April
Annual Easter Chick Hunt
Botanic Garden
Easter Weekend
10am – 4pm
A fun family event around the garden organised by our 'Friends of the Garden'. A nest full of Easter chicks have hatched and ... More
Brilliant Bonnets
Botanic Garden
2pm – 4pm
Make paper flowers to decorate a beautiful Easter bonnet. ... More
Easter Activities
Old Fulling Mill, Museum of Archaeology
Easter Holidays
A wide range of activities throughout the Easter Holidays to keep the kids busy and entertained! ... More
Easter Activities
The Oriental Museum
Easter Holidays
Plenty of activities around the museum for kids to take part in throughout the holidays. ... More
Treasure Trail
Palace Green Library, Durham University
Easter Holidays
Pick up on one our specially designed children’s trails and explore the Treasures of the University. Activities start 2pm until 4pm daily.
Tel: 0191 334 2932 ... More
May
Friends of the Garden Plant Sale
Botanic Garden
10am – 4pm
A wide collection of plants and seeds available to purchase. ... More
May Day Madness
Botanic Garden
11am -4pm
Activities to celebrate May Day ... More
World Heritage Site Weekend
Palace Green Library, Durham University
Visit the marquee on Palace Green to help us celebrate World Heritage Site weekend. This 2 day festival will include family activities, tours and talks.
Museums ... More
June
Celebrate the Summer Solstice
Old Fulling Mill Museum of Archaeology
Late June
Try some traditional solstice crafts and learn all about this ancient festival. ... More
Durham Raft Race: Wet & Wacky on the River Wear
Durham Regatta
River Wear
Early June
Phone: 01913 864118 ... More
Nissan Benfield’s Last Night of The Proms
Nissan Sports & Social Grounds
Timings: 4pm – 10:45pm
Location: Nissan Sports & Social Grounds, Washington Road, Sunderland SR5 3NS
For tickets please call T: 0191 415 2354 ... More
July
Durham Miner's Gala
Racecourse and Streets
Early July
This politcal gathering, held on the second or sometimes the third Saturday in July, dates back to 1871. The roll-call of speakers at the More
Festival of British Archaeology
Fulling Mill
Late July
We are celebrate the Festival of British Archaeology with a selection of special events such as dinky digs, weaving, flint making etc.
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MG Car Display
Botanic Garden
Late July
10am – 4pm
Durham MG Owners Club showcase their cars in the Garden. ... More
August
Ancient Egypt
The Oriental Museum
10th August
1pm – 3pm
Make an Egyptian Papyrus Picture.
26th August
Make an Egyptian canopic Jar Complete with Organs. ... More
DLI Military Vehicle Rally
Durham Light Infantry Museum and Durham Art Gallery
Late August
Phone: 01913 842214 ... More
Islam
The Oriental Museum
Wednesday 3rd August
1pm – 3pm
Make an Islamic Prayer Mat and Learn About Ramadan.
Wednesday 24th August
1pm – 3pm
Make an Islamic Inspired Window.
Wednesday 31st August
Celebrate the Islamic ... More
Japan
The Oriental Museum
5th August
1pm – 3pm
Make Japanese Kites.
17th August
1pm – 3pm
Make a Japanese Zen Garden. ... More
Teddy Bear’s Picnic
Botanic Garden
Wednesday 3rd August
Wednesday 17th August
10am – 4pm
An all day event with special activities. Enter your bear into the most loved teddy competition, enjoy a bear ... More
September
Durham Military Tattoo
DURHAM MILITARY TATTOO 2008. Location: Palace Green, Durham City, DH1 3RW - 0191 3847641
2:30pm Afternoon & 8:30pm Evening Performance.
£5.00 Afternoon & £10.00 Evening Performances.
The ... More
Durham Punk Festival
Durham University
Heritage Open Days
Old Fulling Mill Museum of Archaeology
Free admission to Museum ... More
October
Half Term Family Activities
Old Fulling Mill
Half-term Holiday
Come along to the Old Fulling Mill Museum for a host of themed fun activities and enjoy FREE entry:
Advice for parents and carers:
All activities are ... More
Halloween Crook Hall
Crook Hall and Gardens
Late October
Phone: 01913 848028 ... More
The Durham City Walk
Raise money for Diabetes UK
2 mile walk along each side of the river. Starts and ends at Baths Bridge by the Racecourse. Free to participate ... More
December
A Traditional Victorian Christmas
Old Fulling Mill, Museum of Archaeology
FREE ENTRY IN DECEMBER
Join us in making Christmas cards and decorations and enjoy a cup of complimentary traditional mulled wine*.
1pm-3pm
*(non-alcoholic - suitable for children) ... More
Carols of Light
Durham Cathedral
Early December
8:00pm
The perfect way to kick off the festive season.
Raising money for North East charities, this spectacular festive celebration features readings and performances.
Telephone: 0191 386 4266
Email: ... More
Durham Traditional Christmas Festival
Palace Green
Early December
Durham’s award-winning, annual Christmas Festival with a wide range of festive entertainment for all the family in and around the World Heritage Site of the ... More
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