Thursday, December 15 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Do you need a hand getting your gifts wrapped and ready to go to your loved ones? Start the weekend fun early at Chapel Hill Public Library. You can bring your gifts to be gift wrapped while enjoying some festive live music and hot cocoa. If your gifts are already wrapped, come out and learn how to make recycled paper gift bags and tags! For more information about the Upcycled Gift Wrapping Party, click here.
Friday, December 16 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The holiday season is nearly upon us and if you’re still looking for some perfect gifts for your loved ones, look no further than Hillsborough Gallery of Art’s Art of Giving showcase. The works of 21 artists will be on display to shop, including handmade ornaments. The exhibit will be on display until December 31st so you have plenty of time to shop the art! For more information, click here.
Friday, December 16 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 17 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Voices, the Chapel Hill Choir will be having their winter concert. Celebrate Christmas early with festive carols, including the Seven Joys of Christmas. Click here to get your tickets to the Winter Joy presented by Voices.
Saturday, December 17 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Holy Trinity Lutheran Church will be holding a Christmas Open House. You can view their decorated Christmas tree that includes handmade beaded ornaments called Chrismons. They will also have art by Shelly Hehenberger. Click here for more information on the Christmas Open House.
Saturday, December 17 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Come to Binkley Baptist for their Black Lives Matter monthly vigil. Join fellow members of our community in honoring victims who have lost their lives to police brutality. There are no speakers, you will just stand beside community members for justice. For more information about Binkley Baptist and their Black Lives Matter vigil, click here.
Saturday, December 17 1:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Lanza’s Cafe will be holding a Holiday Extravaganza this Saturday. Come out and meet Santa and Frosty the Snowman then enjoy a showing of The Polar Express. Admission is free, but Lanza’s does ask that you bring a food or gift donation in support of Porch and the Orange County Department of Social Services. Space is limited so RSVPs are strongly recommended. Click here for a list of needed food items.
Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Join New Horizon Church for a drive-thru live nativity experience. You can follow Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem with different stations that will share the story of Christ’s birth all while you stay in the warmth of your car. It will feature 7 stations, 40 cast members, costumes, and live animals. For more information, click here.
Sunday, December 18 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
If you missed Carolina Inn’s first Holiday market of the month, you’ve got another chance! They’ll be holding their second one this Sunday. There will be vendors from all over the state selling handcrafted goods including chocolates, ornaments, jewelry, and much more! Click here for more information on the Holiday Market.
Sunday, December 18 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Once you’re done shopping the Holiday Market, head outside to Carolina Inn’s festive tent for their Bier Garten.There will be a delicious lineup of mulled wine, signature cocktails, craft beers, and a variety of appetizers including soft pretzels, brats, and more. Bring your friends (furry or human) and family and start celebrating the holidays early with food and festive drinks. For more information about Carolina Inn’s Bier Garten, click here.
Sunday, December 18 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Enjoy some live music with School of Rock Chapel Hill’s End of Season show. Their Performance Program Students will be performing sets of a variety of genres, including Peter Gabriel, Pearl Jam, and My Chemical Romance. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated and encouraged. Click here for more information.
