PLAYlist Concert Series: The Magic of African Rhythm

The exhilarating sight and sound of Djembe Fire! – men and women drumming, dancing, and singing their signature welcome to the audience. Company members regularly travel to various regions of Africa learning new instruments, gaining new insights. This experience constantly enhances the group’s artistry and scope. The vibrant rhythms of Africa’s drums, dance, melodic instruments, costume, song and drama across the colorful spectrum of the entire continent will be displayed and the audience will be pulled in to participate and contribute to the community art making.

Durham Central Park presents PLAYlist Concert Series in partnership with WNCU FM. The series is held in the park the first Friday of the month, from May to October. Concerts take place rain or shine.

All DCP Events are completely free to attend, but if you'd like to support Durham Central Park's mission of providing space for community, click here to make a donation today.

Each evening starts with dinner and drinks on the lawn. Come peek sound check and get your spot on the lawn! DJ Travis Gales spinning his Friday Night Mix live at the park at 7 p.m. Then the band takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. sharp. All the music is simulcast live through WNCU 90.7 FM.

The party doesn't stop there - DJ Travis will spin us out with a park-wide dance party starting at 9pm!

There are restrooms at Durham Central Park and the venue is ADA accessible. Parking is free in the lots caddy-cornered and above the park (entrances are on Foster St. and Morris St).

Local food trucks will be on site, as well as craft beer and other vendors.

There’s lawn seating, so please bring a blanket or lawn chair. Leashed pets are welcome.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, United States