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PLAYlist Presents: Kaleta y Super Yamba

May 1 @ 6:30 pm

Durham Central Park and WNCU 90.7FM Present: PLAYlist Concert Series Music Magic and Community in the Heart of Downtown Durham PLAYlist Presents Kaleta & Super Yamba Band May 1st Afrofunk LEGEND, Kaleta & Super Yamba Band are fronted by Afrobeat … Continued

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Volunteer Opportunities

Durham Central Park is powered by dedicated volunteers who do everything from weeding the gardens to running events. Looking for volunteer opportunities? Join our team!

Host Your Own Event

Durham Central Park has all of the amenities that make it the perfect spot for parties, weddings and corporate events.


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Visitor Info

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

Park Improvements

We’re committed to making Durham Central Park better. We’re already working on more improvements. But we want to know what you want to see in the park.

Park Stories

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.