Holiday Shopping on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill, NC
Explore the streets of downtown Chapel Hill on a holiday shopping excursion during your stay or make a special getaway before the Christmas spirit really settles in to get your friends and family unique, handmade, and authentically “Chapel Hill” Christmas gifts they will love. Enjoy the crisp air as fall turns to winter, the savory tastes of a great lunch with a local brew, and the dozens of shops around that give character to the famous streets of Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Plus, you’ll be supporting Chapel Hill’s local economy, supporting artists, retailers, museums, and more and that’s truly the gift that keeps on giving.
From dog food, auto accessories, home décor, and paintings to furniture, souvenirs, and books, Franklin Street has something for everyone. That means make a day out of it and get your holiday shopping done during your stay; then return to the Inn at Governor’s Club for a relaxing evening.
Besides, getting in the gift-giving spirit is bound to happen as you stroll Chapel Hill’s historic streets. From ties to turquoise, the downtown shops offer amazing, one-of-a-kind, original pieces of art, jewelry, tapestries, custom tees, and so much more. And our museums are some of the best locations. Stop in at the Ackland Art Museum, the Botanical Garden at UNC, and Morehead Planetarium and Science Center to browse a huge selection of gifts perfect for kids and family members back home. Find high quality polo shirts, belts, cufflinks, bowties, argyle socks, and more at the Gentlemen’s Corner or Julian’s, and visit the many boutiques, like Uniquities, for your selections of all modern designer clothing for women, jewelry, and other accessories.
On December 2nd, the St. Thomas More Catholic School hosts its 14th annual Christmas Holiday Shoppe Craft Show from 9AM to 4PM. Browse handcrafts and wares from over 60 talented artisans and crafters from around North Carolina if you’re itching to shop for some more North Carolina original pieces. Keep your friends and family in mind as you could find a Christmas gift here for everyone on your list (but check it twice anyway). The Craft show also includes access to live music, a raffle, bake sale, Candy Cane Coffee Bar, and the festive Reindeer Café.
For a full list of shops in downtown Chapel Hill, visit the website and pick by category.
Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership
308 Rosemary St. Suite 202
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
919.967.9440
Christmas Holiday Shoppe Craft Show
St Thomas More Catholic Church
940 Charmichael Street
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
919.929.2241
