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❄️Crumbing Soon... Homes for the Holidays; a Hillsborough Gingerbread Tradition.
Not Your Mother`s Gingerbread Competition:
Homes for the Holidays is an annual event held at participating businesses throughout Hillsborough, NC to celebrate the creative arts and bring joy to our community this holiday season.
Although it`s a contest, the goal is to spread joy, create a festive atmosphere...and add to your shopping experience as you explore gift options for friends and family.
All aspiring gingerbread artists and architects are invited to participate and have fun showcasing your creative streak and holiday spirit!
📣 Registration is OPEN: Check out more details & sign up @hillsborough.chamber
We thank @hillsboroughregroup , the dedicated volunteers, and participating businesses for all they do to host this event!
Nov 4
Another merchant trick or treat and @hillsborougharts spook-tacular Last Fridays & art walk complete!! 👻 This event is one of our all-time favorites!
Thanks to all the businesses that participated, vendors who joined, and attendees! The costumes were epic! 🎃
Credit 📸: @copperkeyphotonc
Oct 29
👋🏻 Ending October with a weekend full of art, spooky fun, and more! Check it out 👉🏻
🎨 Paint and Sip Thursday 24th @ocncarts
🎃 Merchant Trick Or Treat downtown Hillsborough Friday 25th hosted by @hillsborough.chamber
🎨 Last Fridays & Art Walk hosted by @hillsborougharts
👻 OC Feargrounds & Hay rides 25th & 26th
🎃 Burwell Halloween Friday 25th hosted by @burwellschoolhistoricsite
🤠 Square Dancing Friday 25th @botanistandbarrel
🎨 Horror Art Show Saturday 26th @studio71nc
💍Trunk Show Sunday 27th @carlisleandlinny
😂 The Sunday Show with @jeremy.alder Sunday 27th hosted by @yonderbarnc
And so much more! Check out our highlights or visit our community calendar.
📸 Credit @hillsborougharts
Oct 24
Hillsborough is ready for a spook-tacular event that will have businesses and trick-or-treaters buzzing with excitement! Read more about this year`s Hillsborough`s Merchant Trick-Or-Treat fun! 🔗 In bio! The fun is from 3pm-6pm Friday October 25th and part of @hillsborougharts Last Fridays.
Oct 22
The chill is in the air, and spooky season is here! 🎃🍂 Embrace the festive fun with these exciting upcoming events. From spine-tingling thrills to family-friendly festivities, Hillsborough has got something for everyone.
👻Spirits` Tours October 18th & 19th: Hosted by @historichillsborough and @orangecommunityplayers
📖Noir at the Bar October 17th, hosted by @yonderbarnc
🎃Halloween at Burwell October 25th 5pm Hosted by @burwellschoolhistoricsite part of @hillsborougharts Last Fridays
🍬Merchant Trick or Treating October 25th 3pm-6pm hosted by @hillsborough.chamber and area businesses - Part of Last Fridays. The map can be found at the link in bio
🏠Mysers House Visit October 26th - Visit @myershousenc for details and tickets
👻Haunted Walking tours of Hillsborough at BACK! Hosted by @hauntedhillsborough - schedule varies throughout the month.
>>> For more details on other fall festivals, spooky excursions, or festive fun check out our community calendar 🔗 in bio
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Oct 15
🎉🍦 NOW OPEN in Downtown Hillsborough! 🍨🎉
Say hello to *The Town Scoop*—our town`s newest spot for all things sweet, cool, and oh-so-delicious! Locally owned and operated, this ice cream shop is the perfect treat for any outing. Come by and grab a scoop of happiness today!
📍 115 West King St
⏰ Tuesday -Saturday 11am-9pm, Sun and Mon 12pm-6pm.
Oct 10
🎉Congratulations to the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation for being honored with the Minnette C. Duffy Landscape Preservation Award by Preservation North Carolina! This prestigious award recognizes their outstanding efforts in developing and preserving the Occaneechi Replica Village site in downtown Hillsborough. This project would not be possible without the overwhelming support of volu@obsn.2002
📍The replica village is located near the Farmers Market Pavillion (140 E Margaret Lane), off the Riverwalk
The award will be presented during a special ceremony at this year`s Preservation NC Conference in Rocky Mount on Wednesday, October 16th. For those who wish to join in on the celebration, tickets for the event can be purchased on the Preservation NC website.
@presnc
@obsn.2002
@historichillsborough
Photo credit: @hillsboroughphotography1
Oct 8
🚴♂️🍂 There’s no better way to kick off October than spending the weekend in Hillsborough! Here’s what’s on the agenda:
🎶 Live music all weekend at Yonder, @ramblerill , and Nash Street Tavern
🎨 First Fridays at @ocncarts starting at 5pm
👻 Haints Misbehaving & Ghost Tours on Friday and Saturday @hauntedhillsborough
⚔️ Hammer of the Scots with @orangehistorync showing Thursday to Saturday
🚴♀️ Tarwheels Bike Fest on Saturday
🌿 Plant Fest with OC Cooperative Extension on Saturday from 9am-2pm
🎃 Witch`s Haunted Barn & Pumpkin Patch at @farmfirefly on Saturday from 11am-7pm
🎻 Moorefields Bluegrass Festival on Saturday from 1-6pm
🖼️ Something to Say art show at @margaretlanegallery all weekend
🏃♂️ Historic Hillsborough Half Marathon on Sunday at 7am
It’s an action-packed weekend you don’t want to miss! Find more details on our VisitHillsborough Calendar!
📷Credit: @Yonder: @yonderbarnc , @missadventuresmusic @nashstreettavern
Oct 2
Art Walk THIS Friday! 🚨Repost from @hillsborougharts 🚨
Art ‘round town! 🎨
Take a tour through historic Hillsborough and immerse yourself in our local art community along the Art Walk, 6-9 PM, on September 27th!
Visit a variety of artist receptions, live music, roaming poets, and family-friendly activities at 23+ participating venues. More info on our website!
✨NEW✨ HAC Sustainer Social: 6-7 PM at Hillsborough Wills & Trusts, a chance to spend quality time mingling with our staff and fellow sustainers alongside an artist reception for Val Martinez. Door Prize will be drawn at 7:30!
Not yet a Sustainer? Come learn more about HAC`s Sustainer Program at Last Friday or on our website, www.hillsboroughartscouncil.org/donate
#lastfridays #artwalk #hillsborougharts #hillsboroughartscouncil #visithillsborough #visithillsboroughnc #supportlocalartists
Sep 26
✨ Fall is here, and Hillsborough is ready to celebrate in style! Get into the festive spirit with a lineup of exciting events:
🧟♂️ October 18-19: Join the @historichillsborough and @orangecommunityplayers for their annual Spirits` Tours.
🛍️ November 16: Shop local at the Holiday Bazaar hosted by @ocncarts
🎅🤶 November 30: Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a special appearance at the @hillsborough.chamber Tree Lighting.
🎄 December 8: Grab your chair for the Holiday Parade!
🏮 December 21: Don`t miss the magical Solstice Lantern Walk along the Riverwalk hosted by @hillsborougharts
Mark your calendars and join us for a season full of festive fun! For more info & events visit www.visithillsboroughnc.com #HillsboroughEvents #FestiveSeason
Sep 25
