Brett's Open Mic: Celebrating 30 Years

Schedule

Fri Sep 19 2025 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Durham Food Hall, 530 Foster St., Durham, NC | Durham, NC

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For three decades, Brett Chambers has been a pioneer of Durham’s open mic scene—welcoming musicians, singers, poets and dancing crowds to share their art and connect through the power of live performance.
”Brett’s Open Mic: Thirty Years” is an exhibition that honors the rich history and community spirit of Brett’s Open Mic, featuring three decades of photographs and portraits that tell the stories behind the music. Join us in celebrating a true Durham cultural legacy!
Live music by Brett's Open Mic. Artmaking workshop led by @michaeldaniels in partnership with @thescrapexchange. Cocktails available for purchase at the Riggs Lounge. Small bites by Durham Food Hall chefs. Sips and tasting by Liberty & Plenty Distillery.
Co-presented by Conjured Commons and Words That Work™
This is event is part of the Parties for the Park fundraisers for Durham Central Park.
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