run from Friday 2nd December to Sunday 4th December, 2022.
Festival
Durham
Take on the historic streets of Durham for a midsummer evening of racing in the Prince Bishops Durham City Run. Make sure you follow Events of the North on social media to be the first to know!
Performance
Bishop Auckland
Travel through time and watch legends come to life.Two thousand years of history, myth and legend rush by in 90 minutes.
Nature
Durham
Visit over 100 allotments spread across 5 acres set against the spectacular backdrop of Durham Cathedral
Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,000 local people and organisations, and thousands of volunteers.
Nature
Dalton-le-Dale, Murton
Fun and learning in nature for kids and parents in a small group.
Family Fun
Barnard Castle
Go wild and create an animal, a robotic mouse or a swan with our LEGO® team
Workshop
Durham
Learn how to make a fabric patchwork rainbow flag using the Japanese method of 'boro'. Workshop suitable for families with children aged 7+.
Halloween
Staindrop
This half term join us at Raby Castle for a spooktacular Halloween Trail. Collect an activity sheet and see what hidden creatures you can find.
Film
Seaham
This summer we’ll be screening classic movies under the stars.
Virtual Event
Legend tells of six rose coins that will bring fortune to those who find them, but they are hidden across the county! Will you be the one to track them down? Play on and see if you succeed…
Family Fun
South Road, Durham City
Pick up a spotter sheet from the Visitor Centre and see what Marvellous Mini Beasts you can discover in the Garden. This is a self-led activity, and subject to availability of spotter sheets.
Halloween
Barnard Castle
Tom Rolfe Productions can't wait to present their latest TREAT full of plenty of TRICKS this Halloween.
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