Rock the Park AUG. 2 0
Head to Durham Central Park with a blanket or lawn chairs for a familyfriendly showing of “Love and Basketball.” Snack on eats from Big Butch BBQ & Seafood and cool off with an icee from Nikki’s Delightful Treats during the movie, which wraps up this summer entertainment series hosted by Durham Parks and Recreation.
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OutSouth Queer Film Festival AU G . 11 - 14
hosts the second-largest LGBTQ+ film festival in the Southeast. This celebration of queer lives returns to an in-person format this year and features a diverse array of short films, documentaries and feature-length films. The festival has attracted thousands of attendees every year since it began in 1995. The Carolina Theatre
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Jo Koy
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The award-winning stand-up comedian makes his return to the Durham Performing Arts Center during his Funny is Funny World Tour. Known for his relatable sense of humor, Jo received the Stand-Up Comedian of the Year award in 2018 at the Just for Laughs comedy festival, has appeared on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” and has released several specials on Netflix and Comedy Central. 8
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Sweet Social: La Recette Patisserie AU G . 28
Satisfy your sweet tooth by visiting The Roof at The Durham for a pop-up featuring La Recette Patisserie, which is slated to open a brick-andmortar off Hwy. 55. Purchase treats such as cakes and macarons, grab a drink from the rooftop bar and enjoy the panoramic views of downtown.