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NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 8

Date: Sat, Aug 8, 2026

Time: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Venue: Durham Central Park, Durham

Price:

Category: Outdoors

North Carolina Jerk Fest is a free, family-friendly celebration of Jamaican independence and culture, with a special focus on jerk chicken, a popular Jamaican dish. It takes place Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. The festival features: Live music Authentic jerk cuisine for purchase Arts and crafts vendors Free bounce house Games Free play dominos Ludi game Bar with Jamaican and Caribbean favorites, including Jerk Fest Rum Punch Raffle to win free food and drinks Main Stage: SyyChronic Sound Mr. Magnum Luv Mac Jr. Alexandra Valladres Cherrie Garden

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NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 8

“Bring lawn chairs and arrive early to beat the longest food truck lines.”

When
This Saturday
Sat, Aug 8, 2026
3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where
Durham Central Park
Durham, NC
Ages
All ages
Price
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NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 8
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Schedule

NC Jerk Fest at Durham Central Park August 8 runs Sat, Aug 8, 2026, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM.

Getting There

Durham Central Park is at 501 Foster Street, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

  • Sunscreen and water bottles — this one's outdoors
  • A blanket or low chairs for staking out a spot

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