Events in Durham, NC | Find Festivals, Concerts & Sporting Events

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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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Todd Wright — Music on Main Concert

Music on Main features a wide selection of musical artists selected by Duke Arts every Saturday through October 12 from 5–8 p.m. Attendees of all ages are invited to bring chairs and blankets for seating and discover a new artist each week! Takeout is available from Streets at Southpoint restaurants, and you take advantage of the new social district, which allows visitors to enjoy alcoholic beverages purchased at on-site restaurants/bars while walking around the designated...

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Cigar & Bourbon Pairing

Join a professionally led course on the art of pairing cigars and bourbon. This class is for new cigar smokers and seasoned cigar smokers alike. Get ready to indulge in a unique pairing experience that will tantalize your taste buds and elevate your senses. This course will demonstrate hand-rolling techniques along with proper cutting, lighting and smoking. Then move to the porch to indulge in a guided pairing journey including a trio of bourbons to...

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Kate McGarry & Keith Ganz Quartet — Music on Main Concert

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StoryTime with Willa Brigham and Linda Gorham

Embark on a storytelling journey for the whole family featuring the talented storytellers, Willa Brigham and Linda Gorham! Willa Brigham, a beloved storyteller and two-time Emmy Award Winning Host of the television show, “Smart Start Kids,” has a knack for bringing characters to life and captivating young imaginations – enchanting children and adults alike with her lively narratives. Linda Gorham is a dynamic storyteller known for her energetic performances and engaging storytelling voice, that will...

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Full Moon Fever Bike Ride

Experience the American Tobacco Trail at night with the Durham Community Trail Watch group. Please note: the ride has two starting times and locations. 7:30 p.m. - Early Start Time: the early start is at 7:30 p.m. in front of Mellow Mushroom (410 Blackwell Street) in downtown Durham. That group will ride down the American Tobacco Trail and meet up with the late group that meets at 8:30 p.m. in front of Bean Traders. 8:3...

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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...

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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...

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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.

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Hubbly & Braai

Authentic South African braai (BBQ) Hookah all afternoon, powered by @hookahdoitbetter Reigning sounds from across the African... Details

Taste of Soul NC

Join Taste of Soul NC Saturday Memorial Day weekend for amazing Food, Music & Fun. Bring the whole family as there will something for... Details

Pre-Theatre Menu at Alley Twenty Six

Durham’s Alley Twenty Six offers a Pre Theatre Menu from 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. The three-course menu includes appetizer, entree and... Details

Sips & Scribbles: Journaling Party for Adults!

Sips & Scribbles is a crafting party for adults centered on expression of emotions and feelings & connection with art and other peeps. It... Details

Durham African American History Guided Tour

Durham is the home of a litany of African American historic sites. Whether you want to learn about architects, artists, athletes, or... Details

Todd Wright — Music on Main Concert

Music on Main features a wide selection of musical artists selected by Duke Arts every Saturday through October 12 from 5–8 p.m. Attendees... Details

Downtown Durham True Crime Walking Tour

Hosted by a local historian, the Durham True Crime walking tour will surely capture your curiosity. From a mayoral candidate with a... Details

Soda Water Sea

See Durham’s best (and only) psychedelic rock orchestra, Soda Water Sea, live in all their 20+ member glory! The night kicks off with an... Details

Boygirl Rising / Rent Strike / Helga Pataki / Dirty Harry

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Shamu Garcon--Cajun, Zydeco

This amazing group features Louisiana native, Shamu (aka, Chris Mankoff) on fiddle, guitar, & vocals, Rytas Vilgalys on accordion, Jean... Details

Whitelisted

Rebecca is enjoying life in her newly renovated apartment when some seriously spooky stuff starts happening. Bulldog Ensemble Theater... Details

Special Edition Scented Reading Club

Join a SPECIAL EDITION of the Scented Reading Club! Michelle C. Johnson and Amy Burtaine, bee tenders and students of the honeybee, will... Details

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