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SUMMARY:Merchant Trick or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Dress up your little ghouls and goblins and visit shops throughout downtown Hillsborough that will be handing out treats. View a map of participating businesses: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1_3uH_QmwzUV18w3zbUIcy7Ema8H3hEY&usp=sharing \n 
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/merchant-trick-or-treat/
CATEGORIES:Free,Holidays,Kids
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SUMMARY:Woman of the Year
DESCRIPTION:The Kim Tesoro Woman of the Year Award seeks to honor the impact of exceptional women in Hillsborough and Orange County. Join us for a panel discussion of the finalists and the presentation of the award. Finalists for the award include: Amanda Boyd (Alliance for Historic Hillsborough)\, Tova Hairston (Boomerang Youth)\, Jaki Shelton Green (NC Arts Council)\, and Smita Patel (Nomad and The Rookery).
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/woman-of-the-year/
LOCATION:The Colonial Inn\, 153 W King St.\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker
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SUMMARY:Ladies Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Gather your friends and join us Thursday\, May 1\, 2025\, for a special one-day event at businesses throughout Hillsborough offering shopping\, dining and drink specials\, giveaways\, demonstrations and more. \nWe are collecting offers now\, so check back to see the updated list of participating businesses and specials. \nRegister here: https://hillsboroughchamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/23647 \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented By
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/ladies-night-out/
LOCATION:Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce\, 200 N. Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food/Drink,Shopping
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SUMMARY:2024 Homes for the Holidays: A Hillsborough Gingerbread Tradition
DESCRIPTION:The annual walking tour of unconventional gingerbread exhibits returns to Hillsborough’s downtown shop windows this holiday season from December 7 to January 5.  The event celebrates artistic sculpture: creations can be made of any material as long as the visible elements are edible. The public is invited to submit creative interpretations of this year’s theme\, “Winter Wonderland” within the Adult or Youth & Family categories; registration is open Nov. 1-27. Voting for People’s Choice Awards will take place through Dec 20 and winners will be announced at the town’s Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec 21.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/2024-homes-for-the-holidays-a-hillsborough-gingerbread-tradition/2025-01-05/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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SUMMARY:2024 Homes for the Holidays: A Hillsborough Gingerbread Tradition
DESCRIPTION:The annual walking tour of unconventional gingerbread exhibits returns to Hillsborough’s downtown shop windows this holiday season from December 7 to January 5.  The event celebrates artistic sculpture: creations can be made of any material as long as the visible elements are edible. The public is invited to submit creative interpretations of this year’s theme\, “Winter Wonderland” within the Adult or Youth & Family categories; registration is open Nov. 1-27. Voting for People’s Choice Awards will take place through Dec 20 and winners will be announced at the town’s Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec 21.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/2024-homes-for-the-holidays-a-hillsborough-gingerbread-tradition/2024-12-29/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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SUMMARY:2024 Homes for the Holidays: A Hillsborough Gingerbread Tradition
DESCRIPTION:The annual walking tour of unconventional gingerbread exhibits returns to Hillsborough’s downtown shop windows this holiday season from December 7 to January 5.  The event celebrates artistic sculpture: creations can be made of any material as long as the visible elements are edible. The public is invited to submit creative interpretations of this year’s theme\, “Winter Wonderland” within the Adult or Youth & Family categories; registration is open Nov. 1-27. Voting for People’s Choice Awards will take place through Dec 20 and winners will be announced at the town’s Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec 21.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/2024-homes-for-the-holidays-a-hillsborough-gingerbread-tradition/2024-12-22/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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SUMMARY:2024 Homes for the Holidays: A Hillsborough Gingerbread Tradition
DESCRIPTION:The annual walking tour of unconventional gingerbread exhibits returns to Hillsborough’s downtown shop windows this holiday season from December 7 to January 5.  The event celebrates artistic sculpture: creations can be made of any material as long as the visible elements are edible. The public is invited to submit creative interpretations of this year’s theme\, “Winter Wonderland” within the Adult or Youth & Family categories; registration is open Nov. 1-27. Voting for People’s Choice Awards will take place through Dec 20 and winners will be announced at the town’s Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec 21.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/2024-homes-for-the-holidays-a-hillsborough-gingerbread-tradition/2024-12-15/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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SUMMARY:2024 Hillsborough Holiday Parade
DESCRIPTION:The parade will begin with the annual Elf Run at 4:05 pm\, and the parade will follow at 4:20 pm. It will feature local marching bands\, dancers\, gymnasts\, floats\, classic cars\, fire engines and other first-responder vehicles\, local personalities\, mascots\, cheerleaders\, Santa and Mrs. Claus\, and more! The parade will travel down Churton Street from Corbin Street to Margaret Lane.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/hillsborough-holiday-parade/
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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SUMMARY:2024 Homes for the Holidays: A Hillsborough Gingerbread Tradition
DESCRIPTION:The annual walking tour of unconventional gingerbread exhibits returns to Hillsborough’s downtown shop windows this holiday season from December 7 to January 5.  The event celebrates artistic sculpture: creations can be made of any material as long as the visible elements are edible. The public is invited to submit creative interpretations of this year’s theme\, “Winter Wonderland” within the Adult or Youth & Family categories; registration is open Nov. 1-27. Voting for People’s Choice Awards will take place through Dec 20 and winners will be announced at the town’s Solstice Lantern Walk on Dec 21.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/2024-homes-for-the-holidays-a-hillsborough-gingerbread-tradition/2024-12-07/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
CATEGORIES:Holidays
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SUMMARY:A Small Town Family Holiday Event and Tree Lighting!
DESCRIPTION:A Small Town Family Holiday – Come make cherished memories with your family and start your holiday shopping with our local merchants!\n\nJoin the Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce and Hillsborough Visitors Center for a magical holiday experience!  Bring the whole family for an afternoon filled with festive fun:\n Photos with Santa – Capture the magic of the season! Reindeer Games – Fun for kids of all ages! Storytime with Mrs. Claus – Enjoy a heartwarming holiday tale.  Tree Lighting Ceremony – End the evening with a charming stroll to the historic courthouse for our official tree lighting!\n\nActivities to be hosted at the Hillsborough Visitors Center (150 E King). This event is FREE and open to the public! For questions please reach out to The Hillsborough Visitors Center at 919-732-7741. For more information\, visit the Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1766651927430695/?ref=newsfeed\n\nThis event is part of Hillsborough’s Hometown Holidays – Don’t miss our other festive fun with the annual Gingerbread Stroll\, Holiday Parade on December 8th\, Winter Solstice Lantern Walk on December 21st. Keep an eye on the Visit Hillsborough community calendar for all the fun!
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/a-small-town-family-holiday/
LOCATION:Hillsborough Visitors Center\, 150 E King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Festival,Free,History,Holidays,Kids,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Hillsborough Merchant Trick or Treat 2024
DESCRIPTION:Bring the kids and celebrate Halloween by visiting dozens of participating Hillsborough businesses for free candy and goodies!  Map of participating businesses here: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?hl=en&ll=36.076161964013814%2C-79.09939674911067&z=18&mid=1BgVMJxqWXLhf_cIvuKM4woYkdueXQxA 
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/hillsborough-community-trick-or-treat/
LOCATION:Downtown Historic Hillsborough\, 101 S Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278
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SUMMARY:Beautify Hillsborough
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and friends to Beautify Hillsborough with Hillsborough Young Professionals Engage (HYPE)! Meet at the Eno River Farmer’s Market Pavilion in River Park to pick up a bag and gloves. Enjoy a stroll and help remove trash along the Riverwalk trail towards Gold Park. End your journey at Eno River Brewing\, where we’ll celebrate with a frosty beverage. Sponsored by Matt Dietz (Farm Bureau Insurance) and Edward Jones.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/beautify-hillsborough/
LOCATION:Eno River Farmers Market Pavillion\, 144 E. Margaret Ln\, Hillsborough\, NC\, United States
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