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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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The Monti GrandSLAM

An event eight months in the making, “The Monti GrandSLAM” pits regular season StorySLAM champions against each other with brand-new stories on an entirely new theme. Do not miss the championship event that everyone will be talking about.Eight storytellers. Five minutes per story. One GrandSLAM champion!

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Biscuits & Banjos Festival

GRAMMY & Pulitzer Prize-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens’ new festival is dedicated to the celebration and exploration of Black music, art and culture in her home state of North Carolina. Biscuits & Banjos is a 3-day festival to exchange ideas, expand conversations, uplift traditions, and trace the musical and geographical connections of old time, country, Americana, folk, jazz and blues to highlight their complicated origins. The festival will champion Black artists and creators, offering robust musical...

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Cosmic Baseball Takeover Tour

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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Uneasy Peace: Bennett Place Surrender's 160th Anniversary

During the 160th Anniversary Program, Bennett Place State Historic Site explores the surrender and its impact on all North Carolinians. Learn more about how veterans, civilians, and freedpeople alike experienced and thought about the end of the American Civil War and what would come next. The program features several costumed interpretation displays and performances.

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Civil War: Part 1 Airsoft Event

Ultimate Airsoft Event! Gear up and let the battle begin! For ages 8 and up.

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Bourbon Blending Class

Join Mystic Farm & Distillery for a professionally led course on the art and science of blending bourbon. The masterminds behind Mystic's excellent bourbon will lead you through blending your very own bottle! They hand select samples from 3 of their barrels to bring you the best tasting experience. Through the course, you will sample these bourbons individually and work with your instructor on identifying flavors and creating blends that are unique to you and...

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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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Durham Medical Orchestra: Virtuosity, Drama, and Delight

The Durham Medical Orchestra’s free spring concert will feature the winner of their inaugural Concerto Competition, Marisa D’Silva, playing... Details

Big Shoes to Fill

Celebrate the end of The COT’s 2024-25 season with masterworks by Schumann and Brahms. Apart from being best of friends, these two musical... Details

Pre-Theatre Menu at Alley Twenty Six

Durham’s Alley Twenty Six offers a Pre Theatre Menu from 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. The three-course menu includes appetizer, entree and... Details

Open Mic

Hosted by Deb Aronin. Comedy, Music, Poetry, Ventriloquism and whatever other talents and performance skills you might have. All are... Details

Karaoke Night at the bar!

Get ready for a night full of music, laughter, and unforgettable performances at Karaoke Night! Whether you’re a seasoned singer or a... 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

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

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

Crank Arm Run Club

Join in on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at the Durham taproom of Crank Arm Brewing Company for a group run with the cRUNk crew! Hang out after for... Details

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... Details

The Devines Intervention Comedy Open Mic

Every Monday! Try out your best jokes on stage. Sign up opens at 7:30; mic begins at 8pm. Details

Lea Michele Live

Lea Michele is an award-winning actress, singer, and New York Times bestselling author, best known for her iconic role as “Rachel Berry” on... Details

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