Event:   Now Free but Registration Required. Each week we will have a craft & story time. We will read a classic, yet age-appropriate story followed by a craft. We will remain open until 5pm with Open Studio hours for you to do other paid crafts and activities.

Event: Teen writers of all levels from experienced to brand new are invited! Come do writing challenges, share writing tips, play storytelling games, and more! Sharing your work is optional but welcome. Meets the third Tuesday of each month.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library […]

Event: 5-5:30: Grab a snack, a drink, cozy up. 5:30-6:30: Silent reading 6:30-7: chat with other readers or keep reading silently—totally up to you.

Event: Delve deep into the world of Dungeons & Dragons at Highland Recreation Center! Every Wednesday, beginning on August 20, come to the Community Room from 6-8:30 p.m. to participate in this classic role-playing fantasy game. Learn more and register today at hickory.recdesk.com.

Event: On Thursday, September 18, the Downtown Hickory Art Crawl brings artists, art demonstrations and music to Downtown Hickory. Artists will be displaying their creations in a four easy walkable city blocks. There will be pottery, paintings, woodworking, photography and much, much more. Please remember the art work is for sale!   About: A variety of unique retail shops, restaurants, professional offices, […]

Event: Celebrate the rich heritage of American music at Hart Square on Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. on the Education Center lawn Thursdays in September. This series focuses explicitly on original musicians and writers who are inspired by the traditions of the past. Your ticket price helps us to bring regional and national talent to our rural area as well […]

Event: Hosted by Audible Entertainment, Dive Bar High Point's Karaoke Night is the best in Downtown Hickory with great specials and a fun vibe! Doors open at 5pm for all. After 8pm we are 21+ Only. Karaoke starts just after 9pm.

Event: Welcome to a vibrant space where culture, joy, and movement come together with Latino Dance! Our latino dance classes are open to all ages and skill levels — from total beginners to experienced dancers. 🎵 Styles we offer: Salsa Bachata Guajira Merengue Cha-cha-cha And more! 🔥 Why learn latino dance? Passionate, professional instructors High-energy, fun classes Inclusive, community-focused environment […]

🎃✨ They’re BACK! Fall & Halloween Lighted Ceramics – 2nd Annual SPOOK-TACULAR Season! ✨🎃 Back by popular demand—our Fall & Halloween-themed Lighted and Lantern Make & Take Ceramics are here for their 2nd year, and they're better than ever! 🍂👻 Click Read More to See All of the Options. Get ready to light up your home with festive fun! From spooky […]

🧶✨ Chunky Blanket Class – Now in TWO Sizes! ✨🧶 Have you ever dreamed of making your own cozy Chunky Blanket? Now’s your chance! 💕 In this fun, hands-on class, we’ll guide you step by step to create a soft, snuggly masterpiece—using just your hands (no tools needed!).🌟 Choose Your Perfect Size: 🪞 30"x40" Blanket (estimated) – 4 skeins – […]

Performance: Def Leppard's Journey Tribute Band is a vibrant homage to one of rock's most iconic groups, expertly capturing the essence of their electrifying performances. With an unwavering commitment to authenticity, the band delivers a high-energy show that spans not only the beloved hits of Def Leppard but also other legendary acts from the same generation. Each concert is a […]

Event: We will be at this adoption event with lots of cats and kittens available! We also have a line of cat themed jewelry and other items that we sell to raise money for the rescue. All of our cats are fully vetted indoor cats 😉 We do have contacts for barn or warehouse type cats... Vetting includes spay/neuter, rabies, […]

In this hands-on longleaf pine needle basketry workshop, you will have the opportunity to connect with local, natural materials while making a gourd and long leaf pine needle bowl. The class will cover an introduction to working with pine needles, hand-stitching, and coiling techniques – all fundamental elements of learning to make longleaf pine needle baskets. Supplies will be provided.

In this hands-on longleaf pine needle basketry workshop, you will have the opportunity to connect with local, natural materials while making a gourd and long leaf pine needle bowl. The class will cover an introduction to working with pine needles, hand-stitching, and coiling techniques – all fundamental elements of learning to make longleaf pine needle baskets. Supplies will be provided.

Performance: Selwyn calls his style of music “Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues.” He’s a unique and powerful writer and blues guitarist playing and singing with his signature power and room-filling charisma. Let’s welcome him back to Hickory. He’ll be playing the Sam Davis Field on a special Saturday evening event!   About: A variety of unique retail shops, restaurants, professional offices, […]

Event: The Footcandle Film Festival will host an outdoor concert and film screening at the hum in Downtown Hickory on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This event will feature a concert by The Black Tie Event Band, followed by an outdoor screening of “Dreamgirls”.   About: The Hum was manifested from a vision of music, business, and community-minded people to provide […]

Performance: Foreigners Journey amazes audiences worldwide with their high-energy authentic preproduction to Rock and Roll’s iconic legends Foreign and Journey. Mashing the music of these two Arena Best Selling acts packing a double punch for an incredible and memorable night! Featuring legendary top hits and power ballads such as, “Feels Like the first time”, “Hot Blooded”, “Separate Ways”, “I Want […]

Event: Each year, the United States observes National Hispanic Heritage Month “Mes de la Herencia Hispana” from September 15th to October 15th, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was […]