July 2018
“Story, Myth and Magic” by Paperhand – Opening Reception
Get up close and personal with some of Paperhand’s award winning creatures and characters this month at The ArtsCenter. This event is free!
“Bold Standard” by Kathleen Grebe – Opening Reception
Kathleen Grebe breaks jewelry tradition with large-scale statement pieces made of laser cut lucite. This event is free!
November 2018
Truth + Tamales
The inaugural session of Truth + Tamales, a community engaged art project and social practice that strives to be a change agent for a more inclusive culture in Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Orange County.
Flip the Script: A Play in Progress Workshop (Presented by Black Poetry Theatre)
Black Poetry Theatre is offering the chance for guests to hear an early preview of their production, "Flip The Script: A Play in Progress."
December 2018
Ellis Dyson and the Shambles NYE Party
Join us for a rockin' New Year's Eve with old-time favorites Ellis Dyson and The Shambles and singer Katharine Whalen playing the music of the Squirrel Nut Zippers.
Buy ticketsJanuary 2019
Fafnir Adamites: Artist Talk and Demonstration
Visiting artist Fafnir Adamites hosts a free talk and hands-on demonstration. Her work utilizes traditional craft processes – such as feltmaking, weaving, and papermaking – to create starkly geometric sculptures and meditations on trauma.
February 2019
Truth + Tamales
Truth + Tamales is a community engaged art project and social practice that strives to be a change agent for a more inclusive culture in Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Orange County.
March 2019
La Patronal Peruvian Dance Workshop
La Patronal presents a FREE Peruvian Dance Workshop prior to their concert!
April 2019
The 4th Annual Always Inspiring Gala
Join us for a sensational evening of dinner and drinks, live and silent auction, and a chance to support The ArtsCenter and our work in our community!
Buy ticketsJune 2019
The Singing OUT Tour 2019 with Crys Matthews and Heather Mae featuring JJ Jones and Joe Stevens
Social justice music-makers Heather Mae and Crys Matthews, alongside JJ Jones (Girlyman) and Joe Stevens (Coyote Grace) bring The Singing OUT Tour to Carrboro as part of Carrboro Pride! Jamie Anderson opens.
Buy ticketsDecember 2019
13th Annual Elf Market
The Elf Market is The ArtsCenter’s annual holiday craft market, featuring handmade goods from local artisans, hands-on craft activities for children and their families, and festive refreshments!
March 2020
*CANCELLED* A Celebration of the Life and Work of Junius Irving Scales
An Open conversation about the life and times of Junius Irving Scales, a Southern pioneer who organized for labor and civil rights.
*CANCELLED* A Celebration of the Life and Work of Junius Irving Scales
A performance of “I Go On Singing,” a tribute to Paul Robeson in Words and Song, with a pre-performance presentation by Professor Tony Perucci and a post-performance discussion.
December 2020
14th Annual Elf Market
The Elf Market is The ArtsCenter's annual holiday craft market that brings together artists and vendors from around the Triangle and raises money for our Youth Programs! This year in a new, socially distanced venue.
14th Annual Elf Market
The Elf Market is The ArtsCenter's annual holiday craft market that brings together artists and vendors from around the Triangle and raises money for our Youth Programs! This year in a new, socially distanced venue.
Live Stream: Holiday Circle Show
The Holiday Circle show is a Carrboro tradition that brings together the finest of North Carolina's folk and bluegrass musicians for a seasonal celebration. This year's event will be livestreamed from The ArtsCenter's Wynn Theatre.
Buy ticketsJanuary 2021
Our New Home: Focus Group
Participate in a virtual focus group about our new building with architects EVOKE Studio.
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Our New Home: Focus Group
Participate in a virtual focus group about our new building with architects EVOKE Studio.
Buy ticketsAugust 2021
Tim Carless Memorial
A celebration of the life and work of beloved Carrboro musician and frequent ArtsCenter collaborator Tim Carless. *Update-This event for Tim Carless at The ArtsCenter has been moved to outside at Carrboro's MLK park from 3-5 on August 29th. The Cat's Cradle performance has also been postponed.