BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Visit Hillsborough, NC - ECPv6.15.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Visit Hillsborough, NC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260107 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251113T141209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T202554Z UID:10014500-1761962400-1767664799@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/ LOCATION:NC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-HFTH-Instagram.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013840-1764669600-1764698400@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-02/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T230000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20250508T183023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T183103Z UID:10009371-1764703800-1764716400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-12-02/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/494099527_1336280807905670_2561228841386880794_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251112T160821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192518Z UID:10014378-1764759600-1764784800@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-03/ LOCATION:Margaret Lane Gallery\, 121 West Margaret Lane\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/gathering-community-flier-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Lane Gallery":MAILTO:margaretlanegallery@gmail.com GEO:36.0743007;-79.1002029 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Margaret Lane Gallery 121 West Margaret Lane Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 West Margaret Lane:geo:-79.1002029,36.0743007 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251113T205844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T192157Z UID:10014507-1764766800-1764788400@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-03/ LOCATION:Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce\, 200 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Market-7-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Orange High School Band Boosters":MAILTO:Fundraising @orangehighschoolpantherband.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251203T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20250508T191018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T191018Z UID:10009636-1764788400-1764795600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Music BINGO at Eno River Brewing DESCRIPTION:🎶 Music Bingo at Eno River Brewing\nEvery Wednesday | 7–9 PM | 21+ Only \n📍 Location:\nEno River BrewingLive tunes\, craft brews\, and bingo with a beat! \n🎯 What It Is:\nForget numbers—this is bingo with a musical twist! \n\n\nInstead of numbers\, your bingo card has song titles or artists \n\n\nListen to short clips\, mark your card when you recognize a tune \n\n\n🍻 Why You’ll Love It:\n\n\nGreat beer \n\n\nGood vibes \n\n\nZero pressure to perform—just enjoy the music and play along \n\n\nBring friends or make new ones at the table! \n\n\n🔞 Age Restriction:\nMust be 21+ to attend—don’t forget your ID! URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/music-bingo-at-eno-river-brewing/2025-12-03/ LOCATION:eno river brewing\, 329 Eno Mountain Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/music.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20240108T154832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154832Z UID:10004310-1764878400-1764885600@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-12-04/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kuf-Knotz-and-Christine-Elise.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251006T185225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T185225Z UID:10013161-1765015200-1765029600@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 CATEGORIES:Art,Family,Festival,Food/Drink,Free,Fundraiser,History,Holidays,Kids,religious,Tour GEO:36.0763901;-79.0953294 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Matthew’s Episcopal Church 210 St. Mary's Rd Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=210 St. Mary's Rd:geo:-79.0953294,36.0763901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251002T140437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T140437Z UID:10013154-1765015200-1765029600@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 CATEGORIES:Festival,Food/Drink,Free,Fundraiser,History,Holidays,religious,Shopping,Tour GEO:36.0763901;-79.0953294 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St Matthew’s Episcopal Church 210 St. Mary's Rd Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=210 St. Mary's Rd:geo:-79.0953294,36.0763901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251201T210047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T210047Z UID:10014632-1765015200-1765029600@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Slowdown-flyer-12.6.25.jpg GEO:35.9948567;-79.1258582 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Ramble Rill Farm 913 Arthur Minnis Road Hillsborough NC 27516 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=913 Arthur Minnis Road:geo:-79.1258582,35.9948567 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013841-1765015200-1765044000@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251110T204705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T204705Z UID:10013849-1765018800-1765029600@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/BSR-Holiday-Market-Fliers-2025-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251112T160821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192518Z UID:10014379-1765018800-1765044000@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/gathering-community-flier-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Lane Gallery":MAILTO:margaretlanegallery@gmail.com GEO:36.0743007;-79.1002029 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Margaret Lane Gallery 121 West Margaret Lane Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 West Margaret Lane:geo:-79.1002029,36.0743007 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251113T205844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T192157Z UID:10014508-1765026000-1765047600@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Market-7-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Orange High School Band Boosters":MAILTO:Fundraising @orangehighschoolpantherband.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251103T145758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T162447Z UID:10013821-1765033200-1765044000@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/JJ-Weekend.png ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:officeadmin@hillsboroughchamber.com GEO:36.0750273;-79.0966848 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Visitors Center 150 E King Street Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=150 E King Street:geo:-79.0966848,36.0750273 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251103T145239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T163252Z UID:10013820-1765033200-1765051200@visithillsboroughnc.com 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Tinsel-and-Traditions-3.png GEO:36.0750273;-79.0966848 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Visitors Center 150 E King Street Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=150 E King Street:geo:-79.0966848,36.0750273 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251201T205957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T205957Z UID:10014627-1765094400-1765126800@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Classic Film: Chaplin's "City Lights" DESCRIPTION:The HILLSBOROUGH CLASSIC FILM SOCIETY’s holiday movie this year will be Charlie Chaplin’s “City Lights:” Sunday\, December 7th\, at 2pm.  Please notice the location: this month only\, the film will be shown at the ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY on West Margaret Lane in Hillsborough. \nChaplin made the film in 1931\, resisting the advent of sound just after talkies began to appear. In the essay that accompanied the Criterion restoration of the film\, Gary Giddins called it “an indelible masterwork of cinema\,” and noted that now\, nearly a century after its release\, it seems safe to call it a masterwork of Western civilization as well: \n“City Lights …  represents both a beginning\, in that it has been endlessly imitated\, and an end\, in that it has never been superseded. … Chaplin’s new art was a form of storytelling combining burlesque comedy and dreadful pathos\, each tuned to a pitch so high that the audience is jolted from one physical response to another: laughter and tears\, the two faces of Comedy and–not Tragedy but rather–the melodramatic concession of Pathos …. Familiar territory today\, but …  no one had brought it off before\, and Chaplin–the orphaned music hall clown who became\, through movies\, the most popular comedian the world has ever known–defied his partners warnings that his ambition would cost him his audience.” \nIt didn’t cost him his audience\, of course. Chaplin\, “the orphaned music hall clown\,” became\, through movies\, “the most popular comedian the world has ever known.” \nFrancesca Talenti will introduce the film and lead the discussion afterwards. Francesca is a Professor Emerita of Media Production at UNC-Chapel Hill. She is a filmmaker and animator\, a director and a media designer who has exhibited her work from The Folger and the Guthrie (design\, Hamlet\, Pericles)\, to Sundance\, to PBS National\, by way of Mumbai\, Göteborg\, Casablanca\, and many others. She has won 18 awards and has received numerous grants. She’s led the discussion for us on Vertigo (2019); Top Hat (2022); The Searchers (2023) ; West Side Story (2024); and a Christmas program of Chaplin films back in our second year of operation\, 2019. \nAs always\, the film is open to the public and free\, and the popcorn is free too. If you would like to attend\, please sign up by going to our website\, \,scrolling down to the line “PLEASE REGISTER HERE\,” and clicking on the link. \nAnd\, once again\, please don’t confuse the location: this month only the film will be shown in the Orange County Public Library\, 137 West Margaret Lane in Hillsborough. (A  note for those who are helped by the presence of  subtitles: Since this is taking place in the Library Meeting Room subtitles would be difficult or impossible to see; luckily this is\, by and large\, a silent film.) URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/classic-film-chaplins-city-lights/2025-12-07/1/ LOCATION:Orange County Main Library\, 137 W. Margaret Ln\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screenshot-2025-11-26-at-10.01.59-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Classic Film Society":MAILTO:gcorrado@aol.com GEO:36.0742437;-79.1006122 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=137 W. Margaret Ln:geo:-79.1006122,36.0742437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251201T205957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T205957Z UID:10014628-1765116000-1765126800@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Classic Film: Chaplin's "City Lights" DESCRIPTION:The HILLSBOROUGH CLASSIC FILM SOCIETY’s holiday movie this year will be Charlie Chaplin’s “City Lights:” Sunday\, December 7th\, at 2pm.  Please notice the location: this month only\, the film will be shown at the ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY on West Margaret Lane in Hillsborough. \nChaplin made the film in 1931\, resisting the advent of sound just after talkies began to appear. In the essay that accompanied the Criterion restoration of the film\, Gary Giddins called it “an indelible masterwork of cinema\,” and noted that now\, nearly a century after its release\, it seems safe to call it a masterwork of Western civilization as well: \n“City Lights …  represents both a beginning\, in that it has been endlessly imitated\, and an end\, in that it has never been superseded. … Chaplin’s new art was a form of storytelling combining burlesque comedy and dreadful pathos\, each tuned to a pitch so high that the audience is jolted from one physical response to another: laughter and tears\, the two faces of Comedy and–not Tragedy but rather–the melodramatic concession of Pathos …. Familiar territory today\, but …  no one had brought it off before\, and Chaplin–the orphaned music hall clown who became\, through movies\, the most popular comedian the world has ever known–defied his partners warnings that his ambition would cost him his audience.” \nIt didn’t cost him his audience\, of course. Chaplin\, “the orphaned music hall clown\,” became\, through movies\, “the most popular comedian the world has ever known.” \nFrancesca Talenti will introduce the film and lead the discussion afterwards. Francesca is a Professor Emerita of Media Production at UNC-Chapel Hill. She is a filmmaker and animator\, a director and a media designer who has exhibited her work from The Folger and the Guthrie (design\, Hamlet\, Pericles)\, to Sundance\, to PBS National\, by way of Mumbai\, Göteborg\, Casablanca\, and many others. She has won 18 awards and has received numerous grants. She’s led the discussion for us on Vertigo (2019); Top Hat (2022); The Searchers (2023) ; West Side Story (2024); and a Christmas program of Chaplin films back in our second year of operation\, 2019. \nAs always\, the film is open to the public and free\, and the popcorn is free too. If you would like to attend\, please sign up by going to our website\, \,scrolling down to the line “PLEASE REGISTER HERE\,” and clicking on the link. \nAnd\, once again\, please don’t confuse the location: this month only the film will be shown in the Orange County Public Library\, 137 West Margaret Lane in Hillsborough. (A  note for those who are helped by the presence of  subtitles: Since this is taking place in the Library Meeting Room subtitles would be difficult or impossible to see; luckily this is\, by and large\, a silent film.) URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/classic-film-chaplins-city-lights/2025-12-07/2/ LOCATION:Orange County Main Library\, 137 W. Margaret Ln\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screenshot-2025-11-26-at-10.01.59-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Classic Film Society":MAILTO:gcorrado@aol.com GEO:36.0742437;-79.1006122 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Orange County Main Library 137 W. Margaret Ln Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=137 W. Margaret Ln:geo:-79.1006122,36.0742437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251103T145758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T162447Z UID:10013822-1765123200-1765130400@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-07/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Visitors Center\, 150 E King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Festival,Food/Drink,Free,Holidays,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/JJ-Weekend.png ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:officeadmin@hillsboroughchamber.com GEO:36.0750273;-79.0966848 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Visitors Center 150 E King Street Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=150 E King Street:geo:-79.0966848,36.0750273 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013842-1765274400-1765303200@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-09/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T230000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20250508T183023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T183103Z UID:10009372-1765308600-1765321200@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Open Mic at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Orange County’s BEST ACOUSTIC Open Mic!\n\n🎤 Yonder Open Mic NightEvery Tuesday\, Hillsborough’s coziest living room turns into a showcase of local talent—and you’re invited! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just ready to belt out a tune after a beer\, Yonder’s Open Mic is the place to be. \n🕢 Starts at 7:30 PM with poetry & spoken word\, followed by live music from 8–11ish\, and maybe a late-night jam if the vibe is right. \n🎶 Got something to share? \n\nSign-ups open at 7 PM (in person)\nMusicians: 3 songs or 15 mins\nPoets: 3 poems or 5 mins\nNo drums\, no amps\, no mimes (seriously)\nFirst come\, first-ish served\n\nGrab a cocktail\, cheer on your neighbors\, and maybe even surprise yourself. This isn’t just open mic—it’s open heart\, open ears\, and open tabs. \n📍 Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew \nCheck them out on Facebook. \nLet’s make your Tuesday night anything but typical. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/open-mic-at-yonder/2025-12-09/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/494099527_1336280807905670_2561228841386880794_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251112T160821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192518Z UID:10014380-1765364400-1765389600@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-10/ LOCATION:Margaret Lane Gallery\, 121 West Margaret Lane\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/gathering-community-flier-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Lane Gallery":MAILTO:margaretlanegallery@gmail.com GEO:36.0743007;-79.1002029 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Margaret Lane Gallery 121 West Margaret Lane Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 West Margaret Lane:geo:-79.1002029,36.0743007 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251113T205844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T192157Z UID:10014509-1765371600-1765393200@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-10/ LOCATION:Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce\, 200 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Market-7-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Orange High School Band Boosters":MAILTO:Fundraising @orangehighschoolpantherband.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20250508T191018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T191018Z UID:10009637-1765393200-1765400400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Music BINGO at Eno River Brewing DESCRIPTION:🎶 Music Bingo at Eno River Brewing\nEvery Wednesday | 7–9 PM | 21+ Only \n📍 Location:\nEno River BrewingLive tunes\, craft brews\, and bingo with a beat! \n🎯 What It Is:\nForget numbers—this is bingo with a musical twist! \n\n\nInstead of numbers\, your bingo card has song titles or artists \n\n\nListen to short clips\, mark your card when you recognize a tune \n\n\n🍻 Why You’ll Love It:\n\n\nGreat beer \n\n\nGood vibes \n\n\nZero pressure to perform—just enjoy the music and play along \n\n\nBring friends or make new ones at the table! \n\n\n🔞 Age Restriction:\nMust be 21+ to attend—don’t forget your ID! URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/music-bingo-at-eno-river-brewing/2025-12-10/ LOCATION:eno river brewing\, 329 Eno Mountain Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/music.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20240108T154832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T154832Z UID:10004311-1765483200-1765490400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Thursday Jazz at Yonder DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday from 8-10 Yonder presents live jazz with some amazing local\, and traveling jazz musicians. \nLes Trois Chats \nKatharine Whalen’s JazzSquad \nCrystal Bright and Griffanzo \nTaz Halloween with Griffanzo \nNew Morning Jazz \n\n\n\nKÜF KNOTZ & CHRISTINE ELISE URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/thursday-jazz-at-yonder/2025-12-11/ LOCATION:Yonder: Southern Cocktails & Brew\, 114 W King St\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kuf-Knotz-and-Christine-Elise.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251208T201943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T201943Z UID:10014637-1765616400-1765627200@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Holiday Cheer Market at the Hillsborough Farmer's Market DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with local flavor at the Holiday Cheer Market! From handmade gifts and artisan crafts to fresh produce\, meats\, and baked goods\, the Eno River Farmers Market has everything you need for festive feasts and thoughtful presents. Shoppers can browse stalls filled with holiday treats while sipping hot cider and listening to live music. URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/holiday-cheer-market-at-the-hillsborough-farmers-market/ LOCATION:Eno River Farmers Market Pavillion\, 144 E. Margaret Ln\, Hillsborough\, NC\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-08-151705.png ORGANIZER;CN="Eno River Farmers Market":MAILTO:enoriverfarmersmarket@gmail.com GEO:36.074025;-79.097775 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Eno River Farmers Market Pavillion 144 E. Margaret Ln Hillsborough NC United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=144 E. Margaret Ln:geo:-79.097775,36.074025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251014T182342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T182342Z UID:10013695-1765620000-1765634400@visithillsboroughnc.com SUMMARY:Holiday Open House at Sunshine Lavender Farm DESCRIPTION:☕Fresh baked goodies popping out of the oven for you to nibble with our nearly famous Lavender Hot Chocolate. Win a DOOR PRIZE! \n🎁 SHOP LOCAL. Grown here. Lovingly made. The Lavender Love Shop & Farm Market will be twinkling and sparkling with possibilities. From hostess gifts to stocking stuffers\, for foodies and for all who need to just breathe and relax\, find the farm’s unique collection of soul-soothing\, sweetly scented handcrafted lavender goods for the body\, garden\, gifts\, home and weddings. Discover lots of new and one-of-a-kind items exclusive to the Holiday Open House. Many items are below $20. \n🐓 BREATHE. RELAX. It’s magical here. For 25 years we’ve grown lavender and lovingly made and curated gifts for our Holiday Open House. Many exclaim how much they enjoy the scenic drive to the country. Little traffic! \n🌲 An annual tradition for many. Fun for your girlfriends or a day trip with your partner. Maybe bring your garden or book club pals. \n💜 Did you know that Santa lives here? Bring Fido! Farmer Dale IS SANTA and will be on the farm ready for you and yours to snap outdoor pet photos together. With proceeds benefiting the Animal Protection Society of Caswell County\, well behaved pets on leashes are welcomed to visit the farm for our annual Holiday Open House on Saturday\, December 13 from 10 am – 2 pm. You sure can take your pet for a stroll about the property! Due to Health Department rules\, pets are not permitted in the Farm Market. \n🐶 Bring your pet and a friend to take turns holding the leash so that ya’ll can check out the Lavender Love Shop & Farm Market. Santa will be outside near the Farm Market so nab your camera or phone. First-come\, first served. When you RSVP you’ll decide on the donation level that works best for you. Funds benefit adoptable pooches and kitties in APS Caswell County’s care. The rural animal shelter is just up the road from the farm. \nIf you’d like to relax and stay a while\, there’s some farm seating available. You may wish to bring whatever you need to be comfortable. Wear your farm attire that you won’t mind getting dirty to include closed shoes. Restroom on site. \nSign up for the seasonal Lavender Letters at www.sunshinelavenderfarm.com and be the first to receive event updates and farm news. \nCome to breathe in the lavender and relax. Thanks for considering stopping by! ☀️💜🌲 \nThe Baggett Family \nDale\, Annie\, Abigail\, Sylvie + our crew of enthusiastic lavender ambassadors! URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/holiday-open-house-at-sunshine-lavender-farm/ LOCATION:Sunshine Lavender Farm\, 4104 Millstone Rd\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Agritourism,Holidays,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/401794367_728285326006086_5001190116509983110_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251107T195425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T195425Z UID:10013843-1765620000-1765648800@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-13/ LOCATION:Hillsborough Gallery of Arts\, 121 N. Churton St.\, Hillsborough\, 27278 CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lynn-Wartski-Ski-Bear.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hillsborough Gallery of Arts":MAILTO:publicity@hillsboroughgallery.com GEO:36.0760991;-79.0997261 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hillsborough Gallery of Arts 121 N. Churton St. Hillsborough 27278;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 N. Churton St.:geo:-79.0997261,36.0760991 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251112T160821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192518Z UID:10014381-1765623600-1765648800@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-13/ LOCATION:Margaret Lane Gallery\, 121 West Margaret Lane\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/gathering-community-flier-2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Lane Gallery":MAILTO:margaretlanegallery@gmail.com GEO:36.0743007;-79.1002029 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Margaret Lane Gallery 121 West Margaret Lane Hillsborough NC 27278 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=121 West Margaret Lane:geo:-79.1002029,36.0743007 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T190121 CREATED:20251113T205844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T192157Z UID:10014510-1765630800-1765652400@visithillsboroughnc.com 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/2025-12-13/ LOCATION:Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce\, 200 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Market-7-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Orange High School Band Boosters":MAILTO:Fundraising @orangehighschoolpantherband.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR