Check out the events happening around our community this weekend.
You can view the full Chapelboro Local Events Calendar here. To submit your own event, click here.
Rocky River Hemp at Pittsboro Farmers Market
Thursday, April 23 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Rocky River Hemp will be at the Pittsboro Farmers Market this Thursday. Shop their full spectrum CBD and hemp derived THC products. Click here for more information.
Orange County Progressives Social Hour
Thursday, April 23 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Come out to The Baxter this weekend and meet with Orange County Progressives. They’ll discuss resisting fascism and making democrats better over food, drinks, and games. For more information, click here.
The Mebane Dogwood Festival
Friday, April 24 8:00 a.m.; Saturday, April 25 10:00 a.m.
The Mebane Dogwood Festival is back this weekend. The festivities start with a golf tournament on Friday, continuing with live music, carnival rides, food vendors, a car show, and more! Come out both days to enjoy the fun! Click here for more information.
Ackland Tour: A Closer Look at “Color Concentrated”
Friday, April 24 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This weekend, the Ackland will be offering multiple half-hour tours to offer a closer look at their work. Click here to see available tour times.
Asian Night 2026
Friday, April 24 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Join the Asian Student Associations of Chapel Hill High, East Chapel Hill High, and Carrboro High for the 19th annual Asian Night. It’s an annual celebration of Asian culture, food, performances, and community. For more information, click here.
Teen Science Cafe: Hollywood Science
Friday, April 24 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Morehead Planetarium is having another Teen Science Cafe this weekend. In this session, Dr. Alper Bozkurt will share his firsthand experiences at the intersection of science and storytelling. For more information, click here.
Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market at University Place
Saturday, April 25 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
This Saturday morning, shop at the Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market. Shop from local vendors and score delicious produce. Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market is now operating in their spring hours. Click here for more information.
Church Yard Sale (United Church of Chapel Hill)
Saturday, April 25 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The United Church of Chapel Hill is having a Church Yard Sale this weekend. Shop from clothing, books, kitchen, home items, toys, and more. For more information, click here.
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day! With Author Frank Hyman, Prizes, Rise & Sip Coffee, and more!
Saturday, April 25 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day this weekend at Flyleaf Books. There will be a morning storytime, prizes, a golden ticket hidden in the store to find, and more. For more information, click here.
Town and Gown
Saturday, April 25 10:00 a.m.
Join Carolina Public Humanities and learn more about the murals, sculptures, fountains, and more in downtown Chapel Hill. Hear the story behind the art. Click here for more information.
2026 Chapel Hill Garden Tour
Saturday, April 25 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Chapel Hill Garden Club is having a garden tour this weekend, taking place over 5 different gardens around Chapel Hill. The tour is guided by experts discussing the spring blooms, rock formations, and trees. For more information, click here.
Tiger CHill
Saturday, April 25 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Chapel Hill High’s annual fair is this weekend. There will be student-led games, prizes, food, and fun. Click here for more information.
The Iconic Gather: The Power of Diverse Women Film & Book Event
Saturday, April 25 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Chapel Hill Public Library is showing the film The Iconic Gathering: The Power of Diverse Women. The film gathers 6 iconic women Harriet Tubman, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Mary Peake, Mary McLeod Bethune, Zora Neale Hurston, and Dr. Virginia Alexander for a candid conversation on the power of diverse women and the intersection of history and pressing issues of today. For more information, click here.
Carrboro Cardboard War 2
Saturday, April 25 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The Carrboro cardboard war is back this weekend in the Carrboro Town Commons. The teams will duel with cardboard. For more information, click here.
2026 Piedmont Farm Tour
Saturday, April 25 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The Carolina Farm Stewardship Association is holding the Piedmont Farm tour this weekend. Tour and experience local, sustainable, agriculture firsthand. Click here for more information.
Afternoon Glow: Queer Cocktail Mixer (FT. Other Trevor)
Saturday, April 25 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Lavender Social will be at the Graduate this weekend for the Afternoon Glow: Queer Cocktail Mixer. Mix and mingle with others and enjoy some music. For more information, click here.
Bad Art Club: Abstract Graffiti & Public Art
Saturday, April 25 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This weekend, Bad Arts Company will be having a class at The ArtsCenter. This class will focus on abstract graffiti and public art. Click here for more information.
Trail Science presents For the Love of Trails – A Field Party
Saturday, April 25 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Trail Science is having a field party this weekend at UNC’s Outdoor Education Center this Saturday. Party with the architects of your best build trails in Chapel Hill and Carrboro. There will be live music, contests, food, drinks, and more. For more information, click here.
Shakespeare in the Parks: “As You Like It”
Saturday, April 25 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Switch Theatre Company is having their 4th annual Shakespeare in the Parks production of As You Like It. This production will be set in fictionalized North Carolina woods and infused with local music. Shakespeare in the Park will feature a performance by local band Mad Crush. Click here for more information.
Pre-Concert Conversations with the Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle: Balourdet Quartet UpClose Concert & UpClose Chamber Music Series: Balourdet Quartet
Saturday, April 25 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
The Upclose Chamber Music series is continuing this weekend with their performance of Balourdet Quartet, Steve Reich’s groundbreaking work that blends recording speech, train sounds, and live instruments. Before the performance, Carolina Public Humanities will be holding a conversation with the Chamber Orchestra of Triangle. For more information, click here.
The NC Youth Tap Ensemble Live with Guest Star Dixon at The Carolina Theatre
Saturday, April 25 7:30 p.m.
The North Carolina Youth Tap Ensemble will be joined by special guest Star Dixon for Resonance, an exploration of sound, movement, and legacy. Click here for more information.
School of Rock Chapel Hill – End of Season Shows!
Sunday, April 26 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Enjoy some live music with the School of Rock Chapel Hill performing on the mainstage of Cat’s Cradle. Sets will include Paramore’s “Brand New Eyes,” Psych Rock, The Beatles’ “Rubber Soul and Revolver,” and more. For more information, click here.
UNC Habitat’s 3rd Annual Art for Humanity Silent Auction
Sunday, April 26 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
This Sunday at The PITCH, for Habitat for Humanity’s 3rd Annual Art for Humanity silent auction. It will feature artwork from local artists and talented students with all proceeds supporting Habitat’s mission of providing safe and affordable housing to families in need. Click here for more information.
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