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.
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What's on this Week
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Mag Lime Magic - The EDAN Gallery
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Exhibition
Seaham
EDAN Members' Themed Exhibition. This is our major themed exhibition for the year.
Dates
- From:
- 7 Oct 2025to15 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
Games at the Hearth - The Auckland Project
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Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
A relaxed afternoon of board and card games for all ages. Whether you're a seasoned player or just in it for the laughs, there's something for everyone. Second Sunday of every month 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 12 Oct 2025to14 Dec 2025
Books at the Hearth - The Auckland Project
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Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
Take some time out for yourself and get lost in a good book. At this friendly, drop-in book club you can bring something you’re already reading or pick from our shared shelf. Fourth Sunday of every month.
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 13 Oct 2025to31 Dec 2025
Films at the Hearth - The Auckland Project
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Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
A free, community-led film club bringing people together through stories on screen. Each month we show a relaxed, family-friendly movie in the afternoon, followed by an early evening film for general audiences. Third Sunday of every month.
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 13 Oct 2025to31 Dec 2025
Halloween DreamMaze at Wynyard Hall
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Halloween
Discover DreamMaze: A Magical, Festive Adventure for the Whole Family!
Dates
- From:
- 19 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
North Pennines Stargazing Festival 2025
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Stargazing Events
The North Pennines Stargazing Festival is returning for 2025 – running for a week between Friday 24 October and Sunday 2 November.
Dates
- From:
- 22 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
Exhibitions, Trails and Activities: October Half-Term at The Bowes Museum
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October Half Term
Barnard Castle
The Bowes Museum is the perfect place for a day out this October half-term, 25 October – 2 November 2025. From daily self-guided trails and hands-on art activities to interactive exhibitions and an intimate live concert, there is something fun for…
Dates
- From:
- 24 Oct 2025to3 Nov 2025
October Half-Term Activities at Hamsterley Forest
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October Half Term
Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland
Looking for unforgettable days out that won’t break the bank this October half-term? Forestry England invites families to explore the magic of the nation’s forests, where a wide range of affordable and free activities are waiting to be discovered.
Dates
- From:
- 24 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
October half term: Autumn nature trail at Crook Hall Gardens
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Children/Family events
Durham City
Explore the gardens on a self-led trail this half term.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
October Half Term - Locomotion
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October Half Term
Shildon
Jump into free family fun with science, bricks and some spooky tricks!
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
Moon Trail at Bowlees Visitor Centre - North Pennines Stargazing Festival
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Stargazing Events
Newbiggin
Our self-guided trail this half term holiday is a Moon-themed treasure trail, all part of the North Pennines Stargazing Festival 2025.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
Gothic Gargoyles Halloween Trail - Hardwick Park
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Halloween
Sedgefield
Gargoyles have descended on Hardwick Park this Halloween. But do not fear, they are here to scare away any Halloween evil spirits and protect the park. Can you collect all of the letters to work out which building acts as a portal for spirits to…
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
Villains Unleashed - The Hole in Wand
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Halloween
Seaham
Expect chaos around every corner, spellbinding surprises, and a battle of good vs. evil as you putt your way through their twisted takeover.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
Lanchester Food Week
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Food Events
Lanchester
Lanchester Food Week is a celebration of the amazing food outlets in the charming village of Lanchester, taking place over October half-term week 25th October - 2nd November 2025.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
Fun and Folklore: October Half Term at Beamish Museum
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Halloween
Beamish
Come and join us this October Half-Term for fun and folklore. From Saturday, 25th October to Sunday, 2nd November, join us for a programme of activities as we delve into the quirky, mysterious, and sometimes spooky world of North East folklore.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
Bug Hotel Workshop - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Nature
Staindrop
Join the Raby Garden team as they look to build a bug hotel fit for a Castle this Autumn.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 15:00 -
- From:
- 2 Nov 2025Open 15:00 -
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- 8 Nov 2025to9 Nov 2025Open 15:00 -
Spooky Half Term at Hall Hill Farm
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Halloween
Lanchester
Are you brave enough to come to Hall Hill Farm for a ghoulishly-good time?
Dates
- From:
- 25 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025
Halloween Spooky Scent Adventure
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Type:
Halloween
Eggleston, Barnard Castle
This is a whole family fun session including the main participants…..the dogs!
Dates
- From:
- 30 Oct 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 08:00 - 19:00
Derek Slater, "Time Changes Nothing" Art Exhibition
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Type:
Exhibition
Durham
Prince Bishops Place are thrilled to partner with the Citrus Group Ltd to host "Time Changes Nothing", an art exhibition by Derek Slater. This extensive gallery show features some of Slater's most thought-provoking pieces which explore global…
Dates
- From:
- 30 Oct 2025to9 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
Astronomy and Stargazing - North Pennines Stargazing Festival
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Type:
Stargazing Events
nr Mickleton
Have you ever looked up at the night-time sky and wondered why you can’t see anything other than stars? There are four chances to book onto this event during the North Pennines Stargazing Festival: Wednesday 29 and Friday 31 October; and Saturday 1…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Nov 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 20:00 - 23:00
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