Hickory Buzz

Beetlejuice JR.
2025-07-26 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-07-26 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-27 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-07-27 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Hickory Community Theatre, 30 3rd St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
In collaboration with Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts, the ghost with the most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice Jr., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. This musical is rated PG and has struck a chord with young theatre lovers who adore its unabashed humor and emotional honesty. Performances will be July 26th & 27th at Hickory Community Theatre at 1:30 and 4:00 PM.

Intermediate Bobbin Lace Class
2025-07-26 13:30 - 17:30 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
Event:
Take your next step in learning to make bobbin lace through this intermediate level class! It is the perfect follow-up to our Beginner Bobbin Lace class. In this class, you will make a bookmark using a more complex pricking (pattern) than your first project. You will also learn how to convert the bookmark pattern to a continuous pricking for making lace yardage.

About:
Hart Square Foundation is responsible for the historic preservation of Hart Square Village and the conservation of traditional and regional arts. They host mission-driven public events year-round, offer folklife classes and K-12 educational programming, and welcome members Tuesday through Saturday through our membership program.

ASL Storytime
2025-07-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Barnes & Noble (Hickory, NC), 2405 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
About:

We are partnering with NCDHHS Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing for a special ASL Storytime! Please join us for a storytime and activities July 26th from 2-4.

Christmas in July! Parent & Me - Reindeer - Grape Kids Class
2025-07-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:

Create special memories with your little one while painting a fun design together! Our
new lower price for 2025 makes it even easier to join in the fun!
🖌️ Each pair will receive two 11″ x 14″ canvases to paint side by side. Want to expand your masterpiece? Bring additional painters to create a larger scene!
✨ No experience needed! We’ll guide you step by step, and you can customize your colors to make your artwork uniquely yours.
📌 Important:
Every participant must have a paid seat—no observers or shared canvases.
Secure your spots today and get ready for a fun, creative adventure! 🎉🎨

NAAPWS-CT
2025-07-26 16:30 - 22:00 | Hickory Motor Speedway, 3130 US Hwy 70 SE, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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. “BIG 10”

The Magician's Table with Lyndy Phillips
2025-07-26 18:00 - 21:00 | FOURK, 1410 4th Street Dr NW Ste 103, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Prepare for an extraordinary evening of magic, laughter, and unforgettable moments at The Magician’s Table with Lyndy Phillips!
The Magician’s Table isn’t just a show—it’s an experience. A perfect blend of optional dining, warm atmosphere, and unforgettable magic.

Adult Color & Sip – Relax & Unwind!
2025-07-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:

Join us for a laid-back, stress-free evening of creativity at our Adult Color & Sip!
🌟 Grab a drink, pick up some high-quality coloring pages, and let your artistic side shine in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Each participant will receive a beautiful, high-quality spiral bound coloring book with pages that can be removed and framed if desired.
Pick between 3 different books:
Stress Free – Features 31 relaxing coloring pages, including cacti, butterflies, flowers, mandalas, and more.
Mindfulness – Features 31 relaxing images to color, including birds, flowers, mandalas, crystals, and more.
Calm – Features 31 calming coloring pages, including seashells, flowers, mandalas, feathers, and more.

5D Diamond Coaster & Canvas Art - Craft & Sip Class (Hickory)
2025-07-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:

✨ 5D Diamond Art Class! No Experience Needed!
Join us for a fun and relaxing 5D Diamond Art class, where you’ll create a dazzling masterpiece using thousands of tiny resin “diamonds” to bring your design to life!
💎🎨This is more of a social crafting experience than a formal class, so grab your favorite drinks, bring some snacks, and enjoy a laid-back creative evening. Our artists will be there to share tips and help along the way!

Christmas in July! Blacklight Reflective Northern Lights - Paint & Sip Class
2025-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Join us for an unforgettable art experience that’s glowing with creativity! Our special paints come to life under blacklight and look equally stunning in regular light. 🌟🎨
No Experience? No Problem!
We’ll guide you step-by-step as you create and customize your masterpiece. Choose from three canvas sizes and pick the colors that inspire you most.

Hickory FC NPSL National Semifinal
2025-07-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Moretz Stadium, 4th St Dr NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
About:
Hickory FC is a USL League Two soccer team based in Hickory, NC, founded in 2023. The team brings high-level summer soccer to the Catawba Valley, showcasing top collegiate and aspiring professional players.

Game Day Experience:
Home matches are held at Moretz Stadium on the Lenoir-Rhyne University campus. Fans enjoy a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere with concessions, themed nights, and team merchandise. Whether you’re a longtime soccer fan or just looking for local fun, Hickory FC offers exciting matches and strong community spirit all season long.

Parking Info:
Parking is available in marked lots around the stadium. Arrive early to enjoy pre-game activities and secure the best spots.

Mac Arnold & A Plate Full of Blues
2025-07-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Mac Arnold’s first band included James Brown on piano. Mac moved to Chicago and Muddy Waters hired him on the spot. He toured and recorded with the Muddy Waters Band and recorded LPs with Otis Spann and John Lee Hooker. Mac moved to Los Angeles and produced Soul Train with his friend Don Cornelius. He even played bass on the Sanford & Son television show when he wasn’t playing bass for Otis Redding and B.B. King. He retired from show business to be an organic farmer. Mac is back with his own band and a “plate full” of CDs, building a new foundation in blues, soul and funk.

B Chord Live Presents The David Wiseman Band
2025-07-26 19:30 - 22:00 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
About:
B Chord Live has found a home in Granite Falls, NC. As the premier live music and brewing destination for Bluegrass and Old Time music, B Chord Live seeks to preserve the legacy and traditions of southern Appalachian mountain music while supporting those who will carry on the traditions.

Performance:
David Wiseman Band” based out of Hickory/Morganton NC brings a blend of traditional bluegrass, country and favorite oldies. David delivers his high lonesome vocals blended with Kathy’s velvety harmony along with some of the finest seasoned musicians in WNC.

CHRISTINA EAGLE
2025-07-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 West 6th Street, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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Christina Eagle is a 24-year-old Singer/Songwriter from Catawba, North Carolina. Presented by Boxcar Grille, Benefitting Hope Thru Mobility. Christina is a Country artist who makes people get up off their feet and dance, and inspires the hearts of others.

Saturday Screenings - Honey, I Shrunk the Kids
2025-07-26 20:45 - 23:00 | Union Square – Downtown Hickory, 280 Union Square, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Sit back, relax, and enjoy free movies this summer! Saturday Screenings take place at 8:45 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of July and August.
The film series will feature Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark on July 12; Honey, I Shrunk the Kids on July 26; Sing on Aug. 9; and National Treasure on Aug. 23. All movies are family-friendly with a PG rating.

Hot Tub and Swim Spa Blowout Expo
2025-07-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Hickory Metro Convention Center, 1960 13th Ave Dr SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:
Save Big on a huge selection of Hot Tubs and Swim Spas from major brands! Over 30 Hot Tubs and Swim Spas will be on display from 5 major brands at huge discounts. Financing is available (with approved credit).

Furniture Festival & Clearance Sale
2025-07-27 09:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-28 09:00 - 18:00 | Hickory Furniture Mart, 2220 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:
The Furniture Festival and Clearance Sale is the perfect opportunity to find significant savings on popular clearance items, floor models, and previous Market samples from High Point. This event also features demonstrations and displays by local artisans and craftsmen to further enhance your shopping experience. Sale offers and more details with a list of our local artisans and craftsmen may be found at our reception desks and online.

About:
Today, Hickory Furniture Mart’s expansive complex is comprised of four levels housing 100 factory outlets, custom order stores, and manufacturers’ galleries, representing nearly 1,000 of the most recognizable brand names in the furniture industry. The Mart also offers an onsite hotel as well as a gourmet café and a coffeehouse with Wi-Fi internet access. The premier manufacturers represented throughout the Mart include most major quality domestic and international manufacturers, accessories, fabrics, lighting, rugs, wall coverings, and additional home furnishings.

Hickory Crawdads vs. Augusta GreenJackets
2025-07-27 14:00 - 17:00 | L. P. Frans Stadium, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Church Bulletin Sunday:
Bring your church bulletin to the ticket office for a discounted $6 ticket. The ‘Dads will donate $4 from each ticket to that bulletin’s respective church, thanks to CPS Construction and Atrium Windows & Doors. | 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.

Parent & Me Intro to Crochet
2025-07-27 15:30 - 18:30 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
🧶✨ Parent & Me – Intro to Crochet ✨🧶
Have you always wanted to learn how to crochet? Now’s your chance! Join us for our Intro to Crochet class, perfect for beginners and those looking for a refresher. This class is reserved for children participating with an adult. In this skills-based class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of crochet to build a strong foundation for future projects. Instead of making a finished piece, we’ll focus on mastering the basics. No Experience Needed!
✨ What You’ll Learn:
✔️ How to hold the yarn and hook
✔️ Slip knot
✔️ Chain stitch
✔️ Single crochet
✔️ Slip stitch
✔️ Yarn over
🧵 What’s Included:
Every participant will receive a take-home kit with everything you need to practice at home:

Crochet hook
Yarn
Stitch markers
Yarn needle

💡 Perfect for:

Absolute beginners
Those who need a refresher on crochet basics

All this for only $25 per person!
📅 Reserve your spot today and start your crochet journey with us!

LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS!
2025-07-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Carsen Webb, the 16-year-old American Idol sensation from Granite Falls, is bringing the heat with LIVE performances EVERY SUNDAY from 5 PM to 8 PM! Get ready to vibe out with this incredible young talent—it’s going to be a show you won’t want to miss!
But wait—there’s more!
FOOD TRUCKS GALORE! From 12 PM to 8 PM, you can indulge in delicious bites from a rotating lineup of the best food trucks in town. Grab a snack, grab a seat, and get ready to eat, drink, and dance the night away!
Bring your friends, family, and your appetite—it’s the perfect way to kick off your Sundays!
See you there!

Line Dancing with Angie!
2025-07-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:

Every Sunday from 6pm-7:30pm in Hickory! All skill levels welcomed… Even those with two left feet!

Steve-O
2025-07-27 18:00 - 23:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:

!!!!!WARNING THIS IS A XXX 18 AND OVER ONLY!!!!! THIS IS A SHOW YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS. STEVE-O WILL NOT BE IN HICKORY FOR A LONG TIME

Grape Kids - Weekly - Craft & Paint Summer Camp
2025-07-28 08:30 - 12:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
This camp will run Monday – Friday 8:30 – 12:00. Join us for the whole week or by the day!
IMPORTANT CHANGE THIS YEAR: Drop them off at any time from 8:30-9. Lessons will begin at 9 am sharp.
Grape Kids Summer Camps are the most fun around town! Using curriculum from a nationally accredited organization, we offer premium materials in painting and crafting. Your kids will come home with their creations that will stick around for years to come! Each day will be focused on a different art or craft. They will include, but not limited to, painting, ceramics, clay, watercolor and wood craft. They will be very busy and probably get messy, dress appropriate.
Now Add-On Lunch Bunch. For only $5 a day! During Lunch Bunch they can stay up until 1 pm and eat the lunch they brought with them. We will play art related games, sing songs and watch age-appropriate movies and shows. You can of course pick them up earlier.
Food & Snack Policy: To keep our kids focused and happy you must bring a snack. If you do not bring a snack, we do have some available for purchase for $1-$3 per item. We have free bottled water.
2025 Weekly Themes

June 9th – June 13th – Deep Blue Yonder – We will focus on art that centers around the ocean.
June 16th – June 20th – Animal Kingdom – We will explore art that is all about wild animals and the ecosystems they thrive in.
June 23rd – June 27th – Out of this World – What little kid doesn’t love space? From the moon to the stars!
June 30th – July 4th – (We will have camp on 7/04) – Americana – This week we will celebrate everything there is about America!
July 7th – July 11th – On The Farm – We will explore everything from barns to cows to tractors!
July 14th – July 18th – Fantasy & Mythical Creatures – From Dragons to Knights and Princesses, this camp will dream. big!
July 21st – July 25th – Chow Down – We all love food, now let’s paint and craft about it!
July 28th – Augusth 1st – Film Frame & Art – We will create art centered around our favorite kid movies!
August 4th – August 8th – In The Game – This new theme we will make board games and paint video game masterpieces!
August 11th – August 15th – Around the World – We will explore art from all around the world!
August 18th – August 22nd – Art in Harmony – Exploring Art and our favorite artists, including some Swiftie fun!

Sustainable Art for Kids
2025-07-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Patrick Beaver Library, 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
About:
Kat Evans, Creative Director for NoCo Arts and the artist behind Terra Artemis, will lead a sustainable art workshop focusing on creating inks and paints using materials found easily in the kitchen (turmeric, berries, eggshells), copper oxide (made from copper fittings and distilled white vinegar), rust, and charcoal. Participants will learn the properties of binders that can be used with the different pigments and will be creating works of art on various paper substrates.
*Allergen disclaimer: not suitable for those with egg, shellfish, or distilled white vinegar allergies

LA Shaggers Test & Tune
2025-07-28 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.

Makers Monday - Sunset Lake Canvas Paint & Sip Group Class
2025-07-28 18:30 - 21:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:

Grab your friends and head to our studio on Mondays for a creative and fun-filled Makers Monday!
Here’s the deal:
✔️ For each paid registration, you get 3 seats and 3 – 11″x14″ wrapped canvases to paint!
✔️ Want to bring more friends? Add an extra seat and canvas for just $25 each.🎨
