What's on this Week
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What's on this Week
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Lego Construction Workshop
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October Half Term
Seaham,
A Lego Construction workshop at Seaham Library for any budding Lego enthusiasts., suitable for children over 4 years of age , on Wednesday 28th of October at Seaham Library , booking required so please contact library. At Construction Kids we give…
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 09:30 - 12:30
St Cuthberts Hospice Halloween Trail
Type
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Halloween
Durham
The Halloween Trail is back... and this year it's even bigger! We're delighted to be teaming up with Poplar Tree Garden Centre & Brambles Coffee Shop once again as their fantastic Family Halloween Trail returns to St Cuthbert's Hospice for not one,…
Dates
- From:
- 28 Oct 2026to29 Oct 2026Open 16:00 - 18:00
October Half-Term Programme
Type
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October Half Term
Durham
Autumnal fun for all the family at The Light this half-term. Kids go free for our vibrant, interactive and colourful light art exhibition Victory Over the Sun.
Dates
- From:
- 28 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026
Leaf Lanterns Workshop
Type
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Halloween
Durham
Craft a magical autumnal lantern with our Learning Team. Forage for fallen leaves and get creative as you craft a glowing autumn lantern to bring a touch of seasonal warmth to your home.
Dates
- From:
- 28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
Family Activities: Into the Afterlife
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Arts & Crafts
Durham
Find out about the ancient Egyptian obelisk on display and create your own 3D model to take home.
Dates
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
Autumn Tales at 2 - Auckland Gardens & Wilderness Garden
Type
Type:
October Half Term
Bishop Auckland
Join our duo of lively storytellers for Autumn Tales at 2, a fun family storytelling session around the fire in Auckland Palace’s purpose-developed Wilderness Garden.
Dates
- From:
- 28 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 14:00 -
There’s A Monster In Your Show - Gala Durham
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Type:
October Half Term
Durham
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series comes to Durham in a brand-new musical show.
Dates
- From:
- 28 Oct 2026to30 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
Kids Halloween Party - South Causey Inn
Type
Type:
Halloween
Stanley
Bring the whole family along for an afternoon packed with Halloween entertainment, including fun games, singing with Charlotte, and plenty of chances to win exciting prizes. Don't forget to come dressed in your favourite spooky costume, as fancy…
Dates
- From:
- 28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
Halloween Evening - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Type
Type:
Halloween
Stanley
Something spooky is coming… Step back in time and get ready for a night you’ll never forget.
Join us for a special spine-tingling experience as Beamish is transformed into The Un-living Museum of the North.Dates
- From:
- 28 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
Creepy Creations - Wharton Park
Type
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Halloween
Durham
Create a creepy vibe in your house or garden by joining us to make your own handmade Halloween decorations. Using mainly natural materials you can design your own nightmare catcher and wooden spooky character totem pole. All materials are provided…
Dates
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- 28 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
Halloween Pottery Painting - Crafty Ceramics
Type
Type:
Halloween
North Bitchburn, Crook
Get creative this October half term and paint your very own Halloween pottery. Looking for something fun and creative to do this October half term ? Come along to the Dairy Barn and paint your very own Halloween themed pottery.
Dates
- From:
- 28 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
Bugs n Stuff
Type
Type:
October Half Term
Newton Aycliffe
Join the Bugman for a hands-on workshop with some amazing animals - cold, warm, hard, soft, rough, smooth, scaly, silky, slimy, hairy and of course tickly!
Dates
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- 29 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 19:00
Eagle Eyed Excavators: Become an Archaeologist for the Day
Type
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October Half Term
Palace Green, Durham City
Become an archaeologist for the day this half term at the Museum of Archaeology! Dig into a family-fun packed day on Thursday 29th October and camp out in our brand-new Archaeology Skills Tent in the newly refurbished upstairs gallery!
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 29 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Spooktacular Halloween Disco
Type
Type:
Halloween
Durham
Spooky Sounds, Creative Spirits and a Monster-Sized Party! Join us for wicked beats and spooky treats and Fang-tastic facepainting at The Light this October half-term with our Deadly DJ and "Not Just a Pretty Facepaint."
Dates
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- 29 Oct 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
Halloween Hounds Obstacle Course
Type
Type:
Halloween
Eggleston, Barnard Castle
Halloween hounds have arrived! Get ready for a spooktacular family adventure packed with spooky challenges, muddy mayhem, treats and photo fun - not just for the dogs, children and adults can join in too! ️
Dates
- From:
- 29 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
Stargazing Supper | A moment for the moon - High Force Hotel and Waterfall
Type
Type:
Stargazing Events
Forest in Teesdale, Barnard Castle
A Specialist Lunar Experience at High Force limited to hotel guests only, designed for those who want to learn a deeper understanding into the dark sky.
Dates
- From:
- 29 Oct 2026Open 21:30 - 23:00
SCARE NIGHTS - Thorpe Farm Centre
Type
Type:
Halloween
Barnard Castle
Two Spooktacular Experiences – Choose Your Scare!
Dates
- From:
- 29 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 16:00 - 21:00
Family Stargazing at High Force - High Force Hotel and Waterfall
Type
Type:
Stargazing Events
Forest in Teesdale, Barnard Castle
Looking for a unique and educational family activity in October? Join us for a Family Stargazing Adventure at High Force, a professionally hosted evening designed especially for young explorers aged 5–15.
Dates
- From:
- 29 Oct 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
Scouting For Girls Live in Durham Cathedral
Type
Type:
Concert
Durham City
Scouting For Girls will be performing their greatest hits live in Durham Cathedral.
Dates
- From:
- 29 Oct 2026Open 19:45 - 22:00
Grand Cinema: Hocus Pocus - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
Type
Type:
Halloween
Stanley
A teenage boy named Max and his little sister move to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.
Dates
- From:
- 29 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
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