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Buena Vista Social Club
A Remarkable Blend of Music, Dance and Heart It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen…
Ally J on the Roof
We’re hosting performances from Durham’s own Ally J on the Roof once a month, March through October. Head up to the Roof on Wednesday, April 15th, for our $14…
Introduction to Fused Glass Class Trinket Tray/Suncatcher
Learn the basics of glass fusing and create a 3.5×3.5 inch square that will be turned into a coaster / trinket dish / night light. There will be a variety of…
Encaustic painting
Encaustic paint workshop for all levels
Latinos & Latinas Run Club
Come connect with us over a run! Hosted by Latinos Run and Latinas Run of Raleigh & Durham, all paces and people are welcome weekly starting at 6:30pm. We’ll…
Buena Vista Social Club
A Remarkable Blend of Music, Dance and Heart It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen…
EL VINYL
🌴El Vinyl – Open Spin Party A celebration of vinyl and culture. A night for DJs, collectors, vinyl lovers and people who just love music .Everyone is welcome…
Drag Bingo
Slay your Friday with Drag Bingo right here at Glass Jug Downtown! It’s the most fabulous way to kick off your weekend on the final Friday of every month from…
Buena Vista Social Club
A Remarkable Blend of Music, Dance and Heart It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen…
Hush Hush: Improv Comedy Based on Your Secrets
Join Hush Hush for a special comedy show full of deep laughs and true revelations. Each show, audience members add their anonymous confessions into our bucket…
Encaustic Painting
Come join us for this hand-on beginner level encaustic painting workshop. All materials are provided.
Downtown Durham Historian-Guided Tour
Experience the history of downtown Durham, strolling between the city’s historic sites. Learn of Durham’s pivotal role in the industrialization of the American…
Buena Vista Social Club
A Remarkable Blend of Music, Dance and Heart It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen…
Durham Oktoberfest
Our annual Durham Oktoberfest is back September 26th in Durham Central Park! We’ll be serving up German style beers like our Festbier, Hourglass Hefeweizen,…
Paint Pouring
Fun
Downtown Durham African American Historian-Guided Tour
Durham: the mecca of black capitalism and the center of North Carolina’s African American business community. Join a local historian on this guided walking…
Downtown Durham True Crime Walking Tour
From mayoral candidates turned murder suspects, to terrifying cult leaders, to dramatic gangster dramas. Join us on the guided Durham True Crime Tour, hosted…
Durham Ghost Walk
Explore the spooky side of Durham’s history on this tour of the city’s most haunted locations. From the disgraced sons of tobacco giants who continue to roam…
Lore Con 2026
Lore Con is a two-day cultural convention being held at Durham Convention Center in Durham, NC built for fans, creators, and community. We celebrate the…
Fourth Sunday Social Rides
Pull up and ride with us! Black Spoke Society’s Fourth Sunday rides are no-drop, social-paced group rides built for connection, joy, and getting outside…
Printmaking workshop
Enjoy a two-hour workshop on the basics of printmaking using a gelli plate. You will leave with many prints to share, frame, or use in your current art…
Durham Geek and Grub Market (Cottagecore Edition)
Grab your cloak, channel your inner hobbit, and step into the Cottagecore Edition of Geek and Grub Market at the Durham Armory. This FREE woodland-inspired…
Buena Vista Social Club
A Remarkable Blend of Music, Dance and Heart It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the “Queen…
Cocktail Classes at Durham Distillery | Bitters – Sept. 27, 3PM
Bitters Learn how bitters add structure, depth, and nuance to cocktails. This class explores how to use bitters intentionally and how a few drops can…