Durham Activities

📅 Your Week Ahead in Durham: July 28–Aug. 2, 2025

Whether you're wrangling toddlers, planning a night out, or just hoping to stay cool indoors, there's no shortage of free or low-cost activities happening across the area.

Wes Platt

26 Jul 2025 — 4 min read

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Looking for something to do around South Durham in the week ahead? Whether you're wrangling toddlers, planning a night out, or just hoping to stay cool indoors, there's no shortage of free or low-cost activities happening across the area. From STEAM games and duct tape wallets to Death Cafes and rooftop stargazing, this week's events highlight the creative, community-driven spirit of Durham. Here's a day-by-day look at what's happening around town—from library meetups and local government sessions to cheesecake deals and a chance to hang with Duke basketball players.

Check below for the full event listing by day and time.

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