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   Journey of a Century: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum - Durham University Oriental Museum

   Type

   Type:

   Exhibition

   Durham City

   Jointly organised by the Palace Museum and the Oriental Museum.

   Dates

   From:

   26 Sept 2025to31 May 2026

   More info for Journey of a Century: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum - Durham University Oriental Museum
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   Roger Wagner: The Seeds of Eternity - Exhibition at Auckland Palace

   Type

   Type:

   Exhibition

   Bishop Auckland

   The Bishop Trevor Rooms at Auckland Palace will host an exhibition of the works of artist and poet Roger Wagner. Weaving together Biblical narratives and contemporary landscapes, Wagner's visionary paintings explore the mysteries of human existence.

   Venue

   The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

   Dates

   From:

   18 Feb 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

   More info for Roger Wagner: The Seeds of Eternity - Exhibition at Auckland Palace
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   SMRC Spring Exhibition at Locomotion

   Type

   Type:

   Exhibition

   Shildon

   Model railway layouts in a range of gauges.

   Dates

   From:

   6 June 2026to7 June 2026

   More info for SMRC Spring Exhibition at Locomotion
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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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   Guided Tour - Hidden Voices: the Women of Durham Castle

   Type

   Type:

   Heritage

   Durham City

   Join us on a bespoke guided tour of Durham Castle and discover more about some of the women who shaped its history.

   Dates

   From:

   21 Mar 2026Open 14:15 - 15:15

   More info for Guided Tour - Hidden Voices: the Women of Durham Castle
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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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   Cliffecon 2026

   Type

   Type:

   Children/Family events

   Newton Aycliffe

   Cliffecon 2026 is a comic con and pop culture event in County Durham.

   Dates

   From:

   9 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

   More info for Cliffecon 2026
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   Hoppingly Brilliant Easter Plans - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

   Type

   Type:

   Easter

   Staindrop

   Durham’s Raby Castle, Park and Gardens has hopped into Easter 2026 with an eggs-ceedingly exciting selection of events.

   Dates

   From:

   28 Mar 2026to19 Apr 2026

   More info for Hoppingly Brilliant Easter Plans - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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   The Music of Ed Sheeran by Candlelight

   Type

   Type:

   Concert

   Durham City

   Calling all Ed Sheeran fans… this is the moment you've been Thinking Out Loud about! The Music Of Ed Sheeran By Candlelight is finally here and guaranteed to be the PERFECT night.

   Dates

   From:

   7 May 2026to8 May 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

   More info for The Music of Ed Sheeran by Candlelight
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    Bishop Auckland Music Society 2026 Concert Series Continues in June with Delphine Trio (Clarinet, Cello & Piano)

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    Bishop Auckland

    Delphine Trio brings together three passionate young musicians from opposite ends of the globe: Australian clarinetist Magdalenna Krstevska, Dutch cellist Jobine Siekman and pianist Roelof Temmingh, hailing from South Africa.

    Dates

    From:

    26 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30

    More info for Bishop Auckland Music Society 2026 Concert Series Continues in June with Delphine Trio (Clarinet, Cello & Piano)
11. 

    

    Cestrian Flower Club

    Type

    Type:

    Demonstration

    Chester-Le-Street

    Flower arranging demonstration by Kay Ford, titled "Sweet Charity".

    Dates

    From:

    2 Apr 2026Open 18:45 - 21:00

    More info for Cestrian Flower Club
12. 

    

    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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    Durham City Run Festival

    Type

    Type:

    Sporting Event

    Durham City

    Ten years after the first Durham City Run in 2016, the 5K and 10K races return to the historic city centre this July!
    Experience a midsummer evening of running around some of Durham’s most iconic historic landmarks, and collect a medal and goody bag…

    Dates

    From:

    16 July 2026to18 July 2026

    More info for Durham City Run Festival
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    The Durham County Show

    Type

    Type:

    Agricultural Show

    nr Thornley

    The Annual Durham County Show is a vibrant event featuring a variety of activities and attractions for all ages.

    Dates

    From:

    4 July 2026to5 July 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00

    More info for The Durham County Show
15. 

    

    Darlington and Durham Running Day

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage

    Newton Aycliffe,

    Darlington & Durham Running Day 2026 — a fantastic celebration of classic and modern buses, transport heritage, and community fun!

    Dates

    From:

    18 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    More info for Darlington and Durham Running Day
16. 

    

    Celebrations at the Toffee Factory book launch at The Lambton Arms

    Type

    Type:

    Local Events

    Chester-le-Street

    Join bestselling author Glenda Young for the book launch of the final book in the Horner's Toffee Factory and Dainty Dinah trilogy.

    Dates

    From:

    6 June 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    More info for Celebrations at the Toffee Factory book launch at The Lambton Arms
17. 

    March is Women's History Month - Women of The Northeast: Past, Present and Future

    Type

    Type:

    International Womens Day

    ​​​​​​County Durham Libraries, March is Women’s History Month - Women of the Northeast: Past, Present and Future.

    Dates

    From:

    7 Mar 2026to31 Mar 2026

    More info for March is Women's History Month - Women of The Northeast: Past, Present and Future
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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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    The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists

    Type

    Type:

    Performance

    Durham City

    Neil Gore, presents this SELL OUT one-person version of the classic novel by Robert Tressell featuring projection, political conjuring tricks, live music and song. Meet the famous characters and enjoy the scenes, speeches and songs, featuring the…

    Dates

    From:

    25 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

    More info for The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists
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    Spring Garden Fair - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Fete / Fair

    Staindrop

    Celebrate the garden's reawakening after its winter slumber as spring breathes new life into the landscape. Watch as petals unfurl and fresh shoots push through the earth, signalling the season's vibrant return.

    Dates

    From:

    23 May 2026to25 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

    More info for Spring Garden Fair - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

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