HILLSBOROUGH ARTS COUNCIL

Solstice walkers along the Riverwalk bridge at night, their lanterns leaving colorful light trails.

Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, 5-8 PM

Ticket registration is now LIVE! Whether walking in the procession or enjoying Solstice Market and performances, registering for a ticket is required to attend this event.

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Solstice Lantern
Walk

Photography courtesy of Hillsborough Photographer, Green Rabbit Photography, Ryan Dwyer, and Durham_Cool.

The Who Is You

Art and community are easily the best parts about life in Hillsborough, NC, and the limit of your Arts Council is up to you! Our work thrives on your energy, enthusiasm, and support.

Every dollar you donate to HAC directly impacts our ability to sustain the FREE community arts events & programs that color life in Hillsborough and provide ongoing opportunities for local artists.

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SOLSTICE VOLUNTEERS WANTED

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HAC Bulletin

Events & Programs

HAC Gallery & Gift Shop

Ongoing HAC's retail shop & exhibition space featuring local artists and craftspeople.

Last Fridays & the Art Walk

March - November 2025 Last Fridays & the Art Walk occur on the last Friday of each month, March-October, Hillsborough-wide and feature live music, dance, poetry, gallery exhibitions, Makers Markets, and much more!

Solstice Lantern Walk

Saturday, December 20, 2025 A peaceful community event and lantern procession along Hillsborough's Riverwalk in celebration of Winter Solstice. Lantern kits go on sale mid-November in the HAC Gallery & Gift Shop.