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
The 7th Annual Rocky Horror Picture Show Halloween Ball
A Retro annual tradition! More than just a movie screening, Retro presents a full-theatrical, FX-driven, light show-blazing, fog-blowing, call-backing, motion picture extravaganza! Fasten your garter belt and come up to the Carolina Theatre’s historic 1000-seat lab and see what’s on the slab! This madcap musical begins when rain-soaked Brad and Janet take refuge in the castle of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a transvestite mad scientist from outer space who is about to unveil his greatest creation! This...
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A Mystic Hallowee Costume Party
Have a spooktacular time with specialty cocktails, live music, a costume contest with prizes, and haunted trail! Early bird tickets go on sale 9/14/23 for $20 and include 1 cocktail so grab them while they last! The Haunted Trail will run from 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM with groups up to 15 people being admitted every 15 minutes. You can select your time slot when you purchase your tickets.
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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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Holiday Parade
Cheer on dynamic floats, hometown bands, drill teams, schools, and community groups as they make their way down Main Street at the Durham Holiday Parade. The procession will conclude with a guest appearance from Santa.
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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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Cosmic Baseball Takeover Tour
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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Boulders & Brews Meetup
Show up and climb at TRC Durham, then head over to Hi-Wire for some brews! Bouldering begins at 6:30pm. Don't worry if it's your first time...
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Trivia Night w/Big Slow Tom
Join Clouds Durham for Big Slow Tom's Trivia Night, every THURSDAY at 7:30pm. Win some prizes, drink some beer, & show your smarts.
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Open Mic Stand-Up Comedy
Open Mic Stand-Up Comedy is every Friday from 8-11pm. Comedians from around the Triangle join forces to bring you the best comedy night in...
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Little Leapers: Playtime with purpose
LEARN AND GROW THROUGH DIFFERENT TYPES OF PLAY
Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play trampoline adventure created for parents and...
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Crafternoons
Crafternoons - All day event. Free pint with purchase of craft box. Choose from a variety of craft packages available for all ages.
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Public Tour of Duke Chapel
Learn about the history, architecture, and life of Duke Chapel in this tour, which is free and open to the public. The tour begins at 12:15...
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Hammered Trivia w/ Thor
Award winning Trivia Hosted by Thor himself. Come get hammered and see why Sunday funday just got a little bit better, from mimosas, beer...
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Comedy and Music Open Mic at Moon Dog Meadery
Presented with ComedyDurham. Sign ups begin at 6:30. Comedy, music, poetry, any artistic performance you'd like to share are welcome.
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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...
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Women on the Wall
This 1-hour meetup will explore the adventure of climbing in a close and supportive atmosphere. Learn to focus your attention on your...
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Horton Grove Hike
Join Triangle Land Conservancy Trail Guides on a brand new social hike series at Horton Grove! There will be a hike on the first Wednesday...
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