Durham Events Calendar
Inspiring FOMO since 1869
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
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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Grace Givertz
Hailing from the sunshine state of Florida, Boston based artist Grace Givertz captivates audiences with her indie folk compositions, blending earworm melodies with heartfelt storytelling. As a multi-instrumentalist, she infuses her music with a diverse array of sounds, weaving folk, Americana, and indie rock into a tapestry uniquely her own.Drawing inspiration from her personal journey living with chronic illness, Givertz’s music resonates with raw emotion and introspection. Her experiences infuse her songs with depth and...
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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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Josh Gates Live! An Evening of Legends, Mysteries, and Tales of Adventure
Join explorer, talk show host, and author Josh Gates from Discovery Channel’s smash-hit series “Expedition Unknown” and “Josh Gates Tonight” for an evening of adventure! Josh will take viewers around the world and off-the-map with stories from his greatest expeditions and insights into the world’s greatest mysteries. From hilarious misadventures to thrilling moments of discovery, Josh keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
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Hot Wax on Tap, Drop-In Candle Making
Each Sunday, from 2p - 4p. No pre-registration is required, however if your group will be larger than 4 people, please send a quick email...
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Craft Club & Supply Swap
Get artsy crafty over a craft beer at our new Craft Club! Bring your own craft to do alongside others - whether it's knitting, sewing,...
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Sunday DRIFT Rooftop DJ Series at The Velvet Hippo!
Every Sunday you’ll hear music drifting from the rooftop on Orange Street! The Sunday afternoon DJ sets are a great way to end your weekend...
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Open Mic
Hosted by Deb Aronin. Comedy, Music, Poetry, Ventriloquism and whatever other talents and performance skills you might have. All are...
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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...
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Weekly Trivia Night at Ponysaurus Brewing
Geeks Who Drink hosts live pub trivia every Monday at 6:30 PM at Ponysaurus Brewing Co. on Hood Street in downtown Durham. One of Durham's...
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Crunk Club DRM presents: Crank Arm Durham RUN
It's Crunk the Crank Arm Run club in Durham!
Join in Monday for the weekly run club.
Run starts at 6:30PM with 3-5 mile routes or make...
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Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery
Join the Durham Community Board Game night meet up group for a night of board games. All are welcome!
Check out one of Moon Dog's many...
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Trivia at W XYZ bar at Aloft Hotel
Trivia night lasts an hour and is free and open to the public. Free parking is provided at the front desk. There is a full kitchen and bar,...
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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...
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Free Wine Tasting
Sample a selection of wines from estate grown, family owned wineries from around the world. These tastings are educational, but also casual...
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