You need to check out these Durham annual family events
Whether it’s a nationwide convention or a local nonprofit celebration you’re looking for, Durham has the event for your family.
Here are five of the most family-friendly annual events happening in Durham.
This list was determined with the help of winners and nominees for the area’s best venues and events from WRAL Voters' Choice Awards and online reviews.
Enofest
The Eno River Association brings together advocacy and community during Enofest, a celebration of the people and places around the Eno River. The association works to protect the natural, cultural, and historic resources of the river, in turn hosting an event to foster such a community. Celebrated in early July with immersive live performances, demonstrations, workshops, and fun activities for attendees, the event unites people and nature in Durham at West Point on the Eno.
When: Independence Day weekend in July
Where: West Point on the Eno Park, Durham
CenterFest
CenterFest has been Durham’s signature art festival since 1974. The event, organized by the Durham Arts Council, showcases juried visual artists and stand-out local performers across the country. The event also includes unique street performers as well as a Creative Kids Zone to be sure those of all ages will be entertained.
When: September
Where: Downtown Durham
Beaver Queen Pageant
Typically held at the beginning of June, the Beaver Queen Pageant encourages participants to dress up in their favorite beaver personalities including Fur Pelton John, the Beave Whisperer, and Furrabella-Conchita Carramba. The event was first formalized in 2005 to celebrate a successful community effort of the Duke Park neighborhood, who stopped the NC Department of Transportation from eradicating a den of beavers from nearby wetlands. It now serves as a fundraiser for the Ellerbe Creek Watershed Association.
When: June
Where: Duke Park
NC Comicon & Comiquest Film Festival
Comic fans, assemble! The Triangle’s own comic book show, regarded as North Carolina’s premier comicon, is packed with panels, cosplay contests and the finest vendors in comic books, toys and collectibles. Kids are admitted for free, while adult tickets can be purchased online at nccomiccon.com, where you can also find each year’s updated event schedule.
When: November
Where: Durham Convention Center
NC Disneyana
Now in its third year, NC Disneyana is a Disney fan’s dream whether you’re just visiting Durham or call it home. Disneyana, a term for a wide variety of collectible toys, books, souvenirs and others, is full of cosplayers, pin trading, vendors and more. The event is run by TriNCpinTrade LLC and the Triangle NC Chapter of the Disneyana Fan Club nonprofit. Learn more about the event and get your tickets at ncdisneyana.com.
When: November
Where: Durham Convention Center
