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It's December, which means it's... Moravian Sugar Cake season!
Orange High School is running a local Dewey's Bakery pop-up to raise funds for the Orange High School Band!
Grab your Moravian cookies, cakes & more before it's too late!
Pop-up runs through 12/24!
200 N. Churton St, Hillsborough,
Orange High School is running a local Dewey's Bakery pop-up to raise funds for the Orange High School Band!
Grab your Moravian cookies, cakes & more before it's too late!
Pop-up runs through 12/24!
200 N. Churton St, Hillsborough,
December 2, 2025 at 9:49 PM
It's December, which means it's... Moravian Sugar Cake season!
Orange High School is running a local Dewey's Bakery pop-up to raise funds for the Orange High School Band!
Grab your Moravian cookies, cakes & more before it's too late!
Pop-up runs through 12/24!
200 N. Churton St, Hillsborough,
Orange High School is running a local Dewey's Bakery pop-up to raise funds for the Orange High School Band!
Grab your Moravian cookies, cakes & more before it's too late!
Pop-up runs through 12/24!
200 N. Churton St, Hillsborough,
OPEN CALL FOR ART!
It's peel Gallery's annual End-of-the-year Group Show "a*peeling!" & the 5 year anniversary of peel!
Submit "peel" themed artwork by 12/7 to be a part of the upcoming celebration!
The exhibit will be displayed 12/10 - 1/4
Opening reception on 12/12 during the 2nd Friday art walk
It's peel Gallery's annual End-of-the-year Group Show "a*peeling!" & the 5 year anniversary of peel!
Submit "peel" themed artwork by 12/7 to be a part of the upcoming celebration!
The exhibit will be displayed 12/10 - 1/4
Opening reception on 12/12 during the 2nd Friday art walk
November 25, 2025 at 2:16 PM
OPEN CALL FOR ART!
It's peel Gallery's annual End-of-the-year Group Show "a*peeling!" & the 5 year anniversary of peel!
Submit "peel" themed artwork by 12/7 to be a part of the upcoming celebration!
The exhibit will be displayed 12/10 - 1/4
Opening reception on 12/12 during the 2nd Friday art walk
It's peel Gallery's annual End-of-the-year Group Show "a*peeling!" & the 5 year anniversary of peel!
Submit "peel" themed artwork by 12/7 to be a part of the upcoming celebration!
The exhibit will be displayed 12/10 - 1/4
Opening reception on 12/12 during the 2nd Friday art walk
Donate a toy & get a free picture with Santa!
The Orange County Department of Social Services is hosting a toy drive for their annual toy distribution event "The Toy Chest."
Together, we build a stronger, more connected community.
Nov 22, 2025 | 10am - 3pm | 501 Hampton Pointe, Hillsborough, NC
The Orange County Department of Social Services is hosting a toy drive for their annual toy distribution event "The Toy Chest."
Together, we build a stronger, more connected community.
Nov 22, 2025 | 10am - 3pm | 501 Hampton Pointe, Hillsborough, NC
November 14, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Donate a toy & get a free picture with Santa!
The Orange County Department of Social Services is hosting a toy drive for their annual toy distribution event "The Toy Chest."
Together, we build a stronger, more connected community.
Nov 22, 2025 | 10am - 3pm | 501 Hampton Pointe, Hillsborough, NC
The Orange County Department of Social Services is hosting a toy drive for their annual toy distribution event "The Toy Chest."
Together, we build a stronger, more connected community.
Nov 22, 2025 | 10am - 3pm | 501 Hampton Pointe, Hillsborough, NC
Celebrate the winter solstice with community & excitement for a better tomorrow. Together, we light our collective path toward warmer, brighter days ahead.
Registration opens today for Hillsborough's Annual Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec. 20, 2025
www.hillsboroughartscouncil.org/solstice
Registration opens today for Hillsborough's Annual Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec. 20, 2025
www.hillsboroughartscouncil.org/solstice
November 5, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Celebrate the winter solstice with community & excitement for a better tomorrow. Together, we light our collective path toward warmer, brighter days ahead.
Registration opens today for Hillsborough's Annual Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec. 20, 2025
www.hillsboroughartscouncil.org/solstice
Registration opens today for Hillsborough's Annual Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec. 20, 2025
www.hillsboroughartscouncil.org/solstice
🍌ATTENTION BANANA BALL FANS!!🍌
Today is the LAST day to sign up for the Banana Ball lottery! Make sure to get your names in for a chance to snag some tickets for their 2026 season!
Today is the LAST day to sign up for the Banana Ball lottery! Make sure to get your names in for a chance to snag some tickets for their 2026 season!
October 31, 2025 at 3:25 PM
🍌ATTENTION BANANA BALL FANS!!🍌
Today is the LAST day to sign up for the Banana Ball lottery! Make sure to get your names in for a chance to snag some tickets for their 2026 season!
Today is the LAST day to sign up for the Banana Ball lottery! Make sure to get your names in for a chance to snag some tickets for their 2026 season!
"Unhinged & unmissable" | “One of the most frenetically uproarious shows you will ever experience.”
Four Performers on Four Treadmills… A Delusional and Physical Celebration of our Struggle to Establish Boundaries in Life.
Catch Pony Cam's enthusiasm at The Carolina Performing Arts 10/28 & 10/29!
Four Performers on Four Treadmills… A Delusional and Physical Celebration of our Struggle to Establish Boundaries in Life.
Catch Pony Cam's enthusiasm at The Carolina Performing Arts 10/28 & 10/29!
October 27, 2025 at 4:43 PM
"Unhinged & unmissable" | “One of the most frenetically uproarious shows you will ever experience.”
Four Performers on Four Treadmills… A Delusional and Physical Celebration of our Struggle to Establish Boundaries in Life.
Catch Pony Cam's enthusiasm at The Carolina Performing Arts 10/28 & 10/29!
Four Performers on Four Treadmills… A Delusional and Physical Celebration of our Struggle to Establish Boundaries in Life.
Catch Pony Cam's enthusiasm at The Carolina Performing Arts 10/28 & 10/29!
Homes for the Holidays returns!
This annual Gingerbread display & contest event is held at participating businesses throughout Hillsborough, to celebrate the creative arts & bring joy to our community!
Registration for the competition opens Nov 1 - 27 & houses will be on display from 12/7 - 1/5.
This annual Gingerbread display & contest event is held at participating businesses throughout Hillsborough, to celebrate the creative arts & bring joy to our community!
Registration for the competition opens Nov 1 - 27 & houses will be on display from 12/7 - 1/5.
October 23, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Homes for the Holidays returns!
This annual Gingerbread display & contest event is held at participating businesses throughout Hillsborough, to celebrate the creative arts & bring joy to our community!
Registration for the competition opens Nov 1 - 27 & houses will be on display from 12/7 - 1/5.
This annual Gingerbread display & contest event is held at participating businesses throughout Hillsborough, to celebrate the creative arts & bring joy to our community!
Registration for the competition opens Nov 1 - 27 & houses will be on display from 12/7 - 1/5.
The S&S&S Festival energized our local park with hundreds here to dance & cheer to top-tier musicians. Smoky bbq, savory chowder, & plenty of local beer flowed to the tune of this celebration!
Thank you, Sonark, Acme, Orange County & all who came out to enjoy a beautiful day at Blackwood Farm Park!
Thank you, Sonark, Acme, Orange County & all who came out to enjoy a beautiful day at Blackwood Farm Park!
October 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM
The S&S&S Festival energized our local park with hundreds here to dance & cheer to top-tier musicians. Smoky bbq, savory chowder, & plenty of local beer flowed to the tune of this celebration!
Thank you, Sonark, Acme, Orange County & all who came out to enjoy a beautiful day at Blackwood Farm Park!
Thank you, Sonark, Acme, Orange County & all who came out to enjoy a beautiful day at Blackwood Farm Park!
Join us at 6 pm on October 18 for our 15th Gala supporting FRANK Gallery’s mission to enrich our community through art.
The silent auction is up & running! This signature fundraising event is well-known for its excitement, spectacular selection of art, and community roots.
new.biddingowl.com/frank
The silent auction is up & running! This signature fundraising event is well-known for its excitement, spectacular selection of art, and community roots.
new.biddingowl.com/frank
October 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Join us at 6 pm on October 18 for our 15th Gala supporting FRANK Gallery’s mission to enrich our community through art.
The silent auction is up & running! This signature fundraising event is well-known for its excitement, spectacular selection of art, and community roots.
new.biddingowl.com/frank
The silent auction is up & running! This signature fundraising event is well-known for its excitement, spectacular selection of art, and community roots.
new.biddingowl.com/frank
SALT & SMOKE & SOUND FESTIVAL is a full-day outdoor celebration of NC's best music & most amazing food, Oct 18.
Enjoy mouthwatering eats from Acme's Kevin Callaghan and other top chefs, plus performances from standout regional artists in the relaxed, family-friendly setting of Blackwood Farm Park!
Enjoy mouthwatering eats from Acme's Kevin Callaghan and other top chefs, plus performances from standout regional artists in the relaxed, family-friendly setting of Blackwood Farm Park!
October 13, 2025 at 5:08 PM
SALT & SMOKE & SOUND FESTIVAL is a full-day outdoor celebration of NC's best music & most amazing food, Oct 18.
Enjoy mouthwatering eats from Acme's Kevin Callaghan and other top chefs, plus performances from standout regional artists in the relaxed, family-friendly setting of Blackwood Farm Park!
Enjoy mouthwatering eats from Acme's Kevin Callaghan and other top chefs, plus performances from standout regional artists in the relaxed, family-friendly setting of Blackwood Farm Park!
October 10, 2025 at 1:36 PM
April is about to be BANANAS!
That's right! The @thesavbananas.bsky.social are coming to Chapel Hill April 11 & 12, 2026!
UNC's Kenan Stadium has been chosen to be a part of the Banana Ball World Tour; the Bananas will be facing off against the Texas Tailgaters in this high energy game!
That's right! The @thesavbananas.bsky.social are coming to Chapel Hill April 11 & 12, 2026!
UNC's Kenan Stadium has been chosen to be a part of the Banana Ball World Tour; the Bananas will be facing off against the Texas Tailgaters in this high energy game!
October 10, 2025 at 1:36 PM
April is about to be BANANAS!
That's right! The @thesavbananas.bsky.social are coming to Chapel Hill April 11 & 12, 2026!
UNC's Kenan Stadium has been chosen to be a part of the Banana Ball World Tour; the Bananas will be facing off against the Texas Tailgaters in this high energy game!
That's right! The @thesavbananas.bsky.social are coming to Chapel Hill April 11 & 12, 2026!
UNC's Kenan Stadium has been chosen to be a part of the Banana Ball World Tour; the Bananas will be facing off against the Texas Tailgaters in this high energy game!
That's right! Orange County's beloved Tarheel Antique Festival is THIS WEEKEND! 2 excellent days of antiques, vendors, appraisals, auctions, entertainment, activities & more!
October 10th & 11th | 9am - 5pm | 226 N Lloyd's Dairy Rd, Efland NC
www.tarheelantiquesfestival.com
October 10th & 11th | 9am - 5pm | 226 N Lloyd's Dairy Rd, Efland NC
www.tarheelantiquesfestival.com
October 7, 2025 at 4:49 PM
That's right! Orange County's beloved Tarheel Antique Festival is THIS WEEKEND! 2 excellent days of antiques, vendors, appraisals, auctions, entertainment, activities & more!
October 10th & 11th | 9am - 5pm | 226 N Lloyd's Dairy Rd, Efland NC
www.tarheelantiquesfestival.com
October 10th & 11th | 9am - 5pm | 226 N Lloyd's Dairy Rd, Efland NC
www.tarheelantiquesfestival.com
Brunches, Franklin Streets' newest brunch spot, is hosting a GRAND OPENING BLOCK PARTY! 🎉
Come hungry because they're serving FREE FOOD ALL DAY LONG!! Don't miss out on this celebration & their delicious plates!
Wednesday 10/01 | 7:30am - 3pm
Come hungry because they're serving FREE FOOD ALL DAY LONG!! Don't miss out on this celebration & their delicious plates!
Wednesday 10/01 | 7:30am - 3pm
September 29, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Brunches, Franklin Streets' newest brunch spot, is hosting a GRAND OPENING BLOCK PARTY! 🎉
Come hungry because they're serving FREE FOOD ALL DAY LONG!! Don't miss out on this celebration & their delicious plates!
Wednesday 10/01 | 7:30am - 3pm
Come hungry because they're serving FREE FOOD ALL DAY LONG!! Don't miss out on this celebration & their delicious plates!
Wednesday 10/01 | 7:30am - 3pm
Save the Date! Saturday October 4th. Shop UNC student handmade items at Perennial Cafe, 401 W Franklin St 11 am - 2pm.
September 26, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Save the Date! Saturday October 4th. Shop UNC student handmade items at Perennial Cafe, 401 W Franklin St 11 am - 2pm.
It's back!
The 9th Annual Paint It Orange Plein Air Paint-Out & Wet Paint Sale!
Join us 10/1-3 in scenic Orange County, NC, to capture the beauty of our towns! Participating artists will paint at sites of their choosing throughout OC & will submit one of their favorite paintings for jurying on 10/3
The 9th Annual Paint It Orange Plein Air Paint-Out & Wet Paint Sale!
Join us 10/1-3 in scenic Orange County, NC, to capture the beauty of our towns! Participating artists will paint at sites of their choosing throughout OC & will submit one of their favorite paintings for jurying on 10/3
September 12, 2025 at 6:50 PM
It's back!
The 9th Annual Paint It Orange Plein Air Paint-Out & Wet Paint Sale!
Join us 10/1-3 in scenic Orange County, NC, to capture the beauty of our towns! Participating artists will paint at sites of their choosing throughout OC & will submit one of their favorite paintings for jurying on 10/3
The 9th Annual Paint It Orange Plein Air Paint-Out & Wet Paint Sale!
Join us 10/1-3 in scenic Orange County, NC, to capture the beauty of our towns! Participating artists will paint at sites of their choosing throughout OC & will submit one of their favorite paintings for jurying on 10/3
Congratulations to the winners of 2025's UPROAR!!
$10,000 Juror 1st place award:
"Swimming in an Ocean of Air" by Mike Roig
$10,000 People Choice Winner:
"Tiny Houses in the Big Woods" by Damien Hoffman
$10,000 Juror 1st place award:
"Swimming in an Ocean of Air" by Mike Roig
$10,000 People Choice Winner:
"Tiny Houses in the Big Woods" by Damien Hoffman
August 28, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Congratulations to the winners of 2025's UPROAR!!
$10,000 Juror 1st place award:
"Swimming in an Ocean of Air" by Mike Roig
$10,000 People Choice Winner:
"Tiny Houses in the Big Woods" by Damien Hoffman
$10,000 Juror 1st place award:
"Swimming in an Ocean of Air" by Mike Roig
$10,000 People Choice Winner:
"Tiny Houses in the Big Woods" by Damien Hoffman
The Orange County Arts Commission (OCAC) presents the "Common Good Mutual Aid Auction"
From 8/15 - 9/22 a gallery of donated works will be on display & up for auction at the ArtsCenter in Carrboro. 80% of proceeds go to benefiting displaced artists of Orange County after Tropical Storm Chantal.
From 8/15 - 9/22 a gallery of donated works will be on display & up for auction at the ArtsCenter in Carrboro. 80% of proceeds go to benefiting displaced artists of Orange County after Tropical Storm Chantal.
August 14, 2025 at 6:48 PM
The Orange County Arts Commission (OCAC) presents the "Common Good Mutual Aid Auction"
From 8/15 - 9/22 a gallery of donated works will be on display & up for auction at the ArtsCenter in Carrboro. 80% of proceeds go to benefiting displaced artists of Orange County after Tropical Storm Chantal.
From 8/15 - 9/22 a gallery of donated works will be on display & up for auction at the ArtsCenter in Carrboro. 80% of proceeds go to benefiting displaced artists of Orange County after Tropical Storm Chantal.
UPROAR IS ON!!
Stop by an official Uproar Welcome Center to start your festival journey! #UproarFestNC
Stop by an official Uproar Welcome Center to start your festival journey! #UproarFestNC
August 1, 2025 at 2:55 PM
UPROAR IS ON!!
Stop by an official Uproar Welcome Center to start your festival journey! #UproarFestNC
Stop by an official Uproar Welcome Center to start your festival journey! #UproarFestNC
UPROAR Festival of Public Art is looking for volunteers to help make 2025's #uproarfestnc a massive success!
Volunteer tasks include assisting with art installations, distributing promotional materials, greeting festival goers in the Welcome Center, and more!
uproarfestnc.com/volunteer
Volunteer tasks include assisting with art installations, distributing promotional materials, greeting festival goers in the Welcome Center, and more!
uproarfestnc.com/volunteer
July 23, 2025 at 3:19 PM
UPROAR Festival of Public Art is looking for volunteers to help make 2025's #uproarfestnc a massive success!
Volunteer tasks include assisting with art installations, distributing promotional materials, greeting festival goers in the Welcome Center, and more!
uproarfestnc.com/volunteer
Volunteer tasks include assisting with art installations, distributing promotional materials, greeting festival goers in the Welcome Center, and more!
uproarfestnc.com/volunteer
❤️🧡💛Celebrate Pride every day!💚💙💜
June 24, 2025 at 8:50 PM
❤️🧡💛Celebrate Pride every day!💚💙💜
UNC's Ackland Art Museum presents:
"Phantom Limb: Selected Works by the MFA Claas of 2025"
This gallery features art that examines the ways in which something can be missing for one reason or another; nevertheless, a presence can still be felt.
Honor the MFA of '25 on 03/27 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
"Phantom Limb: Selected Works by the MFA Claas of 2025"
This gallery features art that examines the ways in which something can be missing for one reason or another; nevertheless, a presence can still be felt.
Honor the MFA of '25 on 03/27 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
March 25, 2025 at 6:46 PM
UNC's Ackland Art Museum presents:
"Phantom Limb: Selected Works by the MFA Claas of 2025"
This gallery features art that examines the ways in which something can be missing for one reason or another; nevertheless, a presence can still be felt.
Honor the MFA of '25 on 03/27 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
"Phantom Limb: Selected Works by the MFA Claas of 2025"
This gallery features art that examines the ways in which something can be missing for one reason or another; nevertheless, a presence can still be felt.
Honor the MFA of '25 on 03/27 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
🎉OPEN CALL FOR PUBLIC ARTS FESTIVAL 🎉
UPROAR's 3rd year will be happening this August in Orange County, NC & they're seeking amazing artists to showcase!
Folks from all over the south are invited to participate via entry or a visit to OC during the festival! We look forward to seeing you there! 🎨🖌️
UPROAR's 3rd year will be happening this August in Orange County, NC & they're seeking amazing artists to showcase!
Folks from all over the south are invited to participate via entry or a visit to OC during the festival! We look forward to seeing you there! 🎨🖌️
March 11, 2025 at 2:52 PM
🎉OPEN CALL FOR PUBLIC ARTS FESTIVAL 🎉
UPROAR's 3rd year will be happening this August in Orange County, NC & they're seeking amazing artists to showcase!
Folks from all over the south are invited to participate via entry or a visit to OC during the festival! We look forward to seeing you there! 🎨🖌️
UPROAR's 3rd year will be happening this August in Orange County, NC & they're seeking amazing artists to showcase!
Folks from all over the south are invited to participate via entry or a visit to OC during the festival! We look forward to seeing you there! 🎨🖌️
Carrboro's Speakeasy Queer Comedy Cabaret is hosting: Laughs of Love Comedy Showcase!
Sat March 8th 9-11pm! Stick around for 2 drag shows at 11pm & 12am!
Come support the local talent of Chapel Hill & a good cause
#visitchapelhillnc #chapelhill #speakeasycarrboro #dragshow #NCdrag #carrboro #queer
Sat March 8th 9-11pm! Stick around for 2 drag shows at 11pm & 12am!
Come support the local talent of Chapel Hill & a good cause
#visitchapelhillnc #chapelhill #speakeasycarrboro #dragshow #NCdrag #carrboro #queer
March 5, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Carrboro's Speakeasy Queer Comedy Cabaret is hosting: Laughs of Love Comedy Showcase!
Sat March 8th 9-11pm! Stick around for 2 drag shows at 11pm & 12am!
Come support the local talent of Chapel Hill & a good cause
#visitchapelhillnc #chapelhill #speakeasycarrboro #dragshow #NCdrag #carrboro #queer
Sat March 8th 9-11pm! Stick around for 2 drag shows at 11pm & 12am!
Come support the local talent of Chapel Hill & a good cause
#visitchapelhillnc #chapelhill #speakeasycarrboro #dragshow #NCdrag #carrboro #queer
Been thinking about how to have a memorable Valentine's Day weekend?
Feb. 15th, 7pm to midnight at The Story Venue Franklin Street: you'll enjoy a delicious buffet dinner provided by Med Deli, libations, + a live auction. Plus, a DJ will have you dancing to the soundtrack of a joy-filled night!
Feb. 15th, 7pm to midnight at The Story Venue Franklin Street: you'll enjoy a delicious buffet dinner provided by Med Deli, libations, + a live auction. Plus, a DJ will have you dancing to the soundtrack of a joy-filled night!
January 27, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Been thinking about how to have a memorable Valentine's Day weekend?
Feb. 15th, 7pm to midnight at The Story Venue Franklin Street: you'll enjoy a delicious buffet dinner provided by Med Deli, libations, + a live auction. Plus, a DJ will have you dancing to the soundtrack of a joy-filled night!
Feb. 15th, 7pm to midnight at The Story Venue Franklin Street: you'll enjoy a delicious buffet dinner provided by Med Deli, libations, + a live auction. Plus, a DJ will have you dancing to the soundtrack of a joy-filled night!