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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Go Fore The Green Tournament

9 AM Shotgun Start18 – Hole Two – Person Scramble TournamentIncludes:– 18 – Hole Greens Fee– 18 – Hole Cart Fee– On-Course Contests– Best Dressed Team Contest (criteria: “most-spirited”, previous teams have dressed as leprechauns and shamrocks!)

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Love Durham Third Friday in the Visitor Info Center

This Third Friday, it's a Love Durham party! Start your evening with a feel-good hangout in the Visitor Info Center, open 6-8 p.m., sampling treats from local Black-owned businesses and hearing about the newest updates to the Love Durham campaign before you head out to see art and support small businesses. Free samples from Ashleigh Bakes Daily, Favor Desserts and East Durham Sweet ShoppeStart the Love Durham Challenge to earn prizes for visiting activations around...

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Durham Bulls FanFest

Fans will have the opportunity to participate in a number of on-field activities such as inflatables, face-painting and a petting zoo!

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Full Frame Documentary Film Festival

The Full Frame Documentary Film Festival is an annual international event dedicated to the theatrical exhibition of nonfiction cinema. Each spring, Full Frame welcomes filmmakers and film lovers from around the world for a four-day, morning-to-midnight array of nearly 100 films, as well as discussions, panels, and Southern hospitality. The festival is a program of the Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University.

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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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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

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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St. Patrick's Weekend

Get ready to shamrock and roll this St. Patrick's Weekend at Glass Jug RTP! They're pouring tasty Shortest Road Irish Red Ale and the rich... Details

Virge Yoga Weekend Events

FRIDAY 9:45AM BIRDS OF FLIGHT POWER VINYASA WITH SOPHIA FRIDAY 4:30PM FULL MOON FLOW UNHEATED POWER VINYASA WITH MELISSA SUNDAY... Details

Freaky Friday Dance Party!

One thing about it, is you know you are the baddest “B around, so why not tip toe through Durham’s sexiest Queer nightclub with that killer... Details

St. Patrick's Day Weekend

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with The Federal & James Joyce all weekend. They'll be rocking all weekend on the back patio and... Details

Images & Ideas: Celebrating 30 Years of Film at Hayti

Hayti Heritage Film Festival is partnering with Lauren E. Banks’ Visionary Village to do a one-of-a-kind cinema pop-up titled Images &... Details

Storytime at Barnes and Noble

All ages are welcome! Brief activity to follow. Usually 11 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Call or check the schedule. Details

Downtown Durham Food Tour with Taste Carolina

Durham is about cutting edge culture and fantastic food. Taste Carolina food tours highlight the restaurants, shops and people that are... Details

Pauli Murray Dog Walk: a Pawsitive Impact Benefit Walk with the Pauli Murray Center

Join the inaugural Pauli Murray Dog Walk—a celebration of Pauli Murray's love for their furry friends and a day of walking in solidarity... Details

Beginning Birding for Adults

Build your bird observation skills with Liani Yirka, education program coordinator for Duke Gardens and experienced birder, on a slow... Details

parkrun Durham

What is Durham NC parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!... Details

Durham Farmers’ Market

The Durham Farmers’ Market offers locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, cut flowers, artisanal cheeses and breads, home-baked... Details

Drop-In Make Your Own Body Fragrance

Bright Black invites you to a drop-in perfume making experience every Saturday, from 11a - 5p. Experiment with dope scents and great vibes,... Details

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