Are you feeling Lucky to Be a Tar Heel?

See if the luck of the Irish is on your side this Summer! Enter to win 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com’s latest toss up – the University Place Lucky to Be a Tar Heel Carolina Football Giveaway.

Two lucky winners will get a 3-night stay in Dublin, Ireland with a UNC fan experience, round-trip international flights, and two tickets to see the Carolina Football team in the Aer Lingus Classic!

Enter at each participating entry location below every week to increase your chances to win!

The Grand Prize:

  • Two tickets to the UNC Aer Lingus Classic football game in Dublin on August 29th, 2026
  • Round trip international flights from RDU to Dublin, Ireland
  • 3-night stay for two at the Academy Plaza Hotel in Dublin
  • Exclusive UNC Welcome Experience (Commemorative gifts and credentials, full Irish breakfast and Dublin attractions ticket, and experienced on-site tour directors)
  • $500 gift card to help with other travel costs

How to Enter:

Enter at each location listed below every week from June 12th to July 17th for more chances to become a weekly finalist.

One finalist will be chosen each week from each location with an in-store entry box, one finalist will be chosen each week from all entries received on Chapelboro.com (enter using the form at the bottom of this page).

You can become a finalist more than once for more chances to win the grand prize!

Entering at the in-person entry locations listed below every week is the best way to become a finalist, and each time you do you will be more likely to make it to the final round in our elimination process to choose a winner.

All finalists will be invited to a Drawing Party on July 29th at Trilogy Restaurant in Silverspot Cinemas to choose the winner of the grand prize of the University Place Lucky To Be A Tar Heel Carolina Football Giveaway!

 

 

🏈 Click here for weekly list of finalists 🏈

Enter at each of these locations every week through July 17th!

bartaco is inspired by the beach cultures of Brazil, Uruguay and southern California. We are upscale street food with a coastal vibe in a relaxed environment. We are freshly-squeezed juices, specialty cocktails and beer out of a bottle. bartaco evokes a visit to a stylish beach resort and creates an unforgettable experience.

Chapel Hill Tire, founded in 1953, is a leading provider of comprehensive automotive services in the Triangle area. With a focus on customer satisfaction, technical excellence, and community involvement, Chapel Hill Tire strives to redefine what it means to “Drive Happy.” With 13 convenient locations, customers can easily schedule appointments online at chapelhilltire.com. Enter the giveaway at the 4 Chapel Hill-Carrboro Locations (Fordham Blvd, University Place, W. Franklin Street and W. Main Street).

Welcome to Fifth Third Bank University Place – we look forward to serving you! From using valuable tools like Online and Mobile Banking to taking advantage of our suite of banking products, we’ll help you find a solution that fits your unique financial needs. Find out how we can help you with checking, savings, credit cards, mobile banking, and more at Fifth Third Bank in Chapel Hill, NC.
Our first café opened for breakfast at about 7am one morning in 1993. Settled in a quiet neighborhood called Candler Park on the east side of Atlanta, we sold out of our signature biscuits by 11am that day.
More than 30 years later, we are an institution–growing to 34 locations throughout Georgia, North Carolina, Florida and Texas. But we always kept that quintessential neighborhood spirit and focused on our Southern-inspired menu of comfort food made with fresh ingredients.
Welcome to First Horizon Bank – located in Chapel Hill. Since 1864, we’ve been a bank you can count on. Our financial foundation is so steady you can build a house on it. Mortgage loan included. Our commitment to you has won some pretty big awards, like “Forbes’ World’s Best Banks”. Stop by today and tap into local decision-makers who actually get where you’re coming from. And a go-to banker who is always just a call away.
Locally owned for over 50 years, The Frame & Print Shop has been a mainstay at University Place since its initial opening in 1973. The Frame & Print Shop prides itself on providing the best custom framing and customer service in the Triangle. Take a look at the Google and Yelp reviews to see numerous comments made about our superior framing abilities and the Frame & Print Shop staff. We now offer photo and fine art printing. It’s as easy as downloading from your iPhone, texting/emailing or coming in with a flash drive. We will have your image printed (and framed if you like) to your satisfaction. Our newest service is printing images of all sizes on metal, acrylic and canvas. We also have over 1,000 Getty images that you can choose from (no charge for the image) to print on either metal, acrylic or canvas. We, of course, have a huge selection of contemporary as well as traditional frames to choose from and a wide selection of UNC and North Carolina art prints available to decorate any home or office. Our custom framing work is completed on-site with impeccable care and precision, at extremely competitive prices (framing for every budget!) and is guaranteed for life.
It’s time to bring the streets of Asia to Tarheel country! Hawkers Chapel Hill is our second location in North Carolina, and we are excited to serve you in one of the most iconic college towns in the United States. Located within University Place on South Estes Drive, we chose Chapel Hill because of its bustling collegiate culture and its diverse energy. See you soon!
H&H Bagels has been a New York City institution since 1972. Our original recipe and traditional water bagel method has become synonymous with “the New York bagel,” earning cameos in Seinfeld, Sex and the City, The Office, and many more.
JewelRecycle offers the best prices for your gold, silver, jewelry, coins, diamonds, and fine watches. We are the only precious metal buyers in Chapel Hill to receive an A+ rating and accreditation by the Better Business Bureau. Our five-star reviews say it all!
Whether you want to sell inherited items, get rid of ‘ex’ jewelry, or are simply downsizing, JewelRecycle is the most professional, efficient precious metal buyer in Chapel Hill.
Palette & Parlor is your ally in choosing timeless modern furniture for thoughtfully designed spaces. Established in 2013, we offer a thoughtful collection of timeless modern furniture, lighting, and rugs selected for you to love through the years. We’re here to share our years of experience and product knowledge to help you make decisions. Product longevity, origin, and lifecycle strongly inform our choices, and we partner with manufacturers who take pride in their work to offer uniquely well-made furniture you’ll cherish and enjoy longer.
Serpentine Salon, located at 900 Willow in the newly revamped University Place, is an eco-friendly, community focused, and fully non toxic space dedicated to sustainable beauty. Enjoy getting to know our down-to-earth stylists and discovering your perfect fit in a thoughtful, welcoming environment. Serpentine is a true one-stop shop-surrounded by great food, a movie theater, and a lively farmers market held a couple of days each week, making every visit convenient, enjoyable, and connected to the heart of our community.
Featuring 13 theatres with over 1,200 stadium seats we offer an enhanced entertainment experience with superior staff to make your visit perfect. Delight yourself before, during, and after the projection with our chef-inspired menu of freshly made foods. And to top it all off, you can choose from an assortment of craft beers, signature cocktails, and wines to pair with your movie.
For the true Film Lovers, enjoy in-theatre premium service, and Dolby Cinema Sound to live an unparalleled sound experience. We also offer a wide array of cinematic viewing selections, which include Hollywood productions, handpicked selections of Independent and Foreign Films, Operas, Ballets, Concerts, Theater, Genre-Centric Film Series and more.
Saunas, Cold Plunge tubs, Vitamin-C showers, and more. We believe that in order to live well, you must recover well, which is why we designed our brand to compliment your current lifestyle and wellness routine. Whether you seek an immune boost, improved cardiovascular health, better sleep, muscle recovery, or pure relaxation, you are able to tailor your needs. Elevate your well-being at SWTHZ, where science meets serenity and your journey to wellness takes center stage. Step through our doors and embark on a path to a healthier and happier you. Your mind and body will love it.
VEG ER for Pets emergency veterinary hospital in Chapel Hill, NC is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Located on South Estes Drive, off Fordham Blvd., Rt. 15, our Chapel Hill animal clinic combines top medical quality with an amazing customer experience. VEG treats all pets: dogs, cats, birds, rodents, and reptiles. Call or come in and see a vet now. Your pet will receive urgent vet care, and you can stay throughout treatment, even if hospitalization is required. Our veterinary staff is highly trained in emergency, diagnostics, digital x-ray, surgery, ultrasound, endoscopy, oxygen therapy, treatment for diseases, and more. Park just outside our hospital and if you need assistance with your pet, call ahead and we’ll assist you.

Operating since 1996, Louise Beck Properties, Inc. has rapidly grown into a leading residential property management firm in Chapel Hill with hundreds of properties currently under management. Our success has been a result of our dedication to serving clients and tenants with an unparalleled level of professionalism and integrity. Learn more about the Louise Beck Properties Property Management Team and our available rental properties at LouiseBeckProperties.com.

Experience modern style and convenient condo living at South Green Flats in Carrboro, just minutes from downtown Chapel Hill & UNC. Choose from 1 and 2 bedroom residences with terraces, bright open floor plans, and stylish kitchens and baths.  Community amenities including club room, fitness center, covered terrace, gardens, and EV chargers. Now selling with prices ranging from the low $300s to low $500s.  Visit SouthGreenFlats.com to learn more or contact the sales team today.

Find the box at South Green Flats’ on-site sales office at 120 Two Hills Drive, Carrboro, NC 27510. Currently the hours are Friday: 1-5p, Saturday: 10a-5p, and Sunday: 1-5p. 

Al’s Burger Shack always uses 100% fresh ground chuck, hand patties the beef, seasons it perfectly, and cooks it to your preferred perfection. And they make their specialty toppings in-shack, along with and sides fresh-to-order with a hefty dose of Southern hospitality. Al’s Open for indoor or patio dining. Good is good y’all.

Enter the giveaway on Franklin Street and in Southern Village.

Puddin’s Beer Shack is an extension of AL’s Burger Shack offering expanded indoor and patio seating, 10 rotating draft beers and great wine selections, and 5 big ol’ TVs to watch all the big games. You can order burgers from AL’s to Puddin’s Shack, or beers from Puddin’s to AL’s Burger Shack. Alright, Alright.

Your trusted HVAC team is now your trusted plumbing team, too. From keeping your home comfortable through every season to solving plumbing problems big and small, Boer Brothers Family of Services is here to help. Our family is taking care of yours, keeping you safe and comfortable all year long. Learn more at BoerBrothers.com.

Tonya’s Café and Bake Shop is a Southern food destination owned and led by trail-blazing food entrepreneur and granddaughter of Mama Dip, Tonya Council. Located on Elliott Road in Chapel Hill and open Tuesday through Sunday starting at 9am, enjoy Southern-style classics with a twist for breakfast and lunch. And don’t forget about Sunday brunch!  Be sure to stop by the Bake Shop on your way out and take home anything you like, including homemade take and bake meals.

The Extraordinary Thrift Store is the best local thrift store in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro area! We specialize in offering a great selection of UNC gear, clothing, accessories, collectibles, books, home goods, and decor at affordable prices.

As one of the Extraordinary Ventures, when you shop, donate, or volunteer at the Extraordinary Thrift Store, you contribute to creating meaningful employment for a neurodiverse workforce.

125 West Main St.
Carrboro, NC 27510

Store hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10 am – 6 pm, Sunday: 12 pm – 6pm. Closed Mondays.

If you are looking to rent, buy, sell or need a new HOA manager then look no further than Mill House Properties. is here and ready to help with any of your real estate needs. No one knows the hill like the mill. Online at millhouseproperties.com.

Daily Italian life is centered around pizza, panini, coffee, gelato, family and friends.With Autostrada we want to bring the same lifestyle to Carrboro. Life’s just better with those six things!Inspired by Italian Autogrills, Autostrada serves pizza, panini, salads and more with a gelato and coffee shop across the hall. Stop by and see us for a casual lunch, dinner or snack in historic Carr Mill in Downtown Carrboro.

Olmaz Jewelers is a family-owned and operated fine jewelry boutique in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Ready to gear up for game day? Rally House is your headquarters for all things Carolina. Whether you’re looking for the latest Tar Heel apparel, the perfect gift for a fellow fan, or home décor that shows off your Carolina pride, Rally House has it all. From officially licensed UNC gear and local merchandise to hats, jerseys, collectibles, and more, you’ll find everything you need to represent your team in style. Stop by Rally House today and discover why it’s the go-to destination for Carolina fans!

Click here for the full map of “Lucky To Be A Tar Heel” locations!