Seasonal Best Bets

Our tree lined streets are now covered in yellow and orange with the fall leaves. Soon chilly temps will be upon us and if we are lucky, we will see some snow! UNC- Chapel Hill is a gorgeous site to behold under a blanket of white. But until then, we'll enjoy the outdoors at festivals, markets and art walks. Of course, if the weather doesn't cooperate, there are still exciting things to do inside.  There is plenty to celebrate in the communities of Orange County, NC! We celebrate our artists, our food and our farms. We come together to celebrate our cultural diversity. And we invite you to join us!. Scroll down and plan your visit around these best bets for WINTER. For a complete listing, jump to the Events Calendar. 

Aspiring astronomers and star gazers will delight in the star shows at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. Among the fifteen some shows, The Longest Night: A Winter's Tale is a seasonal classic. It's a story of courage, generosity and renewal. The show is best for children ages 7 and older and their families. 

Celebrate the Chinese New Year in downtown Chapel Hill. The Chapel Hill LIGHTUP Lunar New Year 2020 will celebrate the Year of the Rat on February 2nd from 12:30 PM to 6 PM at 140 W. Franklin Street. FREE!

For evenings to remember, PlayMakers Repertory Company and Carolina Performing Arts Center bring music, dance, Broadway and comedy to Chapel Hill via nationally and internationally acclaimed artists.

Catch a basketball game in person or at one of our sports bars. Warning though - It gets a little mad around here especially during a UNC - Duke game! 

The Second Friday ArtWalk is a great way to experience the local art scene in Carrboro and Chapel Hill. Many venues offer refreshments and live entertainment. Best of all, it's at your leisure and FREE. 

Stop by any of our Farmers Markets open Saturdays all year long. Visit Things to Do Farm Life & Markets for a list of our farmers and markets (scroll all the way down).