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Use our calendar to find out what’s happening on the date you are visiting Durham, or search by event type, venue, or theme.
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Binding the Bard

04 April 2025 - 02 November 2025

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Historic Libraries

An exhibition of the entrants to our international bookbinding competition.

  • Creative
  • Exhibition
  • Exhibitions
  • Holiday activities
  • Public
  • Everyone

Shakespeare Recovered: Durham's First Folio

04 April 2025 - 02 November 2025

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Historic Libraries

This year, our iconic book takes centre stage at Palace Green Library.

  • Exhibition
  • Exhibitions
  • Holiday activities
  • Public
  • Everyone

Little Dragons

21 May 2025 - 21 May 2025

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Oriental Museum

Join us at the Oriental Museum on Wednesday mornings for Little Dragons, our FREE session for children under 5 and their families/carers. Each session will be packed full of exploring the museum galleries, fun craft activities, singing, games and stories.

  • Creative
  • Public
  • Family friendly
  • Under 5s

Twilight Talk: Curious Collections - The Museum of Archaeology’s Long (and Possibly Longer) History

22 May 2025 - 22 May 2025

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Museum of Archaeology

Discover the history of Durham's Museum of Archaeology, from its early days as a cabinet of curiosities to its collection shaped by changing times and people.

  • Lecture
  • Outreach & community
  • Public
  • Talks, training, seminars & conferences
  • Everyone

Weaving Stories: From Community Hands and Hearts

24 May 2025 - 14 September 2025

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Oriental Museum

A vibrant exhibition celebrating the creativity and voices of community groups who regularly collaborate with the Oriental Museum.

  • Creative
  • Exhibition
  • Exhibitions
  • Public
  • Family friendly
  • Everyone

Camel Caravan

24 May 2025 - 24 May 2025

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Oriental Museum

Be inspired by our new community exhibition and make your own cute camel art.

  • Family friendly
  • Children and families
  • Everyone

What’s on across our venues

Our unique cultural attractions include Durham Castle, Botanic Garden, Historic Libraries at Palace Green, Oriental Museum, Museum of Archaeology and our World Heritage Site Visitor Centre. Whatever your interest, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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