Here’s a list packed with fun, family-friendly activities to enjoy in Durham, perfect for all ages and interests. From outdoor adventures to creative indoor play, these ideas make it easy to spend quality time together.
Definitely check out the butterfly house!
Museum of Life and Science
Love supporting local small businesses (and having an excuse to buy some fresh/homemade goods!)
Durham Farmers' Market
This is such an easy way to spend some time outdoors while listening to some good music!
Summer Concert Series | Durham Parks & Recreation, NC
Who doesn't love a baseball game (and a firework show at the end!)?
Durham Bulls | MiLB.com
There are just SOOOO many hikes you could do at varying levels of difficulty.
Eno River State Park
Check out the children's center and get some popsicles at the terraced gardens.
Sarah P. Duke Gardens
You can't go to Durham and not see the lemurs!
Duke Lemur Center
This is great place to take those older kiddos!
Xtreme Adventure Park Raleigh-Durham | We know extreme!
Perfect for releasing some of that high energy!
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
They have performances of all kinds (including musicals and kid-friendly shows)!
DPAC
Great place to let the kids run around and enjoy the outside, while also being near a milkshake shop should you desire a sweet treat
American Tobacco Campus
Love the non-competitive environment! They have camps, birthdays, parent survival nights, and of course weekly gymnastics and dance classes!
