Things to Do in Durham this Week

Weekly Events in Durham

(Mar 10-16)

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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Noteworthy Events

The Mocktail Party at Arcana

• Join us for a mini art show featuring Queer Durham Artists (Youth + Adults). On display will be series of drawings & paintings from Queer Youth that attend weekly drop ins at the Queer Youth Center of Durham as well as artists NocheMueve & Huiyin Zhou.
• This is an all ages dry event! All tip money is going straight to the LGBTQ Center of Durham.
• Mon, Mar 10
• 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• Free admission

Pi(e) Day at The Durham Hotel

• Celebrate 3.14! Visit the Coffee Bar from 1 p.m. until they are gone to enjoy pie on Pi(e) Day from acclaimed Durham baker, Phoebe Lawless. They’ll have slices of Phoebe’s pies available for $3.14 at the Coffee Bar; pair your slice with lunch or an afternoon cup of Counter Culture Coffee. And now, the moment you’ve been waiting for—they’ve confirmed Phoebe will be bringing these too good to miss flavors: Chocolate Chess, Lemon Chess, and Vanilla Buttermilk.
• Phoebe will pop up in the Lounge with a pick-up station for whole pies; whole pies will be available for pre-order only.
• Fri, Mar 14
• 1 p.m.

Drag Hosted Queereoke! at The Pinhook

• Hosted by a very special and insanely entertaining crew of drag performers that you don’t want to miss.
• Fri, Mar 14
• 9:30 p.m.
• $10

The Science of Soul: A Black Women and Family Health Symposium at The Lincoln on Geer

• Join in for lunch, impactful presentations and discussions addressing key topics in Black women's health, a little line dancing, and a live music set by Grammy-award nominated, Raheem DeVaugn.
• Sat, Mar 15
• 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Free admission but this event is limited. Must register and have e-ticket for entrance.

Shamrock Shuffle Brewery Crawl Love Durham Event at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham

• Love Durham - Love Local Beer! St. Patty’s day weekend means you get lucky because 5 epic Downtown Durham breweries are offering exclusive deals all on one day! Join the meet-up or organize your own! Each brewery's specials will be available all day so you can start your crawl at any time and in any order. Glass Jug will have Love Durham swag!
• Sat, Mar 15
• 1-11 p.m.
• Free admission

Durham St. Patrick's Day Treasure Hunt - Walking Team Scavenger Hunt! at Crank Arm Brewing Co.

• Guests will meet at Crank Arm Brewing Co. and then depart with their treasure map on a walking team scavenger hunt where they will use their minds and feet to follow St. Patrick's Day themed clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and unlock the treasure chest for a grand prize!
• The hunt involves walking up to 2 miles in total and will take place rain or shine, so long as the weather does not become dangerous. The hunt typically takes about 60 minutes to complete.
• Sat, Mar 15
• 2-3 p.m.
• $20 Adults, $12 Youth 10-17 - Children under 10 years old are welcome to participate for free with the purchase of an Adult ticket.

Quan Wiggins at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

• Get ready for an unforgettable night of laugh-out-loud laughter as The Fruit proudly presents Play Cousins—a can't-miss comedy event and recording of Quan Wiggins’ debut comedy special. As a finalist of NY’s Funniest with a decade and a half of experience on the New York City comedy scene, often appearing regularly at the iconic New York Comedy Club, and starring in the comedic off-Broadway hit Race: The Movie: The Play, Quan brings his sharp wit and hilariously captivating showmanship to the heart of Downtown Durham.
• This show isn’t just about comedy—it’s about connection. With a title that celebrates the close-knit energy of the Bull City community, Play Cousins may be Durham’s best comedy night yet. Known for his bold humor, relatable observations, and hilarious presidential impersonations, Quan will have you laughing from start to finish.
• Sat, Mar
• 9 p.m.
• $18+

Multi-Day Events

Joel Ross 'Good Vibes' at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

• Vibraphone master and songwriter Joel Ross has adopted an entire ethos dependent on truthful, ongoing communication. A Blue Note artist of critically acclaimed releases KingMaker (2019), Who Are You? (2020) and, most recently, The Parable of the Poet, he regularly tops the DownBeat and Jazz Journalists Association Critics Polls for his work in the broad lineage of Black music that pulls from jazz, hip hop, church and Chicago improvised music.
• Thu, Mar 13 and Fri, Mar 14
• There are four shows over two nights.
  • Mar 13 at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.
  • Mar 14 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.
• $34.93+

St. Patrick's Day Weekend at Boxcar Bar + Arcade

• Oh my Guinness! It's time for pints of beer & Irish cheer! Follow the rainbow to Boxcar for a St. Patrick's Day party that's pure gold!
• Live Music:
  • Fri, 9 p.m.-12 a.m. - DJ Deion
  • Sat, 9 p.m. - 12 a.m. - DJ Slick Rubin
  • Sun, 3-6 p.m. - Burns and the Torch Lights
• Daily Specials:
  • Fri: $20 domestic buckets, $3 Fireball
  • Sat: $5 Green Tea shots, $8 loaded Bloodys
  • Sun: $2 mimosas, $12 champagne bottles, $8 loaded Bloodys
• All Weekend:
  • Save a whole pot o' gold with specials on Guinness, Jameson, Jager, and more!
  • Munch on magically delicious themed snacks from the kitchen.
  • Plus free swag giveaways, and more!
• Fri, Mar 14 - Mon, Mar 17
• Free admission

St. Patty's Weekend at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham

• For starters, they're serving up their two Irish brews - Shortest Road Irish Red Ale and Irish Dry Stout Nitro - to get you in the spirit. And why not try an Irish Slammer? Just drop a shot of Irish whiskey and Irish cream into the Irish Dry Stout and slam it down for a taste explosion!
• Feeling green? Enjoy $2 off Green Pitchers of our refreshing RUN DRM Lager, or chill out with a Lime Green Slushie — choose between non-alcoholic or boozy for that extra kick!
• Then join in on Saturday for the first ever Shamrock Shuffle Brewery Crawl with Glass Jug and 4 other awesome downtown breweries, hosted by our very own Bull City Strollers. Plus, don’t miss the authentic deliciousness from Doherty’s Paddy Wagon Food Truck, serving up tasty bites from 12 p.m to 9 p.m. right outside.
• And on the big day itself on Monday, get $4 select pints and $2 off flights to keep you in the spirit!
• Fri, Mar 14 - Mon, Mar 17
• Free admission

St. Patrick's Weekend at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP

• Grab your friends, wear your best green attire, and let’s toast to a weekend filled with laughter, good brews, and tasty bites! Sláinte!
• Enjoy a splash of green with the Carolina Brewery Shamrock Green Beer, guaranteed to make your taste buds dance a jig.
• Kick off your weekend with Food Truck Friday featuring Fat Bob's Tacos from 5-8 p.m. Tacos and beer? Now that’s a match made in heaven!
• Plus $4 Pint Specials on select Jug beers on Monday—because who doesn’t love a pint that’s easy on the wallet?
• Fri, Mar 14 - Mon, Mar 17
• Free admission

Images & Ideas: Celebrating 30 Years of Film at Hayti Heritage Center

• Hayti Heritage Film Festival is partnering with Lauren E. Banks’ Visionary Village to do a one-of-a-kind cinema pop-up titled Images & Ideas: Celebrating 30 Years of Film at Hayti. This will be a jam packed weekend filled with artists, workshops, panel discussions and, of course, film! Lauren E. Banks is a Durham native and will curate two days of cultural celebration and excitement. She returns home as an accomplished storyteller in Hollywood, most known for starring in City On A Hill (Showtime) and Lawmen: Bass Reeves (Paramount+).
• Sat, Mar 15 - Actor's Workshop
  • The Actor's Workshop is an acting class led by acclaimed actor, Lauren E. Banks, most known for her roles in Lawmen: Bass Reeves (Paramount+) and City On A Hill (Showtime). Banks is an alumna of Howard University and holds a Master in Fine Arts from the Yale School of Drama. She is also a Ron Van Lieu Teaching Fellowship recipient with nearly 15 years of teaching experience and a deep passion for arts education.
• Sun, Mar 16 - Hayti Heritage Film Festival Popup: Cinema Sundaze
  • Join us on Sunday for Cinema Sundaze, a day of original film screenings hosted by Cynthia Okeke.
• Sat, Mar 15 - Sun, Mar 16
• $30

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 10 - 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, Mar 10

5 p.m.

Arts & Drafts at Beer Study Durham

5:30 p.m.

Stormwater! at Durham County Main Library

6 p.m.

Maker Mondays at DSSOLVR Durham

6:30 p.m.

The Mocktail Party at Arcana

Run Club at Crank Arm Brewing Co.

Trivia Night at Ponysaurus Brewing Company

Neurospicy Creators Space at SEEDS Durham

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

Tuesday, Mar 11

3 p.m.

Duke Baseball vs. George Mason at Jack Coombs Field

5 p.m.

Yaki Tuesday at Dashi

Free Wine Tasting at Wine Authorities

6 p.m.

Konnections the Slosh at Arcana

Decolonizing Yoga at Bulltánica

Adult Coloring Night at Hi-Wire Brewing

“Artful Evenings” Artist in Residence Series at JB Duke Hotel

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

6:30 p.m.

Trivia at Durham Food Hall

7 p.m.

Trivia at Beer Study Durham

Not Rocket Science Trivia at DSSOLVR Durham

Video Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

7:30 p.m.

Dr. Jordan B Peterson at DPAC

Thomanerchor Leipzig at Duke Chapel

8 p.m.

Jeremy 'Bean' Clemons Trio at Kingfisher

Wednesday, Mar 12

Events at Duke University

• 11 a.m. - Baseball vs. George Mason at Jack Coombs Field
  
• 7 p.m. - Men's Lacrosse vs. Providence at Koskinen Stadium

3 p.m.

Storytime with a Speech-Language Pathologist at Durham Southwest Regional Library

5 p.m.

Free Wednesday Wine Tasting at Beer Study Durham

VIN: A Wine, Food and Music Experience at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

6 p.m.

Figure Drawing and Tarot with Heiltje at Arcana

Red Wolves! Who, What, Where, When, Why? at Durham County Main Library

6:30 p.m.

R&B Yoga Class at Baba Chuck Dance Studio - Hayti Heritage Center

7 p.m.

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

Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: New Orleans Songbook at The Carolina Theatre

Joseph Decosimo / The Horsenecks at The Pinhook

Signature Wine Tasting at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery

8 p.m.

Trivia Night at Bull McCabe's

Karaoke at Moon Dog Meadery

Ron Pope - Neon & Glass World Tour at Motorco Music Hall

Thursday, Mar 13

4 p.m.

Oaklyn Springs Brewery Lager Night at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in RTP

5 p.m.

Thirsty Thursdays at Dashi

3:30 p.m.

Turning Pages: Bilingual Storytime with Museum of Life and Science at Book Harvest Family Space

Venue Showcase at The Cookery

5:30 p.m.

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

6 p.m.

Dyke Night and Tarot with Virginia at Arcana

Vinyl Night with DJ Deckades at Gizmo Brew Works

“Mastering Merengue” Dance Class at JB Duke Hotel

Date Night DIY at Nailed It DIY Studio Durham

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.

Trivia Night at Beer Tooth Taproom

Community Board Game Night at Moon Dog Meadery

7:30 p.m.

Trivia Night with Big Slow Tom at Clouds Brewcade + Kitchen

8 p.m.

Queer-Eoke at Club Era

The Righteous Brothers: Lovin’ Feelin’ Farewell Tour at DPAC

Brass Against at Motorco Music Hall

Ann Arbor Film Festival Touring Show at Shadowbox Studio

The Coyotes / Newspaper Taxis at The Pinhook

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

9:30 p.m.

Karaoke Night at The Tavern

Friday, Mar 14

Events at Club Era

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

Events at Mettlesome Theater

• 8-9 p.m. - Well Seasoned
• 9-10 p.m. - Hush Hush

10 a.m.

Tasting at Ten at Counter Culture Coffee

1 p.m.

Pi(e) Day at The Durham Hotel

6 p.m.

Darrien Rutherford and Tarot with Kathleen at Arcana

Duke Softball vs. Syracuse at Duke Softball Stadium

The Duke Street Dogs at The Blue Note Grill

7 p.m.

Tim Wells & Les Bons Temps at Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen

8 p.m.

Ben Schwartz & Friends at DPAC

Open Mic Stand-up Comedy at Durty Bull Brewing Brewing Company

Ani DiFranco at The Carolina Theatre

9 p.m.

Karaoke at Flying Bull Beer Company

Melt at Motorco Music Hall

Delta Heavy at The Fruit

9:30 p.m.

Drag Hosted Queereoke! at The Pinhook

Saturday, Mar 15

Events at The Fruit

• 2-8 p.m. - Anything But A Club
• 8 p.m. - Quan Wiggins: Play Cousins

Events at Hayti Heritage Center

• 2-5 p.m. - Equity and Access to Blood Cancer Care in the Black Community
• 8-10:30 p.m. - Jambalaya Soul Slam Last Chance Poetry Slam

Guided Walking Tours with Triangle Adventures

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

8 a.m.

Beginning Birding for Adults at Sarah P. Duke Gardens

parkrun Durham at Southern Boundaries Park

9 a.m.

Durham Farmers' Market at Durham Central Park

South Durham Farmers' Market at Hub RTP

11 a.m.

Storytime at Barnes and Noble New Hope Commons: Kids Stage

Drop-In Make Your Own Body Fragrance at Bright Black.

Bridal Show at Hilton Durham near Duke University

Dog Walk: a Pawsitive Impact Benefit Walk at Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice

The Science of Soul: A Black Women and Family Health Symposium at The Lincoln on Geer

12 p.m.

Crafternoons at Gizmo Brew Works

St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Mystic Farm & Distillery

North Durham Farmers' Market at Soul Sanctuary

Free Wine Tasting at Wine Authorities

1 p.m.

Shamrock Shuffle Brewery Crawl Love Durham Event at The Glass Jug Beer Lab in Downtown Durham

1:45 p.m.

Food Tour with Taste Carolina at Visitor Center

2 p.m.

Durham St. Patrick's Day Treasure Hunt - Walking Team Scavenger Hunt! at Crank Arm Brewing Co.

Duke Softball vs. Syracuse at Duke Softball Stadium

6 p.m.

The Floor at Arcana

Astrology Night at Ment Beverage Co.

6:30 p.m.

Mean Habit / American Motors / Pretty Baby at The Pinhook

7 p.m.

Crones of Anarchy at Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen

7:30 p.m.

Elias String Quartet at Baldwin Auditorium

8 p.m.

Comedy Night at Moon Dog Meadery

Take On Me: an 80’s Affair at Motorco Music Hall

9 p.m.

Groove Me - Red Light Basement Party at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

9:30 p.m.

Dance Party at The Velvet Hippo

10 p.m.

Drink, Drag, Dance, Repeat at Club Era

Sunday, Mar 16

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

9 a.m.

Go Fore The Green Tournament at Hillandale Golf Course

10 a.m.

Jazz Brunch at Lula & Sadie's

11 a.m.

Discovery Paddle at Eno River Durham

11:30 a.m.

Yoga at ZincHouse Winery & Brewery

12 p.m.

Duke Softball vs. Syracuse at Duke Softball Stadium

Sunday Dollar Bin Sale for Charity at Rumors Durham

12:15 p.m.

Public Tour at Duke University Chapel

1 p.m.

Holi at Garland Court

2 p.m.

The Sunday Set: DJ Skylan at The Durham Hotel

6 p.m.

Ravary (Almanac EP Release Show) w/ Connelly Crowe and Tarot with Rene at Arcana

Deadlock Pro Wrestling at Durham Armory

Chicken Grease: A Tribute to D'Angelo's Voodoo at Missy Lane's Assembly Room

No Love Open Mic! at The Pinhook

7 p.m.

Karaoke Night at the bar @DBCo

8 p.m.

Donovan Woods at Motorco Music Hall

Running Art Exhibits

Art Exhibit "Viva la Vida la Adversidad/ Live Life in the Face of Adversity" by ILAAC at Durham Arts Council

• This powerful exhibition reflects on the collective challenges of 2024—spanning political, social, and migration issues—while celebrating the resilience and cultural richness of the Latin American community. Featuring works by Pepe Caudillo, Luis MacKinney, Antonio Alanis, Lety Álvarez, Peter Marín, José Manuel Cruz, and Cornelio Campos, the exhibit offers a profound and diverse exploration of how art captures adversity and tradition. Don't miss this inspiring celebration of creativity and perseverance.
• Tue, Jan 14 - Mon, Mar 10
• Free admission

Kerry Burch: 5 Points Gallery Featured Artist at 5 Points Gallery

• Kerry’s abstract paintings unite bold color, texture, and line, drawing inspiration from landscapes, maps, plants, and neurons. Painting primarily with fast drying acrylics and glazes, she creates rich layers and dynamic depth across both small and large canvases.
• Enjoy the varied works of nine Triangle-based artists in a range of media including painting, sculpture, fused glass, and mixed media.
• Thu, Feb 20 - Sat, Mar 15
• Thu and Fri, 5-9 m. and Sat, 1-9 p.m.
• Free admission

Ubuntu: I AM Because We are at Hayti Heritage Center - Lyda Moore Merrick Gallery

• To kick off the 50 Year Celebration at Hayti, they are looking to the wisdom and legacy of the African American Quilters Circle, who are Celebrating 25 Years in Residence at Hayti Heritage Center.
• The Quilters meet ever 2nd Saturday of each Month and share techniques, stories and histories all thru the art of quilting. Their new exhibit focuses on the theme of our shared humanity. Stop by and look at the gorgeous world of what one can do with a needle and thread and how these amazing artists sew together patterns and capture the essence of life.
• The 3rd Friday in Feb. features an Artist Talk with the members of the quilting group, offering insights to their process and what the art of quilting means to them and our community.
• Sat, Feb 1 - Sun, Mar 16
• Free admission, but donations accepted

Art Exhibition — "Selections from the Permanent Collection: Highlighting the Work of Elizabeth Catlett" at NCCU Art Museum

• Museum hours are Sun, 2-4 p.m. and Tue through Fri, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Sun, Feb 9 - Sun, Mar 16
• Free admission

Beasts of The Fable at Bull City Art & Frame Company

• See intricate pen and ink illustrations by Caelum McCall celebrating creatures and spirits in mythology.
• Fri, Feb 21 - Wed, Mar 19
• Free admission

"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

"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

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

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’s “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