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SUMMARY:Autolawn Euro Classic Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nIn celebration of Hickory Museum of Art’s 80th Anniversary\, this year’s theme will be “Totally 80’s Autolawn Party”! We’ll have everything you love about The Autolawn Party — live music\, beer garden\, food trucks\, children’s art activities\, raffles\, and awards ceremony — along with some new tubular additions to our “like\, totally awesome” event. So break out your Member’s Only jacket\, acid-washed jeans\, and mix tapes and join us on October 5th\, 2024 from 10am-3pm! Early Registration is available Monday\, August 5 – Friday\, September 6\, for a $40 Entry Fee. Standard Registration is Saturday\, September 7 – Saturday\, October 5\, for a $45 Entry Fee. \n  \nAbout: \n\nA variety of unique retail shops\, restaurants\, professional offices\, and entertainment venues are located in a park-like setting in the heart of Hickory. Outdoor dining enables you to experience the seasons in North Carolina’s foothills while consuming the cuisine of award-winning chefs. The community theatre and downtown cinema are a short walk from downtown’s free parking.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/autolawn-euro-classic-car-show/
LOCATION:SALT Block Foundation\, 243 3rd Ave NE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Ciao Hickory Italian Festival
DESCRIPTION:Ciao Hickory is proud to present the very first Italian festival in Hickory: a non-profit event that will bring people together celebrating Italian culture\, food\, music\, art and heritage. \nWhen?\nOn the 4th of October 2025\, from 11AM to 9PM \nWhere?\n1936/1934 16th Street NE\, Hickory\, NC 28601
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/ciao-hickory-italian-festival/
LOCATION:See Description\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164822
CREATED:20250923T174350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T183604Z
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SUMMARY:Conover’s BOOtiful Bash
DESCRIPTION:It’s coming back!!\n🎃👻 Conover’s Boo-tiful Downtown Bash! 👻🎃 \nJoin us for a spooktacular celebration! Get ready for an enchanting day filled with family-friendly fun and festive activities. Fall festival games\, trunk or treat\, a costume contest\, food trucks\, bounce houses\, characters\, and vendors. \nVisit downtown shops before or during the event for a Monster Hunt! \nDate: October 4th\nTime: 3pm – 6pm\nLocation: Conover City Park \nDon’t miss out on this fang-tastic event that promises an unforgettable Halloween experience for all ages! \nFree Event: This event is absolutely FREE for all attendees. There are no admission fees or ticket charges. \nPartnerships: If you wish to be a vendor\, trunk or treat\, or support us through partnership please visit our website to signup! \nConoverCommunityPartners.com/bootifulbash \nYour generosity is greatly appreciated and contributes to fees associated with the event! \nMark Your Calendar\, if you dare! 👻🎃 \nMore details are on our Facebook Event: \nhttps://facebook.com/events/s/conovers-boo-tiful-bash/1053186817020066/
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/conovers-bootiful-bash/
LOCATION:Conover Station\, 409 4th St SE\, Conover\, NC\, 28613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Community,Entertainment,Fairs,Festivals,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conover Community Partners":MAILTO:Info@ConoverCommunityPartners.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164822
CREATED:20250523T173618Z
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nThe annual Oktoberfest is the second weekend of October. Having been co-founded by a German\, Adolphus “Dolph” Shuford\, Hickory has a long\, proud German heritage. Home to the United States headquarters for several German companies and sharing a region-to-region partnership between Altenburger Land\, Germany\, and the four Greater Hickory Metro counties of Alexander\, Burke\, Caldwell\, and Catawba\, our connection to Germany has never left us. \n  \nFeature: \nPepper Lewis & The Big Chiefs \n  \nAbout: \nA variety of unique retail shops\, restaurants\, professional offices\, and entertainment venues are located in a park-like setting in the heart of Hickory. Outdoor dining enables you to experience the seasons in North Carolina’s foothills while consuming the cuisine of award-winning chefs. The community theatre and downtown cinema are a short walk from downtown’s free parking.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Under the Sails\, 246 Union Square NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Attractions,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Downtown Development Association":MAILTO:info@downtownhickory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T160000
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CREATED:20250724T142530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T142530Z
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SUMMARY:43rd Annual Molasses Festival
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nWe’re excited to host the 43rd Annual Molasses Festival on October 11\, 2025\, from 9am-4pm! Located on the property of Sims Country BBQ\, the Molasses Festival has fun for the entire family! Bring a lawn chair\, and stay all day for live bluegrass\, vendors\, demonstrations\, and more! Click “interested” or “going” to let us know you’re coming and get updates about the festival. \nWe’ll have food and drinks for sale on site – no outside food or drinks and absolutely no alcohol. For the safety of your pet and our guests\, please leave your dogs and other animals at home. \nAdmission is $3 per person ages 4 & up.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/43rd-annual-molasses-festival/
LOCATION:Sims Country BBQ\, 6160 Petra Mill Rd\, Granite Falls\, NC\, 28630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Kids & Family,Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T230000
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CREATED:20250523T173824Z
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nThe annual Oktoberfest is the second weekend of October. Having been co-founded by a German\, Adolphus “Dolph” Shuford\, Hickory has a long\, proud German heritage. Home to the United States headquarters for several German companies and sharing a region-to-region partnership between Altenburger Land\, Germany\, and the four Greater Hickory Metro counties of Alexander\, Burke\, Caldwell\, and Catawba\, our connection to Germany has never left us. \n  \nFeature: \nAbby Bryant \n  \nAbout: \nA variety of unique retail shops\, restaurants\, professional offices\, and entertainment venues are located in a park-like setting in the heart of Hickory. Outdoor dining enables you to experience the seasons in North Carolina’s foothills while consuming the cuisine of award-winning chefs. The community theatre and downtown cinema are a short walk from downtown’s free parking.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/oktoberfest-2/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Under the Sails\, 246 Union Square NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Attractions,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Downtown Development Association":MAILTO:info@downtownhickory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250523T173900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T173900Z
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nThe annual Oktoberfest is the second weekend of October. Having been co-founded by a German\, Adolphus “Dolph” Shuford\, Hickory has a long\, proud German heritage. Home to the United States headquarters for several German companies and sharing a region-to-region partnership between Altenburger Land\, Germany\, and the four Greater Hickory Metro counties of Alexander\, Burke\, Caldwell\, and Catawba\, our connection to Germany has never left us. \n  \nFeature: \nUnspoken Tradition \n  \nAbout: \nA variety of unique retail shops\, restaurants\, professional offices\, and entertainment venues are located in a park-like setting in the heart of Hickory. Outdoor dining enables you to experience the seasons in North Carolina’s foothills while consuming the cuisine of award-winning chefs. The community theatre and downtown cinema are a short walk from downtown’s free parking.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/oktoberfest-3/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Under the Sails\, 246 Union Square NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Attractions,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Downtown Development Association":MAILTO:info@downtownhickory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T170000
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CREATED:20250605T160922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T204345Z
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SUMMARY:Taylorsville Apple Festival
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nThe festival boasts 3 entertainment stages: The Main Stage on the courthouse lawn\, the Gospel Stage at the west end of the festival\, and the Childrens’ Stage on the east end of the festival. The Kid’s Korner is the biggest draw for our younger attendees. The Kid’s Korner has hosted in the past\, pony rides\, mechanical bucking bull rides\, pitching booths\, numerous professional inflatables\, puppet shows\, music and much more. Food vendors surround the courthouse emitting some of the most wonderful smells and best tasting food you’ll find in the Carolinas. One can find\, chopped barbeque\, eggrolls\, hamburgers and hotdogs\, barbeque chicken\, Italian sausages\, and the list goes on. The Taylorsville Apple Festival was started in 1988 by the Sugar Loaf Community Association. The Taylorsville Hometown Development Association took it over in 1996 with approximately 35 exhibits that year. The festival has steadily grown to the stage it now is with an estimated 35\,000 attendees. The festival now hosts over 400 booths including rides. \n  \nAbout: \nAlexander County was established in 1847\, the year of the first sale of land in the county seat (Taylorsville). With the proceeds from the sale\, the first courthouse was built on the present site. When the Civil War began\, Alexander County was 14 years old. The 1860 population was 5\,837; yet Alexander County ranked high per capita in the number of Confederate soldiers serving in the war. The county is named in honor of the Alexander family who were leaders in Colonial North Carolina. Taylorsville is the namesake of either John Louis Taylor\, Carolina agriculturist and political philosopher\, or General Zachary Taylor\, the 12th president of the United States.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/taylorsville-apple-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Taylorsville\, Main Ave Drive\, Taylorsville\, NC\, 28681\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T180000
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CREATED:20251014T202806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T202806Z
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SUMMARY:College Avenue Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us on College Avenue as welcome Fall to downtown! Shops will have local vendors\, art classes\, music\, beer and wine tastings and much more!\nCelebrate Fall with us as welcome kickoff the season of color and cooler weather!\n\nLocation:\n19 N College Ave\nNewton\, NC
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/college-avenue-fall-fest/
LOCATION:See Description\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food & Drinks,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="2 Pink Magnolias Gift Boutique":MAILTO:customerservice@2pinkmagnolias.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250523T162056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T162056Z
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SUMMARY:40th Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nTo enter Hart Square Village on festival day is to enter the early 1800s. Hart Square bustles with over three hundred knowledgeable artisans and historic demonstrators dressed in period clothing. Our artisans truly bring the village to life by sharing the craftsmanship and subsistence of Carolina’s pioneers. Visitors will witness everything from flax making\, cotton baling\, and tinsmithing to apple butter making and the sweet sounds of old-time music. Hart Square Village is the nation’s largest collection of historic log structures. On festival day\, all 103 historic structures will be open! North Carolina artist Bob Timberlake says\, “I’ve visited Colonial Williamsburg\, almost grew up in Old Salem\, and I’ve seen other restored places all over North America\, and nothing compares with Hart Square Village just south of Hickory.” We boast the most talented and authentic demonstrators in the country and know you will agree with us when you join us at the 40th Heritage Festival. (Adults: $50\, Youth 13-18: $25\, Child 12 & under: Free) \n  \nAbout: \nHart Square Foundation is responsible for the historic preservation of Hart Square Village and the conservation of traditional and regional arts. They host mission-driven public events year-round\, offer folklife classes and K-12 educational programming\, and welcome members Tuesday through Saturday through our membership program.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/40th-heritage-festival/
LOCATION:Hart Square Village\, 5055 Hope Road\, Vale\, NC\, 28168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250923T175355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T192338Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness on the Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the TK Training & Wellness on the Rocks! \nWe’re thrilled to announce the upcoming Wellness on the Rocks hosted by TK Training & Wellness\, happening on Saturday\, November 8th from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at The Hum in downtown Hickory. \nThis exciting community event will showcase a diverse lineup of health and wellness vendors\, all committed to helping you live your healthiest\, happiest life. You’ll find everything from fitness and nutrition to mental health support\, holistic healing\, natural products\, and more. \n✨ Throughout the day\, enjoy engaging pop-up health sessions led by health and wellness local experts! \n🎶 Enjoy live music\, grab a bite from local food trucks\, and experience a vibrant\, wellness-focused atmosphere right in the heart of Hickory. \nWhether you’re a local business looking to connect or a wellness enthusiast eager to discover new resources\, this festival is the perfect place to be. \nDon’t miss your chance to be part of this high-energy\, health-centered event! \n📍 Location: The Hum\, 223 2nd Ave SW\, Hickory\, NC 28602📅 Date: Saturday\, November 8th⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nWe’re currently welcoming vendors—secure your spot today!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/wellness-festival/
LOCATION:The Hum\, 227 2nd Ave SW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Entertainment,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music,Retail,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250523T181049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T181049Z
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SUMMARY:Fall After Market Sale
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nBefore you settle in for the winter months\, don’t miss out on the most popular sale of the year\, the Fall After Market Sale. Shoppers love discovering exclusive Market samples from previous High Point Markets and factory overruns and clearance pieces at significantly reduced pricing. Find unique items\, perfect for those searching for that special one-of-a-kind piece. These items will only be available for a limited time before they disappear. With immediate availability and additional discounts on custom orders and already drastically reduced clearance products\, this is an event that you do not want to miss. \n  \nAbout: \nToday\, Hickory Furniture Mart’s expansive complex is comprised of four levels housing 100 factory outlets\, custom order stores\, and manufacturers’ galleries\, representing nearly 1\,000 of the most recognizable brand names in the furniture industry. The Mart also offers an onsite hotel as well as a gourmet café and a coffeehouse with Wi-Fi internet access. The premier manufacturers represented throughout the Mart include most major quality domestic and international manufacturers\, accessories\, fabrics\, lighting\, rugs\, wall coverings\, and additional home furnishings. \n 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/fall-after-market-sale/
LOCATION:Hickory Furniture Mart\, 2220 Hwy 70 SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250725T202930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T202930Z
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SUMMARY:21st Annual Veterans Festival & Parade
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nWe are excited to welcome you to join us on Main Street in Catawba for the 201st Annual Veterans Festival & Parade! Stay tuned for more details!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/21st-annual-veterans-festival-parade/
LOCATION:Town of Catawba\, 102 First Street NW\, Catawba\, NC\, 28609\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Entertainment,Festivals,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250523T181110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T005935Z
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SUMMARY:Fall After Market Sale
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nBefore you settle in for the winter months\, don’t miss out on the most popular sale of the year\, the Fall After Market Sale. Shoppers love discovering exclusive Market samples from previous High Point Markets and factory overruns and clearance pieces at significantly reduced pricing. Find unique items\, perfect for those searching for that special one-of-a-kind piece. These items will only be available for a limited time before they disappear. With immediate availability and additional discounts on custom orders and already drastically reduced clearance products\, this is an event that you do not want to miss. \n  \nAbout: \nToday\, Hickory Furniture Mart’s expansive complex is comprised of four levels housing 100 factory outlets\, custom order stores\, and manufacturers’ galleries\, representing nearly 1\,000 of the most recognizable brand names in the furniture industry. The Mart also offers an onsite hotel as well as a gourmet café and a coffeehouse with Wi-Fi internet access. The premier manufacturers represented throughout the Mart include most major quality domestic and international manufacturers\, accessories\, fabrics\, lighting\, rugs\, wall coverings\, and additional home furnishings. \n 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/fall-after-market-sale-2/
LOCATION:Hickory Furniture Mart\, 2220 Hwy 70 SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250523T181126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T181126Z
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SUMMARY:Fall After Market Sale
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nBefore you settle in for the winter months\, don’t miss out on the most popular sale of the year\, the Fall After Market Sale. Shoppers love discovering exclusive Market samples from previous High Point Markets and factory overruns and clearance pieces at significantly reduced pricing. Find unique items\, perfect for those searching for that special one-of-a-kind piece. These items will only be available for a limited time before they disappear. With immediate availability and additional discounts on custom orders and already drastically reduced clearance products\, this is an event that you do not want to miss. \n  \nAbout: \nToday\, Hickory Furniture Mart’s expansive complex is comprised of four levels housing 100 factory outlets\, custom order stores\, and manufacturers’ galleries\, representing nearly 1\,000 of the most recognizable brand names in the furniture industry. The Mart also offers an onsite hotel as well as a gourmet café and a coffeehouse with Wi-Fi internet access. The premier manufacturers represented throughout the Mart include most major quality domestic and international manufacturers\, accessories\, fabrics\, lighting\, rugs\, wall coverings\, and additional home furnishings. \n 
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/fall-after-market-sale-3/
LOCATION:Hickory Furniture Mart\, 2220 Hwy 70 SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals,Retail
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T141500Z
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SUMMARY:Lowes Foods Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nThe City of Hickory hosts its annual holiday season kick-off event\, the Lowes Foods Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting\, on the Friday before Thanksgiving. The festivities begin at 5:45pm with the Fallen Soldiers kicking off the official parade at 6pm. Lowes Foods has been the sponsor of this festive event since the first year. At the conclusion of the parade\, Santa’s float will stop at Union Square so he can light the Christmas tree in Downtown Hickory. \n  \nAbout: \nA variety of unique retail shops\, restaurants\, professional offices\, and entertainment venues are located in a park-like setting in the heart of Hickory. Outdoor dining enables you to experience the seasons in North Carolina’s foothills while consuming the cuisine of award-winning chefs. The community theatre and downtown cinema are a short walk from downtown’s free parking.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/lowes-foods-christmas-parade-tree-lighting/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Under the Sails\, 246 Union Square NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Downtown Development Association":MAILTO:info@downtownhickory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250531T191713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T191713Z
UID:10001814-1763821800-1763836200@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Winter Carnival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Event: \n\n\nJoin us in the heart of Downtown Morganton for the Winter Carnival\, ice carving and lighting of downtown! \n\n\n  \nAbout: \n\n\nDowntown Morganton is the heart of the City. The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Morganton is blessed with scenic rural landscapes\, abundant outdoor adventure venues\, wonderful shopping and dining opportunities\, a thriving downtown music and art scene\, and a state-of-the-art performing arts center.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/winter-carnival-2025/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Morganton\, 102 E Union St\, Morganton\, NC\, 28655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20251102T233446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T233446Z
UID:10013252-1764327600-1764349200@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Marketplace at B Chord Live
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Marketplace at B Chord Live!  Located at 47 Duke St. in the “old Pepsi plant” where there is plenty of indoor space to shop for the holidays!  We’ll have ~ 20 booths available each day. Come hungry\, enjoy a delicious meal and tasty cold drink\, and support your local businesses. Live music all day as well\, 11am – 5pm each day. \nVENDORS APPLY HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfWPCm1tWLHHE1Vb908KQFqiZWB0URv8Ur_pvOfgqtZdh9VQ/viewform?pli=1
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/holiday-marketplace-at-b-chord-live/2025-11-28/
LOCATION:B Chord Live\, 47 Duke St.\, Granite Falls\, NC\, 28630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Attractions,Community,Entertainment,Fairs,Farmers Markets,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music,Open House,Performing Arts,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20251102T233446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T233446Z
UID:10013253-1764414000-1764435600@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Marketplace at B Chord Live
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Marketplace at B Chord Live!  Located at 47 Duke St. in the “old Pepsi plant” where there is plenty of indoor space to shop for the holidays!  We’ll have ~ 20 booths available each day. Come hungry\, enjoy a delicious meal and tasty cold drink\, and support your local businesses. Live music all day as well\, 11am – 5pm each day. \nVENDORS APPLY HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfWPCm1tWLHHE1Vb908KQFqiZWB0URv8Ur_pvOfgqtZdh9VQ/viewform?pli=1
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/holiday-marketplace-at-b-chord-live/2025-11-29/
LOCATION:B Chord Live\, 47 Duke St.\, Granite Falls\, NC\, 28630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Attractions,Community,Entertainment,Fairs,Farmers Markets,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family,Live Music,Open House,Performing Arts,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20251104T014029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T014029Z
UID:10013634-1764954000-1764968400@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Light Up The Town
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to our annual Light Up the Town event in Downtown Newton on December 5\, 2025\, located around 1924 Courthouse Square!\nFamilies are invited to stroll the streets of Downtown Newton and enjoy holiday music\, maidens dancing\, kettle corn\, s’mores\, and so much more! We’ll have more information in the weeks to come\, so mark your calendar now\, and we’ll see you there!\nWe look forward to seeing you during the 2025 holiday season!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/light-up-the-town/
LOCATION:Downtown Newton Development Association\, 135 N College Ave\, Newton\, NC\, 28658\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Newton Development Association":MAILTO:myount@newtonnc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20250523T174458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T174458Z
UID:10001497-1765029600-1765036800@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:6th Annual Downtown Hickory Cookie Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nTickets for the Cookie Crawl will be available closer to the date! Be sure to check back! Once you’ve purchased your ticket\, bring your receipt to the HDDA tent on Union Square\, December 6\, from 2 to 3 pm\, to receive your Cookie Crawl Passport & Map! Follow the crumbs to collect different holiday-inspired cookies! It’s the perfect way to enjoy Downtown Hickory\, AND leave with a bag of treats! \n  \nAbout: \nA variety of unique retail shops\, restaurants\, professional offices\, and entertainment venues are located in a park-like setting in the heart of Hickory. Outdoor dining enables you to experience the seasons in North Carolina’s foothills while consuming the cuisine of award-winning chefs. The community theatre and downtown cinema are a short walk from downtown’s free parking.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/6th-annual-downtown-hickory-cookie-crawl/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Under the Sails\, 246 Union Square NW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Downtown Development Association":MAILTO:info@downtownhickory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20260301T030608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T030608Z
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SUMMARY:Hickory Home & Garden Show
DESCRIPTION:If you’re planning a home project — or just looking for fresh ideas — the Hickory Home & Garden Show returns to the Hickory Metro Convention Center this weekend with inspiration for every part of your home. \nMore than 60 exhibitors will be on hand showcasing remodeling solutions\, outdoor living ideas\, landscaping services\, home products\, and specialty items. It’s a chance to meet trusted local professionals face to face\, compare options\, and gather ideas all in one place. \n\nA Must-See Feature Exhibit\nOne of the biggest highlights this year is an impressive indoor outdoor-living installation created by Morganton Ponds & Hardscapes. They’ve built a complete outdoor oasis inside the convention center featuring: \n\n\nFlowing fountains \n\n\nA hardscape patio with pergola \n\n\nA fireplace with a built-in pizza oven \n\n\nA stunning koi pond with live fish \n\n\nIt’s a unique feature that brings outdoor living ideas to life. \n\nLearn from the Experts\nThroughout the weekend\, exhibitors will host informative seminars designed to help homeowners make smart decisions. Topics include: \n\n\nLandscape design ideas \n\n\nInterior design trends \n\n\nPlanning a successful home project \n\n\nWaterproofing and crawlspace protection \n\n\nExtending the life of your roof \n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\nOne of the biggest challenges homeowners face is knowing who to trust when hiring for home projects. The Home & Garden Show helps remove that uncertainty by putting real people and real businesses face to face. \nWhether you’re planning a renovation\, improving outdoor spaces\, or simply gathering ideas\, the show offers practical inspiration and local connections.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/hickory-home-garden-show/
LOCATION:Hickory Metro Convention Center\, 1960 13th Ave Dr SE\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals,Kids & Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Shows":MAILTO:office@hickoryshows.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20260309T101151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T101151Z
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Day at Dive Bar
DESCRIPTION:Break out your green & get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Hickory’s Party Spot!\nOur St. Paddy’s Party will be ALL DAY open to close on Saturday\, March 14th!\nFree SwagIrish Drink SpecialsAll Day FestivitiesDJ 9:30pm-Close
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/st-patricks-day-at-dive-bar/
LOCATION:Dive Bar Hickory\, 117 Government Ave SW\, Hickory\, NC\, 28602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dive Bar Hickory":MAILTO:gmhickory@divebarnc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20260303T080234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T080234Z
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SUMMARY:Saint Patrick's Day Party
DESCRIPTION:Grab your green and join us to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. We will have the Sims Country Cloggers performing at 4pm and live music with Dylan Cox at 5:30pm as well as drink specials and giveaways.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/saint-patricks-day-party/
LOCATION:Lake Hickory Pub and Marina\, 6706 Limbaugh Ln\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals,Food & Drinks,Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20260309T102841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T102841Z
UID:10017955-1773748800-1773752400@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:St. Patrick’s Day Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:How to Enter \n\nTake a photo with the HDDA Leprechaun on St. Patrick’s Day (12–1 PM)\nPost the photo on Facebook\nTag @Downtown Hickory\n\nPrize\nOne winner receives a $50 Visa gift card to use while shopping downtown \nWinner Selection\nWinner chosen at random from tagged posts.\nWinner announced on HDDA social media within 48 hours.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/st-patricks-day-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Union Square – Downtown Hickory\, 280 Union Square\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164823
CREATED:20260319T182708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T182708Z
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SUMMARY:Hickory Hops Craft Beer & Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Event: \nWe are celebrating our 22nd Annual Hickory Hops Craft Beer & Music Festival on Saturday\, April 11\, 2026\, from 1pm-6pm at the parking lot of Lowes Foods City Park in Downtown Hickory. \nHickory Hops is an annual Craft Beer & Music festival in Downtown Hickory. Over 50 craft breweries participate in this sampling event. \nAll Tasting Tickets include a tasting glass that will be provided on the day of the event. The regulations of the new social district in Downtown Hickory prohibits the use of glass serving containers\, so the tasting glasses will be hard plastic. \nThis festival offers plenty for everyone\, from inexperienced beer novices to hardened beer fest veterans anxious for something unusual. \n𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/hickory-hops-craft-beer-music-festival/
LOCATION:Union Square – Downtown Hickory\, 280 Union Square\, Hickory\, NC\, 28601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Food & Drinks,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hickory Downtown Development Association":MAILTO:info@downtownhickory.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164824
CREATED:20260120T030555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T030555Z
UID:10016243-1777723200-1777737600@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:Spring Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome the coming of Spring! This event takes you back in time where you will witness demonstrating artists and craftspeople who invite you into their trade and share its history with you.  Experience first-hand the old-timey ways of blacksmithing\, basket weaving\, old-time music\, and other traditional folkways. Celebrate the season of Spring in the middle of the historic village with May Pole dancing and flower crown making. (This is a wonderful Mother’s Day activity for the whole family.)  If you are someone who enjoys our Annual Heritage Festival or Christmas in the Village\, then you will love this event. Wear your florals and join us for a rare opportunity to see the nation’s largest log cabin village come to life this Spring!
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/spring-heritage-festival/
LOCATION:Hart Square Village\, 5055 Hope Road\, Vale\, NC\, 28168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164824
CREATED:20260120T032949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T105007Z
UID:10016245-1792836000-1792861200@hickorybuzz.com
SUMMARY:41st Fall Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:To enter Hart Square Village on festival day is to enter the early 1800s. Hart Square bustles with over three hundred knowledgeable artisans and historic demonstrators dressed in period clothing. Our artisans truly bring the village to life by sharing the craftsmanship and subsistence of Carolina’s pioneers. Visitors will witness everything from flax making\, cotton baling\, and tinsmithing to apple butter making and the sweet sounds of old-time music. \nHart Square Village is the nation’s largest collection of historic log structures. On festival day\, all 103 historic structures will be open! \nNorth Carolina artist Bob Timberlake says\, “I’ve visited Colonial Williamsburg\, almost grew up in Old Salem\, and I’ve seen other restored places all over North America\, and nothing compares with Hart Square Village just south of Hickory.” \nWe boast the most talented and authentic demonstrators in the country and know you will agree with us when you join us at the Fall Heritage Festival.
URL:https://hickorybuzz.com/event/41st-fall-heritage-festival/
LOCATION:Hart Square Village\, 5055 Hope Road\, Vale\, NC\, 28168\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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