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Oktoberfest

Downtown, Under the Sails 246 Union Square NW, Hickory, NC, United States

Event: The 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 […]

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Mindbender Mansion Exhibit

Mindbender Mansion Exhibit

Catawba Science Center 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem-solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers! Math, science, and technology educational content are woven into the puzzles, videos, and group challenges found inside the exhibit! Sponsored by USConec, Corning, Shurtape, and Piedmont Natural Gas.

Kid and Adult Plant Bingo – Pumpkin Style

Liquid Roots Brewing 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, United States

Play Bingo to win a Pumpkin! Winners choose from different styles of pumpkins. We will be offering 2 separate games. 2pm - Kids Bingo is regular bingo, $5/5 games (Family Friendly, we will play outside) 3pm - Adult Bingo 90 Ball Bingo $10/10 games (Adults Only, we will play inside) Cash Only Please.

$5 – $10
Learn to Square Dance

Learn to Square Dance

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Youth Building 52 16th Street NW, Hickory, NC, United States

Learn to Square Dance in just 12 lessons! Sponsored by the Catawba Valley Cloverleafs Square Dance Club FUN, heart and brain healthy! No partner needed – 12 to 90 years old! Mondays 6:30-8:00 p.m. New Session begins Sep. 22, 2025 $60 per person St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Youth Building 52 16th Street NW, Hickory NC 28601 For more information Call Tonya […]

Tales for Preschoolers

Tales for Preschoolers

Patrick Beaver Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

About: Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-5. All are welcome. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Chess Club

Chess Club

Patrick Beaver Library 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Event: Participants will learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions are welcome.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library is a department of the City of Hickory, North Carolina, located in […]

Free
B Chord Live Corn Hole

B Chord Live Corn Hole

B Chord Live 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, United States

Event: Every Tuesday - All are Welcome!  Bags fly at 6:30pm.  B Chord Live has a large warehouse space open for Corn Hole!   $1 Wings, 30+ taps, full bar and food menus.  Live music and live corn hole every Tuesday at B Chord Live!

Free
Mindbender Mansion Exhibit

Mindbender Mansion Exhibit

Catawba Science Center 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem-solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers! Math, science, and technology educational content are woven into the puzzles, videos, and group challenges found inside the exhibit! Sponsored by USConec, Corning, Shurtape, and Piedmont Natural Gas.

Mindbender Mansion Exhibit

Mindbender Mansion Exhibit

Catawba Science Center 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, United States

Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem-solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers! Math, science, and technology educational content are woven into the puzzles, videos, and group challenges found inside the exhibit! Sponsored by USConec, Corning, Shurtape, and Piedmont Natural Gas.