The Durham Hotel, 315 East Chapel Hill Street in Durham, hosts events on its rooftop that are free for all, even if you’re not staying at hotel. The hotel also features a coffee bar inside.
You can see the upcoming events on their event page and Facebook page.
Upcoming Events in 2025
Live Music: Alli J
7:30 to 9 p.m. (Dates below)
Free
- September 17
- October 22
Jazz on the Roof with Al Strong and friends
Thursday, September 18, 2025
7 to 9:30 p.m.
Free
Storytime on the Roof with Durham County Library
Dates below
10:30 to 11 a.m.
Free
Enjoy a morning of stories, songs, dancing, and community fun.
- September 10
- October 29 (Halloween Storytime — costumes encouraged)
Swift Night Out
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
6:30 p.m.
Free
Enjoy a front-row view as large swarms of chimney swifts begin to gather for their annual trip to South America and swarm, dive, and roost at sunset into downtown chimneys. New Hope Bird Alliance will be on hand with scopes, binoculars, and information about how to protect these endangered birds and their habitats.
The Get Down on the Roof
Friday, October 3, 2025
7 to 10 p.m.
Free
A rooftop dance party hosted by Gold Dust and created especially for grown folks who still love to groove.
Magick Makers Pop-Up
Thursday, October 30, 2025
6 to 9 p.m.
Free
Meet at The Durham Hotel’s first-floor Coffee Bar, where 15 bewitching makers and readers are gathering to celebrate the season with immaculate vibes, spiritual community, and just the right amount of enchantment.
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More Events
Check out our list of free and cheap events in Raleigh and the rest of the Triangle this weekend, or our full event calendar in the Triangle, or just look at few upcoming events here:
