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DCP, a non-profit park providing space for community, relies on the support of generous donors just like you.

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When the Greenprint was announced less than a year and a half ago, and subsequently approved by City Council, the Durham Central Park Team knew we had to hit the ground running to build what we believe is a dynamic future for Downtown Durham's most vibrant and welcoming Greenspace. Now 16 months in, we have achieved our first benchmark in our 10-Year Vision: breaking ground on the West Side Projects in the Park.

With so much momentum behind the first year, we are beyond excited to show you what we have been able to achieve.

Join Us for the 2026 Greenprint Gala, an elegant evening in support of Durham Central Park’s bold 10-year vision for the future. The link to tickets is in our bio or at durhamcentralpark.org/greenprint by @durhamcentralpark

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We’re sad to postpone Trucks for the Park, but this Party for the Park deserves the best fall weather to accompany the massive amount of food and drink and fun! Soon, once we’ve gotten confirmation from all our lovely vendors donating their time, we will reach out with the new date!! taken in Durham Central Park by @durhamcentralpark

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Have you ever wanted one of EVERYTHING from a Food Truck Rodeo? Trucks for the Park is your chance!! One ticket feeds 1-3 people, so grab your friends and Join us Sunday, October 11th. When you arrive you get a passport that gets you a sample from a ton of great local vendors! Head to where the 🔗 is or go to Durhamcentralpark.org/parties by @durhamcentralpark

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12 days ago

Flow for DCP!
Start your Sunday in the park with a special all-levels yoga class from Midtown Yoga, followed by a sunny brunch featuring bagels and brunch favorites from Everything Bagels and Durham Food Hall. This relaxed morning is a chance to move, eat, and spend time in the park while supporting the place that makes so many community gatherings possible.
Whether you’re a regular yogi or simply looking for a good reason to get outside, come stretch out on the lawn, enjoy a delicious post-class brunch, and settle into a leisurely morning at Durham Central Park.
Reserve your spot today. Space is limited!

Get ready for the tastiest party of the season! Trucks for the Park is Durham Central Park’s ultimate foodie fundraiser, a private mini food truck rodeo where you can skip the lines and sample some of the best flavors in town.
This year, 14+ local food trucks will pull up to the pavilion, each serving a special bite-sized creation just for the event. Wander from truck to truck with your ticket in hand, sampling everything from savory favorites to sweet treats. Vegetarian options will be available at most trucks, and tickets can easily be shared among a few moderately hungry friends.
Your ticket also includes two drinks from local beer/wine vendors, with a cash bar available for additional beverages. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket, gather your favorite food-loving people, and spend the afternoon eating your way through Durham Central Park.
Every bite supports the park, helping keep Durham Central Park welcoming, active, and full of community programming throughout the year.

Enjoy brunchy drinks and light fare while getting an introductory lesson in American Mahjong!
Are you curious what all the hype is about? Join us for an intro to American Mahjong at the Vega building overlooking Durham Central Park. Learn the basics of the game while sipping a mimosa or Blood Mary and noshing on light hors d’oeuvres. Come as a beginner ready to learn or an expert ready to play and share in the fun!

One week from today (and all Fall!!!) we have incredible Parties for the Park, and there are still some tickets left!! Parties for the Park supports Durham Central Park’ taken in Durham Central Park by @durhamcentralpark

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Thank you for another year of PLAYlist!!!!! If you are sad like us that another year has flown by, we still have TEN PARTIES FOR THE PARK for you to attend this fall. From dinner parties, to yoga classes, to brunch and more, #partiesforthepark brings money in for the park to continue to make magic like PLAYlist happen! taken in Durham Central Park by @durhamcentralpark

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14 days ago

Tomorrow night, the Living Arts Collective opens the final FREE PLAYlist Concert of the season at Durham Central Park! 🎸

From 5:30-6:30pm, Teli Shabu will lead an open Community Drumming Activation rooted in djembe fundamentals, joined by Beverly Botsford and community drummers. First-timers are welcome, and seasoned drummers are invited to help carry the beat as we learn and play together.

Nearby, Shirley and Joyce Thoms will have the Double Dutch ropes turning. Jump in for your very first try, or come see if you still have those jumping feet and turning arms.

Then stick around! Grab a bite from the food trucks, catch Natural Wonder's Stevie Wonder tribute at 7:30pm, and dance the night away with DJ Travis of WNCU 90.7FM at 9:30pm.

Free and open to all. Hope to see you there!

FREE PLAYlist Concert Series
Friday, October 2nd
Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street

Presented by @durhamcentralpark (Durham Central Park) and @wncuradio (WNCU 90.7FM), sponsored by @carolinatheatredurham

#PLAYlistConcertSeries #DurhamCentralPark #LivingArtsCollective #DurhamNC #CommunityDrumming taken in Durham Central Park by @durhamcentralpark

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16 days ago

WAIT… THE FINAL PLAYLIST OF THE SEASON IS THIS FRIDAY?! 👀

One last Friday night under the stars with @durhamcentralpark and WNCU. ✨

🎶 Live music @ 7:30 PM
🎧DJ @ 9 PM
🍔 Food + drinks @ 6 PM
📻 MEET THE WNCU TEAM

Pull up. We will see you there! Friday, Oct. 2 @ 7:30 PM

#PLAYlistConcertSeries #WNCU #DurhamCentralPark by @durhamcentralpark

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17 days ago

The menu for the Greenprint Gala will offer you tastes from some of the best chefs in Durham! This seated dinner at @rickhousedurham will include:
🌷 Roe’s sausage and pepper crostini and savory sweet potato crostini from @rosesdurhamnc along with foccacia with cultured butter, olive oil and zaa’tar from @lutrabakery
🌷 Green bean salad, a chickpea pumpkin and quinoa salad, and a grilled broccoli with Parmesan and bagna cauda by @saca_monk with @queenysdurham
🌷Braised beef (or mushroom) ragu over polenta from @gocciolina_restaurant
🌷Brown butter and lavender financier w/ chocolate ganache from @lutrabakery

We drooling just thinking about it! All this plus:
🌻Durham Central Park history gallery
🌻A cocktail hour tour with drinks from @glassjug_downtown of Greenprint Projects nearing completion
🌻Sneak peeks at what’s to come
🌻Renderings of potential improvements and chats with partners of the park who are building and design future installments

Join us Thursday October 8! Tickets at Durhamcentralpark.org/greenprint taken in Durham Central Park by @durhamcentralpark

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17 days ago

Come to @durhamcentralpark this weekend for fun and beverages from our taproom! Grab a brew, cocktail or more to go in the bullpen and check out a free concert Friday and free movie Saturday. See you there! by @durhamcentralpark

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17 days ago

POV: You said you Friday night plans…

…and we heard you. 😂

@durhamcentralpark X WNCU is bringing the Friday night energy with the PLAYlist Concert Series in Durham Central Park.

6 PM — Food, beer & wine vendors 🍴
7:30 PM — Natural Wonder 🎶
9 PM — DJ Travis Gales 🎧

Be honest: are you coming for the band, the DJ, or the food? 👀

📅 FRIDAY, October 2
📍 Durham Central Park

#PLAYlistConcertSeries #WNCU #907FM by @durhamcentralpark

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19 days ago

The Greenprint Gala is Thursday, October 8, 5-9pm, and there is a ticket for you. When you attend you will be able to enjoy a sneak peek at work we’ve done and what’s to come. Then, after a @glassjug_downtown cocktail hour in the park, you’ll head to @rickhousedurham to experience a seated dinner with plates from incredible local restaurants like @gocciolina_restaurant @saca_monk @lutrabakery @rosesdurhamnc

You will also, most importantly be supporting the Greenprint for years to come! This incredible evening raises funds for Durham Central Park to continue our momentous improvements as laid out in the Greenprint, our Ten-Year Vision for the Future. taken in Durham Central Park by @durhamcentralpark

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19 days ago

@durhamnc showing up @lgbtqdurham #pridefestival @ad_realty_group @dukeuniversity good stuff, come down to @durhamcentralpark #yallmeansall taken in Durham Central Park by @durhamcentralpark

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