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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Third Friday in the Visitor Info Center - Museum of Life and Science Activation!

Stop by the Visitor Info Center on Third Friday for expert Durham recommendations, a free slice of Pie Pushers pizza, and a family-friendly activation from our friends at The Museum of Life and Science! You'll be able to meet some critters from the museum and learn about their upcoming spring and summer programming.

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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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The Promise of Peace: Slavery's End in North Carolina

The close of the American Civil War with military surrenders at sites like Bennett Place assured the end of legal slavery in America. On the evening before the 160th anniversary of the Bennett Place surrender, join us as we commemorate and recognize the lives of over 330,000 North Carolinians enslaved during the Civil War. This program highlights experiences of enslaved and newly freed people through storytelling, music, and luminaries.

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Art Exhibition – Freedom: Forward March

Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Saturday, 12PM–5PM and by appointment Details

Studio Ghibli Film Series

For decades, Studio Ghibli has created breathtakingly beautiful movies that have captivated and inspired audiences for generations through... Details

Art Exhibit — Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless

“Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless” explores and amplifies the problematic colonial history and the concept of cargo cults from an... Details

History Exhibit: Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery

The Museum of Durham History, in partnership with the Friends of Geer Cemetery, is proud to present Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery:... Details

Old School Bingo Night – Every Wednesday Night

Think you’ve got the winning card? Join FREE-TO-PLAY BINGO, every Wednesday at 7pm, where the prizes are real, the drinks are flowin’, and... Details

Secret Mall Apartment Premieres in Durham

See SECRET MALL APARTMENT—a sneakily brilliant, award-winning documentary film that’s as fun as it is unbelievable. Opens Friday May 9 only... Details

Arts & Drafts

Arts & Drafts Durham is a creative arts community meet-up where people get together to work on their crafts while chatting and supporting a... Details

Cocktails and Cornices Walking Tour

Join Preservation Durham for a tour highlighting the architectural history of Downtown Durham's Historic District, listed in the National... Details

Disc Golf Putting League

Join in any or every week for an organized disc golf putting tournament on a temporary 9 basket course hosted by our friends within the... Details

The MOST Open Mic (Monday Moans)

It’s a weekly open-mic event held at West End Wine Bar, offering five-minute slots for everything from stand‑up comedy to storytelling and... Details

Trivia Night at Ponysaurus Brewing Co.

Show off your smarty pants at Ponysaurus Brewing's weekly Trivia Night! They'll test your knowledge of the useless information you learned... Details

This is a co-creative meditation space designed to foster a sense of belonging and nurture meaningful connections for people who identify... Details

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