Jingle and Joy Weekend 2026
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Hillsborough invites you to enjoy the magic of the season during our Jingle & Joy Holiday Weekend! This FREE two-day celebration is packed with cheer for all ages.
🎅 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
Kick off the holiday fun at the Hillsborough Visitor Center with Photos with Santa, Reading with Mrs. Claus (3:30 PM), Photos with Santa (3:45 - 5:15PM), a Multicultural Holidays Fair, and delicious treats for sale! 🎅🏼
At 5:30 PM, join a group procession to the Historic Orange County Courthouse for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, where we’ll light up downtown with holiday spirit! 🎄
🎄 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6
Enjoy one of Hillsborough’s favorite traditions: the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade, filled with floats, music, and merry surprises for the whole family!
Kick off the afternoon with the Running of the Elves at 4:00 PM and watch the floats go by starting at 4:20 PM.
🎅 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
Kick off the holiday fun at the Hillsborough Visitor Center with Photos with Santa, Reading with Mrs. Claus (3:30 PM), Photos with Santa (3:45 - 5:15PM), a Multicultural Holidays Fair, and delicious treats for sale! 🎅🏼
At 5:30 PM, join a group procession to the Historic Orange County Courthouse for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, where we’ll light up downtown with holiday spirit! 🎄
🎄 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6
Enjoy one of Hillsborough’s favorite traditions: the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Parade, filled with floats, music, and merry surprises for the whole family!
Kick off the afternoon with the Running of the Elves at 4:00 PM and watch the floats go by starting at 4:20 PM.
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Where is it happening?
150 E King Street, Hillsborough, NC, United States, North Carolina 27278
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Host or PublisherThe Alliance for Historic Hillsborough
