October 2018
River Park Concert
The River Park Concert is a volunteer-driven, grassroots, free outdoor music event made possible through the cooperation, coordination and support of many local civic, corporate and private entities and is brought to you by the Hillsborough Arts Council. The Wood Brothers headline this year's event and will be joined by the Walker Family Band, The Shoaldiggers, Seth Walker and DJ Night Boogie. A Young Musicians Workshop will be held at 11:30 am.
Find out more »April 2019
Community Egg Hunt
This giant egg hunt has three separate age group hunt areas: 2 to 4-years-old, 5 to 7-years-old, and 8 to 10-years-old. There will be plenty of eggs for everyone so please bring a basket to collect your eggs! The event also includes free crafts and a visit from the Bunny. Inflatables, face painting, and concessions will be available for a small fee.
Find out more »EASTER EGG HUNT & COSTUME CONTEST FOR DOGS
The Hillsborough Police Department will host its fifth annual Easter egg hunt and costume contest for dogs. Join Hillsborough K-9 officers Jet and Vader from 1-3pm. Easter eggs with treats will be hidden at the park and a prize will be awarded to the dog with the best Easter costumes. Dogs must be nonaggressive and current on all shots and be on a leash at all times.
Find out more »Movie in the Park: Incredibles 2
The Orange County Community will enjoy a night at the box office in an outside environment, watching a family-friendly movie on a giant 30-foot screen. It is a time to spend with family and friends. So let's bring your blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy the night at the box office. Food and beverages will be on-site for purchase while you enjoy a feature film.
Find out more »May 2019
Movie in the Park: Ralph Breaks the Internet
The Orange County Community will enjoy a night at the box office in an outside environment, watching a family-friendly movie on a giant 30-foot screen. It is a time to spend with family and friends. So let's bring your blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy the night at the box office. Food and beverages will be on-site for purchase while you enjoy a feature film.
Find out more »September 2019
36th Annual Hillsborough Hog Day
Join us for one of Hillsborough's longest running festivals! The event includes a BBQ cookoff contest, artists and craft vendors, a classic car show, children's area with bouncy houses, free games for the kids, lots of delicious food, live bands, AND MORE! Hog Day is featured year after year as one of the top events in the southeast and the country! You do not want to miss this great family friendly festival in the heart of historic Hillsborough.
Find out more »October 2019
River Park Concert 2019
Join us on Saturday October 19th, 2019 in beautiful downtown Hillsborough, NC in River Park- along the banks of the Eno River- to enjoy a day full of music, arts, food trucks, craft beverages, AND FUN. #happinessisfreein27278 The event is family friendly and FREE. See you at River Park Concert! Live too far to day trip? Stay with us and be a local for the weekend: https://visithillsboroughnc.com/places-to-stay/
Find out more »April 2022
Weekend of Art in Hillsborough 2022
During the last weekend of April 2022, the Hillsborough Arts Council is combining efforts between Last Fridays & the Art Walk; the Handmade Market (previously known as the "Art in the Heart" arts & crafts fair); and our beautiful, town-wide, celebration of art and creativity, the Handmade Parade, for an immersive, exciting Weekend of Art in Hillsborough, NC! The weekend will kick off with April's Last Fridays & the Art Walk, with a focus on storytelling, story making, and gearing up for…
Find out more »July 2022
Churton Street History Stroll
Journey back in time, walking the centuries-old streets of Hillsborough, North Carolina. The four-block, in-person walking tour will travel the remarkable history of this unique southern town, beginning in the 1600s. Your tour guide, Barney Caton, explores local events which shaped the nation and key figures such as Billy Strayhorn, Moses Curtis, Elizabeth Keckly, and William Graham, whose legacies reach beyond Orange County. Tours are $15 per ticket; tours begin at 10 am and will last 2 hours. Each…
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