Things to Do in Durham this Week

Weekly Events in Durham

(Apr 7-13)

Welcome to a comprehensive guide of weekly events in Durham – from Broadway shows to intimate performances, serene river paddles to art exhibits, dance parties, food tours and more. Start here to plan your perfect week.

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Grand Opening of The Lenny Durham Rooftop and Restaurant Bar

• Wednesday, April 9
• 555 S Mangum St. Durham, NC
• Open daily from 11am to 11pm with sunset hour at 3-5pm and weekend brunch from 11am to 3pm. Validated parking in the 555 Mangum deck.

Spring Egg Hunt at Duke Homestead State Historic Site

• Join in for a free egg hunt at Duke Homestead! Kids will be able to roam the grounds to find hidden eggs, and turn them in for prizes. Get the whole family playing with egg-themed games, as well as traditional historic games, and enjoy a puppet show! This event is BYOB--Bring Your Own Basket. They'll have different times and areas for each age group to participate:
• Thursday, April 10
• 0-3 yrs at 10:15 am
• 4-7 yrs at 10:45 am
• 8-12 yrs at 11:15 am
• Free of charge

Music Madness at Motorco Music Hall

• MUSIC MADNESS is a bracket-style competition where music compositions compete against each other and YOU, the audience, pick the winner! How does it work? Round 1, the 8 musical selections are paired off, thirty-second excerpts of each selection are performed, the audience votes, and 4 selections move to the next round. Round 2, two-minute excerpts of 4 remaining selections are performed, the audience votes, and 2 selections move on to the final round. The Final Round, the 2 final pieces are performed in their entirety and the audience picks a winner! The winning composer of Music Madness receives a $1,200 cash prize. All pieces will be performed by the Durham Fellows String Quartet.
• Thursday, April 10
• 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
• Admission: $20

The Makery: Grand Opening Celebration at Boxyard RTP

• Join Boxyard to celebrate the newest addition to their community — The Makery at Boxyard by Kidzu Children’s Museum! The Makery is the place to be for upper elementary kids, tweens, and adults to dive into hands-on crafting, 3D printing, robotics, and more. Whether you’re into design thinking, upcycling, or digital fabrication, The Makery is your hub for creativity and innovation.
• 11am- Kick off the festivities with a ribbon cutting
• 11:15 a.m. to 3 p.m.- Meadowlark Music will take the stage and lead singalongs for all ages
• 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.- Unleash your inner maker with hands-on projects at The Makery
• 3-5 p.m.- Feel the vibes with DJ Shahzad spinning and Teen Time- swing by and hang with The Makery crew
• 5:30 p.m.- Keep the party going when Sonder takes the stage with some downtempo funk on the mellowship
• Friday, April 11

NCCU Spring Game at O’Kelly Riddick Stadium

• Sat, April 12
• 2pm

Love Durham at the Durham Craft Market at Durham Central Park

• Celebrate the Bull City at this week’s Durham Craft Market! Start your weekend by browsing unique, locally made art while supporting talented Durham artists. Enjoy exclusive discounts and promotions at participating vendors and one-of-a-kind handmade goods—many inspired by our vibrant city. Don’t miss this chance to shop local, connect with artisans, and celebrate all things Durham
• 8am-12pm
  
• Saturday, April 12

Love Durham Market at Ment Beverage Co.

• This outdoor market on American Tobacco Campus will feature local vendors such as: Bright Black Candle, Yours Durham, SEEDS, Master Gardeners, East Durham Sweet Shoppe, Splat Space, Gracie’s dog treats, Middlemaid Thrift, and more! There will be Love Durham SWAG giveaways and so much more. Enjoy all things Durham!
• 12-4pm
• Sat, April 12
• Free admission

Triangle Vintage Market at Bull McCabes Irish Pub

• This event is a vintage market taking place at Bull McCabes in downtown Durham. There will be 12 vintage clothing vendors bringing 1000s of vintage clothing items for all styles, as well as music, drinks, and food by Bull McCabes. This event is free to attend for all ages and will have free parking.
• 12-6pm
• Saturday, April 12
• Free admission

Steppapalooza at Durham Central Park

• The biggest stepper event/concert in the area! All line dance/Stepper groups are welcome. Cash prizes awarded for the group with the most members and the group with the most members dressed alike. Live performances by 803 Fresh singing his smash hit "Boots On The Ground" and more! Also performing live will be Aly-Us performing the hit song "Follow Me" and Mr. Magic performing his hit "Do You Wanna"... Hosted by the one and only Tay Cheezy.
• Must be 21+
• 3-9pm
• Saturday, April 12

Duke Men’s Lacrosse v. UNC at Koskinen Stadium

• 4pm
• Saturday, April 12

Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park

• The DCP Rodeo will feature over 35 trucks with cuisines from around the world as well as local, craft drink vendors of all types for you to enjoy in the park or as you’re passing through.
• 12-4pm
• Sunday, April 13

Multi-Day Events

The Book of Mormon at DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center

• This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, THE BOOK OF MORMON has truly become an international sensation. Contains explicit language.
• April 8-13

2025 Duke Invitational Track & Field at Morris Williams Stadium

• April 10-12

The Durham Savoyards Present H.M.S. Pinafore at Carolina Theatre

• This delightful comic opera from the legendary duo Gilbert and Sullivan brings humor, catchy tunes, and a dose of British wit to life. The story is set aboard a British naval ship and follows the romantic entanglements of the lovely Josephine, the captain’s daughter, and her love for the lowly sailor, Ralph Rackstraw. But there’s a twist: Josephine is promised to Sir Joseph Porter, the absurdly pompous and incompetent First Lord of the Admiralty. The live orchestra, infectious songs, and charming performances make it an unmissable treat for all ages.
• Fri, April 11 at 8:00pm Sat, April 12 at 7:00pm Sun, April 13 at 3:00pm
• Admission: $40

Retro Film Series- 3 Women 4k Restoration at Carolina Theatre

• The story follows Pinky Rose (Sissy Spacek), a naive and impressionable young woman who starts working at a health spa where she becomes enamored with her co-worker, the confident and enigmatic Millie Lammoreaux (Shelley Duvall). As Pinky moves in with Millie, their identities begin to blur, leading to a disturbing transformation. Meanwhile, the third woman, Willie (Janice Rule), a mysterious and silent artist, hovers on the periphery, her haunting murals reflecting the deeper undercurrents of the narrative. Exploring themes of identity, isolation, and the fluidity of self, “3 Women” is one of Altman’s most enigmatic yet arresting works.
• April 11-13
• Admission: $14.99+

NerdVana Expo at Sheraton Imperial Hotel

• Your ultimate destination for all things Nerdy! Enjoy an unforgettable event of gaming, trading cards, tournaments, anime, and more. Whether you’re a long-time fan or new to the scene, there’s something for everyone.
• Sat, April 12 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Sun, April 13 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Admission: $25+; discount for advance purchase

Pre-Theatre Menu at Alley Twenty Six

• Durham’s Alley Twenty Six offers a Pre-Theatre Menu Tuesdays through Sundays. The three-course menu includes appetizer, entree and dessert. A recent menu includes mandatory green salad or chicken fried cauliflower for the first course; farro risotto or steamed mussels for the second course; and for dessert, Mexican chocolate pot de creme or St. Angel Triple Creme Cheese. The menu and price changes based on season and ingredient availability.
• Tue, Apr 1 - Sun, Jun 29
• 4-5:30 p.m.
• $40

Studio Ghibli Film Series at The Carolina Theatre

• For decades, Studio Ghibli has created breathtakingly beautiful movies that have captivated and inspired audiences for generations through masterful storytelling and stunning visuals. Experience the wonder of these groundbreaking, beloved animated films.
• Mon, Mar 31 - Sat, June 21
• Select Wednesdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 11:30 a.m.
• $12+; $10+ children 12 and under; $40+ for series

Monday, April 7

4:30 p.m.

Teen & Tween Poetry + Craft Workshop at Durham County East Regional Library

5 p.m.

Arts & Drafts at Beer Study Durham

6 p.m.

Maker Mondays at DSSOLVR Durham

Moving Forward Together at Durham County Main Library Auditorium

6:30 p.m.

Run Club at Crank Arm Brewing Co.

Trivia Night at Ponysaurus Brewing Company

7 p.m.

Community Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

7:30 p.m.

Intervention Comedy Open Mic at Devine's Restaurant and Bar

8 p.m.

The Rocket Summer at Motorco Music Hall

Tuesday, April 8

5 p.m.

Yaki Tuesday at Dashi

Free Wine Tasting at Wine Authorities

5:30 p.m.

Cocktails and Cornices Walking Tour with Preservation Durham

6 p.m.

Queer DnD at Arcana

Decolonizing Yoga at Bulltánica

Adult Coloring Night at Hi-Wire Brewing

Gentle Yoga Flow at ReCity Network

Bring Your Own Vinyl with Jaffar at Rubies on Five Points

Music Bingo Night at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham

Run Club - Spring Series at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP

Women on the Wall at Triangle Rock Club

Duke Baseball v. William and Mary at Jack Coombs Field

6:30 p.m.

Trivia at Durham Food Hall

7 p.m.

Trivia at Beer Study Durham

Not Rocket Science Trivia at DSSOLVR Durham

Remember The Whiskey Jazz Jam at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

Video Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

Wednesday, April 9

10 a.m.

Durham Community Day at Museum of Life and Science

11 a.m.

Grand Opening of The Lenny Durham Rooftop and Restaurant Bar

Guided Tour at Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice

4 p.m.

Whiskey Wednesday at Alley Twenty Six

5 p.m.

Free Wednesday Wine Tasting at Beer Study Durham

6 p.m.

Spring Topiary Workshop at JB Duke Hotel

Dice & Drafts at Ment Beverage Co.

Figure Drawing and Tarot with Heiltje at Arcana

Duke Baseball v. Campbell at Jack Coombs Field

7 p.m.

Signature Wine Tasting at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery

Hammered Trivia at Hi-Wire Brewing

Karaoke Night at Mavericks Smokehouse

Trivia Night at Mystic Farm & Distillery

Music Bingo at Ponysaurus Brewing Company

Music Bingo at the bar @DBCo

Brett Chambers Open Mic at The Blue Note Grill

8 p.m.

Trivia Night at Bull McCabe's

Air Hockey Tournament at Boxcar Arcade

Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery

Thursday, April 10

12 p.m.

Fonta Flora Tap Spotlight at Glass Jug Beer Lab- RTP

4 p.m.

Duke Startup Showcase at Fuqua School of Business

EcoSomatics: Interdependence and Transformation at Sarah P. Duke Gardens

5 p.m.

Thirsty Thursdays at Dashi

5:30 p.m.

Peay Vineyards Wine Dinner at Glasshouse Kitchen

Walking Club with Bull City Strollers at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham

6 p.m.

Date Night DIY at Nailed It DIY Studio Durham

Tarot with Emily at Arcana

Vinyl Night with DJ Deckades at Gizmo Brew Works

6:15 p.m.

Pony Run with Fleet Feet at Ponysaurus Brewing Company

6:30 p.m.

Boulders & Brews Meetup at Triangle Rock Club

7 p.m.

Juliana Finch / Brian K & The Parkway / John Rodney at The Pinhook

Trivia Night at Beer Tooth Taproom

NCCU Eagle's Nest Jazz Jam at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

Community Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

7:30 p.m.

Trivia Night with Big Slow Tom at Clouds Brewcade + Kitchen

Chris Cain at The Blue Note Grill

8 p.m.

Queer-Eoke at Club Era

Music Trivia Bingo with Vivica C. Coxx! at The Velvet Hippo

8:30 p.m.

Lisa Furukawa Trio at Arcana Bar and Lounge

9:30 p.m.

Karaoke Night at The Tavern

Friday, April 11

Events at Museum of Life and Science

• 5:30-8:30pm - Kids Night Out
• 4-7pm - Equity Before Birth's 4th annual Dance Party for Black Maternal Health Week

Events at Club ERA

• 7-10 p.m. - Pregame Fridays!
  
  
• 10 p.m. - 2 a.m. - Freaky Fridays
  
  

Events at Mettlesome Theater

• 9 p.m. - Hush Hush
• 9 p.m. - Well Seasoned

Events at The Blue Note Grill

• 6 p.m. - The Duke Street Dog
• 9:15 p.m. - Gypsy Blue Revue feat. JP Soars & Anne Harris

Events at Duke University

• 5 p.m. - Men's Tennis vs. Florida State at Ambler Tennis Stadium
• 8 p.m. - Duke Baseball vs. NC State at Jack Coombs Field

7:30 a.m.

City Golf Classic at Hillandale Golf Course

10 a.m.

Tasting at Ten at Counter Culture Coffee

11 a.m.

Shaw Spring Game at Durham County Memorial Stadium

The Makery: Grand Opening Celebration at Boxyard RTP

Scented Storytime at North Regional Library

6 p.m.

River Otters and Tarot with Virginia at Arcana

The Duke Street Dogs at The Blue Note Grill

Adam Lee Decker Duo at The Glass Jug Beer Lab- RTP

7 p.m.

Louisiana Dance Party--Cajun, Zydeco, Blues, Swing at Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen

7:30 p.m.

Jason Foureman Qt featuring Joel Frahm at Sharp Nine Gallery

8 p.m.

A Drag and Burlesque Tribute: Pop Punk & Pasties at Pinhook

Open Mic Stand-up Comedy at Durty Bull Brewing Company

9 p.m.

Karaoke at Flying Bull Beer Company

Saturday, April 12

Events at The Blue Note Grill

• 2 p.m. - Bianca's Birthday Bash with Diane Carter Band
• 7:30 p.m. - Mel Melton & the Wicked Mojos

Guided Walking Tours with Triangle Adventures

• 2 p.m. - Historic Downtown Durham Walking Tour
• 4 p.m. - Durham African American History Tour
• 6 p.m. - Downtown Durham True Crime Tour

8 a.m.

Durham Farmers' Market at Durham Central Park

Love Durham at the Durham Craft Market at Durham Central Park

parkrun Durham at Southern Boundaries Park

9 a.m.

Spring Ephemerals in the Blomquist at Sarah P. Duke Gardens

South Durham Farmers' Market at Hub RTP

11 a.m.

Duke Women’s Tennis v. FSU at Ambler Tennis Stadium

Panel Discussion Honoring Joyce Clayton Thorpe Nichols at Durham County Library

Drop-In Make Your Own Body Fragrance at Bright Black

12 p.m.

Triangle Vintage Market at Bull McCabes Irish Pub

Love Durham Market at Ment Beverage Co.

Crafternoons at Gizmo Brew Works

1:45 p.m.

Food Tour with Taste Carolina at Visitor Center

2 p.m.

NCCU Spring Game at O’Kelly Riddick Stadium

Durham Warehouse District Treasure Hunt with Triangle Treasure Hunt

3 p.m.

Steppapalooza at Durham Central Park

4 p.m.

Duke Men’s Lacrosse v. UNC at Koskinen Stadium

5 p.m.

Beer Garden Concert Series at The Glass Jug Beer Lab -RTP

6 p.m.

Tarot with Heiltje at Arcana

Elodie Farm Dinner at Elodie Farms

7 p.m.

Matt Vorzimer & Friends at Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen

7:30 p.m.

Gabrielle Stravelli at Sharp 9 Gallery

9 p.m.

Full Moon Hike at Environmental Education Pavilion

Daft Disko at Motorco Music Hall

9:30 p.m.

Dance Party at The Velvet Hippo

10 p.m.

Drink, Drag, Dance, Repeat at Club Era

Doll Domination – an All Trans Drag Show at Pinhook

Sunday, April 13

Events at Duke University

• 11 a.m. - Women's Tennis vs. SMU at Ambler Tennis Stadium
• 1 p.m. - Baseball vs. NC State at Jack Coombs Field
• 2 p.m. - Men's Tennis vs. Miami at Ambler Tennis Stadium

Events at Durty Bull Brewing Company

• 12-2:30 p.m. - NC Air Hockey Players Air Hockey Tournament
• 2-4 p.m. - Hammered Trivia with Casey

Events at Moon Dog Meadery

• 12:30-6 p.m. - TTRPG Open Table Day
• 6:30-9 p.m. - Open Mic Night

Events at Two Sisters Adventure Company

• 9 a.m. - Bald Eagle Search Paddle
• 11 a.m. - Kayaking 101

10 a.m.

Jazz Brunch at Lula & Sadie's

11 a.m.

Duke Women’s Tennis v. Miami at Ambler Tennis Stadium

11:30 a.m.

Yoga at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery

12 p.m.

NCCU Football Spring Game at O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium

Food Truck Rodeo at Durham Central Park

Sunday Dollar Bin Sale for Charity at Rumors Durham

Dungeons 'N' Drafts at The Glass Jug Downtown Durham

12:15 p.m.

Public Tour at Duke University Chapel

1 p.m.

Bubbly, Boots, & Bourbon Brunch and Day Party at The Link Center of Durham

Family Day: Indigenous Voices at The Nasher Museum

1:30 p.m.

Botany by Plant Family: The Key to See at Sarah P. Duke Gardens

2 p.m.

The Sunday Set at The Durham at The Durham Hotel

6 p.m.

Sandra Lawson and Tarot with Emily at Arcana

Supper Club Sunday: Jam Session with Sam Fribush, Charlie Hunter & Calvin Napper at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

7 p.m.

Karaoke Night at the bar @DBCo

Clementine Was Right / Jude Brothers / Riggings / Mittens at Pinhook

Running Art Exhibits

"Creative Voices" Women's History Month Art Exhibition at JB Duke Hotel

• In celebration of Women’s History Month, the AAA Four Diamond JB Duke Hotel – named one of the top two hotels in Durham, North Carolina by the U.S. News and World Report for 2025 – is transforming its chic Lobby Lounge into a vibrant art gallery. This limited-time exhibit showcases an array of captivating works by local female artists, featuring everything from striking 3D paintings that turn heads to elegant photographs that boast timeless touches – each piece serving as a lively testament to the beauty, power and resilience of the female spirit. The pieces on display are available for purchase, with 50% of proceeds being donated to female-focused nonprofits chosen by the artists, including Compass Center of Orange County, Educate Girls US, El Futuro, The Retreat @ Fernwood, The Women’s Center and Profound Ladies.
• Hotel guests and community members can bid on the artwork online.
• Mon, Mar 3 - Mon, Mar 31
• Free admission

Anne Heartt Gregory: Defying Gravity at 5 Points Gallery

• Her abstract paintings veer off the path of initial intention and land in vibrant terrains that whirl, undulate, and ultimately rise up. Indeed, a sense of tenacious optimism persists throughout. Join the Third Friday Reception March 21, 6-9pm. Enjoy the varied works of nine Triangle-based artists in a range of media including painting, sculpture, fused glass, and mixed media.
• Visit 5 Points Gallery in person or online at 5pointsgallery.com. All work from the exhibition is available for shipping or pickup. Artists are available to talk about the works. Email for a private viewing.
• Gallery hours: Thu and Fri 5-9 p.m., Sat 1-9 p.m.
• Thu, Mar 20 - Sat, Apr 12
• Free admission

"100 Years of Duke: Names to Remember" Exhibit at the Museum of Durham History at Museum of Durham History

• Our current exhibit, "100 Years of Duke: Names to Remember," commemorates Duke’s evolution from its origins as a small schoolhouse in Randolph County to its establishment as a world-renowned institution in 1924. Through this fascinating journey, visitors will encounter the individuals, institutions, and events that have shaped both Duke University and the city of Durham.
• Sat, Mar 8 - Tue, Apr 15
• Free admission

BOLD Layers Artwork by Hager-Braun and Thayer at Golden Belt Artists

• BOLD Layers is the first show together of Christine Hager-Braun and Tim Thayer. Both are Golden Belt studio artists working with color and shape yet working in different materials and meaning. Hager-Braun creates contemporary abstract fiber art from fabric and thread focusing on the themes of resilience, determination, and the importance of our emotional well-being. Thayer's message and purpose are an exploration and acknowledgment of the creative process itself and the unknown created through paint and found objects/collage.
• The artworks will be on display each day and are open to the public. There will be an reception for the artists on Durham's Third Friday Art Walk.
• Tue, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 29
• Free admission

Art Exhibit — By Dawn’s Early Light at Nasher Museum of Art

• The years 2024 and 2025 mark the sixtieth anniversaries of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The two Acts transformed life in the United States for many marginalized individuals, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, elders, and others who had not had equal rights in the nation’s history. This legislation was the culmination of nearly a century of work by activists and advocates.
• Fri, Nov 8 - Sun, May 11
• Tue - Sat, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sun, 12-5 p.m.
• Free admission

Durham in Bloom Art Show at the bean flower

• A small art show highlighting the beauty and growth of Durham in celebration of Durham's birthday to close out the Love Durham campaign.
• April 9-27
• Free Admission

Art Exhibition – Freedom: Forward March at Ella West Gallery

• Gallery hours: Wed - Sat, 12 m. - 5 p.m. and by appointment
• Sat, Mar 15 - Fri, May 30
• Free admission

Art Exhibit — Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless at Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University

• “Cannupa Hanska Luger: Speechless” explores and amplifies the problematic colonial history and the concept of cargo cults from an Indigenous perspective. Cargo cults developed as a result of Western military campaigns that sent crated, often airdropped, supplies to foreign lands inhabited by Indigenous peoples.
• This exhibition features several momentual works by the artist, including a large-scale radio made from pine trees titled “The Keep”, three of the artists' “Transportable Intergenerational Protective infrastructure (TIPI)” works, an immersive video, a series of speaker towers, and a group of Native Americans bustles, a traditional part of Native American Powwow regalia.
• Fri, Feb 21 - Sun, Jul 6
• Tue - Sat, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Sun 12-5 p.m.
• Free admission