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
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)

The Get Down: Halloween Edition
Friday, October 31, 2025
7 to 10 p.m.
Free
A rooftop costume party for grownups. Creepy cocktails, monster mashup toons, costume contest open air rooftop dance floor, more.
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.
TGIF: Family Game Night
Friday, November 7, 2025
6 to 9 p.m.
At The Coffee Bar
Free
- ’90s-style throwback snacks and cocktails (with a nostalgic twist)
- A family-friendly game lounge with classics and surprises
- A food drive benefiting Urban Ministries of Durham
- A killer ’90s playlist to keep the vibes alive
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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: