What's on this Week
Find out what’s happening this week across the Culture County. From festivals and exhibitions, to sport and theatre, you’re certain to have an eventful time in Durham.


Number of results: 70
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Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
Our new Tom McGuinness exhibition opens on 18 February 2026. In his centenary year, the Mining Art Gallery celebrates this quiet man who communicated through his art – he did not seek simply to record details of the mining industry but expressed…
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
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.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
The Bowes Museum is proud to unveil a captivating new commission by Northumberland-based fashion and textile artist Meg Fletcher, whose work delves into identity, storytelling, and the theatrical nature of dress. Fletcher has created a series of…
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Vivienne Westwood: Rebel - Storyteller - Visionary (28 March 2026 – 6 September 2026) is a multi-gallery exhibition honouring one of fashion's most provocative and imaginative designers.
Exhibition
Durham
150 Years of Wedding Dresses showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and evolving trends that have defined one of the most memorable days in countless lives.
Golf Events
Forest-in-Teesdale,
Nestled in the stunning countryside of Teesdale, Barnard Castle Golf Club offers an unforgettable golfing experience in the heart of the North East.
Nature
Staindrop
A summer of celebrating the beauty of nature through experiences and events.
Family Fun
Forest-in-Teesdale, Durham
Breathe in the fresh summer air and stomp into a prehistoric world of fun at High Force Hotel & Waterfall. Our brand‑new Discover Dinosaurs Trail is waiting for little explorers who love big adventures and fascinating history.
Nature
Durham
Join our gardening guru volunteers for a horticultural tour of Crook Hall Gardens.
Workshop
Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle
A selection of bee related short courses, hosted at our workshops beside the River Tees in Middleton-In-Teesdale. Join our expert Beekeeper to learn something new about bees!
Historical
Durham
Join volunteer Chris for a guided tour of Crook Hall Gardens and the medieval hall. Learn about the history of the home, all the way back 1217, when it first appears in written records. Hear about some of the fascinating families who lived here over…
Guided Walk
Durham
A guided walk from Crook Hall Gardens delving into the history of Durham.
Summer Event
Bearpark, Durham
Extinction affects us all and one in ten of our wildlife in the UK is critically endangered. Scientists have identified five periods of mass extinction over the geological record and the question is now being asked: are we in a sixth? The exhibition…
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Step inside the working imagination of Norman Cornish in this intimate exhibition, bringing together finished drawings, paintings and watercolours alongside the preparatory sketches that shaped them.
Exhibition
Lanchester
Sons and Daughters of Leadgate is a documentary portrait of the well-known, much-loved characters who have shaped and are still shaping the social history of Leadgate. We're hoping to rope in every corner of the village to ensure we capture the true…
Historical
Durham
Experience the Big Library on the first Friday of every month (July-Dec 2026) as we celebrate the 175th anniversary of one of Britain’s most extraordinary historic libraries.
Children/Family events
Staindrop
Join one of our castle characters this school holiday for a free family tour on the castle terrace at 11am. Explore the castle defences and work out how to attack a formidable fortress like Raby! Will the castle be captured or survive an attack?
Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
A courageous man and his ‘naughtily translated’ book
Performance
Bishop Auckland
Step into Kynren, a live action outdoor theatre spectacular that immerses you in 2000 years of history on an epic scale.
Exhibition
Durham
An exhibition jointly created by artist Stephen Livingstone and the Museum of Archaeology
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