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Children/Family events
Lanchester
Do you love snakes? Do you want to learn more about our slithery friends ? Do you also crave delicious milkshakes? If you answered yes to any (or all) of the above questions then this event is for you!
Festival
Lanchester
Scoop Music Festival is a 3 day camping festival celebrating local talent, sited at Burnhopeside Hall near the picturesque village of Lanchester.
Festival
County Durham
A family camping festival in the North East at the picturesque Lambton Park in Co-DurhamJoin us to experience something different, see great acts and discover wonderful new ways to enjoy yourself with your family.
Concert
Howden-Le-Wear
Top INTERNATIONAL concert organist & STAR of The PROMS PLAYS THE MIGHTY WURLITZER.
Festival
Newton Aycliffe
A family friendly live music festival taking place on Saturday 27th July 2024 at OakLeaf Sports Complex.
Markets
Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland's open-air Street Food Market is back bringing food and entertainment from across the region. Last Friday of every month March to October 4pm to 9pm
Festival
Bishop Auckland
On this night, we welcome a special Family Night celebration featuring 2 stellar acts, Unicorn Dance Party and Mad Alice Theatre Company!
Concert
Bishop Auckland
The UK’s premiere touring Queen tribute band, Majesty have been entertaining audiences across the world for the past ten years and are acclaimed for their electrifying recreation of Queen’s iconic live performances.
Workshop
Lanchester
Come along and join us for an afternoon of needle felting with Leanne from Hippy Lizard.
Markets
Spennymoor
Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Saturday 8:00-16:00
Children/Family events
Lanchester
Join us, this Summer, for another very popular Children's Beginner's Art Workshop with our resident artist Mags from PastelArt by Mags where you will learn to paint, in soft pastels, this adorable Scruffy Mutt.
Food & Drink Festival
Chester le Street
Organisers of a hugely successful food, drink and music festival have announced plans to expand its footprint in 2024 – and are now asking traders who wish to be part of the event to apply.
Workshop
Lanchester
After the sell out of all of our previous Art Workshops we have added another date to our busy schedule of events. Join us for a Beginner's Art Workshop with our resident artist Mags from PastelArt by Mags where you will learn to paint, in soft…
Festival
High Street, Spennymoor
Spennymoor Mural Festival returns this summer!
Arts & Crafts
Bishop Auckland
Join us for an inspiring series of workshops that combine the tranquility of walking with the creativity of art-making.
Performance
Bishop Auckland
Travel through time and watch legends come to life.
Local Events
Chester le Street
Drop in session, free IT support for seniors.
Pantomimes
Consett
Packed full of adventure, fun, dazzling costumes, hit songs, audience participation, and all your favourite characters – Leah Bell and company return in 2024 to present the most magical fairy tale of them all – Cinderella. You’ll really have a…
Festival
Bishop Auckland
Join us at Auckland Castle for an evening with The Unthanks, the multi-award-winning folk group celebrated for their authentic blend of traditional melodies and modern sensibilities, creating a sound that is both timeless and innovative.
Food & Drink
Wynyard
Embrace the crisp flavours of fall with our Autumn Afternoon Tea, where every sip and bite evokes the cosy charm of the season.
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