Durham Events Calendar
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Every day in the Bull City, there’s a wide variety of events happening to help you connect with our vibrant community. In fact, our event calendar hosts more than 5,000 visitor-friendly, Durham-grown events per year. Event organizers, small businesses and other organizations put together events like concerts, social gatherings, fund raisers, fairs, festivals and more, all designed for connection and sharing of cultures. If you're already here or planning a trip, use our search function below to find events suited to all interests and ages, from festivals and holiday headliners to creative DIY events, trivia nights, art exhibits, makers' markets and more.
Plan a Trip Around Durham's Biggest Annual Events
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.
Submit an Event to our Calendar
If you're a Durham-based venue or organization and you'd like us to include your event on our calendar, follow the link below to find our submission guidelines and submit your information.
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Featured Events
An Evening with David Byrne
David Byrne returns to the road with a brand-new live show in support of his latest album Who Is the Sky?, Byrne’s first album since releasing the acclaimed 2018 American Utopia, which was later adapted into a hit Broadway musical and HBO film. It was produced by the Grammy-winning Kid Harpoon (Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus), while its 12 songs were arranged by the members of New York-based chamber ensemble Ghost Train Orchestra. Guests include Paramore’s...
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Sunset Paddle on Falls Lake
Enjoy a relaxed evening on the water as you paddle out to watch the sunset. As the sun disappears below the horizon, spend some time soaking in the colors and sounds of the evening before slowly making your way back to shore. Discover the sights and sounds of the early evening hours on this relaxing and fun paddle. Beginners welcome, but a basic knowledge of how to steer your boat is encouraged. Frog Hollow also...
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Third Friday in the Visitor Info Center: Carolina Blaze Giveaways!
Join us for a night of giveaways ahead of the AUSL Carolina Blaze at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park! Try to pin the horns on Major the Bull to win Carolina Blaze tickets and various swag. We will also have pizza on deck (while supplies last), a prize wheel, and postcard writting.
Stop by to see us before heading out to expolre all that Third Friday has to offer.
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HAMILTON
America's #1 Musical A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation. HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics...
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Downtown Durham Food Tour with Taste Carolina
Durham is about cutting edge culture and fantastic food. Taste Carolina food tours highlight the restaurants, shops and people that are...
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Beer Garden Concert Series
Ready to rock out in the Beer Garden? Another season of the Beer Garden Concert Series will be out back in the Glass Jug RTP Beer Garden...
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HAMILTON
America's #1 Musical
A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation.
HAMILTON is the epic saga that...
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Self-Guided Kayak, Canoe, and Paddle Board Trips on lower Eno River
Meet at one of Durham's beautiful local flatwater out-and-back paddling destinations. You bring the people and Frog Hollow will bring the...
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Cars and Coffee
One of the Southeast's largest & most prestigious monthly auto events. As always, all cars, trucks, and motorcycles are welcome.
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Durham Farmers’ Market
The Durham Farmers’ Market offers locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, cut flowers, artisanal cheeses and breads, home-baked...
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parkrun Durham
What is Durham NC parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!...
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Walk-In Saturday at Welcome Tattoo
Walk-In Saturdays are the perfect opportunity to get tattooed by talented artists without the need for an appointment. Here’s everything...
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Self-Guided Tours of Pauli Murray's Childhood Home
The Rev. Dr. Pauli Murray was a twentieth-century human rights activist, legal scholar, author, labor organizer, poet, Episcopal priest,...
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Drop-In Make Your Own Body Fragrance
Bright Black invites you to a drop-in perfume making experience every Saturday, from 11a - 5p. Experiment with dope scents and great vibes,...
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Boxyard Birthday: Celebrating 5 years!
Holla! On June 6, Boxyard RTP turns 5 years old, and they're going full nostalgia with an all-day celebration of pure, unfiltered fun for...
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Guided Tour of Pauli Murray's Childhood Home
Explore the childhood home of a twentieth-century human rights activist, legal scholar, author, labor organizer, poet, Episcopal priest,...
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