Hillsboro Texas Main Street

09/04/2026

🌶️ THINK YOUR CHILI HAS WHAT IT TAKES? 🌶️

Fire up those pots and bring the heat to Downtown Hillsboro! 🔥

Texas Through Time is hosting a Tolbert Terlingua Chili Group Information OTICCC SANCTIONED CHILI COOKOFF during 🍂 AutumnFest 2026 🍂 on Saturday, October 10! Whether you’re a seasoned cookoff competitor or ready to put your famous chili recipe to the test, we want YOU in the competition!

📍 Downtown Hillsboro
📅 Saturday, October 10
🎉 Part of AutumnFest 2026
🔗 Pre-register at: https://texasthroughtime.org/events/

Come compete, have some fun, and stick around for a full day of vendors, family activities, food, entertainment, and FREE live music in Historic Downtown Hillsboro!

Who’s ready to bring the heat? 🔥🌶️

09/03/2026

📣 HOSTING A SALE OR EVENT SEPT. 18–20? WE’LL HELP PROMOTE IT!

Antique Alley weekend is coming, and Hillsboro Main Street + the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce are creating a community-wide guide for visitors and treasure hunters!

🏷️ Garage & yard sales
🛍️ Swap meets & markets
🎉 Events & things to do

Add yours to the list! 👇
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfNZqrJUvvNIe4DmoQ_W4LuNIr3uNkCujlgvJQNd1qOZ6xZqw/viewform

✨ BONUS: No garage sale permit required Sept. 18–20!

Let’s give Antique Alley Texas shoppers plenty of reasons to explore ALL of Hillsboro! 💛

Antique Alley is a fabulous shopping weekend that takes place biannually in Hillsboro and other select cities in the area. With the fall event fast approaching please register your yard, garage, estate or any sale you are hosting during the dates. This includes individuals, groups, non-profits and l...

09/01/2026

It's the RETURN OF THE CONCERTS at The Yard - Downtown Hillsboro!!!

Happy September and October! I don't know about you, but I'm hopeful for some cooler weather to go along with these great outdoor activity options!

+++ This is a two week countdown til the free outdoor concerts return on Saturday night, 9.5.2026 +++ We'll post additional details and information leading up to the big Texas Flood concert opener, and see you soon in Hillsboro. Stay cool ~ and start inviting your friends.

Texas Flood - Sundae Drivers - Incognito Fan - The Lazy River Band - The 8tracks - Ashmore - Bowling Pin Wh***ey

09/01/2026

📣 **Want to help shape the future of Downtown Hillsboro?**

We currently have **openings on the Hillsboro Main Street Board**, and we’re looking for community-minded individuals who are excited about our historic downtown and want to be part of what comes next!

Board members have the opportunity to share ideas, support downtown revitalization efforts, help guide Main Street initiatives, and play an active role in keeping Downtown Hillsboro a vibrant place to **shop, dine, gather, and grow.** ❤️

If you’ve ever thought, *“I’d love to get more involved downtown,”* this is your chance!

📅 **Applications are due September 7, 2026.**

👉 Apply through the City of Hillsboro’s Boards, Commissions & Committees page (link listed in comments).

08/25/2026

🏷️ Hillsboro, it’s time to clean out those closets, garages & storage sheds!

Antique Alley Texas and Antique Alley Hillsboro is coming Friday & Saturday, September 18–19, and we want to make Hillsboro one BIG treasure-hunting destination! 🛍️✨

Hosting a garage sale, yard sale, church sale, neighborhood sale, swap meet, or other resale event that weekend? This is the perfect time to do it!

🙌 The City of Hillsboro is waiving garage sale permit requirements for Antique Alley weekend, making it even easier to join in the fun.

And even better — we’ll help spread the word! Fill out our Antique Alley Community Sales form, and we’ll add your sale or event to our advertising page so visitors can find you while they’re in town.

📍 Host a sale.
🏷️ Clear out some clutter.
💰 Make a little extra cash.
🚗 Give Antique Alley shoppers even more reasons to explore Hillsboro!

Planning a sale? Fill out the form listed in the comments and get on the list! 👇

The more Hillsboro participates, the more there is to explore! 💛

Fall Antique Alley Texas is quickly approaching! Join us September 18th-20th for your favorite shopping trail. 🍂🛍🌻

Hillsboro residents and business owners are you having a sale during the Antique Alley weekend? Make sure to register at the link below to have your sale promoted to the locals and visitors participating in the event.
------> https://forms.gle/jWxUqMEo8TX9YmzS7

08/21/2026

How about we make “Meet me downtown!” a Hillsboro, TX thing? 💛

✨Lunch with a friend? Meet downtown.
✨Need a gift? Start downtown.
✨Saturday plans? Wander downtown.
✨Coffee date? You know where we’re going.

Our historic downtown is more than a collection of buildings—it’s a place to gather, explore, slow down, and connect with our community.

And every time you choose to spend a little time (and a few dollars!) locally, you’re helping our small businesses continue doing what they do best.

So…who are you meeting downtown this week? Tag them in the comments! 🛍️☕🍴

📸 Photo courtesy of Sheri Hemrick. 🥰

08/21/2026

Proof that even this Texas heat can't keep Bond's Alley from blooming! 🌸🌹🌱

Take a little stroll and see what else may be BLOOMING in downtown! 😎

08/20/2026

🎤 CALLING ALL LOCAL PERFORMERS! 🍂✨

Want to take the stage at AutumnFest in Historic Downtown Hillsboro on Saturday, October 10?

We’re looking for local talent to help fill our daytime entertainment lineup! Dance teams, cheer squads, school groups, performance groups, musicians, and more — we’d love to showcase YOU! 🧡

If your group is interested in performing, email us at [email protected]! Performance times will be scheduled as our lineup fills.

🍁 AutumnFest | October 10
📍 Historic Downtown Hillsboro

Come show off your talent and be part of one of our favorite fall traditions! 🎶🍂