You can view the full Chapelboro Local Events Calendar here. To submit your own event, click here.
Carr Mill by Candlelight
Thursday, December 11 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Shop and explore Carr Mill in candlelight this Thursday. Shop around, enjoy live music, get pictures with Santa, and more! A portion of proceeds from special activities will go to benefit TABLE. Click here for more information.
The Night Before Christmas Carol
Friday, December 12 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 14 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
This weekend, RedBird Theater Company will be performing their play The Night Before Christmas Carol. Join Charles Dickens as he creates his best loved story, creating over a dozen characters out of thin air and spontaneously conjuring classic scenes from A Christmas Carol. For more information, click here.
Winter Craft Market
Saturday, December 13 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
This weekend, the Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market is having their winter craft market. While you shop delicious food and produce, you can also shop from local craft vendors. Click here for more information.
Santa Claus is Coming to Bierman Autism Center
Saturday, December 13 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The Bierman Autism Center in Cary is offering a sensory-friendly, fun Christmas event for the whole family. Enjoy festive treats, participate in festive events and activities, and of course, take your kids to meet Santa! For more information, click here.
Ocean of Joy Meditation Retreat
Saturday, December 13 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Join Kosala Kadampa Buddhist Center for their Ocean of Joy meditation retreat. This half day retreat will teach participants practices that will help turn loneliness into deep and meaningful connections. Click here for more information.
Dis/orient: Contemporary Art from the Asian Diaspora
Saturday, December 13 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Nasher Museum of Art is opening their new exhibit this weekend Dis/orient: Contemporary Art from the Asian Diaspora. The exhibit pushes back against Asian stereotypes through ceramics and paintings, which will explore themes of colonialism and how it continues to shape everyday life. Click here for more information.
Star Families: Meteors and Other Night-Sky Wonders
Saturday, December 13 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
This weekend at Morehead Planetarium, they will be having a Star Families full-dome presentation about meteors and other night-sky wonders. The evening of the 13th will be the peak of the Geminid Meteor Shower and the star families presentation will teach your family what to look for. For more information, click here.
Carrboro Cardboard War
Saturday, December 13 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Come out to the Carrboro Town Commons for the Carrboro Cardboard war! There will be two teams fighting to be the last man standing building weapons of cardboard and only cardboard. Click here for more information.
The Lavender Socials Rainbow Exchange Vendor Market and Queer Cabaret Dance Party
Saturday, December 13 1:00 p.m.
The Lavender Social will be holding their Rainbow Exchange vendor market and their queer cabaret and dance party. Shop handcrafted jewelry, unique clothing and textile, and more then stick around and trivia with Cameron Price and enjoy their queer cabaret hosted by AmanDuh Barron with performances by Jinxx Van Jester, Alex Thee Rabbit, and more! For more information, click here.
Triangle Gay Men’s Chorus Holiday Concert
Saturday, December 13 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Celebrate the holidays with the Triangle Gay Men’s Choir’s annual Holiday concert. Enjoy classics like Sleigh Ride and Carol of the Bells mixed with contemporary flair with a song by Kelly Clarkson and more. Click here for more information.
A “Christmas Carol” Concert featuring WUNC’s Catherine Brand
Saturday, December 13 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 14 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
This Saturday, Voices, the Chapel Hill chorus and WUNC’s Catherine Brand will take you on a musical journey through Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Arranged by two-time Grammy nominee Benedict Sheehan, narrated by Catherine Brand, conducted by Louisiana Music Hall of Famer, and featuring 120 community members as singers. For more information, click here.
Merry Swiftmas Party at Yonder
Saturday, December 13 8:00 p.m. – 11:59 p.m.
Celebrate Christmas and Taylor Swift’s birthday with your friends this weekend! Exchange gifts with your friends then dance for the rest of the night to Taylor Swift music. For more information, click here.
Photos with Rock n Roll Santa! (As Part of the ArtsCenter’s Annual Elf Market)
Sunday, December 14 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Bring the kids to the ArtsCenter this weekend to get their pictures with Rock N Roll Santa! Santa will be there from 11-2 but stick around and get family pictures from 2-5. Click here for more information.
The Elf Market
Sunday, December 14 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Once you’re done getting pictures from Santa, enjoy the 17th annual Elf Market. There will be over 60 arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, and activities for the whole family. For more information, click here.
School of Rock Chapel Hill – End of Season Shows
Sunday, December 14 11:30 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Enjoy some more live music this weekend with School of Rock Chapel Hill. They will be having their end of season show with sets like the best of muse, disco, and more. Click here for more
Sunday Funday Christmas Market @ The Plant
Sunday, December 14 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Come out to The Plant for Sunday Funday. Explore different vendors from around the state for unique, locally crafted gifts to finish up your Christmas shopping. There will also be fire barrels, live music, food and drinks, and more. For more information, click here.
Santa Claus at Spring Haven Farm
Sunday, December 14 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Bring the family to Spring Haven farm for pictures with Santa. Explore the farm, visit with goats, enjoy hot cocoa, and of course, get your pictures with Santa. Click here for more information.
Land of Misfits Holiday Market at Gold Hand Gallery
Sunday, December 14 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
This Sunday, Gold Hand Gallery is having their annual Holiday Market & Tattoo Consult Day. Shop unique holiday gifts such as skincare, candles, handmade gifts, and more, and meet Gold Hand’s artists while planning out your next tattoo. For more information, click here.
OCRCC 38th Annual Holiday Gala and Auction
Sunday, December 14 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
This Sunday, Orange County Rape Crisis Center will be holding their 38th Annual Holiday Gala & Auction. The evening will start with a reception with delicious appetizers, drinks, and music from DJ Dre. During the reception, there will be chances to win great prizes. Following the reception, there will be a delicious seated dinner catered by Mediterranean Deli. Click here for more information.
