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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Permaculture Immersion
During this immersion, we will offer workshops exploring Permaculture from an Indigenous perspective, urban organic farming, building with...
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NC Queer Farmer Convergence
NC Queer Farmers Network will host the first ever NC Queer Farmer Convergence at Soul Sanctuary in Durham. The event will create spaces for...
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Freaky Friday Dance Party!
One thing about it, is you know you are the baddest “B around, so why not tip toe through Durham’s sexiest Queer nightclub with that killer...
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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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We Built This: Profiles of Black Architects and Builders in North Carolina
Many of North Carolina’s most treasured buildings were designed and built by Black craftsmen, builders and architects, yet their stories...
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Line Dance class is open to the general public. It's a great body and mind workout and participants will learn beginner level choreographed...
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Tasting at Ten
Tasting at Ten is a free coffee tasting hosted by Counter Culture Coffee at the roastery, every Friday at 10am. A new coffee is featured...
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Discovering West Point: Historic Walking Tour
Have you ever wondered about the lives of the people who were here before you? At West Point on the Eno, explore the complex histories of...
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North Durham Friday Evening Farmers' Market
North Durham Farmers' Market is Durham's newest Farmers' Market centering BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and Women-led businesses. Visit every 2nd and 4th...
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Bull City Cocktails Tour
Sip, stroll, and discover the stories behind one of North Carolina's most vibrant food and drink scenes.
Bull City Cocktails is a guided...
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Playdate Create: Scent Storytelling
Bright Black joins DAC as a partner, offering a new parent-child workshop series on Fridays, called Playdate Create: Scent Storytelling....
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Playdate Create: Scent Storytelling
Bright Black joins DAC as a partner, offering a new parent-child workshop series on Fridays, called Playdate Create: Scent Storytelling....
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