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Durham Parks and Recreation Hosts Rock the Park Concert And Movie Series

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Durham, N.C. – This summer, residents can catch a movie and/or groove to music at the Rock the Park Concert and Movie Series sponsored by Durham Parks and Recreation (DPR). The series is free and open to the public.

The concerts are held in various parks from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. and the movies will be held at Durham Central Park (501 Foster Street) from 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

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Sajaso

Throughout the summer participants will enjoy Jazz, R&B, and hip hop music as well as movies. Due to licensing laws, DPR cannot mention the name of the movies showing on promotional materials. The series will officially kick off on Saturday, June 11 at Forest Hills Park (1639 University Drive) with Jazz Band Sajaso.

Attendees should bring their own lawn chair/blanket as seating will not be provided. Food vendors will be available. No smoking or alcohol is allowed.

Events may be canceled in the case of severe inclement weather. Participants can check the website or call the weather line at 919-560-4336 and press #8 for the status of the event.

Please see the schedule below:
Saturday, June 11      

Forest Hills Park, 1639 University Drive       

Sajaso (Jazz)

Saturday, June 25

Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street 

Encanto (PG)

CJ Baker and “September” (Earth Wind & Fire Tribute)
Saturday, July 9

Rock Quarry Park, 701 Stadium Drive    

CJ Baker and “September” (Earth Wind & Fire Tribute)

Saturday, July 23

Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street

Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG)

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DJ Terminator X
Saturday, August 6

Southern Boundaries Park, 100 Third Fork Road

DJ Terminator X & The Sample Supreme (Old Skool/Hip Hop)

Saturday, August 20

Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street 

Love and Basketball (PG-13)

About Durham Parks and Recreation

Durham Parks and Recreation provide opportunities for the Durham community to Play More by connecting our whole community to wellness, the outdoors, and lifelong learning. To learn more about Durham Parks and Recreation, visit us online, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or call (919) 560-4355.