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Press Play Durham

Date: Fri, Oct 2, 2026

Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Venue: Main Library – Main Auditorium, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Community

Grab your tickets at this link Video Consortium is back on the road with their fifth Press Play Tour stop in Durham, NC, taking place Friday October 2 at the Durham County Main Library! This Press Play will feature a panel, breakout conversations, networking, live music and free local bites from Boricua Soul. Anyone interested in nonfiction video is welcome! Whether you're a veteran video journalist or a student, Press Play is your chance to gain valuable new connections, tools, and insight into the industry. Featured screenings: PBS North Carolina's Homegrown History, as well as Theory of Change, a story about organizing and community. Grab your tickets at this link, and make sure to spread the word to friends in the area! 3:00 pm: check-in table opens near the 2nd floor entrance of Durham County Main Library 4:00 pm: intro and opening panel convo Who do you trust for information and why? In this opening conversation, we'll explore the dynamics between local nonfiction storytelling and the broader community. Our panel will discuss where folks get their information from, and why they trust these sources instead of others.

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Press Play Durham

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When
This Friday
Fri, Oct 2, 2026
3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
durhamlibraryfreefamily friendly

Press Play Durham is a community gathering focused on nonfiction video storytelling, featuring panel discussions, breakout sessions, and film screenings. The event brings together media creators, students, and residents to discuss local journalism, media literacy, and how we source our information. What to Know: The event takes place on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Durham County Main Library auditorium. Admission is free, but you need to secure your tickets in advance through the provided link. The schedule includes a panel discussion at 4:00 PM, community breakout groups at 5:00 PM, and local short film screenings starting at 6:00 PM, with free food from Boricua Soul and live music included. This is a great weekend pick for parents of older teens interested in journalism, or anyone wanting to support local North Carolina creators and discuss how media impacts our neighborhood trust.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend Press Play Durham?
No, this community event is free to attend.
Do I need to register in advance?
Yes, you need to grab your tickets ahead of time using the registration link.
What food is provided at the event?
Attendees can enjoy free local bites from Boricua Soul.

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Press Play Durham runs Fri, Oct 2, 2026, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

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Main Library – Main Auditorium is in Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

Nothing but the kids — this one's free, with no tickets to buy.