February Events at Copper Penny Grill
2026-02-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-14 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory, 101 Catawba Avenue, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Our February lineup is stacked with live music and big game fun, and it all starts this week at the lake.
Feb 5 – Darren Bryant
Feb 6 – Adam Rose
Feb 7 – Darrel Evans Jr.
Feb 8 – The Big Game!
Feb 12 – Mark Bumgarner
Feb 13 – Steve Dellasalla
Feb 14 – Mike Tibbs
Feb 19 – David Porter III
Feb 20 – Zach Christensen
Feb 21 – King Yugi
Feb 26 – Carsen Webb
Feb 27 – Seth Clement
Feb 28 – Brayden Frasure

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Friday 13th Metal Valentines
2026-02-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
A HEAVY METAL VALENTINE’S Friday, February 13th
Love hurts. Metal heals.Spend your Valentine’s weekend the heavy way at The Premier with a night of crushing riffs, dark romance, and loud love.
LIVE PERFORMANCES BY: Ape Vermin Pathologic Suppressor More TBA
FEATURES:• Heavy metal all night• Cutest Couple Contest (cash/prize winner)• Valentine’s chaos, metal-style
The Premier – 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601 Doors: 7PM
Whether you’re coming with your partner, your situationship, or rolling solo with a broken heart — this night is for the lovers, the loners, and the loud.
Grab your tickets early and come celebrate Heavy Metal Valentine’s at The Premier.

Live Music Every Friday at Romeo & Brewliet
2026-02-13 20:00 - 23:30 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Friday Night Agenda!! LIVE MUSIC STARTING AT 8PM at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House 2016 N CENTER ST, HICKORY, NC!! Rotating live musicians!Let’s go!!

Alexander County Farmers Market
2026-02-14 08:00 - 12:00 | Alexander County Services Center, 151 West Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC, 28681, United States
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Support your local vendors at the Alexander County Services Center in downtown Taylorsville! New vendors are also welcome!

The 'ART of Creativity' Exhibition Artist Reception
2026-02-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-14 17:00 - 19:00 | NoCo Arts, 118 N. College Avenue, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
NoCo ARTS Presents: The ‘ART of Creativity’ Exhibition!

Creativity is more than the finished piece—it’s the process, the experimentation, the risk, and the voice behind the work. NoCo ARTS is thrilled to celebrate that journey in our upcoming exhibition, the ‘ART of Creativity’, featuring works by 16 talented artists working in painting, mixed media, and pottery.

Exhibition Dates: February 11 – March 29, 2026
Artist Reception: Saturday, February 14 | 5–7 PM

Throughout the exhibition, we’ll be hosting special ‘Exhibition Experiences’, including artist presentations, live demonstrations, and opportunities to dive deeper into the creative process behind the work. The exhibition culminates with an Artist Q&A on March 29*, offering a chance to engage directly with the artists and their ideas.

Join us as we explore how creativity comes to life—one idea, one risk, one artwork at a time.

EXHIBITING ARTISTS:
• Andrea ‘Andy’ Chrem
@crafty_andy_
• Cathy Cooper
@cathycooperpotterync
• Scott Dergins
@sdergins
• René Fielder
@renefielderart
• Chris Georgalas
@brooklyncrown
• Kim Hefner
@gracefulglassnc
• April Herron
@aprilnherron
• Christine Holton
@christineholtonstudioart
• Clay James
@clayjamesart
• Meredith Janssen
@meredithljanssen
• Tyler King
@tyler_king_art
• Lynn McKinney
• Emily Drew Mash
@emilydrew.art
• Paula Parsons
@thumbnailllc
• Maria Register
@mariaregisterart
• Joyce Vukela-Mayer
@art_by_vukela

NoCo ARTS is located at 118 N. College Avenue in Downtown Newton, NC.

Post artwork by NoCo ARTS Studio Artist, Emily Drew Mash @emilydrew.art.

Valentine’s Day Chocolate Facial Experience Coming to Evexía
2026-02-14 09:30 - 15:00 | EVEXÍA, 103 1st Ave S, Conover, 28613, United States
Evexía is hosting a Valentine’s Day Chocolate Enzyme Facial Experience on Friday, February 14th from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Guest esthetician Amanda from Blume Beauty Bar will be offering indulgent chocolate enzyme facials designed to brighten, firm, and refresh the skin. Appointments are $30 per person and availability is limited.
Advance booking is recommended.

Downtown Hickory Farmers Market
2026-02-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Hickory Farmers Market, Union Square NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
​Come see us for the healthiest, local fresh food ,and shake the hand of your farmer who grew it! Enjoy local musicians, taste our local Chefs’ market creations, and visit with friends. We promise the glory of a good harvest, select meats, rice, honey, eggs, cheeses, baked goods, marinades, preserves & pickles, fresh cut flowers, transplants, potted plants, fresh herbs, heritage & artisan crafts, street foods and more… join your neighbors each week and shop with the people who grow your food! Welcome!

DINOSAURS!
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Dinosaurs Return to Catawba Science Center
Opening at the Catawba Science Center on February 8th!
Members-only opening Saturday, February 7th – Public Opening Sunday, February 8th

NEW!!! VR Experience with IMMOTION
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape Earth’s most devastating extinction event. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science reveal how evolution shaped the dinosaurs—and how birds, their modern-day descendants, continue their legacy. It’s a prehistoric adventure that will inspire the next generation of paleontologists and conservationists alike.

Copper Penny Valentine's Day Special
2026-02-14 11:00 - 23:00, 2026-02-15 11:00 - 20:00 | Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory, 101 Catawba Avenue, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Save the dates! Grab your favorite person and plan on being at The Copper Penny Grill

Heroes of Barcadia at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-02-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Schwarzbär Ale Haus & Biergarten, 305 1st Ave. S, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
$5 gets you one of 8 spots at the table for Hereos of Barcadia – every Saturday at 4pm. This 10-week tournament will test your skills, patience and drinking ability.

What to Expect: In Heroes of Barcadia, players battle monsters and bosses to collect Power-Ups with mystical abilities. Perhaps one of these powerful relics can give you a winning advantage in your race for the Drink Hoard.

Use devious Loot Cards to ruin your opponent’s plans, all the while making sure your Health Bar Cup doesn’t end up empty.Nice guys finish last in this fast-paced, ever-changing, pun-tastic party game for fantasy and beverage connoisseurs alike.

THE LAW OF THE LAND:

– Must be 15+– Weekly play is limited to 8 seats– Alcohol not required but no outside beverages permitted– Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis– Tickets may be purchased up to 48-hours in advance (Thursday)– Tickets are available for purchase in-store or via Eventbrite (fee applies)– Final game (3/14/26) will be limited to prior weekly winners, with purse and trophy awarded to winner

Tickets go on sale every Thursday, purchase onsite or online at Eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heroes-of-barcadia-tournament-at-schwarzbar-ale-haus-week-one-tickets-1980012394372

Music in the Pub
2026-02-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Come join us at the Lake for FREE Live Music every Saturday evening this winter. This week we are excited to have Adam Rose playing the pub. Great food, great drink, great people, and great music!!!
FEBRUARY SCHEDULE:
Feb 7 – Adam Rose
Feb 14 – Cameron Mathews
Feb 21 – Brayden Frasure
Feb 28 – Dani Kerr

Valentine's Day Date Night
2026-02-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Bisque Boutique, 232 Union Square, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a creative night out! Bring your S.O. & enjoy wine & dessert while painting pottery together. Choose to collaborate on one special piece or paint separate pieces (maybe even as gifts for each other)

Wet Cyanotype Workshop at NoCo ARTS
2026-02-15 11:00 - 14:00 | NoCo Arts, 118 N. College Avenue, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
Taking the traditional sun print making process to a whole new level, learn how to create textures and dimension in this wet cyanotype workshop taught by instructor, Kat Evans. Participants will create several prints on a variety of substrates and will take home a lovely hanging wall art piece, as well as extra materials to create cyanotypes at home.
Date: Sunday, February 15th
Time: 11am – 2pm
Cost: $80 | ALL Materials provided and includes light refreshments and beverages.
Ages: 12+
Space is limited.
To learn more about this and other cyanotype workshops, contact Kat Evans at: terra.artemis.art@gmail.com.

Line Dancing with Angie!
2026-02-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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Every Sunday from 6pm-7:30pm in Hickory! All skill levels welcomed… Even those with two left feet!

Rockie Lynne's Jam Night
2026-02-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Experience an unforgettable night of live music at The Premier with Rockie Lynne’s Jam Night. Known for heartfelt vocals and expressive guitar work, Rockie Lynne delivers a powerful blend of blues, classic rock, and Americana, featuring a special opening set by The Essentials. Sunday, February 15 | Doors at 6 PM

Sojourner Truth Book Club
2026-02-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Ridgeview Branch Library, 706 1st St. SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Take part in a multicultural book discussion that explores equality through books that tackle race, gender, and other important social issues. New members are always welcome.
The selection for February is Native Son by Richard Wright.

LA Shaggers Test & Tune
2026-02-16 18:30 - 20:30 | 1841 Cafe, 117 N Main St, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Beginner/Intermediate/Advance Shag Lessons
***FREE***
Monday nights 6:30pm-8:30pm
@ 1841 Cafe
117 N Main St, Lenoir, NC 28645
Ignore the closed sign go in and ask directions to the 4th floor. Bring take-out or eat before you come the kitchen is close on Mondays
Call Vickie
828.850.3857 to confirm meeting each week.

Taps & Tunes Music Bingo at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-02-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Schwarzbär Ale Haus & Biergarten, 305 1st Ave. S, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
Try your hand and test your luck, no music knowledge required! “Shazam” your way through a classic game of bingo with a musical twist. Prizes and bragging rights awarded for each round!

Sidetracked Weekly Pinball Tournament
2026-02-16 18:30 - 21:30 | SideTracked Brewery, 609 S Green St Suite 100, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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Come out to our Weekly Pinball Tournaments held every Monday at 630pm!
Events are IFPA sanctioned and are Target Matchplay Format. A $10 buy-in covers all your tournament pinball play and practice. There will be a cash prize to the top 2 spots! New and inexperienced players are encouraged to attend! It’s just a bunch of nerds pressing buttons after all

Trivia Night at Romeo & Brewliet!
2026-02-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join us every Monday from 6-7 pm for Trivia Night hosted by Ryan Beale at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! Test your knowledge, enjoy great drinks, and try to win! 25% off all self-pour taps!

Pre-K Craft & Storytime - Grape Kids Class
2026-02-17 10:30 - 11:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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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.

Strength & Balance Class
2026-02-17 11:00 - 11:45 | Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Fitness Plus, 810 Fairgrove Church Road SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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Strength & Balance Class is a low impact fitness class for anyone wanting to improve their balance, coordination, and overall strength.

Taproom Trivia at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-02-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Schwarzbär Ale Haus & Biergarten, 305 1st Ave. S, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
Get Quizzical with Courtney Austin during Taproom Trivia tonight at 6:30pm every Tuesday! Winners are determined by a point system at the end, with prizes awarded to the top three teams (limit 4 players per team, so the rest of us have a chance)! Get here early so you don’t miss the first round!

It’s Train Station Tuesday, with $2.50 Coors Banquet and prizes every time the train rolls through!

B Chord Live Corn Hole
2026-02-17 18:30 - 23:00 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
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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!
