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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: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.\nFeatured Homes Include:–The Nash Hooper House–Bellevue–The Whitted House–The Ashe House–The Mid-Century Manor–The Parks-Richmond House (Inn at Teardrops)\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: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.\nFeatured Homes Include:–The Nash Hooper House–Bellevue–The Whitted House–The Ashe House–The Mid-Century Manor–The Parks-Richmond House (Inn at Teardrops)\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.
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LOCATION:Hillsborough Visitors Center\, 150 E King Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
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SUMMARY:Candlelit Toast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enchanting evening at the Burwell School Historic Site. Enjoy a selection of wines and decadent desserts in the historic home\, candlelit and decorated for the holidays. Live harp music will be your soundscape\, performed by Amy Ims. \nAll proceeds raised go directly to the Burwell School Historic Site\, supporting our mission of education and historic preservation.
URL:https://visithillsboroughnc.com/event/candlelit-toast/
LOCATION:Burwell School Historic Site\, 319 North Churton Street\, Hillsborough\, NC\, 27278\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Holidays
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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
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