CenterFest is Durham’s largest cultural and community event, as well as North Carolina’s longest running street art festival. It will take place Saturday, September 21, and Sunday, September 22, 2024.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This event features musicians, dancers, street performers, a Creative Kids Zone, food vendors and tons of visual art. Read on for details about the performances, artists, parking, kids’ zone and more.
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This is a free event, but donations are welcome, and donations are suggested.
Kids’ Zone
The Creative Kids Zone features kids’ rides, with small ticket price, and free art projects for kids.
Check back soon for details.
Visual Art
Explore art from a wide variety of media, including:
- Ceramics
- Digital media
- Drawing
- Fiber (decorative)
- Fiber (wearable)
- Glass
- Jewelry
- Leather
- Mixed media
- Painting
- Photography
- Printmaking
- Sculpture
- Wood
Saturday Performance Schedule
Musicians will perform on multiple stages, including a family stage. Schedule subject to change.
The North Carolina Songwriters Co-Op Stage
- 10 a.m.: Paula C. Snyder
- 10:40 a.m.: Michael Melia
- 11:20 a.m.: Michael Brennan
- 12 p.m.: Remona Jeannine
- 12:40 p.m.: Matthew Amy
- 1:20 p.m.: Susan Johnson
- 2 p.m.: Richard Scher
- 2:40 p.m.: The King Teen
- 3:20 p.m.: Sweet Louise
- 4 p.m.: Tim Smith
- 4:40 p.m.: Colin McGuire
- 5:20 p.m.: Joe Woodson
DukeArts Five Points Stage
- 10 a.m.: Pippa Hoover
- 11 a.m.: Rabbi Sandra
- 12 p.m.: Brett Harris
- 1 p.m.: The Holland Brothers
- 2 p.m.: Emily Musolino
- 3 p.m.: Beckwith
- 4 p.m.: Carrie Marshall and Carter Minor
- 5 p.m.: Ace & The Royal Straights
Saturday Roaming Performers
- 2 to 4 p.m.: Durham Street Piano
- All day: Silver Drummer Girl
Music Stage @ CCB Plaza
- 10:20 a.m.: Heart of Carolina A Cappella
- 11:20 a.m.: The Dapper Conspiracy
- 12:30 p.m.: La Fiesta Jazz Quintet
- 2 p.m.: The Durham Savoyards
- 3:40 p.m.: The NuBeing Collective
- 5 p.m.: Tea Cup Gin
Main Dance Stage @ CCB Plaza
- 10 a.m.: Walltown Children’s Theatre
- 11 a.m.: Natayarpana School of Dance & Music
- 12 p.m.: Ninth Street Dance
- 1:20 p.m.: Bouncing Bulldogs
- 2:40 p.m.: African American Dance Ensemble
- 3 p.m.: Magician Shaun Jay
- 4:30 p.m. Batala Durham
Sunday Performance Schedule
Musicians will perform on multiple stages, including a family stage. Schedule subject to change.
The North Carolina Songwriters Co-Op Stage
- 10 a.m.: Vito di Bona
- 11:40 a.m.: Bob Bedell
- 12:30 p.m.: Joe North
- 1 p.m.: Eric Sommer
- 1:40 p.m.: Will Woltz
- 2:20 p.m.: Stevan Jackson
- 3 p.m.: Susan Riggs
- 3:40 p.m.: Jeff Cobb
- 4:20 p.m.: Alan Oatley
DukeArts Five Points Stage
- 11 a.m.: Sylvester the Jester
- 12 p.m.: Tre Charles
- 1 p.m.: Simple Joy
- 2 p.m.: Jasme Kelly: Daughter of Soul, Duchess of Durham
- 3 p.m.: Andy Coats & The Bankwalkers
- 4 p.m.: Regina Gale & Friends
Sunday Roaming Performers
- 2 to 4 p.m.: Old Time Organ Grinder
- All day: Silver Drummer Girl
Music Stage @ CCB Plaza
- 11:20 a.m.: Durham Jazz Ensemble
- 12:20 p.m.: Organ Failure
- 1:30 p.m.: Ricardo Diquez
- 3:05 p.m.: Acisse Jay
- 4 p.m.: Diane Carter
Main Dance Stage @ CCB Plaza
- 11 a.m.: Encore Academy of Dance
- 12 p.m.: Laasya School of Dance
- 1 p.m.: Takiri Folclor Latino
- 2:30 p.m.: Footnotes Tap Ensemble
- 3 p.m.: Special Greetings fromMayor
Double-Check Before You Head Out!
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However, sometimes things change without notice, and it’s also possible that we can make a mistake.
Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.
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