[SoDu Stuff to Do] Your Weekend Ahead - Aug. 20, 2026

Compiled by Wes Platt, 
wes.platt@southpointaccess.news

This weekend sees big celebrations in Durham and Cary - the Scrap Exchange turns 35 while the Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival enters its 50th year.

Got events planned in the days and weeks ahead? It's free to use our calendar for everything from live music and school festivals to community yard sales!

Check out these highlights from the Southpoint Access events calendar:

Southpoint Access Events Calendar

From Durham County Library programs and family activities to special events at local businesses and key public meetings like the City Council, County Commission, and Planning Board, our calendar brings it all together in one easy-to-use resource.

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Third Friday Durham: Scrap Exchange's 35th Birthday

When: Friday, Aug. 21, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran St., Durham.

50th Annual Lazy Days Arts & Crafts Festival - Downtown Cary

When: Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 22 and 23, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Downtown Cary, 109 S. Academy St., Cary.

Bull City Street Rod Association Saturday Night Cruise-In

When: Saturday, Aug. 22, 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: William Penn Plaza, 120 William Penn Plaza, Durham.

Phone Free Fun

When: Sunday, Aug. 23, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Glass Jug Beer Lab - Downtown, 545 Foster St., Durham.

Huck’s Heavenly Hangout FAQ

Questions and answers that hopefully help illuminate how our new Southpoint Access pet obituaries section works!

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