Bethlehem Farmers Market
2025-09-04 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Bethel Methodist Church, 9042 NC Hwy 127, Taylorsville, NC, 28681, United States
Event:
The Bethlehem location of the Alexander County Farmers Market is at Mt. Bethel Methodist Church. There is nothing like buying fresh produce, homemade sweets, or handmade crafts from your local vendors! If you GROW IT, MAKE IT, or BAKE IT… please BRING IT!

MUSIC BINGO!
2025-09-04 17:00 - 23:00 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join us Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 pm for Music Bingo at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! PLUS enjoy one of rotating food trucks! Great music, fantastic food, good vibes, and tons of fun!

Music Bingo by the Lake
2025-09-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Join us every Thursday at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina for music bingo. Great prizes, good food, cold drinks, and a lot of fun.

About:
Today, Lake Hickory Pub & Marina is more than just a marina—it’s a lakeside destination where locals and visitors alike come together for great food, fun adventures, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual waterfront meal, renting a pontoon for a day on the lake, or fueling up at our gas dock, we are here to make every visit memorable.

Team Trivia
2025-09-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Liquid Roots Brewing, 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Event:
Teams of 1-4 complete in 6 trivia categories each week for the chance to win a $25 Liquid Roots Gift Card

Heritage Music Series - The Wilder Flower
2025-09-04 18:30 - 21:30 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
Event:
The Wilder Flower has opened for bands such as the SteelDrivers, Steep Canyon Rangers, and MIPSO. They play festivals such as the Earl Scruggs Fest, High Mountain Hay Fever, Albino Skunk, and Mountain Song. They also play at staple venues such as The Blue Ridge Music Center in Galax, VA and The Orange Peel in Asheville, NC.

Carolina Style Chorus - Rehearsal Night
2025-09-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ, 217 Second Ave NE, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
About:

The Carolina Style Chorus is a women’s chorus specializing in performing four-part, a cappella music in the barbershop style. We provide opportunities for women to learn and sing and attain individual growth in an atmosphere of friendship and fun. Our goal is to be recognized for musical excellence and to share our talents with our audiences. Join us as a VIP! Send us an email at cscmembership@carolinastylechorus.org to let us know you’re interested in coming to SING! We can’t wait to see you there. Everyone is welcome to join us on Thursday evenings at 7pm, at Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ, 217 Second Ave NE, Conover, NC.

Hickory Crawdads vs. Charleston RiverDogs
2025-09-04 19:00 - 22:00 | L. P. Frans Stadium, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Baseball Movie Night:

Tonight, we are celebrating all the movies about baseball. Grab your popcorn and soda, get comfy, and enjoy the show!

Thirsty Thursday:

Your favorite Thirsty Thursday specials on select domestic beer and Pepsi products are back this year, presented by Focus News. | Presented By Focus News.

Peoples Bank Thursday:

Peoples Bank customers can also get a $6 ticket by showing their card at the ticket window as part of Peoples Bank Thursday! | Presented By Peoples Bank.

About:
The Hickory Crawdads are a Minor League Baseball team and the High-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. Home games are played at L.P. Frans Stadium in Hickory, NC, offering fans affordable, family-friendly entertainment all season long.

Karaoke Night at the Dive Bar
2025-09-04 21:00 - 23:59 | Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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.

FREE Lunch & Learn: John Maxwell's The 16 Laws of Communication (Virtual)
2025-09-05 12:00 - 13:00 | See Description, United States
Lunch & Learn: The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication
🗓 Date: Friday, September 5, 2025🕛 Time: 12:00 PM Eastern Time📍 Location: Zoom
Are you ready to communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and connection—whether in the boardroom, in your community, or at home?
Join us for this insightful Lunch & Learn session based on The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication by leadership expert John Maxwell. Strong communication skills are not just helpful, they are essential for building influence and trust in every area of life.
In this engaging and practical webinar, Nick Dyson, a Certified Maxwell Leadership Trainer, will share:

Proven principles to help you become a more compelling communicator
Actionable techniques you can use right away to strengthen your message
Real-life stories and examples that will inspire your communication journey

This is not just another webinar. It’s your opportunity to elevate your voice, increase your influence, and connect with others in a more meaningful way.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today and invest in your growth as a communicator.
Let’s grow together. 💡
By registering for this event, you consent to receiving emails from Dyson Leadership.

Historic Morganton Festival
2025-09-05 12:00 - 23:00 | Downtown Morganton, Main Street 112 B W. Union St., Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
The 43rd Annual Morganton Festival is set for Friday, September 5th, from 12:00-11:00 pm and Saturday, September 6th, from 9:00 am-10:00 pm in downtown Morganton, North Carolina. The festival features 3 stages with free music each evening on the Courthouse Square Stage, dancers, acrobats, and theater talents on the Pepsi Stage, and wonderous amazements on the Kid Zone stage. In addition to the entertainment, there is fun with rides and games, food for all ages, plus over a mile of arts and crafts vendors!

Farm Fridays
2025-09-05 17:30 - 20:30 | Whippoorwill Farm, 6751 NC 126, Nebo, NC, 28761, United States
Event:

Join us every week for Farm Fridays at Whippoorwill Farm featuring a Farmer’s Market from 5:30 – 8:30 pm, live music from 6:00 – 8:00 pm and yoga from 6 – 7pm. Bring the whole family and get your goodies for the weekend!
Sign up for yoga through the Breathe Yoga & Pilates website here https://www.breatheyogawellness.com/calendar

Latino Dance Class
2025-09-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Catawba Farms, 1670 Southwest Blvd, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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
Boost your confidence, health & coordination
Connect with your roots and make new friends!

Live Music at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina
2025-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
🎶 Live Music on the Lakefront Patio – Every Friday! 🎶
Join us at Lake Hickory Pub & Marina every Friday from 6–9 PM for live music on our beautiful lakefront patio! Enjoy great tunes from local musicians, cold drinks, and delicious food—all with a stunning view of Lake Hickory. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Bring your friends, grab a seat by the water, and soak in the sounds and scenery!

Jon Boy & Lefty
2025-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Liquid Roots Brewing, 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Event:
You love them as much as we love these local boys!!
JBL began as a guitar/harmonica duo–now playing western NC as a full band.
Food Truck: Wee Doggies

Myra's Cruise In
2025-09-05 18:00 - 23:00 | Myra’s Smashburgers & Creamery, 212 Main St W, Valdese, NC, 28690, United States
Event:
Join Myra’s as they continue the longest-running Friday night Cruise-In in western North Carolina. All cars, trucks, and bikes are welcome! For details call 828-879-8049.

The Mug Band
2025-09-05 18:00 - 23:30 | Bones Jones Burgers & Butchery, 3221 NC-126, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
The Mug Band is at the BJB!

Learn to Square Dance
2025-09-05 18:30 - 20:00 | St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Youth Building, 52 16th Street NW, Hickory, NC, 289601, 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.
Free Open House Sep. 8 and 15
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 Brannan 828-312-5849
Facebook: “Catawba Valley Cloverleafs Square Dancing”

Sails Original Music Series - Psychedelic Surf Country
2025-09-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Downtown, Under the Sails, 246 Union Square NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Performance:
You may know Joel Timmons as a leader of the beloved low-country band, Sol Driven Train. He also tours constantly with multiple other high caliber ensembles. But we asked him to put together a band to showcase his brand-new solo project. The result is Psychedelic Surf Country. He calls them his super group! It’ll be surfy, rocky, funny…

About:
A 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.

Hickory Crawdads vs. Charleston RiverDogs
2025-09-05 19:00 - 22:00 | L. P. Frans Stadium, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Fireworks:

Don’t miss the best fireworks show in town, immediately following all Friday games! | Presented By YMCA of Catawba Valley, WHKY 1290AM & 102.3FM

Villains Night:

There are some characters that we all just love to hate. This one goes out to all of them as we dedicate this one to the villains- real or fictional that get us all buzzing.

Battle of the PTOS:

The Crawdad’s annual Battle of the PTOs is back! Schools can sign up for fundraising and compete to win an extra $250! | Presented By CPS Construction and Atrium Windows & Doors.

About:
The Hickory Crawdads are a Minor League Baseball team and the High-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers. Home games are played at L.P. Frans Stadium in Hickory, NC, offering fans affordable, family-friendly entertainment all season long.

West Caldwell vs. Mountain Island Charter
2025-09-05 19:00 - 22:00 | West Caldwell High School, 300 W Caldwell Dr, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Event:
Home Game @ West Caldwell High School.

Hickory vs. Bunker Hill
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Hickory High School, 1234 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Hickory High School.

St. Stephens vs. Hibriten
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | St. Stephen’s High School, 3205 34th Street Dr NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Home Game @ St. Stephen’s High School.

Draughn vs. Wilkes Central
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Jimmy C Draughn High School, 709 Lovelady Rd NE, Valdese, NC, 28690, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Draughn High School.

East Burke vs. Freedom
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | East Burke High School, 3695 E Burke Blvd, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612, United States
Event:
Home Game @ East Burke High School.

Patton vs. Owen
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Robert L Patton High School, 701 Enola Rd, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Robert L Patton High School.

Alexander Central vs. Ashe County
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Alexander Central High School, 223 School Dr, Taylorsville, NC, 28681, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Alexander Central High School.

Foard vs. West Iredell
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Fred T. Foard High School, 3407 Plateau Rd, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Fred T. Foard High School.

Maiden vs. North Lincoln
2025-09-05 19:30 - 22:00 | Maiden High School, 600 W Main St, Maiden, NC, 28650, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Maiden High School.

B Chord Live Presents Jon Stickley Trio
2025-09-05 20:00 - 22:30 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
About:
Jon Stickley Trio is a genre-defying and cinematic instrumental trio who’s deep grooves, innovative flatpicking and sultry-spacy violin moves the listener’s head, heart, and feet.

LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY + SELFPOUR TAPS!
2025-09-05 20:00 - 23:30 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Friday Night Vibes: Live Music to get your weekend started right! Every Friday starting at 8 p until 11 p 🎸🎤
PLUS *Food trucks** every day except Mondays (Tacos? Burgers? YES, please!) 🌮🍔
