The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge

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The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge

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A new neighborhood bar for everybody, with good drinks, strong vibes, and velvet hippos.

11/07/2026

Coming in with big 🍁November Energy🍁…So many fun ways to get into the deep fall spirit! Your favorite weekly and monthly events, plus our annual Pre-Thanksgiving Dance Party with Jorden.the.dj and holiday decorations coming your way! 🌲🌲🌲

11/07/2026

APS of Durham is hosting the official after party for their annual holiday benefit with us tonight! 🐕🐈 You can support their mission by enjoying a delightful Soul Dog Spritz — 50% of the proceeds go to APS all day! 🥥🍋‍🟩RumHaven coconut rum, coconut cream, prosecco, lime, and a splash of soda. Come vibe with Jorden.the.dj on the dance floor with one of these in your hand tonight 🤍🤍🤍

11/02/2026

Thank you for an amazing HALLOWEEKEND, Durham! 💀🪩🍹Y’all showed up BIG for the costume contest on Friday and our blacklight party on Saturday. Special should out to our amazing team behind the bar, on the floor, and in the kitchen for dressing up and doing the damn thing all weekend long. And thank you Jorden.the.dj and Califonza Thompson for providing the soundtrack for a damn good time! 💃🏽🕺🏽What were some of your fave costumes this year?

10/30/2026

The team is ready to judge your costumes tonight! 👻🦄 Be in the building by 11pm at the latest to make sure we’ve seen ya! The staff will pick their top 3 faves to call up to the front, and the winner will be decided by a round of applause around 11:30 👏 Dance party with Jorden.the.dj 9:30-1:30, Halloween Jell-O shots, Spicy Mango Margs on special, and more! We can’t wait to see you 👀

10/24/2026

This Monday! 🕯️✨ Astral Tequila invites you to celebrate the season of the witch with an enchanted evening that features a Practical Magic 2 watch party, special giveaways, a tarot reader, and Astral margarita specials (think spicy mango and coconut lime!). Free to attend, 21+ as always. Tag your witchy friend below! 🧹

10/24/2026

Can we all just take a moment for this grumpy little monster mango that incredibly talented barback RaeAnne Noel brought into our lives last night? 🥭 We are obsessed…10/10 would do anything for him.

10/23/2026

We are READY for this weekend! 🪩🍹🐕🦄 Will we see you on the dance floor or out on the roof deck?? Swipe for deets ➡️

FRIDAY: Night Shift with DJ Nar!
SATURDAY: Dance Party with Jorden The DJ!
SUNDAY: Pitbulls in Pajamas fundraiser & adoptables!
LATER SUNDAY: Recovery Tea Dance 1st Anniversary!

10/21/2026

Velvet Rewind R&B Nights continue tonight with Jorden.the.dj! Every Wednesday 6-9pm, come enjoy smooth grooves, chill vibes, and throwback drink specials like Midori Sours and Appletinis 🍈🍏. No cover, 21+ only. See you tonight!

Address

119 Orange Street
Durham, NC
27701

Telephone

+19192944447

Website

http://www.velvethippodurham.com/

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