
The Scrap Exchange is celebrating its 35th anniversary at Third Friday Durham on August 21, 2026. There will be lots of festivities at CCB Plaza, 201 N Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 6 to 9 p.m.
The Scrap Exchange’s beloved blue mascot, brought to life by Jeghetto’s Entertainment (Tarish Pipkins) will be there, with live music from Emma Jane and also DJ MARRS spinning tunes.
Other festivities include treats, a pop-up cardboard art installation by Jason Lord, a giant birthday card to sign and more!
Don’t forget to explore the incredible galleries and artists throughout downtown Durham during Third Friday.
Local partners are joining in too
The Artisan Market at 305
Pop-up Art Installation | “The Ministry of Cardboard” by Jason Lord
After four months of transforming The Scrap Exchange’s Cameron Gallery, artist Jason Lord brings a pop-up version of his immersive installation, “The Ministry of Cardboard,” to The Artisan Market at 305 and Durham Sculpture Studio for Third Friday.
Fate & Folklore will give Tarot readings in the plaza.
LocoPops will bring Mongo Mango and other scrappy, refreshing pop flavors.
Neomonde Mediterranean has created a Scrappy Salad in honor of The Scrap Exchange’s 35th Birthday.
Pour Taproom presents Mongo yard games, including cornhole, giant jenga and supersized connect 4.
Unscripted Durham invites everyone upstairs to the poolside bar for an aerial view of the party and a Mongo surprise!
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