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
Kate McGarry & Keith Ganz Quartet — Music on Main Concert
Music on Main features a wide selection of musical artists selected by Duke Arts every Saturday through October 12 from 5–8 p.m. Attendees of all ages are invited to bring chairs and blankets for seating and discover a new artist each week! Takeout is available from Streets at Southpoint restaurants, and you take advantage of the new social district, which allows visitors to enjoy alcoholic beverages purchased at on-site restaurants/bars while walking around the designated...
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Stephanie Miller’s Sexy Liberal Save The World Comedy Tour
AGE RESTRICTION: ADULTS 18+ ONLY Join Stephanie Miller, John Fugelsang, Hal Sparks, and Frangela for Stephanie Miller’s Sexy Liberal Save The World Comedy Tour. They’re gearing up to rock the 2024 General Election, where every vote counts in every state and for every office. Brace yourself for a hilarious ride as we heroically keep up with the unfolding events of 2024. Get set for an up-to-the-minute, side-splitting experience with Steph, John, Hal, and Frangela! Don’t...
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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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Scarborough Memorial Golf tournament
Enjoy a round of golf in memorial of one of J.C. “Skeepie” Scarborough. This will be a day a pure fun, also this tournament is open to the public so anyone can join in on the festivities.
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Pride: Durham, NC
Find all the details for 2024 on our Guide to Pride: Durham, NC.
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Destiny Stone — Music on Main Concert
Music on Main features a wide selection of musical artists selected by Duke Arts every Saturday through October 12 from 5–8 p.m. Attendees of all ages are invited to bring chairs and blankets for seating and discover a new artist each week! Takeout is available from Streets at Southpoint restaurants, and you take advantage of the new social district, which allows visitors to enjoy alcoholic beverages purchased at on-site restaurants/bars while walking around the designated...
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Chris Botti
Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades. He’s collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, Andrea Bocelli, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, and others. He’s topped the jazz charts with numerous albums, earned multiple Gold and Platinum records, performed with symphony...
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Art of War IV
One of the most intense paintball games of the year! 2 factions fighting for control. Featuring some of the biggest names in scenario paintball on the east coast!
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Julie Williams — Music on Main Concert
Music on Main features a wide selection of musical artists selected by Duke Arts every Saturday through October 12 from 5–8 p.m. Attendees of all ages are invited to bring chairs and blankets for seating and discover a new artist each week! Takeout is available from Streets at Southpoint restaurants, and you take advantage of the new social district, which allows visitors to enjoy alcoholic beverages purchased at on-site restaurants/bars while walking around the designated...
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SplatterFlix Film Series
It’s exactly what you think it is: the goriest, scariest horror movies ever made, re-animated by Retro Film Series for screening over a three-day weekend.
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Blacktoberfest
Black Brew Culture's amazing celebration of beer, food, art and entertainment.
The festival will feature a range of activities and experiences that highlight the rich and diverse culture of Black-owned businesses. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample some of the best craft beers and BBQ in the country, while enjoying live music, engaging in interactive activities, and learning from industry experts.
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Chloe Klimes — Music on Main Concert
Music on Main features a wide selection of musical artists selected by Duke Arts every Saturday through October 12 from 5–8 p.m. Attendees of all ages are invited to bring chairs and blankets for seating and discover a new artist each week! Takeout is available from Streets at Southpoint restaurants, and you take advantage of the new social district, which allows visitors to enjoy alcoholic beverages purchased at on-site restaurants/bars while walking around the designated...
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Opening Reception - Rachel Campbell "What You See from Here"
Born and raised in New Zealand, Rachel Campbell paints and shows her work all over the world but makes her home here in Durham. What You...
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Kate McGarry & Keith Ganz Quartet — Music on Main Concert
Music on Main features a wide selection of musical artists selected by Duke Arts every Saturday through October 12 from 5–8 p.m. Attendees...
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Downtown Durham True Crime Walking Tour
Hosted by a local historian, the Durham True Crime walking tour will surely capture your curiosity. From a mayoral candidate with a...
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Bull City Lollygag
The Bull City Lollygag Charity Softball Tournament is the most fun you can have at the ball field. Support some amazing athletes while they...
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Fall Art Auction & Fundraiser: Expresiones
Every year, El Futuro host an Art Auction & Fundraiser in order to attract new supporters, raise funds for organizational sustainability,...
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A Celebration of Spike Lee's "Do The Right Thing"
As the sun begins to set, head over to ReCity for the highly anticipated film screening. Hosted by The Raw Edition Candle Co and Black...
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Silent Disco
Warm up your vocal cords and get ready to belt out your favorite emo songs. They'll have three channels going all night. One will be all...
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Crones of Anarchy--Blues, Rock, Americana
The Crones bring down the house every 3rd Saturday at Succotash. This amazing trio emerged from the Legendary Beauty Operators, who gained...
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Join the Duke Music Department for a grand celebration of the iconic Biddle Music Building with a gala concert. This special evening will...
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Crones of Anarchy--Blues, Rock, Americana
Crones band members, Sandee Washington & Darby Odom, have a history of making music together with their other band, The Beauty Operators....
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Duke Pitchforks 45th Anniversary Reunion Concert
Duke's oldest a cappella group celebrates it's 45th birthday this fall. Five decades of Pitchforks alumni will join the current group to...
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