1. February Half Term Events
    February Half Term Events
    There's plenty to keep the kids entertained during half term.
  2. Valentine's Day Events
    Valentine's Day Events
    Wondering what to do on Valentines Day? Find ideas for the most loved up day of the year in Durham.
  3. Mother's Day Events
    Mother's Day Events
    Looking for somewhere to treat your mum in Durham? Show her just how much she means to you this Mother's Day.
  4. 2023 Unmissable Events
    2023 Unmissable Events
    Durham is home to world-class events, discover Durham’s most unmissable for 2023.
  5. Spring Highlights
    Spring Highlights
    What’s happening this spring in Durham?

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Raymond Briggs: A Retrospective at The Bowes Museum

Openings

Season

12th November 2022-26th February 2023
Ice sculptures in Durham City

Fire & Ice Durham

Openings

2023

24th February 2023-25th February 2023
Image of someone stargazing outdoors in the countryside on a beautifully clear night.

Astronomy and Stargazing at Grassholme Observatory

Openings

Season

3rd February 2023-4th February 2023

Season

24th February 2023

This Month

Photographs: North Pennines AONB Partnership and Martin Rogers.

Precious Peatlands at Bowlees Visitor Centre

Someone looking at an exhibition

Raymond Briggs: A Retrospective at The Bowes Museum

Blacksmith Workshops at South Causey Inn. People enjoying the workshop on a sunny day.

Blacksmith Workshops at South Causey Inn

Image of someone clay pigeon shooting at South Causey Inn.

Clay Pigeon Shooting at South Causey Inn

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  • Five Fabulous Festive Trails

    little girl sat with deer light display at The Plotter's Forest, Raby Castle

    We’ve chosen five fabulous dazzling outdoor trails which guarantee fun for all the family during the day or as darkness falls this festive season. 

  • Unmissable Christmas Moments

    View of Durham Market place at night during the annual Christmas Festival.

    From dazzling outdoor light trails and moving festive concerts, to bustling festive markets and pantomimes, there’s lots of magical events happening this Christmas in Durham.

  • Unmissable Autumn Moments

    people looking at light display inside cathedral

    From dazzling light displays and stargazing events, to spooky Halloween fun and exciting exhibitions, there’s lots of incredible events happening this autumn in Durham.

  • Discover Durham's Proud Mining Heritage

    the streets of durham city filled with people during the annual Durham Miners Gala

    The Durham Miners' Gala returns this July to Durham City but did you know as well as "The Big Meeting" there's lots of ways across the county to celebrate our proud mining heritage.   

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