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Every day in the Bull City, there’s a wide variety of events happening to help you get involved in our vibrant community. If you're already here or planning a trip, use our search function below to find events suited to all interests and ages.

Durham is home to many homegrown festivals and events that happen annually and are easy to plan a trip around. From beats to barbecue and everything in between, check out our seasonal events page to find the perfect time to visit the Bull City.

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Featured Events

Biscuits & Banjos Festival

GRAMMY & Pulitzer Prize-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens’ new festival is dedicated to the celebration and exploration of Black music, art and culture in her home state of North Carolina. Biscuits & Banjos is a 3-day festival to exchange ideas, expand conversations, uplift traditions, and trace the musical and geographical connections of old time, country, Americana, folk, jazz and blues to highlight their complicated origins. The festival will champion Black artists and creators, offering robust musical...

Uneasy Peace: Bennett Place Surrender's 160th Anniversary

During the 160th Anniversary Program, Bennett Place State Historic Site explores the surrender and its impact on all North Carolinians. Learn more about how veterans, civilians, and freedpeople alike experienced and thought about the end of the American Civil War and what would come next. The program features several costumed interpretation displays and performances.

Civil War: Part 1 Airsoft Event

Ultimate Airsoft Event! Gear up and let the battle begin! For ages 8 and up.

Bourbon Blending Class

Join Mystic Farm & Distillery for a professionally led course on the art and science of blending bourbon. The masterminds behind Mystic's excellent bourbon will lead you through blending your very own bottle! They hand select samples from 3 of their barrels to bring you the best tasting experience. Through the course, you will sample these bourbons individually and work with your instructor on identifying flavors and creating blends that are unique to you and...

Juneteenth Celebration

Officially sanctioned by the National Juneteenth Observance Foundation, this fun-filled, educational, and uplifting festival will feature national recording artists and local performers, food trucks, vendors, a health fair, a Kids zone, exhibitors, and more! The festival kicks off with the official Opening Ceremony, which includes a processional with dancers, drummers, and the community. This is followed by a prayer, proclamations, the pouring of the libation, and presentations on the origin and significance of Juneteenth. Entertainment...

Festival for the Eno

Music: Over 60 artists on three stages. Juried Craft Show: artisans from throughout the Southeast.Food & Drink: Food trucks and vendors, craft beers, wines, seltzers and cider.More: Art and dance demonstrations, fun on the river! The EnoFest, presented annually by the Eno River Association, raises awareness and funds to protect and restore exceptional places that provide our region with clean water and healthy forests, wildlife and natural areas, and open space. Parking is at Durham...

OUTSOUTH Queer Film Festival

OUTSOUTH Queer Film Festival celebrates a worldwide glimpse of today’s LGBTQ+ life, helps bring the community together and features entertaining and sophisticated films and filmmaking.

The Promise of Peace: Slavery's End in North Carolina

The close of the American Civil War with military surrenders at sites like Bennett Place assured the end of legal slavery in America. On the evening before the 160th anniversary of the Bennett Place surrender, join us as we commemorate and recognize the lives of over 330,000 North Carolinians enslaved during the Civil War. This program highlights experiences of enslaved and newly freed people through storytelling, music, and luminaries.

Art Exhibit — By Dawn’s Early Light

The years 2024 and 2025 mark the sixtieth anniversaries of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The two Acts... Details

Art Exhibition – Freedom: Forward March

Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Saturday, 12PM–5PM and by appointment Details

Studio Ghibli Film Series

For decades, Studio Ghibli has created breathtakingly beautiful movies that have captivated and inspired audiences for generations through... Details

Art Exhibit — Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless

“Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless” explores and amplifies the problematic colonial history and the concept of cargo cults from an... Details

BOLD Layers Artwork by Hager-Braun and Thayer

Bold Layers show - Christine Hager-Braun and Tim Thayer BOLD Layers is the first show together of Christine Hager-Braun and Tim Thayer.... Details

A small art show highlighting the beauty and growth of Durham in celebration of Durham's birthday! Details

Annie Nashold: Through a Dark Wind

5 Points Gallery in downtown Durham is thrilled to present Annie Nashold: Through a Dark Wind “Sometimes you create a new group of... Details

Old School Bingo Night – Every Wednesday Night

Think you’ve got the winning card? Join FREE-TO-PLAY BINGO, every Wednesday at 7pm, where the prizes are real, the drinks are flowin’, and... Details

History Exhibit: Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery

The Museum of Durham History, in partnership with the Friends of Geer Cemetery, is proud to present Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery:... Details

4th Annual Sandlot Revival

Get ready for a weekend of hard hits, good vibes, and community at the 4th Annual Sandlot Revival! Historic Durham Athletic Park will come... Details

Butter Biscuit Cider Release

It’s giving butterbeer but alcoholic. ✨ Introducing Butter Biscuit Cider! A limited-edition pour crafted just for Biscuits & Banjos... Details

Cosmic Baseball Takeover Tour