Visit Hillsborough, North Carolina. The perfect weekend getaway. The Perfect day trip. Visit Hillsborough, a Unique southern town. Founded more than 250 years ago. Explore over 100 historic homes and structures. Take in the beautiful, historic architecture. Stroll on the scenic Riverwalk greenway. Hike to the top of Occoneechee Mountain. (Hillsborough is) A haven for artists and writers. Unique shops and restaurants you can’t find anywhere else. Great food, great beer, great people. The perfect weekend getaway (or) escape. Explore for the day, or extend your stay. Delicious (and/or) award winning, locally owned pubs and restaurants. America’s little literary town. America’s coolest small town. No ordinary small southern town. The (or) A Small town with BIG History. Variations: It’s just a stone’s throw; A charming southern getaway. It’s just a stone’s throw to a charming, southern getaway on the banks of the Eno River.
What are your weekend plans??
Maybe an Acrylic Painting class @ocncarts
Or shopping @enoriverfarmersmarket
Perhaps a stroll through Hillsborough`s historic past with a tour with @ayrmount @classicalamericanhomes or @historichillsborough
How about a pancake breakfast with the Hillsborough Rotary Club.
Shop, dine, explore this weekend in Hillsborough!
#visithillsboroughnc #visitnc
Features in photo: @dwellhillsborough @antoniashillsborough
May 19
Blackwood Farm Park officially ReOpens May 19th!!! With it`s 152 acres of preserved fields, forests, and buildings, this historic farmstead depicts the county`s agricultural heritage from the 1820s up until the 1950s. Visitors can now enjoy a new amphitheater, picnic shelter, bathrooms, a park office, and improved parking.
Join for the grand reopening and ribbon cutting ceremony at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 19th.
May 18
Hike - Bike - Fish - Kayak Hillsborough!
Our parks and trails have something to offer for everyone. Take a stroll on the River Walk, fish at the bottom of the Occoneechee Mountain. Whatever your outdoor hobby, visit Hillsborough!
EDIT: Occoneechee Speedway is pedestrian only! **
Explore more at www.visithillsboroughnc.com
May 11
The Hillsborough Garden Tour 2023 is this weekend! The Hillsborough Garden Club proudly presents 13 gorgeous gardens for you to explore! Some of the gardens are free flowing masses of beautiful flowers, shrubs and trees. All of the gardens are hidden gems!
Purchase your tickets at HillsboroughGardenClubNC.org.
May 4
A Piedmont Showpiece - Tour the home and grounds of Ayr Mount. The 1815 federal, masonry edifice was the first of its kind in this once bustling trade town.
Home Tours are offered multiple times, Thursday through Saturday (April-November). Tickets are $10 per person and must be purchased through the Ayr Mount website prior to the tour.
Learn more at www.classicalamericanhomes.org
Apr 26
** River Park Concert Returns Next Weekend!!**
Calling all music lovers! One stage, four bands, and a guaranteed good time. River Park Concert is a free event for all! Craft vendors, food trucks, local beer, and a live mural painting - It`s a full day of fun and festivities.
Join us at River Park on Saturday, April 29th starting at 12:00 p.m.
Hosted by @trianglemusicalliance and @whupfm
Apr 20
We got that summer sunshine today ☀️
Check out what`s happening in Hillsborough this weekend...
- Noir at the Bar @yonderbarnc (releasing their second volume of Dark Yonder)
- Historic Hillsborough Walking tours hosted by @historichillsborough
- Live music @nashstreettavern
-Spring hat show @carlisleandlinny
- Treasure Hunters Exhibit @orangehistorync
-Farmers Market @enoriverfarmersmarket
- Home Tours @ayrmount by @classicalamericanhomes
The list is long so head over to our website to see all events or follow along in our stories!
Photo of the beautiful @thecolonialinn1759 for looks 😍
Apr 13
@houseatgatewood Supper Club & Event venue nestled in the outskirts of downtown Hillsborough.
"The House at Gatewood is a renovated 1940s home with a mix of historic and modern so you and your guests can feel at home and at the same time feel like you have never been anywhere like it. Celebrate your next life event: birthday, anniversary, engagement, graduation, wedding, Bar Mitzvah, family reunion, baby shower, retirement, and more with us! Bring your business colleagues together for a full day of meetings and enjoy our comfortable space among 16 acres."
Photos by @houseatgatewood
Apr 4
Last Fridays & The Art Walk - happening Friday March 31st!
@hillsborougharts takes over downtown Hillsborough to celebrate all things art! Explore 20+ venues including galleries, live music, poets, @living_arts_collective drum circle, family activities, and more.
Find more details @hillsborougharts!
Photo Credit: @thedigitalbutler @greenrabbit_photography
Mar 29
Dwell ♥️ Locally owned and family operated, this home & life shop is located in historic downtown! @dwellhillsborough
What began as a dream became a real-life adventure for the Cecil family, who opened the one-of-a-kind store in late 2022. Their thoughtfully curated blend of new and vintage items might be just what your home is looking for! And don`t forget the unique kid`s items.
Located at 107 N Churton.
Mar 17
The Colonial Inn ❤️ offering historical elegance for your next event!
The Inn has been a gathering place for those near and far for centuries. After being closed for nearly 20 years and extensive preservation work, the Inn reopened to the public in 2020. A special place to many, the Inn invites all to enjoy its luxury rooms, fine dining, and unique event spaces.
It’s also the perfect place for Sunday brunch 😉
@thecolonialinn1759
Mar 8
