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SUMMARY:Homes for the Holidays: A Hillsborough Gingerbread Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Not Your Mother’s Gingerbread Competition\nHomes 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. \nAll aspiring gingerbread artists and architects are invited to participate and have fun showcasing your creative streak and holiday spirit! \nView the Houses December 7\, 2025 – January 5\, 2026\nVoting open through December 20th\nPeople’s Choice award winners will be announced December 20th at the Solstice Lantern Walk
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/homes-for-the-holidays-a-hillsborough-gingerbread-tradition/
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SUMMARY:FeST
DESCRIPTION:Each year St. Matthews Episcopal Church celebrates the many talents of our parishioners at our holiday craft fair\, bake sale\, and BBQ lunch known as the Festival of the Society Tree (FeST). FeST 2026 will be on Saturday\, December 6th from 10am- 2p at St. Matthews Episcopal Church. This event is named in honor of the efforts of the ladies sewing society who in 1867 used what was then a novelty\, the Christmas tree\, as a way to sell their wonderful handiwork in the community. The Society raised funds for much of the architectural additions and furnishing that still grace our historic church building. Today all proceeds from FeST go to help people in need in Orange and Durham counties through donations to local non-profit organizations. Please come shop for holiday gifts\, fill your table with delicious baked goods\, sit down at the table with us to enjoy a BBQ lunch\, and tour our historic church sanctuary.  All are welcome!
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/fest/
LOCATION:St Matthew’s Episcopal Church\, 210 St. Mary's Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
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SUMMARY:FeST- Festival of the Society Tree
DESCRIPTION:Each year St. Matthews Episcopal Church celebrates the many talents of our parishioners at our holiday craft fair\, bake sale\, and BBQ lunch known as the Festival of the Society Tree (FeST). FeST 2026 will be on Saturday\, December 6th from 10am- 2p at St. Matthews Episcopal Church. This event is named in honor of the efforts of the ladies sewing society who in 1867 used what was then a novelty\, the Christmas tree\, as a way to sell their wonderful handiwork in the community. The Society raised funds for much of the architectural additions and furnishing that still grace our historic church building. Today all proceeds from FeST go to help people in need in Orange and Durham counties through donations to local non-profit organizations. Please come shop for holiday gifts\, fill your table with delicious baked goods\, sit down at the table with us to enjoy a BBQ lunch\, and tour our historic church sanctuary.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/fest-festival-of-the-society-tree/
LOCATION:St Matthew’s Episcopal Church\, 210 St. Mary's Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saturday Slowdown at RambleRill Farm: Holiday Market and Open Farm Day
DESCRIPTION:Show your love for local this holiday season. Find gifts galore\, farm-fresh food\, live music\, and fun for kids and families at this weekend’s Holiday Market and Open Farm Day at RambleRill Farm.  Shop local makers\, bakers\, and growers; enjoy live music; visit the goats; bring a picnic; walk in the woods. Kids and families: don’t miss the Open House and Play Date from 10am-noon with the Longleaf Forest School that we host on the farm (bird feeder making and field games).  Slowdown with us! 10am-2pm\, Saturday\, 11.6.25\, 913 Arthur Minnis Road\, Hillsborough\, NC. Free admission.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/saturday-slowdown-at-ramblerill-farm-holiday-market-and-open-farm-day/
LOCATION:Ramble Rill Farm\, 913 Arthur Minnis Road\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Family,Free,Live Music,Shopping
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SUMMARY:The Art of Giving
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts present their annual holiday show\, The Art of Giving\, from November 11th through December 31st with an Opening Reception on November 28th from 6 – 9pm. \nEach holiday season the members of the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts transform the gallery to showcase original holiday ornaments and hand-made gifts. The gallery’s 21 members work in a variety of media\, providing a wide array of fine art and fine craft for holiday shoppers. The glass art includes hand-blown and kiln-formed vessels\, ornaments\, hummingbird feeders and paperweights. The jewelry in the show covers a variety of styles and techniques\, from copper and bronze to sterling and fine silver necklaces\, earrings\, bracelets and rings\, some with gold accents and stones. Visitors will also find metal sculpture\, figurative sculpture\, turned wood\, pottery\, and hand-made furniture. Oil\, watercolor\, and acrylic paintings\, scratchboard\, collage and mixed media work festively surround the three-dimensional pieces on pedestals. \nHoliday ornaments and other decorations are an annual specialty. \n\nArtist Lynn Wartski has created one-of-a-kind felted wool ornaments made with quilt batting and colored wool which she needle-felts to achieve the desired shape and fullness.\nFurniture maker Pete Rodrigues made ornaments by cutting thin slices of hardwood\, filling voids in the wood with transparent colored epoxy.\nPainter Chris Graebner creates small scratchboard ornaments. Each ornament is different\, and each is an original piece of art.\nPotter Evelyn Ward has created hand-built\, raku-fired bird ornaments in many sizes and colors. She also has adorable ceramic ladybugs.\nArtist Jude Lobe has created more of her southwestern themed shaman ornaments as thoughtful holiday gifts.\nPainter Ellie Reinhold has returned with her unique lotus pod ornaments for the holiday season.\nArtist Sally Terrell has created framed mini scratchboards\, which can hang either on the wall or a tree.\nAs always\, glassblower Pringle Teetor has made beautiful blown-glass balls in many colors\, patterns and textures. Her new design this year is a Sugar Plum!\nGlass artist Mark Kinsella has created snowflakes\, stars\, icicles\, glass Christmas trees and glass stockings.\n\nCome in and explore all the original art on display at the Hillsborough Gallery of Arts and find a perfect gift for that special person. \nThe Art of Giving runs from November 11th through December 31st with a reception during Hillsborough’s Last Fridays Art Walk on Friday\, November 28th from 6-9pm. \nAbout the Gallery\nThe Hillsborough Gallery of Arts is owned and operated by 21 local artists and represents these established artists exhibiting contemporary fine art and fine craft. The gallery’s offerings include watercolor\, oil and acrylic paintings\, metal and figurative sculpture\, photography\, ceramics\, scratchboard\, turned wood\, jewelry\, glass arts\, metals\, encaustic\, enamel\, and handcrafted furniture. 121 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC 27278. Phone: (919) 732-5001. The gallery’s hours are 10am-6pm Monday – Saturday\, 12-4pm on Sunday. More information can be found on the HGA website: http://www.HillsboroughGallery.com
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/the-art-of-giving/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Art
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SUMMARY:Big Spoon Roasters Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Spoon Roasters at our HQ & Roastery to create custom gift sets\, sample our entire lineup of nut butters and bars (including LTD Batches Gingerbread Crunch\, Linzer Cookie\, and Sugar Plum)\, and find the perfect holiday gift for anyone on your list. \nParking is available on-site\, with overflow parking available nearby at Joe Van Gogh (505 Meadowlands Drive). This event is FREE and open to the public.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/big-spoon-roasters-holiday-market/
LOCATION:Big Spoon Roasters\, 500 Meadowlands Dr\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gathering Community\, a group show featuring local artists
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate community with work from 16 local artists depicting what draws us together and binds us\, and the strength that community brings. \nParticipating artists are Ruth Ananda\, Therese Desjardins\, Ari Ferro\, Deborah Hoch\, Beth Hoffman\, Jeannette Johnson\, David Knox\, Kylie Mangal\, Jeff McEntire\, Jennifer Niemiroski\, Michael Pohlman\, Jacqueline Rimmler\, Leslie Sinn\, Ann Spragens\, Bernard Thomas\, and Darlene Wells. \nShow runs November 26 through January 25\, with a opening reception during the Last Friday Art Walk November 28 from 6-9 pm.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/gathering-community-a-group-show-featuring-local-artists/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Margaret Lane Gallery\, 121 West Margaret Lane\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dewey's Bakery Holiday Store benefiting the Orange High School Band
DESCRIPTION:🎶 Support the Orange High School Band! 🎶 \nThe OHS Band Dewey’s Fundraising Store is now open! 🥁🍪 \nStop by and stock up on your favorite Moravian Cookies\, Sugar Cakes\, and more — all while supporting our amazing Orange High School Band students. Every purchase helps fund instruments\, uniforms\, competitions\, and travel opportunities for our talented musicians! 🎺🎷 \n✨ Treat yourself AND support the arts — it’s a win-win! ✨ \n📍 Location: 200 North Churton Street\, Hillsborough (Located above the Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce)🕒 Hours: Open Daily through December 24th: Weekdays 1-7PM\, Saturday 10-7PM\, Sunday 11-5PM \nThank you for helping us keep the music playing at Orange High! 🧡
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/deweys-bakery-holiday-store-benefiting-the-orange-high-school-band/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce\, 200 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Jingle & Joy Weekend
DESCRIPTION: Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend | December 6–7\, 2025 Hillsborough invites you to unwrap the magic of the season during our Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend! This festive two-day celebration is packed with cheer for all ages.\n\n SATURDAY\, DECEMBER 6Kick off the holiday fun at the Hillsborough Visitor Center with Photos with Santa\, Reading with Mrs. Claus (3:00 PM)\, Photos with Santa (3:15 – 4:45 PM)\, a Multicultural Holidays Fair\, and Games at the North Pole! Enjoy free yard games and crafts\, plus delicious treats for sale — including cocoa\, baked goods\, and gluten-free options.\nLearn about the variety of holidays celebrated in Hillsborough with Kol Haskala and Diamante Arts and Cultural Center while you sip and snack on treats from PORCH and Oat & Co.\n\n Photos with Santa begin around 3:15 PM. Please note that the line for Santa photos will close at 4:45 PM.\nAt 5:00 PM\, join the music with the Color and Light Community Choir in a group procession to the Historic Orange County Courthouse for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony\, where we’ll light up downtown with holiday spirit!\n\n Tinsel & Traditions Home Tour | 3–8 PMStep inside Hillsborough’s history with this reimagined take on the beloved Candlelight Home Tours. Visit six homes\, each representing a different time period\, all within the town’s historic district.\n\nPlease note: All tour stops are private residences with limited accessibility. Most feature only the first floor and may require walking up a few front steps.\n\n SUNDAY\, DECEMBER 7End the weekend with one of Hillsborough’s favorite traditions — the Holiday Parade\, filled with floats\, music\, and merry surprises for the whole family!Kick off with the afternoon with the Running of the Elves at 4:00 PM and watch the floats go by starting at 4:20 PM.\n Tickets are required only for the Tinsel & Traditions Home Tour.All other events are free and open to the public.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/jingle-joy-weekend/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Hillsborough Visitors Center\, 150 E King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Festival,Food/Drink,Free,Holidays,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Tinsel & Traditions Home Tours
DESCRIPTION: Tinsel & Traditions Home Tour | 3–8 PMStep inside Hillsborough’s history with this reimagined take on the beloved Candlelight Home Tours. Visit six homes\, each representing a different time period\, all within the town’s historic district.\n\nPlease note: All tour stops are private residences with limited accessibility. Most feature only the first floor and may require walking up a few front steps.\n\n Ticketed event — $25 per person; kids 12 & under free. Purchase tickets HERE. Ticket sales end at 7:00 PM on December 6. Check-in at the Alexander Dickson House before beginning your tour. Special thanks to the Hillsborough Garden Club for providing festive outdoor decorations.\n\nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tinsel-and-traditions-home-tour
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/tinsel-traditions-home-tours/
LOCATION:Hillsborough Visitors Center\, 150 E King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
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