Durham Events December 2026

Concerts, sports, comedy shows, Broadway performances, and live events across Durham, NC.

Updated: November 12, 2026

Explore upcoming events in Durham in December 2026, including concerts, sports events, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across the city and nearby areas. Browse events by date, venue, category, and neighborhood throughout the month.

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Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — THEATRE: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $76, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $165, Tickets Available: 1792. Select Seats

Dec 03, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Duke Blue Devils Women's Basketball vs. South Carolina Gamecocks at Cameron Indoor Stadium • 9314 seats, 1 Whitford Drive, Durham, NC 27708, US. From $23, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $182, Tickets Available: 376. Select Seats

Dec 03, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — THEATRE: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $76, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $174, Tickets Available: 1979. Select Seats

Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, High Demand, Pay Later Available: Duke Blue Devils vs. Harvard Crimson at Cameron Indoor Stadium • 9314 seats, 1 Whitford Drive, Durham, NC 27708, US. From $180, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $614, Tickets Available: 387, VIP Packages. Select Seats

Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — THEATRE: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $56, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $170, Tickets Available: 1663. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $61, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $169, Tickets Available: 951. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 4:00 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $52, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $175, Tickets Available: 1040. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — COMEDY, Weekend Event: Maria Bamford at Carolina Theatre - Durham • 1014 seats, 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $60, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $351, Tickets Available: 94. Select Seats

Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $52, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $163, Tickets Available: 1731. Select Seats

Dec 06, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $57, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $164, Tickets Available: 1371. Select Seats

Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Duke Blue Devils Women's Basketball vs. Virginia Tech Hokies at Cameron Indoor Stadium • 9314 seats, 1 Whitford Drive, Durham, NC 27708, US. From $15, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $356, Tickets Available: 169. Select Seats

Dec 06, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $47, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $164, Tickets Available: 1119. Select Seats

Dec 06, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — OTHER, Weekend Event: Make the Yuletide Gay at The Pinhook, 117 West Main Street, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $58, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $67, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats

Dec 06, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun — JAZZ / BLUES, Weekend Event: Tommy Emmanuel at Carolina Theatre - Durham • 1014 seats, 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $72, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $132, Tickets Available: 78. Select Seats

Dec 08, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Bodyguard - The Musical at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $10, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $138, Tickets Available: 193. Select Seats

Dec 09, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Bodyguard - The Musical at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $30, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $188, Tickets Available: 257. Select Seats

Dec 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Thu — BALLET: Triangle Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker at Carolina Theatre - Durham • 1014 seats, 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $56, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $119, Tickets Available: 73. Select Seats

Dec 10, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Bodyguard - The Musical at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $13, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $172, Tickets Available: 245. Select Seats

Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET: Triangle Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker at Carolina Theatre - Durham • 1014 seats, 309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $56, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $101, Tickets Available: 66. Select Seats

Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value: The Bodyguard - The Musical at Durham Performing Arts Center • 2712 seats, 123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701, US. From $7, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $206, Tickets Available: 251. Select Seats

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About Events in Durham During December 2026

December 2026 features concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across Durham and nearby NC areas. Major arenas, theaters, clubs, and entertainment venues continue to update their schedules throughout the month.

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Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before

123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 155

Dec 02, 2026 7:30 PM

Duke Blue Devils Women's Basketball

1 Whitford Drive, Durham, NC 27708

Event Dates 24

Dec 03, 2026 7:00 PM

Duke Blue Devils Basketball

1 Whitford Drive, Durham, NC 27708

Event Dates 30

Dec 04, 2026 7:00 PM

Maria Bamford

309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 22

Dec 05, 2026 7:30 PM

Make the Yuletide Gay

117 West Main Street, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 1

Dec 06, 2026 7:00 PM

Tommy Emmanuel

309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 30

Dec 06, 2026 8:00 PM

The Bodyguard - The Musical

123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 162

Dec 08, 2026 7:30 PM

The Nutcracker

309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 2174

Dec 10, 2026 7:00 PM

Paul Van Dyk

305 S Dillard St., Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 2

Dec 12, 2026 9:00 PM

Iluka

1007 W Main St., Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 12

Dec 14, 2026 8:00 PM

A Christmas Carol

123 Vivian St, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 1839

Dec 16, 2026 7:30 PM

King Buffalo

723 Rigsbee Avenue, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 17

Dec 16, 2026 8:00 PM

TRSH

1007 W Main St., Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 19

Dec 17, 2026 7:00 PM

Ben Rector

309 West Morgan Street, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 4

Dec 18, 2026 7:30 PM

Angela Autumn - Artist

117 West Main Street, Durham, NC 27701

Event Dates 1

Dec 19, 2026 7:30 PM

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Durham events, venues, schedules, and live entertainment.

What events are happening in Durham during December 2026?

Durham hosts concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment throughout December 2026.

Where can I find Durham events by date?

Use the monthly event calendar and date filters to browse concerts, sports events, comedy shows, and live performances happening across Durham.

Are concerts happening in Durham during December 2026?

Yes. Concert schedules include touring artists, arena shows, local performances, music festivals, and live entertainment events throughout Durham and nearby NC areas.