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The Bowes Museum and grounds are once again set to come alive with the sights, sounds and aromas of the annual Christmas Market. A firm favourite in the regional calendar, the ever-popular event takes place in the Museum grounds, with entrance to the Museum and tradition fairground rides included.

The Full Moon Market brings some of the finest street food chefs from across the North East into the heart of Durham for an evening market with an inimitable atmosphere. Serving from 16:00 to 21:00 in Durham Market Place, the Full Moon Market is an ideal evening event for everyone, from the youngest to the oldest, from students to groups of colleagues to entire families. 20 Sept 2019 18 Oct 2019 22 Nov 2019 30 Nov 2019 As well as the choice of street food stalls, there’s live music pro...

Join us for a special 10th year anniversary edition. Lumiere is the UK’s largest light festival and has been transforming cities across the UK since 2009. Each Lumiere festival invites local and international artists to create works that re-imagine buildings and public spaces, changing the way we experience our environment and the dark, winter nights. Prepare to be dazzled by large-scale projections, interactive creations and mind-blowing installations alongside a selection of quieter, more con...