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Summer Highlights

From festivals and fetes to vintage vehicles and open air theatre, enjoy a packed summer of fun in Durham with events to enthral and excite the whole family.

Embrace the warmth and vibrancy of summer in Durham with our curated guide to seasonal highlights. Discover a plethora of events, from lively festivals and outdoor performances to family-friendly activities and cultural showcases. Immerse yourself in the richness of summer arts, enjoy open-air concerts, and savor culinary delights at seasonal workshops. Whether it's nature excursions or festive celebrations, Durham's summer highlights offer a diverse array of experiences for all. Stay connected with the latest happenings and make the most of your summer in Durham, where every moment becomes a highlight.

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  1. Spooky family with bats - Cliffecon Halloween Edition

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    Cliffecon - Halloween Edition at Oak Leaf Sports Complex

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    Halloween

    Newton Aycliffe

    Cliffecon Halloween Edition will be taking place on Saturday 25th October 2025 at Oakleaf Sports Complex.
    You can expect all the delicious geekiness of Cliffecon but with a spooky twist!

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 16:00
    More info for Cliffecon - Halloween Edition at Oak Leaf Sports Complex
  2. Illustration of a cardboard box, with text above that says, 'occupy'.

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    Durham Fringe Festival: Occupy

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    Type:

    Theatre

    Durham

    Where did we come from? Where are we going? When is Mother’s Day 2025? We would very much like to know. And where can we find answers? The Internet. And who could possibly show us the entirety of the Internet within the limits a tight 50-minute…

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025Open 10:00 -
    From:
    26 July 2025to27 July 2025Open 10:00 -
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival: Occupy
  3. Brancepeth castle golf club

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    Senior Opens - Brancepeth Castle Golf Club

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    Golf Events

    Durham

    Open events at Brancepeth are extremely popular and usually sell out very quickly as they attract visitors from all over the North of England and beyond.  We pride ourselves in making everyone’s visit to our golf course memorable by delivering…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Aug 2025
    More info for Senior Opens - Brancepeth Castle Golf Club
  4. Two women and three children walking around the lake at Hardwick Park

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    Forest Club - Hardwick Park

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    Family Fun

    Sedgefield

    Forest Club is a hands-on experience designed to engage children with the world around them through natural and play based activities. The programme is aimed at children between two and six years of age. Each session will include a different …

    Dates

    From:
    29 July 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    From:
    26 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    From:
    28 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    More info for Forest Club - Hardwick Park
  5. Modern Japanese bluish glass sculpture with a design based on ancient form.

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    Exploring Ancient Japan at The Oriental Museum

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    Children/Family events

    Durham City

    Learn about prehistoric Japan and make a clay dogu figure.

    Venue

    Durham University Oriental Museum, Durham City

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 15:00
    More info for Exploring Ancient Japan at The Oriental Museum
  6. Children playing at The Bowes Museum

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    Stay and Play - The Bowes Museum

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    Children/Family events

    Barnard Castle

    Time for The Bowes’ youngest visitors to explore and play in the Conversation Gallery, investigate materials and be creative in this self-led, free-play session.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Jan 2025to8 Jan 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Stay and Play - The Bowes Museum
  7. 60 years of the Pennine Way National Trail logo in purple on a white background

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    Exhibition Celebrating 60 Years of the Pennine Way - A Trail of Inspiration

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    Exhibition

    Newbiggin

    Throughout 2025 there will be a rolling exhibition along the trail - showcasing how people have been inspired by the Pennine Way and inspiring others to get out and walk a bit (or even all!) of the route.

    Dates

    From:
    1 July 2025to31 Aug 2025
    More info for Exhibition Celebrating 60 Years of the Pennine Way - A Trail of Inspiration
  8. Trader at Barnard Castle Farmer's Market at stall taking money from customer

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    Barnard Castle Farmers' Market

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    Markets

    Barnard Castle

    Barnard Castle Farmers’ Market is one of the North East’s most popular markets featuring a wide range of artisan food and crafts from the region. Open 9:00 to 14:00 on the first Saturday of each month.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Barnard Castle Farmers' Market
  9. EDAN logo

    Add EDAN Artists' Winter Show - The EDAN Gallery to your Itinerary

    EDAN Artists' Winter Show - The EDAN Gallery

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    Exhibition

    Seaham

    EDAN Artists' Winter Show details TBC

    Dates

    From:
    18 Nov 2025to20 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for EDAN Artists' Winter Show - The EDAN Gallery
  10. Bride and Groom walking hand in hand from Redworth Hall as guests shower them in confetti

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    Redworth Hall Wedding Showcase

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    Wedding Fairs and Events

    Newton Aycliffe

    No matter your wedding dreams or style, Redworth Hall Hotel is dedicated to making every detail of your wedding day exactly as you’ve imagined. As one of the most romantic wedding venues in County Durham, we offer the perfect setting for your…

    Dates

    From:
    20 July 2025Open 17:00 - 19:00
    More info for Redworth Hall Wedding Showcase
  11. Hands with strings attached to fingers and letters on each string which spell 'The Rubbish Puppets'

    Add Durham Fringe Festival: The Rubbish Puppets to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival: The Rubbish Puppets

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    Type:

    Theatre

    Durham City

    A girl is hidden away in her bedroom, alone by design. Still, company seems to find her anyway when the messy room comes to life. The Rubbish Puppets bring her much needed friendship, but there’s only so much a rag tag group of animate objects can…

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025to24 July 2025Open 19:15 -
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival: The Rubbish Puppets
  12. Poster showing craft material such as ribbon, sewing needle, material, and bows - 'Craft Destash'

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    Castle Eden Destash - Castle Eden Village Hall

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    Type:

    Arts & Crafts

    Castle Eden

    Craft supplies at low prices . From wool to resin, find a bargain for your craft needs. Free entry, free parking. 

    Dates

    From:
    13 July 2025Open 10:00 - 14:00
    More info for Castle Eden Destash - Castle Eden Village Hall
  13. Tim Lichfield and Andy Larmouth, Magic Duo on stage holding eggs.

    Add Durham Fringe Festival: Lichfield & Larmouth Present: “Wonderstorm” to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival: Lichfield & Larmouth Present: “Wonderstorm”

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    Type:

    Performance

    Durham

    Get ready for the return of "Wonderstorm". Tim Lichfield and Andy Larmouth are back at the Durham Fringe with a new show for 2025!

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025Open 18:15 -
    From:
    27 July 2025Open 18:15 -
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival: Lichfield & Larmouth Present: “Wonderstorm”
  14. People partying at Greek Fest

    Add The Big Fat Greek Fest! to your Itinerary

    The Big Fat Greek Fest!

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Sedgefield

    BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Get ready for an unforgettable experience at The Big Fat Greek Fest!

    Dates

    From:
    20 Sept 2025Open 12:00 - 18:00
    More info for The Big Fat Greek Fest!
  15. Two women and three children walking around the lake at Hardwick Park

    Add Passport to Nature: Winter Wildlife Walk to your Itinerary

    Passport to Nature: Winter Wildlife Walk

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Sedgefield

    It might be cold outside but that does not stop the wildlife at Hardwick Park! Join the education team as we explore the park's tranquil beauty, from the rustling of winter leaves to the tracks left by the park's wildlife. Whether you're a nature…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Dec 2025Open 07:00 - 09:00
    More info for Passport to Nature: Winter Wildlife Walk
  16. Woman with short red hair, wearing a yellow top, birdwatching with binoculars at RSPB Saltholme. Photo Credit: Brian Morrison (rspb-images.com)

    Add Birdwatching for Beginners - RSPB Saltholme to your Itinerary

    Birdwatching for Beginners - RSPB Saltholme

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    Type:

    Walking Event

    Port Clarence, Middlesbrough

    Whether you're brand new to birdwatching or simply looking to brush up on the basics, join us for our relaxed, beginner-friendly birdwatching walks each month.

    Dates

    From:
    11 July 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    From:
    8 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    From:
    5 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    More info for Birdwatching for Beginners - RSPB Saltholme
  17. The Last Hurrah advertising poster showing details of events

    Add Durham Fringe Festival: The Last Hurrah to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival: The Last Hurrah

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Durham City

    The Last Hurrah examines a family of ordinary people wrapped up in secrets and choices to be made.

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025Open 15:30 - 16:30
    From:
    25 July 2025to26 July 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival: The Last Hurrah
  18. Amity sitting at a piano

    Add Durham Fringe Festival: Amity – Back From The Brink to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival: Amity – Back From The Brink

    Type

    Type:

    Music Event

    Owengate, Durham City

    An exhilarating show for all lovers of music and poetry.

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025Open 17:30 - 18:30
    From:
    27 July 2025Open 17:30 - 18:30
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival: Amity – Back From The Brink
  19. Railway 200 logo

    Add Railway 200 Talk: “The Stockton & Darlington Railway – Getting America on Track” – with Jonathan Ratcliffe to your Itinerary

    Railway 200 Talk: “The Stockton & Darlington Railway – Getting America on Track” – with Jonathan Ratcliffe

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    Type:

    Talks

    Shildon

    As we’re into the Stockton & Darlington Railway Bicentenary year, we’re teaming up with the Friends of the Stockton & Darlington Railway and Jane Hackworth-Young to present a series of talks at Timothy Hackworth’s own Institute.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Sept 2025Open 19:00 -
    More info for Railway 200 Talk: “The Stockton & Darlington Railway – Getting America on Track” – with Jonathan Ratcliffe
  20. People sitting in a carriage drawn by two beautiful black horses at Beamish Museum

    Add Attelage Horse Weekend 2025 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North to your Itinerary

    Attelage Horse Weekend 2025 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Beamish

    See a remarkable carriage driving competition by the Concours d'International d'Attelage de Tradition (CIAT) take place around the museum.

    Dates

    From:
    13 Sept 2025to14 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for Attelage Horse Weekend 2025 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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