Event: The Neon Night Ride is a family-friendly, nighttime ride on the Lenoir Greenway. The ride starts and finishes at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex. Riders decorate their bikes with neon and glowing items and take a ride on the greenway together. City staff hosted the first Neon Night Ride in June 2022.   About: Downtown Lenoir Main Street Program […]

Event: The Firecracker 5k, 10k, and Kids Fun Run is a day of racing for the whole family. All three races start and finish at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex. Every runner who signs up and finishes the race will receive a race medal! Awards will be given to the top 3 male and female overall winners 5k and 10k. Announcements […]

Event: Jingle de Niet will lead a free yoga class that focuses on breath, gentle poses, and meditation. Join her on the Library Lawn for a practice towards complete wellness of both body and mind. Bring water and a yoga mat or towel.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent […]

Event: Hickory Motor Speedway is a short track located in Hickory, North Carolina. It is one of stock car racing's most storied venues, and is often referred to as the "World's Most Famous Short Track" and the "Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars". The track first opened in 1951 as a 0.500 mi dirt track.