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Discover Durham Durham is a historical haven, a sanctuary for the spectacular, and a rough-cut gem waiting to be unearthed. Perhaps it’s time you discovered it too.

Durham’s been a destination on the move for more than 150 years.

There's so much love out there for the Bull City. And now there are activations all around town to express your love for...
01/17/2025

There's so much love out there for the Bull City. And now there are activations all around town to express your love for Durham.

📍Starting at the Visitor Info Center, stop by tonight (Jan. 17) as part of Third Friday Durham from 6-8 p.m., write a love note and enjoy a mocktail tasting from Ment Beverage Co. and Da Kine's Kava.

📍Other activations can be spotted at the Carolina Theater, Museum of Life and Science, Durham Arts Council and The Scrap Exchange.

Stay tuned, we'll be sharing more updates soon ❤️

Durham's small businesses are making it easier than ever to show your love with special deals and offerings. Trust us - ...
01/16/2025

Durham's small businesses are making it easier than ever to show your love with special deals and offerings. Trust us - you don't want to miss these: https://durh.am/4hcmWHX 💖

01/15/2025

Durham is a love story Dasan Ahanu loves to share. See for yourself what makes this place unforgettable 🐂❤️

You can find all of Dasan's favorite spots here: https://durh.am/4fYNWJp

🐟 Saltbox Seafood Joint
🍷The Waiting Room
☕️ Triangle Coffee House
🛍️ The Streets at Southpoint
🎤 Hayti Heritage Center/St. Joseph's Historic Foundation, Inc.

01/14/2025

For the old souls, retro romantics and time travelers at heart — Durham’s vintage shops are for you. Isatu takes us to some of her favorites

Check out our full guide for shopping vintage: https://durh.am/42dtxx2

Middle Of May
Gibson Girl Vintage
The Fuzzy Needle
Dolly's Vintage
Durham Vintage Collective

Snow much fun in the Burrr City ❄️
01/11/2025

Snow much fun in the Burrr City ❄️

01/11/2025

Yonderlust is all about reconnecting with nature and finding adventure. Whether it’s through their detailed self-guided itineraries or a stop at their cozy cafe in Brightleaf. Support small businesses like Yonderlust, and hear their story on this week’s episode of Shop Small Saturday 🌿

Nobody:Major the Bull: Did you get your milk and bread?
01/10/2025

Nobody:
Major the Bull: Did you get your milk and bread?

01/09/2025

Brrr it's cold out here. Warm up at a heated patio. Or with winter weather coming this weekend consider picking up takeout from your favorite restaurant ❄️🔥

Check out all 40+ patios: https://durh.am/40rKB0S

🦛 The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge
🦖 Ponysaurus Brewing Co.
🎮 Boxcar Bar + Arcade
📦 Boxyard RTP
🎍 Namu Durham
🍺 Hi-Wire Brewing Durham
🇩🇪 Guglhupf BakeShop Chapel Hill
🇿🇼 Zwelis

Looking for some Durham self-care ideas? Look no further.🌿 Relax and recharge with a massage at Auroraflow 🔥 Sweat it ou...
01/09/2025

Looking for some Durham self-care ideas? Look no further.

🌿 Relax and recharge with a massage at Auroraflow
🔥 Sweat it out in the sauna then cool off in the plunge at Sauna House Durham
💪 Get your body moving at Neighborhood Barre Durham
📚 Treat yourself to a book haul at The Regulator Bookshop
🚶‍♂️ Hit the trails at Falls Lake and soak in some fresh air
👚 Clean out your closet and donate to LGBTQ Center of Durham

What else would you add? 🤔

Whether you're going dry or just damp this January, we know the perfect spots to raise a glass 🥂Get our full list of whe...
01/07/2025

Whether you're going dry or just damp this January, we know the perfect spots to raise a glass 🥂

Get our full list of where to grab a craft beverage: https://durh.am/3PpE3JJ

Aaktun
Apéritif
Cheeni
Da Kine's Kava
The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge
Ment Beverage Co.
Kingfisher Durham

01/04/2025

Forever a good boy 💙
Thanks for the joy you brought to Durham Bulls Baseball Club and beyond

01/03/2025

So, what's at the top of your list? 👀

Check out The Ultimate 2025 Durham Bucket List and start planning your year of unforgettable moments in the Bull City: https://durh.am/4a27dZ6

Start 2025 by picking up a new hobby. Swipe to see how Durham can inspire your next passion ✨️🔨 AR Workshop Durham 🧗‍♂️ ...
01/02/2025

Start 2025 by picking up a new hobby. Swipe to see how Durham can inspire your next passion ✨️

🔨 AR Workshop Durham
🧗‍♂️ The Boulder Garden
🏌‍♂️ Hillandale Golf Course
🥾 Mountain to Sea Trail at Falls Lake
🧊 Triangle Curling
🕯 brightblackcandle
🧘‍♀️ Virge Yoga
🍝 Melina's Fresh Pasta

01/01/2025

Baba Chuck Davis, founder of Durham's African American Dance Ensemble, taught us to live with "Peace, love and respect for everybody." The 39th Kwanzaa Fest carries forward his legacy by celebrating African American culture and observing the seventh principle of Kwanzaa, Imani (faith)🖤

01/01/2025

Happy New Year's, Bull City 🥂

12/27/2024

Another year of incredible memories made in the Bull City 🐂❤️

12/26/2024

Cheers to a season of celebration and Kwanzaa traditions 💚❤️🖤

🎨: L Jamal Walton

12/25/2024

Wishing you a bright and festive Hanukkah 🕎💙

🎨: Nick Cook

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Durham is a love story Dasan Ahanu loves to share. See for yourself what makes this place unforgettable 🐂❤️ You can find all of Dasan's favorite spots here: https://durh.am/4fYNWJp 🐟 Saltbox Seafood Joint 🍷The Waiting Room ☕️ Triangle Coffee House 🛍️ The Streets at Southpoint 🎤 Hayti Heritage Center/St. Joseph's Historic Foundation, Inc.

For the old souls, retro romantics and time travelers at heart — Durham’s vintage shops are for you. Isatu takes us to some of her favorites Check out our full guide for shopping vintage: https://durh.am/42dtxx2 Middle Of May Gibson Girl Vintage The Fuzzy Needle Dolly's Vintage Durham Vintage Collective

Yonderlust is all about reconnecting with nature and finding adventure. Whether it’s through their detailed self-guided itineraries or a stop at their cozy cafe in Brightleaf. Support small businesses like Yonderlust, and hear their story on this week’s episode of Shop Small Saturday 🌿

Brrr it's cold out here. Warm up at a heated patio. Or with winter weather coming this weekend consider picking up takeout from your favorite restaurant ❄️🔥 Check out all 40+ patios: https://durh.am/40rKB0S 🦛 The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge 🦖 Ponysaurus Brewing Co. 🎮 Boxcar Bar + Arcade 📦 Boxyard RTP 🎍 Namu Durham 🍺 Hi-Wire Brewing Durham 🇩🇪 Guglhupf BakeShop Chapel Hill 🇿🇼 Zwelis

Forever a good boy 💙 Thanks for the joy you brought to Durham Bulls Baseball Club and beyond

So, what's at the top of your list? 👀 Check out The Ultimate 2025 Durham Bucket List and start planning your year of unforgettable moments in the Bull City: https://durh.am/4a27dZ6

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Maybe you’ve heard about our celebrated food scene, top-notch universities or buzzing startup culture. There’s just something about this place. It transcends categories. Durham has something intangible, inspiring and absolutely alluring.

Before our sidewalks were lined with award-winning eateries, they were traversed by our first generation of industrious entrepreneurs. Seeds of equality and justice were planted here long ago, and they have blossomed into a colorful community where murals tell our proud story of inclusivity. We are where inspiration is found, where all are welcome and where the wild, wonderful, bold and beautiful come together in unexpected ways.

Want in? Come discover Durham.