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.
Enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and community at Durham’s newest gallery-bar hybrid in Old Five Points.
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Water for Elephants - the North Carolina High School Premiere by Jordan High School Theatre 6806 Garrett Rd
Durham, North Carolina 27707
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Six More Miles is a high-energy bluegrass collective rooted in tradition yet with an eye on the future. Drawing from the timeless sounds of...
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Film Screening — Luo Luo’s Future | Memory Project: 'Living the Pandemic' series 2020 Campus Dr
Durham, North Carolina 27708
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