Promoting and strengthening the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina
Chapel Hill’s beloved arts festival returns with three events this October. Each market will take place at 140 West Franklin Street and will feature a distinct and eclectic mix of experiences. Save the dates and join us for all three!
Are you a local nonprofit organization with a great idea for an arts or cultural project? Want to collaborate with a local artist to create something amazing for our community? If so, check out the Town’s Arts & Culture Award program! You can apply for funding for the following types of projects: - Community festivals... Read More →
In the season inspired by eating and giving, we’re bringing together an array of local food trucks and non-profits for a community picnic.
In the season inspired by eating and giving, we’re bringing the community together for a picnic. Grab a bite from local food trucks, hang out with awesome nonprofits, and donate to our food and toiletry drive!
Join us for a festive, entertaining, safe, and inclusive community parade to celebrate the winter holiday season. Stake out your curbside spot and watch arts, cultural, and community groups parade down Franklin Street. The parade will begin at Chapel Hill's 140 West Plaza and end at Carrboro Town Hall.
Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture is hosting an afternoon filled with rest, relaxation, and wagging tails! Learn about the work of local animal shelters while playing with puppies searching for their forever homes. Plus, immerse yourself in the spring season by picking up flowers from local farmers’ market vendors. Need to recharge? Grab some... Read More →
May the 4th be with you! Join Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture for a fun, free movie screening of Star Wars: A New Hope in Downtown Chapel Hill! Put your Star Wars knowledge to the test with a round of trivia and come adorned in your best Star Wars attire for a costume contest... Read More →
"Wear your colors. Wave your flag. Walk with PRIDE! Chapel Hill is kicking off Pride Month with a Pride Promenade on Saturday, June 1 at 12pm. We’ll march from Peace & Justice Plaza to 140 West Plaza for a celebration of LGBTQIA+ community, complete with local art vendors, nonprofits, and food trucks. Learn more: https://www.chapelhillarts.org/calendar/pride-promenade/... Read More →
Celebrate Black community and culture at the annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Celebration! Join us at Hargraves Community Center on Sunday, June 16, 2pm-6pm. Watch live performances, hear oral histories, and meet local small businesses and nonprofits. We’ll have special activities for the kids and food trucks sure to hit the spot. Learn more at chapelhillcarrborojuneteenth.com
The Chapel Hill July 4th Celebration returns once again to Southern Community Park! Bring the whole crew and gather for a show of red, bright, and blue! Parking begins at 7pm and fireworks start at 9pm. Visit chapelhillarts.org for more viewing, parking, and shuttle details.
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