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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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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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Earth Month Celebration

Bennett Place celebrates the ways that the history of Bennett Place intersects with Environmental History. Kalei Porter, a Duke MA Liberal Studies student and member of the North Carolina Lives and Legacies research team, will lead a tour that explores the history of Bennett Place through both its biodiversity and built environment. New for 2025, Kalei will introduce visitors to witness trees identified through her research! The tour will be at 11, with an additional...

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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

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 our 160th Anniversary Program, Bennett Place State Historic Site explores the surrender and its impact on all North Carolinians. Join us to 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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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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Love Durham Market

This outdoor market on American Tobacco Campus will feature local vendors such as: Bright Black Candle, Yours Durham, SEEDS, Master... Details

90s Party at Durty Bull!

Join a 90s throwback jam at Durty Bull Brewing along with their neighbors and friends at Sherlock's Glass and Dispensary. It'll be totally... Details

Free Wine Tasting

Sample a selection of wines from estate grown, family owned wineries from around the world. These tastings are educational, but also casual... Details

Triangle Vintage Market

This event is a vintage market taking place at Bull Mccabes in downtown Durham. There will be 12 vintage clothing vendors bringing 1000s of... Details

Poetry Workshop with Erim Akpan

Dip your toes into writing poetry! In this fun hands-on workshop, you'll explore (and write!) a host of different types of poetry, draw... Details

Bianca's Birthday Bash with Diane Carter Band

Celebrate Bianca's Birthday Bash and spend the afternoon with Diane Carter Band! They bring yet another high-energy show of wide-ranging... Details

Durham Warehouse District Treasure Hunt - Walking Team Scavenger Hunt!

Meet at Crank Arm Brewing Durham and then depart with your treasure map on a walking team scavenger hunt through the Warehouse District... Details

Historic Downtown Durham Guided Walking Tour

The history of Durham is hidden beneath your feet! Join a tour of the history of Downtown Durham: From the Tobacco District to Five Points... Details

Steppapalooza

The biggest stepper event/concert in the area! All line dance/Stepper groups are welcome. Cash prizes awarded for the group with the most... Details

Durham African American History Guided Tour

Durham is the home of a litany of African American historic sites. Whether you want to learn about architects, artists, athletes, or... 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

Beer Garden Concert Series

This monthly live music festival series features a variety of amazing local bands pulling from many genres to create themed festivals one... Details

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