Most venues will remain open for Last Fridays, and many activities will occur as scheduled no matter the forecast. We will only cancel, reschedule, or relocate outdoor activities in the event of dangerous or prohibitive weather. If necessary, we will notify contracted artists and make public announcements on LastFridays.org and social media regarding changes or relocations before 2 PM on event day. Follow us on socials (linked above) to hear first!
RAIN-OR-SHINE
HILLSBOROUGH, NORTH CAROLINA
MARCH - NOVEMBER
6 - 9 PM
This event is only made possible with community support.
KEEP ART CONNECTING COMMUNITY:
Special Notes: Please be sure to respect any signage or requests made by venues participating in Last Fridays to keep yourself and those around you safe. If you feel sick, please stay home.
Details on this page are generally finalized the week before each Last Friday. Stay tuned for updates, signup for our e-newsletter, or follow us on socials to get the most up-to-date event information possible.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30!
OLD COURTHOUSE LAWN
LAST FRIDAYS
MAKERS MARKET!
5:30-8:30 PM
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FALL DANCE PERFORMACE
5:30-6:30 PM
Find rotating, local artists & community groups on the Old Orange County Courthouse lawn (104 E King St), during Last Fridays, 5:30-8:30 PM, May - October 2022!
2022 Last Fridays Makers Market Application is now closed. Already an Approved Vendor? Visit the Vendor Portal to grab a market spot before October's Season Finale!
Find Monarch Movement Company opening for Impulsive Tattoo at the back of the Old Courthouse lawn and sharing pop, hip hop, and improv tap scores for their Fall Dance Performance!
FALL ART TABLE
5:30-7:30 PM
Get inspired with local artist, Natalia Torres del Valle, at September's Makers Market, and create your own nature collection display to capture the beauty of the season! Find Natalia at the back of the Old Courthouse Lawn with everything you need to get started.
LIVE MUSIC
6:45 - 7:45 PM
Impulsive Tattoo is a trio/quartet based in Elon, NC, sharing classic rock, pop hits, folk covers and originals with us this month!
With a a robust rock & blues style reminiscent of great female artists like Linda Ronstadt, Bonnie Raitt, and Carly Simon, Jyl Clayton-Dunn is the band's featured vocalist. Jim Baird is on the bass, lead, and backup vocals. Bill Baucom on guitar and vocals. Bob Christian on cajon and miscellaneous percussion.
RIVER PARK
LIVING ARTS COLLECTIVE
DANCEWAVE!
6-7 PM: Community Drumming Workshop + Kids Painting Workshop
7-7:30 PM: Juggling by Tain Collins + Family Painting
7:30-9 PM: Living Arts DANCEWAVE + Live Painting!
Join the Living Arts Collective for Last Fridays Living Arts Drum Circles; Dancewaves; and various unique, educational and interactive activities in River Park!
No matter what your experience or comfort level is with dance and art, this is your opportunity to move and create as you wish within an intergenerational community space. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Especially children and elders.
*Please register to experience Living Arts in River Park!* LAC offers a suggested donation sliding scale. Please click below to register and support the LAC artists.
POETRY
POETRY "PROSE" SHOWCASE
Hosted by Endlesswill
The goal of this program is to:
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Provide a platform for established poets to share their work.
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Amplify the power of language to paint, electrify, and bridge worlds.
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Empower new poets still nurturing the courage to share their self-expression
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Cultivate a community for the future of HAC’s poetry program, which aims to offer workshops and other resources for emerging artists.
ANNOUNCEMENTS -
COMING SOON
ART WALK VENUES
FRESH GALLERY OPENINGS & RECEPTIONS; LIVE MUSIC; MORE FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES & CRAFTS; & OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH LOCAL HISTORY & COMMUNITY AT ALL PARTICIPATING VENUES DETAILED BELOW!
JAN - NOV
6 - 9 PM
(2022 DATES REMAINING)
AUG 26
SEPT 30
OCT 28
NOV 25
RAIN OR SHINE!
Interactive map, click pins for information.
A Little Something
118 N Churton St
(919) 935-4249
Mon-Sat, 10 AM-5 PM
+ 6-9 PM for Last Fridays!
Need a little something? A Little Something has you covered! Gift store featuring fun, personalized and unique gifts at the perfect price.
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Angel Oak Home Loans
218 S Churton St
(336) 290-4200
Mon-Fri, 9 AM-5 PM
+ 6-9 PM for Last Fridays!
Angel Oak Home Loans has the pleasure of displaying local artist’s painting and photography. The eclectic space welcomes guests and will have some refreshments available.
C3 Hillsborough
128 N Churton St
Mon-Fri, 9-6 PM. 24/7 accessibility for members. + 6-9 PM for Last Fridays!
Co-working space for local small businesses, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and our community!
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Cackalacky Clay at Art Studio Menache
420 Calvin St
(919) 928-4508
Open by appointment or
6-9 PM for Last Fridays!
Stop by the studio to view a variety of pottery and work by Cackalacky Clay!
Coldwell Banker HPW
106 S Churton St
(919) 732-6101
Mon-Sat, 9 AM-6 PM; Sun, 1 PM-4 PM
+ 6-9 PM for Last Fridays!
Come visit and support our talented artist this month, and enjoy some free refreshments!
Eagle Lodge/Masonic Hall
142 W King St
eaglelodge19@gmail.com
Open by appointment only
+ 6-8 PM for Last Fridays!
This 200-year-old Masonic Hall building is hosting programming May - September 2022!
Held at the Historic Eagle Lodge #19, Burwell is proud to partner with the Chapel Hill Historical Society, Morehead Planetarium, Alliance for Historic Hillsborough, Eagle Lodge #19, Hillsborough Rotary Club, Thompson Team Photography, and UNC Wilson Library to bring you a family-friendly experience of artifacts and activities.
