Hickory Buzz

B Chord Live Acoustic Open Jam
2025-10-28 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-04 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
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Starting at 7pm, the B Chord Tuesday night jam brings a myriad of ages, talent and instruments! Bring your instrument and join the circle to play some tunes with fellow pickers! Or stop in for a bite and drink and enjoy the live music in Granite Falls!

Mindbender Mansion Exhibit
2025-10-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-30 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-02 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-07 10:00 - 16:00 and 1 more date | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Enter the wonderfully puzzling world of Mindbender Mansion, an eclectic place full of brainteasers and interactive challenges guaranteed to test the brain power and problem-solving skills of even the most experienced puzzlers! Math, science, and technology educational content are woven into the puzzles, videos, and group challenges found inside the exhibit! Sponsored by USConec, Corning, Shurtape, and Piedmont Natural Gas.

Creepy Crawly Animal Encounters
2025-10-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Spooky Season is upon us! This October, experience the creepy crawlies of Catawba Science Center. Free event with the purchase of admission.

Johnny Wilson Farm Pumpkin Patch
2025-10-31 13:00 - 18:00, 2025-11-01 09:00 - 18:00 | Johnny Wilson Farm, 5163 Precious Memories Lane, Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
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Corn maze, wagon ride, farm animals, corn crib, duck race, hay maze, apple and pumpkin. Cash Only.

Halloween Spooktacular 2025
2025-10-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Morganton, Main Street 112 B W. Union St., Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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Trick-Or-Treat give all the kids something good to eat! Downtown Businesses will give out candy to all the witches, superheroes and characters before everyone joins on the Historic Burke County Courthouse for the costume contest and other scary activities!

About:
Downtown Morganton is the heart of the City. The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Morganton is blessed with scenic rural landscapes, abundant outdoor adventure venues, wonderful shopping and dining opportunities, a thriving downtown music and art scene, and a state-of-the-art performing arts center.

Pumpkin and Paws Trail in Downtown Newton
2025-10-31 16:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Newton Development Association, 135 N College Ave, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
Pumpkins & Paws Trail – Halloween Fun in Downtown Newton!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, Oct. 31st from 4–6 PM and join us for a howlin’ good time!
12 Local Businesses will be handing out Teal Pumpkin treats — safe and allergy-friendly goodies so all kids can enjoy the fun! (The Teal Pumpkin Project is a nationwide initiative making Halloween inclusive for children with food allergies.)
Bring your four-legged friends in their best costumes and show off their spooky (or silly!) style. Downtown Newton is proud to be pet-friendly and we can’t wait to see those tails wagging!
This is your chance to trick-or-treat, explore downtown, and make memories with your family — two-legged and four-legged alike.
Tag your pumpkin pals and paw pals — we’ll see you on the trail!

Chick-fil-A Trunk or Treat
2025-10-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Chick-Fil-A Viewmont, 1239 2nd ST. NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Come in costume for an evening of candy, community fun, and a chance to see the Cow in his Halloween costume! Plus, kids can enjoy jumping around in the bounce house!

Hometown Halloween Festivities
2025-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Taylorsville, Main Ave Drive, Taylorsville, NC, 28681, United States
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Enjoy this family Halloween event! Enjoy the “Candy Crawl” through Taylorsville with downtown businesses, Taylorsville Police Department, Town Hall and Central Fire Department participating! Don’t miss the fun!

Trunk or Treat
2025-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | The Hickory Hub, 375 Main Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
🎃👻 Join us for a Spooktacular Event! 👻🎃
Hickory Learning Group and The Hickory Hub are excited to host a Trunk or Treat! 🍬✨
Bring the family for:🧩 Autism-friendly activities🍭 Trick-or-treating at decorated trunks🏠 Indoor fun and treats inside The Hub
📍 Location: The Hickory Hub 375 Main Ave. NE, Hickory, NC
Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy a safe, inclusive, and fun-filled evening for all ages! 💜

B Chord Live Presents The Jacktown Ramblers
2025-10-31 19:30 - 22:00 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
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B Chord Live is happy to welcome back The Jacktown Ramblers for Halloween!
The JackTown Ramblers, hailing proudly from Morganton, NC, embody the true spirit of bluegrass music with their infectious energy and deep-rooted passion. Consisting of four musicians with a deep history in the music, they have carved out a name for themselves as stalwarts of the local music scene, captivating
audiences with their distinctive blend of swingy bluegrass and traditional mountain melodies.

Partners For Cats Adoption Event
2025-11-01 10:00 - 15:00 | Tractor Supply Co., 111 Independence Blvd Ste E, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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We will be at this adoption event with lots of cats and kittens available!
We also have a line of cat themed jewelry and other items that we sell to raise money for the rescue.
All of our cats are fully vetted indoor cats 😉
We do have contacts for barn or warehouse type cats…
Vetting includes spay/neuter, rabies, distemper, feline leukemia FIV testing dewormed and flea treated and they are microchipped to the rescue…
Adoption Fees:
*We often have SPECIALS!*
$100 for our standard dsh breeds
However, we do charge more for Siamese or special breeds. $150
RagDolls, Himalayan, Persian, Other exotics are only $275 when we get them 😉

Learn to Square Dance
2025-11-03 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.
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”

Pre-K Craft & Storytime - Grape Kids Class
2025-11-04 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.

B Chord Live Corn Hole
2025-11-04 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!

Hickory, Catawba County Coin Club Meeting
2025-11-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Gold & Silver Assay & Jewelry Company, 1612 2nd Ave NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Join the Hickory, Catawba County Coin Club Monthly Meeting. A place to gather, talk about, trade and buy coins!Includes Guest Speakers and Coin Education.Everyone welcome, no cost.

B Chord Live Presents The Harris Brothers
2025-11-07 20:00 - 22:30 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
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Reggie and Ryan Harris are a brother duo born and raised in Western North Carolina, where they were exposed to a wide variety of music from an early age. The Harris Brothers started playing string instruments, and singing, as small children. They are part of a musical family that still gets together to play. They have been playing professionally as a duo for more than twenty years, showcasing their unique style.

Wellness on the Rocks
2025-11-08 08:00 - 14:00 | The Hum, 227 2nd Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Join Us for the TK Training & Wellness on the Rocks!
We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming Wellness on the Rocks hosted by TK Training & Wellness, happening on Saturday, November 8th from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at The Hum in downtown Hickory.
This exciting community event will showcase a diverse lineup of health and wellness vendors, all committed to helping you live your healthiest, happiest life. You’ll find everything from fitness and nutrition to mental health support, holistic healing, natural products, and more.
✨ Throughout the day, enjoy engaging pop-up health sessions led by health and wellness local experts!
🎶 Enjoy live music, grab a bite from local food trucks, and experience a vibrant, wellness-focused atmosphere right in the heart of Hickory.
Whether you’re a local business looking to connect or a wellness enthusiast eager to discover new resources, this festival is the perfect place to be.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this high-energy, health-centered event!
📍 Location: The Hum, 223 2nd Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602📅 Date: Saturday, November 8th⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
We’re currently welcoming vendors—secure your spot today!

Sgt. Ruff's COLOR Run
2025-11-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex, 1050 Zacks Fork Rd, Lenoir, 28645, United States
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Shepherds for Sheepdogs is a 501(c) (3) organization located in Lenoir, NC, whose purpose is to purchase professionally trained service dogs for disabled veterans and first responders. 100% of the proceeds goes to the dog and hero pair! This will be our 4th annual race but this year is our very first color run! Join us as we continue to ‘serve those who served’.
Course description:
Get ready to walk, run, or race all while getting blasted with color in this vibrant event. This fresh splash of family and dog fun will will take place on the City of Lenoir Greenway. The race will start and finish at the Lenoir Rotary Soccer Complex parking lot. Both races will begin with a color party, the Pup Run course will have an additional 2 color points and the Big Dawg will have 4.

21st Annual Veterans Festival & Parade
2025-11-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Town of Catawba, 102 First Street NW, Catawba, NC, 28609, United States
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We are excited to welcome you to join us on Main Street in Catawba for the 201st Annual Veterans Festival & Parade! Stay tuned for more details!
