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
Carolina Blaze-Inspired Specials
Celebrate AUSL Signature Series with Carolina Blaze-inspired food and drink specials at participating buisnesses. Enjoy a pregame bite and sip before heading out to the games, happening all weekend long. 🔥 E.O's Athletic Club AVAILABLE JUNE 17-27Drink Special: Hot Streak Margarita: Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita with a Tajin RimFood Special: Bull City Blaze Wings with a Hot Honey SauceMenu Special: Trail Blazers Playmaker Special: PBR and Fireball Combo for $6 🔥 Bull McCabe's AVAILABLE JUNE 22-27Drink...
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Blazing the Trail AUSL Signature Series
From 5-6 pm on Thursday, June 25, join fellow Carolina Blaze fans in downtown Durham for happy hour at participating businesses to try one of their specialty Blaze-inspired food and drink specials before the game. After happy hour, march from the participating businesses to CCB Plaza at 6pm where we will congregate with Brazilian drummers, Batalá to "Blaze the Trail" down to Durham Bulls Athletic Park. Stick around to cheer on Carolina Blaze v. the...
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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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Trivia at Beer Study Durham
Trivia with alternating hosts Nick & Nikko for categories can include current events, music ID, movies, TV, books, geography, history,...
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Not Rocket Science Trivia
🤙 Get ready to kickstart an epic weekly trivia sesh, my friends! 🤙
DSSOLVR Durham's Weekly Trivia is about to blast off,...
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Ally J on the Roof at The Durham
Performances from Durham’s own Ally J on the Roof once a month, March through October. Head up to the Roof for $14 Girl Dinner special, $6...
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ADF Presents: Tere O’Connor Dance w/ Post Performance Discussion
ADF Co-Commission
Program: Construct-A-Guy, Tere’s talk, The Lace
Running time: 65 minutes, no intermission
Tickets are purchased...
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Flashback Flicks Outdoor Movie Series @ Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
Countdown complete — movie night is ready for liftoff! This summer, escape Earth’s orbit and journey through the cosmos at the newly...
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Little Hahas and Baby Otterjets at Golden Belt Artist Studios
A collection of small works, little chunks, and compact art – made by friends!
Opening Reception July 17 from 6-9pm (Durham’s Third...
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ADF Presents: Tere O’Connor Dance
ADF Co-Commission
Program: Construct-A-Guy, Tere’s talk, The Lace
Running time: 65 minutes, no intermission
Tickets are purchased...
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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, and more.
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Distortion 420 Happy Hour
Have you tried our new THC beverage, Distortion? Now you can for half off during our 420 Happy Hour every Wednesday. Featuring a tasty...
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Wine Wednesday! Free Wine Tasting
Join wine experts and taste your way through different regions, styles, grapes, & whatever other themes we can create! Each Wednesday Beer...
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Carolina Filmmakers Happy Hour
Introducing the CAROLINA FILMMAKERS HAPPY HOUR!
Network and socialize with your fellow indie filmmakers here in the Triangle and beyond....
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Reiki Share
Join in every first Wednesday for an evening of giving and receiving Reiki. Hosted By Reiki Master David Stample. All levels welcome. From...
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