A B O UT TOWN EVENTS NOT TO MISS
Compiled by Ben Brickner EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE; CHECK WITH ORGANIZERS PRIOR TO ATTENDING
The Gala secufamilyhouse.org SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals hosts its annual gala at The Carolina Club. Guests will
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enjoy a cocktail reception, silent and live auction, seated dinner, brief program and music and dancing. All proceeds from the event will support Family House guests and help provide lodging, transportation and meals for those patients who SEPT. would otherwise have to travel 13 great distances to 6-11 P.M. receive treatment. Held this year at The Carolina Club, the SECU Family House at UNC Hospitals Gala raises critical funds for the nonprofit during a night of drinks, dinner and dancing.
Hillsborough Hog Day
Carrboro 10K
Empty Bowls
hogday.org Dating back to 1983, Orange County’s largest and oldest event returns again for two days of food and beverages, live music, handmade crafts, a barbecue contest, kid-friendly activities and more. Plus, check out the life-sized pig parade and vote for your favorite decorated one! All of the proceeds will support schools and nonprofits in the county.
runsignup.com Join in the second race of the Le Tour de Carrboro series, which marks its 20th year in Carrboro! The 10K begins at McDougle Middle School and winds through neighborhoods, passing the Carrboro Community Garden, Carrboro Elementary School and Lanza’s Cafe. Proceeds from race registration go to supporting local nonprofits.
tablenc.org Join Table for its 12th annual fundraiser at the Carrboro Town Commons, featuring dinner and desserts, as well as live music and your choice of a handcrafted bowl made by local artists. This year, the organization hopes to exceed last year’s proceeds of $350,000, furthering its efforts to provide healthy meals to the children of Orange County.
Sept. 13-14
Outlandish Hillsborough Scottish Festival Sept. 28, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
historichillsborough.org Celebrate Hillsborough’s rich Scottish heritage with live music, bagpipes, storytelling, traditional dancing and interactive activities at this festival for all ages at Ayr Mount! Plus, visit the Alexander Dickson House to join a walking tour, dance with fairies or taste whisky poured by Yonder: Southern Cocktails and Brew. 10
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Oct. 5, 8 a.m.
Historic Hillsborough Half-Marathon and 5K Oct. 6, 7 a.m.
hillsboroughhalf.com Hillsborough Running Club hosts this
scenic race designed to showcase many of the town’s historic sites, starting at the Eno River Farmers Market. Both routes pass by the Old Orange County Courthouse, the Burwell School Historic Site, Margaret Lane Cemetery and Occaneechi Indian Village.
September/October 2024
Oct. 6
Design Matters 2024 Oct. 7-8
designmattersnc.com The philanthropic event series returns to The Carolina Inn with a keynote luncheon, a morning lecture complete with a book signing and tea, a pop-up shop, table settings crafted by renowned interior and floral designers and a showcase of artwork contributed by various artists. All proceeds benefit the Fitch Family Comprehensive Pediatric Rehabilitation Program at UNC Children’s Hospital. CHM