Durham Events Calendar
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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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Featured Events
Chris Botti
Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades. He’s collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, Andrea Bocelli, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, and others. He’s topped the jazz charts with numerous albums, earned multiple Gold and Platinum records, performed with symphony...
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Art of War IV
One of the most intense paintball games of the year! 2 factions fighting for control. Featuring some of the biggest names in scenario paintball on the east coast!
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Julie Williams — 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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Durham Bulls Fall FanFest
A limited number of tickets will be available, with activities including:Play Catch on the FieldBatting Practice for fans 12 & underSay hello to and get pictures with Wool E. BullPhoto opportunities with the manual scoreboard and groundscrew equipmentInflatable GamesPlease note: dogs are not allowed inside Durham Bulls Athletic Park except for designated Bark in the Park events, with the exception of service dogs.
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SplatterFlix Film Series
It’s exactly what you think it is: the goriest, scariest horror movies ever made, re-animated by Retro Film Series for screening over a three-day weekend.
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Blacktoberfest
Black Brew Culture's amazing celebration of beer, food, art and entertainment.
The festival will feature a range of activities and experiences that highlight the rich and diverse culture of Black-owned businesses. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample some of the best craft beers and BBQ in the country, while enjoying live music, engaging in interactive activities, and learning from industry experts.
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Chloe Klimes — 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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Bull City Race Fest and Food Truck Rodeo
This festival has something for the fastest runners and families alike. Start and Finish at Diamond View Park at the American Tobacco Campus and choose from the Half Marathon, Five Miler or 1 Mile distances. Enjoy a fall morning of running through downtown Durham, Duke University and surrounding Historic Neighborhoods. After you cross the finish line, enjoy delicious eats from a variety of delicious food trucks! The Bull City Race Fest is the culmination of...
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NC Comicon
New exhibits. New panels. New all-encompassing comic book pop culture overload experience! And of course the finest vendors in comic books, toys, and collectibles as well as a plethora of phenomenal comic book creators from the triangle area and around the world. All of this plus our massive fan-favorite Cosplay Contest! Attend the best one-of-a-kind panels by industry professionals and local talent. NC Comicon has everything that you’re looking for, from costume making and world...
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Air Supply
One of the Greatest Soft Rock Duos of All Time Air Supply has been the recipient of unprecedented, worldwide radio airplay for their countless love songs. The duo of Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock began in 1975. Russell provided the words, Hitchcock the distinctive tenor vocals, and Air Supply was born. In a very short time, they found themselves with seven consecutive top-five hits such as "Lost In Love," "All Out Of Love," and "Even...
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Show Me Reptiles & Exotics Show
The Show Me Reptile & Exotics Show is one of the largest reptile and exotic pet shows in the region. This is a safe and family friendly event geared to educate and introduce people to reptiles and exotics.
The show is also a great place to go if you already have pets, with feeders and supplies from quality sources.
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Solstice: A Winter Circus Experience
Embark on an acrobatic journey with “Solstice: a Winter Circus Experience.” This captivating circus show unfolds the story of a character who has lost his inner light, plunging him into a wondrous and surreal world where memories come to life and the ordinary becomes ‘extra’ordinary. “Solstice” blends over 8 acrobatic acts with lighting, costumes, music, scenery, and snow to create a unique blend of poetry and circus in a 75-minute show! “Solstice” is an unforgettable...
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3rd Wednesday Jazz Jam
Jazz Jam sessions, showcasing some of this area's finest jazz musicians. This month's session is hosted by The Hilltones, featuring Michael...
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Brett Chambers Open Mic
Very limited, properly spaced seating inside.First come, first serve.ALSO will stream on Brett’s Open Mic FB page.
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Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery
Join Moon Dog Meadery and Host Leo Flounoy for a night of judgement-free karaoke!
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Vinyl Night with DJ Deckades
BYO Vinyl DJ Night & Record Pop-Up Shop.
Hosted by DJ Deckades (@djdeckades) a Durham based vinyl DJ
Record Pop Up Shop by Three Count...
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Documentary Screening — Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party
In 2024, the long-thought lost 16mm reels of Tom Petty in Cameron Crowe’s first film, “Heartbreakers Beach Party”, were finally found. The...
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Malevo: Xtreme Malambo
MALEVO – the “South American Sensation” – was created by director, choreographer, and dancer, Matías Jaime. The Company has reenvisioned...
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Bring Your Own Vinyl Night | Every Thursday
Join in for a groovy night of record spinning at Congress Social Bar in East Durham every Thursday! It's Bring Your Own Vinyl Night, where...
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Family Night Out
Bring the whole family for a night of spooky fun and eerie excitement at the Creepy Crawley Carnival. Embrace the Halloween spirit with a...
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Durham Foodie Fare
The MAKRS Society presents: Durham Foodie Fare @ Durham Central Park: a foodie and art market.
Showcasing the Triangle's diverse food and...
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Live Music Nights on the Lawn
On Friday nights make sure to bring the whole crew to Bull McCabe's for free & family friendly concerts featuring upbeat local artists on...
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The Duke Street Dogs
The Duke Street Dogs are a four-piece acoustic band out of Durham, NC. They play songs written by Dog Michael Borstelmann, as well as...
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