From the pounding of the drums to the grace of melodic dancing, the processional Thursday afternoon through EnoFest represented all the beloved gathering has to offer.
“We come every year for the July 4th celebration, and we really enjoy it,” said Janna Joyner.
The Eno River Association has presented the Festival of the Eno since 1980, drawing in large crowds from across the area.
“It’s a very calm atmosphere. I’m a therapist, so I greatly value opportunities where I can actually be calm as well. My daughter loves to come out here and listen to the music and watch the dancers and likes to visit the vendors as well. It’s a great time,” said Tonya Armstrong.
The event included live music across four stages, food trucks, retail vendors, and various other offerings.
“I’m a native Durhamite, so anything that promotes the positive things going on here is a great advertisement to the rest of our area. I’m just glad that we’re able to profile the great offerings that we have here in Durham. So I was glad I didn’t have to even leave Durham today,” said Armstrong.