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PLAYlist Presents: Charly Lowry

May 2 @ 6:30 pm

Presented by Durham Central Park & WNCU 90.7 FM: Friday, May 2, 2025 kicks off PLAYlist at the DCP Pavilion. ASL Interpretation Available Join us for the highly anticipated kickoff of the PLAYlist Concert Series 2025, featuring the incomparable Charly Lowry! … Continued

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Durham Central Park offers a wealth of open green spaces and hidden gems—from artistic seating to beautiful gardens, there’s plenty to explore. Get the info you need for your trip to the park

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Everything in Durham Central Park…from the park itself to the pavilion to the all the benches…has a story. Get to know your park a little better by reading how it came to be.

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