The final weekend of February includes comedy, film festivals and more fun.
Music and comedy
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Feb. 27: Seth Meyers: Live at DPAC - This show was originally scheduled for Jan. 24 but was moved due to the winter storm.
Feb. 28: Lauren Moore and John Hollier - Lauren Moore and John Hollier take the stage for the second weekend of That Station Live at Bay 7.
Feb. 28: Lucy Darling at DPAC - Lucy first captured the world’s attention in December 2024, when one TikTok clip of her improvisational crowd work skyrocketed to 21 million views.
March 1: Brett Young at DPAC - From his self titled debut in 2017, Brett Young has captured the hearts of fans everywhere through his honest lyrics and West Coast meets Southern sound, aptly dubbed his “Caliville” style.
March 1: Che Durena at Raleigh Improv - With over a decade of experience, he has performed at major comedy festivals, headlined sold-out theater shows, and shared the stage with some of the biggest names in comedy.
March 1: The High Kings: The Rocky Road Tour at Meymandi Concert Hall - The High Kings, made up of Finbarr Clancy, Darren Holden, Brian Dunphy, and Paul O’Brien, are internationally acclaimed for their fresh take on traditional Irish ballads.
Food, film and fun
Feb. 27-March 1: Nevermore Film Festival - Nevermore Film Festival is a juried competition festival that programs brand-new feature and short films with an emphasis on horror, science fiction, dark fantasy, animation, and mystery/thrillers from around the world.
Feb. 28: Art of the Party Gala at Durham Arts Council - The Art of the Party is a vibrant, joyful celebration of the creative spirit. It brings together music, food, culture, and community-the very ingredients that inspire the evening’s live auction packages. The event is both an experience and an invitation: to gather, to celebrate, and to support the arts that make Durham shine.
Feb. 28: Black Genius Fest - Black Genius Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration marking the 100th anniversary of Black History Month. It will be at Black Wall Street from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
March 1: A Taste of Ireland in Raleigh - Featuring former World Irish dance champions and performers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, this live show blends energetic Irish dance, tap battles, melodic folk mash-ups, and heartfelt storytelling.
March 1: Cozy Panda Presents: Pandas Supporting Local - This two-hour community event at Trophy Brewing will celebrate local businesses. Stop by for free crafts and goodies from participating vendors, plus a food truck and drinks available for purchase.
March 1: Weinberg Lecture of Egyptology, “Recycling for Death: Coffin Reuse in Ancient Egypt and the Theban Royal Caches”at NCMA - In this lecture Kara Cooney, professor of Egyptian art and architecture at UCLA, discusses her latest book, Recycling for Death, a meticulous study of the social, economic, and religious significance of coffin reuse during the Ramesside and early Third Intermediate periods.