Our list of events for 2026 is under development – check back as we add more unique programming!
From past attendees
“The programming was truly amazing and inspiring. The program guide. Tressie Cottom McMillan. Zelda Lockhart. Great speakers all around. The gardening and horticulture kick off. Great job y’all!”
“I was impressed with the various programs and offerings you provided. There was something for everyone.”
“Thanks for putting on programs that excite our little ones!”
“I loved the session and I’m glad DCo Library offers such a diverse (in topics, speakers, types of events) lineup of events.”
“It was a gift to feel like the entire city was unified in celebration of one of our most beloved institutions.”
Children’s Events | Teen Events | Adult Events | Spanish Events
Full list of events
Monday
Tweens & Teens: Create a Journal for Your Story
Monday, April 20, 2026 • 5:00pm – 6:00pm
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane)
Tuesday
Illusion of Inclusion: Read the Fine Print
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 5:30pm – 6:30pm
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave)
Southern News, Southern Politics: How A Newspaper Defined A State For a Century
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:15pm
Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)
Wednesday
Exploring Durham through Postcards with John Schelp -Library Fest 2026
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)
When Sally Met Harry: The Chance Meeting that Birthed a Field of American Medicine
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Virtual
Earth Day: Animal Spot-a-Thon (Citizen Science Month)
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 • 6:00pm – 7:45pm
South Regional Library (4505 S. Alston Ave)
Thursday
Read and Craft: Library Fest Edition
Thursday, April 23, 2026 • 11:00am – 11:40am
East Regional Library (211 Lick Creek Lane)
Choose Your Own Adventure: Oregon Trail
Thursday, April 23, 2026 • 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)
Friday
Scented Storytime! @ Stanford L. Warren Branch Library
Friday, April 24, 2026 • 10:30am – 11:30am
Stanford L. Warren Branch Library (1201 Fayetteville St)
Driving the Green Book with Alvin Hall – Library Fest 2026 Keynote Speaker
Friday, April 24, 2026 • 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Main Library (300 N. Roxboro St)
Saturday
“Quilting: the Great American Art” with Frances O’Roark Dowell
Saturday, April 25, 2026 • 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Southwest Regional Library (3605 Shannon Rd)
