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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.
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.
If you have any questions, please email eventcalendar@discoverdurham.com.
4th Birthday Party Weekend
545 Foster St
Durham, North Carolina 27701
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Join in for a weekend to remember as Glass Jug Downtown celebrates its 4th birthday in style! Get ready to toast to four fabulous years... Details
Downtown Durham Food Tour with Taste Carolina
212 W Main St
Durham, North Carolina 27701
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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
parkrun Durham
100 Third Fork Rd
Durham, North Carolina 27707
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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
Mystic Highland Games
1413 Stallings Road
Durham, North Carolina 27703
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Celebrate Scottish heritage at the 5th Annual Mystic Highland Games. Join in among the Clan tents for competitions, dancing, piping,... Details
Carrie Shoemaker 5K
Durham, NC 27705
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Through proceeds from the race MADD and Duke NROTC make a donation each year to Mothers Against Drunk Driving in honor of Carrie Shoemaker.... Details
Sensory Friendly Storytime at Book Harvest
2501 University Dr
Durham, North Carolina 27707
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Sensory Friendly Storytime at Book Harvest
Join a special Sensory-Friendly Storytime, designed to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all children, including those with... Details
African American Legacy in Gardening and Horticulture Symposium
804 Old Fayetteville St
Durham, North Carolina 27701
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African American Legacy in Gardening and Horticulture Symposium
Back for a second year, The African American Legacy in Gardening and Horticulture Symposium will explore the unsung historical legacy of... Details
The African American Legacy in Gardening and Horticulture
804 Fayetteville St
Durham, North Carolina 27701
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The African American Legacy in Gardening and Horticulture
PRE-SYMPOSIUM EVENT: Join in at the Hayti Heritage Center on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 6 p.m. for a screening of the documentary film... Details
Women's History Month Guided Tour
906 Carroll St
Durham, North Carolina 27701
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Women's History Month Guided Tour
This tour opportunity will be hosted by our Executive Director, Angela Thorpe Mason, and will focus on key pieces of Pauli Murray's life... Details
Spring Dance Concert
1707 Fayetteville St
Durham, NC 27707
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The Civil War at West Point on the Eno
5101 N Roxboro St
Durham , North Carolina 27704
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The Civil War at West Point on the Eno
West Point on the Eno was a very important location in North Carolina during the Civil War. A number of important events occurred here... Details
Drop-In Make Your Own Body Fragrance
2020 Chapel Hill Rd, Ste #24
Durham, North Carolina 27707
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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
