
What is there to love about Hexham in this romantic of all the months? Hexham’s February highlights include cinema, stand up, gigs, drama, history, creative workshops, two farmers’ markets, mountaineering, Scottish country dancing and – in sharp contrast – American Superslam Wrestling. Click on the links below to get booking. HEXHAM IN FEBRUARY – DAILY…
In the lead up to Christmas, Hexham’s events calendar becomes even busier than usual. We’ve selected just a few to lure you here over the festive period. Think ‘high brow’ to family frolics and everything in between! Early December Until Sat 20th Hexham Christmas Gifts Trail 44 town-centre windows FREE Mon 1st at 7pm What’s…

Hexham’s much-loved Christmas windows trail is back again! * The Hexham Christmas Gifts Trail features 40+ businesses around the town centre that sell brilliant festive gifts and/or vouchers* Three bumper gift hampers (each worth hundreds of pounds) will be won on 21st December* The trial will launch at the Christmas Lights event on 21st November*…

Hexham makes the most of the dark nights every November. Events include a stunning fireworks display (8th) and the switch on of the town’s beautiful Christmas Lights. Until the 16th of the month, you can see the stunning Gaia installation in the peace of Hexham Abbey. DAILY HIGHLIGHTS Daily until 16th Nov Gaia installation by…

Spook Night 2025 returns to Hexham Hexham’s hugely popular Spook Night is taking place on Saturday, 25th October in 2025. The event promises families an exciting blend of fairground rides and traditional Halloween festivities. Organised by Hexham Community Partnership in collaboration with M&C Funfairs and on behalf of Hexham Town Council, Spook Night is set…

Hexham has got a serious sci-fi vibe going on this August. That’s all thanks to a new festival called Cosmic Frequencies and a unique sci-fi monsters exhibition. We’re also welcoming GlastonAbbey, an outdoor tribute festival at Hexham Abbey over the Bank Holiday Weekend. Love films? Don’t miss our link below to the trailer for Jaws…

Queen’s Hall Arts in Hexham has just launched its spring season for 2025. It will host some excellent touring theatre, live music, family and comedy over the next few months. A Hexham Must-See This elegant Victorian building has been at the heart of Hexham since 1866. It was built originally as a town hall and…

Hexham’s weather may not be the finest in February, but we start to see promises of spring, such as snowdrops, coming through. Our winter lights still shine through the dark around the bandstand and there’s plenty to do indoors. Here are our highlights for the month. Daily Hexham events in February All month (closed Sundays)…

Tired of being stuck in the house? Why not take an indoor or outdoor tour of Hexham? The history of Hexham is rich and fascinating. St. Wilfrid put us on the map back in the seventh century by establishing a monastery here (built almost entirely from upcycled Roman ruins!). Thanks to our key location near…
Father Christmas is appearing at Hexham Old Gaol. This is how the outside of the building looks. Once you’ve come inside, you’ll have your name ticked off on a list by a volunteer wearing a green hat and a black apron, like these ladies. You’ll then go into the Wish List room where you can…