YES, IT'S FREE

This year Durag Fest is FREE... we repeat, it is FREE THIS YEAR! You do not need a ticket to show up to any of our locations. However, we would like to get an idea of how many people to expect. So do us a favor and RSVP on Eventbrite. These tickets are donation based so you can GIVE WHAT YOU WANT. If you can't donate then just pull up to the function. It's all love.

GET THE APP*

Our mobile app has EVERYTHING you need to know about the festival: events, showtimes, who to shop with, directions and more. Hit the link below to install it from the Google Play or App Store.

*Please get the app! LOL It's super easy and will have everything you need to know about this year's Durag Fest. It's available on both Android and iOS. Hit the link above to download it.

DEEP WAVE
DAY PARTY*

Victoria Yards | 408 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202

Enjoy family-friendly performances from local acts, shop from local vendors at our Durag Market, food and more.

*Entry to any location for this year's festival is FREE (you're welcome) but we do ask that festival goers RSVP and donate so that we can continue the festivities for years to come. Click the link above to donate and RSVP.

DURAG
HALL OF FAME*

NASCAR Hall of Fame | 400 E M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28202

Drop in to experience our Durag Hall of Fame art installation curated by BLK MRKT and in partnership with Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Catch performances through 5pm or stop by in the evening to see the installation that will be illuminated at night.

*Entry to any location for this year's festival is FREE (you're welcome) but we do ask that festival goers RSVP and donate so that we can continue the festivities for years to come. Click the link above to donate and RSVP.

DU AFTER DARK:
ADULT SWIM*

BLK MRKT @ Camp North End | 1824 Statesville Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206

The crème de la crème of Durag Fest happens at Du After Dark: Adult Swim. Drip Walk (fashion show), Wave Check and after party all happens here. Grab a drink at the bar and dance all night with our music lineup.

*Entry to any location for this year's festival is FREE (you're welcome) but we do ask that festival goers RSVP and donate so that we can continue the festivities for years to come. Click the link above to donate and RSVP.

Camp North End Parking

The Enter the parking lot off of Statesville Avenue (if you see promo for the Van Gogh exhibit you're in the right place.) Park and follow the trail outlined below. Head to the water tower or Boileryard. You'll find us there.

SHOP

FAQs

Durag Fest is an annual festival celebrating Juneteenth. This year Durag Fest will happen on Juneteenth holiday, Saturday, June 19, 2021. 

Durag Fest is happening in three locations near/in Uptown Charlotte, NC USA. Download the app for the most up to date information on all activities and their locations for Durag Fest.

Our Durag Market will be taking place exclusively at our Deep Wave Day Party. Download the app for the most up to date information on all activities and their locations for Durag Fest.

Use this link to download the app on your phone. If you're on desktop, click here to get a text message sent to your phone to download the app.

Wave Check will happen at Du After Dark: Adult Swim held at Camp North End. Download the app for the exact time and updates on all Durag Fest events.

Usually no, but this year it is. Post-pandemic we just want to see your beautiful faces. We are asking that people grab tickets so we know how huge of a turn out we can expect. You can hit the big "GET TICKETS' button on the site to get yours. Tickets are all donation tickets meaning you pay us what you wish. We appreciate your support.

Of course you can. This year we have three locations that are all kid-friendly. Du After Dark: Adult Swim will have alcoholic beverages and music more suitable for adult audiences. You can always pop in and out and enjoy the full Camp North End campus where Du After Dark will be held. Download the app for more details on all activities taking place during Durag Fest.

Durage Fest will continue to comply with all federal and North Carolina state mandates regarding COVID-19.