Hickory Buzz

Foothills HBA Fall Food Truck Festival
2025-09-27 15:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Join us for the Foothills HBA Fall Food Truck Festival! With 16 food trucks serving up delicious eats and frosty beverages, a Kid Zone packed with fun, and pop-up shops to explore, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss our “Nail It – Ask the Experts” section, plus face painting, fairy hair, corn hole, and more. Bring the whole family out for an afternoon of food, fun, and community!
Valley Hills Mall Parking Lot facing HWY 70 from 3-8pm.

Knight of Destruction Round 2
2025-09-27 16:30 - 22:00 | Hickory Motor Speedway, 3130 US Hwy 70 SE, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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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.

The Mug Band
2025-09-27 18:00 - 23:30 | Bones Jones Burgers & Butchery, 3221 NC-126, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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The Mug Band is at the BJB!

Wiregrass
2025-09-27 18:00 - 23:30 | Bones Jones Burgers & Butchery, 3221 NC-126, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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Wiregrass is at the BJB!

Fall and Halloween Themed Lighted and Lantern Make & Take Ceramic Sip & Paint Class
2025-09-27 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-09-28 13:30 - 16:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
🎃✨ They’re BACK! Fall & Halloween Lighted Ceramics – 2nd Annual SPOOK-TACULAR Season! ✨🎃
Back by popular demand—our Fall & Halloween-themed Lighted and Lantern Make & Take Ceramics are here for their 2nd year, and they’re better than ever! 🍂👻 Click Read More to See All of the Options.
Get ready to light up your home with festive fun! From spooky jack-o’-lanterns to haunted trees, these glowing statement pieces are the perfect way to celebrate the season.
🖌️ These are Make & Take—you’ll bring them home the same day! We use a special no-kiln glaze that gives a beautiful, finished look and shows off every detail.
👀 Here’s what’s available (while supplies last!):
🕯️ Lanterns (Includes 1 battery-operated tea light):

Haunted House Lantern – 6.5H x 3.5W – $30
Tombstone Lantern – 8″ H x 5.75″ W – $35
Mummy Lantern – 8.75″H x 7.5″W – $35
Witches Lair Lantern – 5381 – 7H x 4.75W – $35
Witch Hat Jack-O-Lantern – 5383 – 6H x 5.25W – $35
Witch’s Boot Lantern – 8″H x 6.25″W x 3.5″D – $40
Cat with Jack – O – Lantern – 5460 -7H x 6.75W – $35

💡 Light-Ups
(Includes clip-in light kit):

Pumpkin Stack Light-Up – 5162 – 9.25H x 4.5W – $45
Haunted House Light-Up – 8Hx6Wx3.5D – $45
Halloween Tree – 12″H x 7″W (Includes orange & purple pin lights!) – $70
Haunted Halloween Tree – 13″H x 10″W – $85

🎨 Each session lasts 2–3 hours, with some downtime while your piece is glazed.
🎃 These designs won’t last, and many sold out quickly last year—so grab your spot soon and celebrate spooky season the creative way!
NO DISCOUNTS OR CERTIFICATES ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS CLASS!

JR.s Pro Rodeo
2025-09-27 18:30 - 23:00 | Burke County Fairgrounds, 145 Bost Rd, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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A traveling rodeo event that features a variety of professional rodeo events like bareback riding, bull riding, roping, and barrel racing. Tickets are purchased cash only at the gate, but cheaper if ordered in advance.

Lake Hickory Haunts
2025-09-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Lake Hickory Haunts, 520 Carolina Ave, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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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!

Blue Oyster Cult
2025-09-27 19:30 - 23:30 | Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 West 6th Street, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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For over five decades, Blue Öyster Cult has been thrilling fans of intelligent hard rock worldwide with powerful albums loaded with classic songs. Indeed, the Long Island, NY-‐based band is revered within the hard rock and heavy metal scene for its pioneering work. Blue Öyster Cult occupies a unique place in rock history because it’s one of very few hard rock/heavy metal bands to earn both genuine mainstream critical acclaim as well as commercial success.

Footcandle Film Festival 2025
2025-09-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Hickory Community Theatre, 30 3rd St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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The Footcandle Film Festival is designed to bring unique, challenging and entertaining films to Western North Carolina every September. The festival is being held by the founders and members of the Footcandle Film Society, a 600-member group dedicated to screening and discussing films on a monthly basis. The society was formed in late 2007 by Alan Jackson & Chris Frye. The inaugural film festival was held in September of 2015.

National Alpaca Farm Days
2025-09-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Serenity Alpacas, 226 Walker Valley Dr, Stony Point, NC, 28678, United States
National Alpaca Farm Days are the best days!

Join Serenity Alpacas for:
Lots of Alpaca Petting
Dragon Dogs @dragondogsnc
Peruvian Food Truck-Lomo house
Dessert Food Truck
Beer & Wine
Shopping

The dates:
FREE
September 27 & 28
10a- 3p

http://Serenityalpacas.com
226 Walker Valley Dr
Stony point
Free admission , free parking
10am-3pm both days

CALL TO ARTIST
2025-09-28 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-30 10:00 - 17:00 | Trade Alley Art, 25 2nd St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Trade Alley Art is hosting an art competition. We are looking for artists to participate. Cash prizes for winners. Please apply to enter today at Tradealleyart.com.

Annual Harvest Folk Festival
2025-09-28 13:00 - 2025-09-29 17:00 | Murray’s Mill Historic District, 1489 Murray's Mill Rd., Catawba, 28609, United States
After a year of heartbreak and uncertainty, the Harvest Folk Festival at Murray’s Mill is BACK—and our community could not be more ready to celebrate! Last year’s cancellation left a $40,000 gap in vital funding for the preservation of this historic landmark and left many feeling the absence of a beloved tradition that has brought families, artists, and local businesses together for generations. But this fall, the music, crafts, and flavors that define the festival return in full force, bringing with them the spirit of heritage, connection, and joy that our community treasures. We look forward to seeing everyone on September 27th and 28th at Murray’s Mill Historic District for two days filled with music, handmade crafts, delicious food, and all the fall festivities you love. By joining us and supporting the festival, you’re not only making memories—you’re helping to safeguard Murray’s Mill for generations to come.

Chunky Blanket - 4 Colors to Choose From - Sip & Craft Class
2025-09-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
🧶✨ Chunky Blanket Class – Now in TWO Sizes! ✨🧶
Have you ever dreamed of making your own cozy Chunky Blanket? Now’s your chance! 💕 In this fun, hands-on class, we’ll guide you step by step to create a soft, snuggly masterpiece—using just your hands (no tools needed!).🌟
Choose Your Perfect Size:
🪞 30″x40″ Blanket (estimated) – 4 skeins – $55
🛋️ 50″x60″ Blanket (estimated) – 6 skeins – $85
💖 What Makes It Special:
✔️ Premium, ultra-soft yarn included!
✔️ Pick from 4 gorgeous colors—your favorite will be reserved just for you!
✔️ A handmade blanket = the ultimate gift or a cozy treat for yourself.
⚡ Don’t wait—colors cannot be switched the day of class.
🎁 Walk away with a warm, one-of-a-kind blanket you’ll treasure for years. (Note: You may not finish the project in class but will leave with all the tools you need to finish at home)
📅 Spots fill fast—reserve yours today!
📌 Please note discounts do not apply for this class.
✨ Let’s get crafty, cozy, and creative together—see you soon!

Line Dancing with Angie!
2025-09-28 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!

Fonta Flora Run Club
2025-09-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Fonta Flora Brewery, 317 N Green St, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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Every Monday at the Morganton Pub Location. All ages and skill levels welcome. Run starts promptly at 6:15pm.

Learn to Square Dance
2025-09-29 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”

LA Shaggers Test & Tune
2025-09-29 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.

B Chord Live Monday Music Bingo!
2025-09-29 19:00 - 21:00 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
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B Chord Live hosts Music Bingo every Monday night from 7pm – 9pm with Top Shelf Trivia! Come join the fun!

Town of Hildebran Farmers Market
2025-09-30 08:00 - 13:00 | Royal Park, 202 S Center St, Hildebran, NC, 28637, United States
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The Town of Hildebran hosts a weekly Farmers Market on Tuesdays from 8AM to 1PM through September 30th, 2025. The Farmers Market features produce from local farmers, handmade craft items and coffee vendors. Town of Hildebran is still accepting vendors for the 2025 Farmers Market season with free vendor spots. Please visit www.hildebranNC.com for more information.

Tales for Preschoolers
2025-09-30 10:00 - 10:30 | Patrick Beaver Library, 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-5. All are welcome. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Pre-K Craft & Storytime - Grape Kids Class
2025-09-30 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
2025-09-30 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.

Community Square Dance
2025-09-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
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Community square dances are attended by young and old, couples and singles, and anyone interested in getting out, moving, listening to live music, and enjoying fellowship with others in the community. Beginners are welcome, and all dances are taught.
We invite people of all backgrounds and ages to enjoy an oral tradition passed down for hundreds of years. The Hickory Music Factory’s “Old Time String Band” and a dance caller will lead you throughout the evening. We will primarily draw upon the traditional social dances of America.
Journey into the past and learn square dances, step dances, reels, and other dance forms practiced in Southern Appalachia. These distinctive folk dances are the culmination of the many heritages that settled in this region. Folk dancing today is built on the European, African American, and Native American traditions of our past, but they are very much alive in the present.
You can help bring them to life by attending this inter-generational dance. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All ages are welcome, and no experience is necessary.

Open Mic Night
2025-09-30 18:30 - 21:30 | Liquid Roots Brewing, 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
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Bring your instrument or voice! Each guest musician gets to perform 3 songs. Sign up with the host each week. Don’t want to play solo? Jam with other performers or our weekly host.

B Chord Live Corn Hole
2025-09-30 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!

KARAOKE NIGHT!
2025-09-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Sing your heart out at Karaoke Night every Tuesday from 7-10 pm at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! Grab the mic, enjoy great drinks, and let’s make it a fun night! PLUS enjoy food from our rotating food trucks!

Hickory Farmers Market
2025-10-01 10:00 - 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!
