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   Little Dragons - Durham University Oriental Museum

   Type

   Type:

   Family Fun

   Durham City

   Join us at the Oriental Museum on Wednesday mornings for Little Dragons, our FREE session for children under 5 and their families/carers. Each session will be packed full of exploring the museum galleries, fun craft activities, singing, games and…

   Dates

   From:

   7 Jan 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

   More info for Little Dragons - Durham University Oriental Museum
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   Stanley Market

   Type

   Type:

   Markets

   Stanley

   Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Thursday and Saturday 8.00-16:00

   Dates

   From:

   1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

   More info for Stanley Market
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   Eve Valentine's Masquarade Ball - The Manor House Hotel Spa

   Type

   Type:

   Dance

   West Auckland, Bishop Auckland

   Join us for an unforgettable evening of glamour, mystery, and suspense at the Eve Valentine's Masquerade Ball, co-hosted by Dean Midas. Inspired by the award-winning slasher films shot within the venue, this exclusive event combines elegant…

   Dates

   From:

   12 Feb 2027Open 19:00 - 23:45

   More info for Eve Valentine's Masquarade Ball - The Manor House Hotel Spa
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   Ayclive 2026 - Oakleaf Sports Field

   Type

   Type:

   Festival

   Newton Aycliffe

   Ayclive Festival is a vibrant, community-driven music event in Newton Aycliffe, organised by dedicated volunteers passionate about live entertainment and local pride. Created to celebrate the town's 75th anniversary, its inaugural event took place…

   Dates

   From:

   24 July 2026Open 18:00 - 23:00

   From:

   25 July 2026Open 11:30 - 23:00

   More info for Ayclive 2026 - Oakleaf Sports Field
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   G4 Christmas 2026 - Durham Cathedral

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   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Durham

   Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their 'G4 Christmas' tour in the most awe-inspiring cathedrals, priories, minsters, halls and abbeys across the UK.

   Dates

   From:

   23 Nov 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

   More info for G4 Christmas 2026 - Durham Cathedral
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   Wolsingham Show 2026

   Type

   Type:

   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:

   5 Sept 2026to6 Sept 2026

   More info for Wolsingham Show 2026
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   Soundbath with Live Guitar - Laxey Cottage

   Type

   Type:

   Wellness Event

   High Street, Durham

   Guided breathwork followed by live guitar.

   Dates

   From:

   9 July 2026Open 19:00 - 20:00

   More info for Soundbath with Live Guitar - Laxey Cottage
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   Steam Driver Experiences - Tanfield Railway

   Type

   Type:

   Historical

   Marley Hill, Tanfield

   Enjoy the Thrill of Driving a Historic Steam Locomotive at Tanfield Railway!

   Dates

   From:

   5 July 2026

   From:

   1 Aug 2026

   From:

   31 Aug 2026

   More info for Steam Driver Experiences - Tanfield Railway
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   Barnard Castle Market

   Type

   Type:

   Markets

   Barnard Castle

   Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Wednesday 8.00am to 16.30

   Dates

   From:

   1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

   More info for Barnard Castle Market
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    Cake Trails: Early Christianity and the Natural World in Durham Peninsula

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Walk

    Durham

    Grab your slice of history! We take you on a guided walk through Durham Peninsula's geology, biodiversity, and historic legacy of Christian belief around the natural world. Cake + Tea/Coffee included.

    Dates

    From:

    9 Aug 2026Open 11:30 - 14:30

    More info for Cake Trails: Early Christianity and the Natural World in Durham Peninsula
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    Georgian Gathering at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Beamish

    Step back to the hustle and bustle of the early 1800s.

    Dates

    From:

    19 Sept 2026to20 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

    More info for Georgian Gathering at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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    Opulence at Lumley Castle Hotel

    Type

    Type:

    Music Event

    Chester-Le-Street

    Lumley Castle Hotel at Chester-le-Street, County Durham, will be the backdrop for Opulence, running on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 September.

    While the big-name performers are not being unveiled until later this month, organisers have promised it will…

    Dates

    From:

    4 Sept 2026to5 Sept 2026

    More info for Opulence at Lumley Castle Hotel
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    Heritage Coastal Path parkrun, Easington

    Type

    Type:

    Wellness Event

    Easington Colliery, Peterlee

    A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Nearby Sunday 2k junior parkrun events for 4 to 14 year olds and their families can be found here.

    Dates

    From:

    3 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    More info for Heritage Coastal Path parkrun, Easington
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    Seaham Seaside Market

    Type

    Type:

    Markets

    Seaham

    Seaham Seaside Market is a weekly market held every Friday.

    Dates

    From:

    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    More info for Seaham Seaside Market
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    Adventure Cinema – Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoor Cinema and Theatre

    Staindrop

    Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza Outdoor Cinema at Raby Castle

    Dates

    From:

    11 July 2026Open 18:00 - 22:00

    More info for Adventure Cinema – Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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    Durham Brass Festival’s Big and Little Brass Bashes

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Durham

    Durham Brass Festival’s Big and Little Brass Bashes are going on tour again this year, bringing free concerts to towns and communities across County Durham.

    Dates

    From:

    13 July 2026to17 July 2026

    More info for Durham Brass Festival’s Big and Little Brass Bashes
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    Chester-le-EATS - Durham Cricket

    Type

    Type:

    Food & Drink Festival

    Riverside, Chester-le-Street

    Chester-le-EATS returns for its milestone fifth anniversary in 2026, and this year promises to be the biggest celebration yet.

    Dates

    From:

    26 Sept 2026to27 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00

    More info for Chester-le-EATS - Durham Cricket
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    Durham Cricket - England Men v Sri Lanka Men ODI

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Event

    Chester le Street

    England Men take on Sri Lanka Men in a thrilling one day international on Tuesday 22 September 2026.

    Dates

    From:

    22 Sept 2026

    More info for Durham Cricket - England Men v Sri Lanka Men ODI
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    Hopetown Comic Con - Hopetown Darlington

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Darlington

    Hopetown Comic Con – Doctor Who Themed Event. 

    Dates

    From:

    3 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    More info for Hopetown Comic Con - Hopetown Darlington
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    50 Years of Rowley Station at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage

    Beamish

    Celebrate 50 years of Rowley Station at Beamish with this special event.

    Dates

    From:

    25 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00

    More info for 50 Years of Rowley Station at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

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