DASH Gift Giving Event
2025-10-03 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | DASH Home + Kitchen, 228 Union Square NW #B, Hickory, 28601, United States
Cooler weather is ushering in thoughts of Christmas around DASH. Do you need a little help with your shopping list? Let us help. Join us for our Gift Giving Event, Friday, October 3rd. Enjoy light refreshments, bubbly sips, wine and treats as you explore the art of saying thank-you and spreading holiday cheer with our signature gift collections.

Explore our gift giving guide and tailoring to your clients and friends’ specific needs with the convenience of online ordering and in-store pick up.
The event is FREE, but please register in advance.

Live Music at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina
2025-10-03 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!

Taylor Swift Album Release Party
2025-10-03 18:00 - 22:00 | Liquid Roots Brewing, 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Waiting patiently for Taylor’s new album to drop? Listen to it with a group of Swiftys at Liquid Roots!
The party starts at 6, grab a themed cocktail, then the album plays at 7pm!

Myra's Cruise In
2025-10-03 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.

LIVE MUSIC in the Biergarten with Justin Clyde Williams
2025-10-03 19:00 - 22:00 | City Walk Brewing & Distilling, 205 Main Ave NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join us in the City Walk Biergarten for an evening of great music with Justin Clyde Williams! Grab a pint, kick back, and enjoy his signature sound under the open sky!

City Walk Brewing

205 Main Ave NE
Hickory, NC 28601

Buffalo Cove at Inferno Tavern
2025-10-03 19:00 - 22:00 | See Description, United States
The Buffalo Cove Band is looking forward to playing at Inferno Tavern for the first time this Friday evening. Come on out and spend some time with them.
Location:
2289 St Pauls Church Rd
Newton, NC 28658

Lake Hickory Haunts
2025-10-03 19:00 - 23:00 | Lake Hickory Haunts, 520 Carolina Ave, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Known as the premier haunt of the Carolinas, Lake Hickory Haunts is a one of a kind haunted theme park; featuring a large body of water, surrounded by 13 unique haunted attractions. Throughout these attractions, guests experience 100’s of live characters, awe-inspiring immersive environments, multi-dimensional special FX, and breathtaking scares. Since 2012, Lake Hickory Haunts and its team of experts have continuously innovated and improved its experience, delivering never before seen experiences to North Carolina haunt-goers and fans from around the country. As usual, Lake Hickory Haunts features MANY NEW Attractions, Additions, and Expansions for the 2025 season!

Special Guests:
The Screen-Used Jeepers Creepers truck and Creepers Cousin. – (Included with Lake Hickory Haunts admission)

Shot Thru the Heart - The Bon Jovi Experience
2025-10-03 19:00 - 23:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Relive the 80’s on Friday, October 3 when Shot Thru The Heart: The Bon Jovi Experience rocks the stage at The Premier.

109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC
Doors: 7 PM

From Livin’ on a Prayer to It’s My Life, Shot Thru The Heart delivers all the Bon Jovi classics you know and love with the stage presence that defined an era.
Shot Thru The Heart isn’t just a tribute band; they recreate the full Bon Jovi experience. From soaring vocals to blazing guitars, they channel the look, sound, and feel of a real stadium show, bringing decades of hits to life right here in Hickory.

Whether you’ve been a fan since the 80s or just love timeless rock anthems, this show will have you singing along all night.

Grab your tickets now

Hickory vs. Maiden
2025-10-03 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. Alexander Central
2025-10-03 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.

Foard vs. Bandys
2025-10-03 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.

Freedom vs. Watauga
2025-10-03 19:30 - 22:00 | Freedom High School, 511 Independence Blvd, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Freedom High School.

Hibriten vs. Chase
2025-10-03 19:30 - 22:00 | Hibriten High School, 1350 Panther Trail, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Hibriten High School.

West Caldwell vs. East Burke
2025-10-03 19:30 - 22:00 | West Caldwell High School, 300 W Caldwell Dr, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Event:
Home Game @ West Caldwell High School.

Newton-Conover vs. North Lincoln
2025-10-03 19:30 - 22:00 | Newton-Conover High School, 338 W 15th St, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
Event:
Home Game @ Newton-Conover High School.

SteelHeart
2025-10-03 19:30 - 22:30 | Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 West 6th Street, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
Performance:
Matijevic’s collaboration with The Doors promises an unforgettable blend of rock and soul, bringing a fresh perspective to the timeless classics that defined an era. SteelHeart’s live performances are poised to elevate the concert experience to new heights. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness Miljenko Matijevic, the powerhouse behind SteelHeart, as he brings his extraordinary talent and timeless hits to a city near you.

About:
The Newton Performing Arts Center is a historic Art Deco theater in Newton, NC. It offers live performances, concerts, and community events in an intimate, state-of-the-art setting. With a seating capacity of 504, the venue is equipped with modern amenities, including a full bar, live music options, and facilities for meetings and events. It prides itself on delivering “small town theater with big city entertainment.”

LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY + SELFPOUR TAPS!
2025-10-03 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!) 🌮🍔

Conover Farmers Market
2025-10-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Conover Farmers Market, 109 1st St E, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
About:
In 2008, a few members of the community came together to bring fresh local produce and goods to one central location. Over the years, Conover Farmers Market has cultivated a community where everyone belongs. Our markets are slow paced and easily accessible. The goal is that the community enjoys the unhurried atmosphere, taking in all there is to offer. The vendors prepare for the market with you in mind. Every item offered at the market is locally grown and harvested, or locally made.

Morganton Saturday Farmers Market
2025-10-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Morganton Saturday Farmers Market, 300 Beach Street, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
Morganton’s open-air farmers markets offer the best locally grown products in the area. By visiting the Market and supporting your local growers, you reduce your carbon footprint. Plenty of variety can be found right here at your back door! The Morganton Farmers Market is a cash-only market with only a few vendors set up to accept debit/credit cards. Are you a shopper using SNAP, WIC, or Senior Vouchers? Be sure to stop by J&J Farms’ booth to receive your shopping tokens.

About:
The Saturday Morganton Farmers Market is located at 300 Beach Street, behind Sidetracked Brewery at Morganton Station. From I-40, take Exit 105, make a right turn, and follow South Sterling Street approximately 2 miles under the railroad tracks, and then make a right turn.

Alexander County Farmers Market
2025-10-04 08:00 - 12:00 | Alexander County Services Center, 151 West Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC, 28681, United States
Event:
Support your local vendors at the Alexander County Services Center in downtown Taylorsville! New vendors are also welcome!

Hickory Farmers Market
2025-10-04 08:00 - 13:00 | Downtown, Under the Sails, 246 Union Square NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Enjoy local musicians, taste our local Chefs’ market creations, and visit with friends. 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!

Fords Feed & Seed Grand Re-opening
2025-10-04 08:00 - 13:00 | See Description, United States
Don’t miss out— it’s the perfect way to kick off the Fall season and meet the new owners! Bring the whole family and check out our list of local vendors at Ford’s Feed and Seed this Saturday!
Fords Feed & Seed
2270 Valway Rd, Lenoir, NC

Haunted 5K & Half Marathon at Hickory City Park
2025-10-04 08:30 - 12:00 | Hickory City Park, 1581 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.

Traditional Eastern Bluebird House Class
2025-10-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
Event:
Would you like to develop your woodworking skills? Building an Eastern Bluebird House is a great way to delve into the art, design, and techniques of woodworking. These simple birdhouses are still key to the conservation of Eastern Bluebirds, who rely heavily on nest boxes.
Whatever your skill level, we will have fun creating this wonderful addition to your yard, garden or wilderness area. In this class, you will learn the basics of woodworking: how to properly measure and cut wood, drill different types of holes, and assemble a final product with nails. Students will take home their completed birdhouse, information on the care and use of birdhouses, as well as plans so they can try their hand at building at home.
Bring a hammer, eye protection, and ear protection.
Ages 12+, Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Claremont Daze Car & Truck Show
2025-10-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Claremont, 3288 East Main Street, Claremont, NC, United States, North Carolina 28610, Claremont, NC, 28610, United States
Event:
Located at Peoples Bank Parking Lot on Main Street!
Open from 9am to 4pm on Saturday, October 2nd, come out and see all the unique cars and trucks!
If you would like to register your vehicle you can contact City Hall or show up day of!
There will be awards for different categories. The last time we had over 25 cars and trucks and look forward to it being even bigger this year!

Johnny Wilson Farm Pumpkin Patch
2025-10-04 09:00 - 18:00 | Johnny Wilson Farm, 5163 Precious Memories Lane, Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
Event:
Corn maze, wagon ride, farm animals, corn crib, duck race, hay maze, apple and pumpkin. Cash Only.

Cash Flow Cafe
2025-10-04 09:00 - 23:00 | The Hickory Hub, 375 Main Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Start your Saturday morning with great coffee, even better advice.

Spinnaker Financial is launching Cash Flow Café, a monthly Saturday morning event designed to make money conversations approachable, practical, and community-driven.

Join us for this month’s featured brew, Taproot Coffee, and goodies.

This October, we discuss the true reasons why people struggle to save. (It’s not because of your budget)

Learn the tricks the financial companies use to derail your financial success, and how to stop it forever.

What to Expect
Featured coffee from Taproot Coffee
Light breakfast snacks
Two-hour interactive workshop
Warm, approachable community vibe
Admission
Free – RSVP required
Reserve your spot today!

Hickory Area Silent Book Club Meeting
2025-10-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Patrick Beaver Library, 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Our first meeting of October will be on 10/4 at 10am at the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library! We will be on the first floor in the conference room, just inside the main door, for this meeting. Please join us for 30 minutes of social time, followed by an hour of reading whatever book you bring!

Pumpkin Painting
2025-10-04 10:00 - 13:00 | See Description, United States
Did you think we only sold pumpkins at our patch?? Saturday, October 4th 10AM to 1PM, we invite kids of all ages to brush off the stress of the previous week and show off your artistic ability. This is a free event to the community so bring your kids, grandkids … or your parents! Stay tuned for more events at the Pumpkin Patch!
St. Luke’s Pumpkin Patch
52 16th Avenue NW
Hickory, NC 28601

Autolawn Euro Classic Car Show
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:00 | SALT Block Foundation, 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
In 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.

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.
