Hickory Buzz

Ridgeview Chess
2025-10-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Ridgeview Branch Library, 706 1st St. SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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Participants will learn the basics of chess, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions, are welcome. Eugene Brown provides this program from the Big Chair Chess Club.

About:

Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library is a department of the City of Hickory, North Carolina, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The library has two locations: the main facility, the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, and the Ridgeview Branch.

Music Bingo by the Lake
2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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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.

Cultural Foodways: Salvadoran Tradition
2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00 | See Description, United States
Please note that this event will take place at Hickory Soup Kitchen and will NOT be held at the Hart Square site
Join us for a rich cultural foodways experience rooted in Salvadoran tradition.
Pupusas are the national dish of El Salvador and a beloved part of Salvadoran identity and tradition. Made from corn masa and filled with ingredients like cheese, beans, pork, or loroco, pupusas are often shared during family gatherings, community festivals, and cultural celebrations. They symbolize warmth, heritage, and the joy of bringing people together through food. In El Salvador, pupusas are traditionally enjoyed with curtido (pickled cabbage slaw) and salsa roja (tomato sauce), and are eaten at any time of day—for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even as a snack.
Pupusas are often served with Ensalada de Frutas (Fruit Salad Drink), a refreshing and colorful Salvadoran drink made with finely chopped tropical fruits soaked in a lightly sweetened fruit juice. Common ingredients include apples, pineapple, mango, mamey, and sometimes oranges or papaya. These diced fruits are mixed into a base of fruit juice—often made with orange, pineapple, or a mix of tropical flavors—creating a drink that’s both hydrating and satisfying.
This beloved beverage is often served chilled at celebrations, family gatherings, and street festivals. Unlike typical fruit juices, the joy of ensalada de frutas comes not only from its sweet flavor but also from sipping and chewing the bits of real fruit in every glass. It’s a fun, festive way to cool down and enjoy the taste of El Salvador!
Participants will watch as Chef Sulyema Trujillo prepares each course, learning about the flavors, symbolism, and history behind Salvadoran food. The meal will be served during the class, offering a taste of hospitality, and students will take home all the ingredients and recipe cards needed to recreate these dishes in their own kitchens.
Come discover the heart of Salvadoran food culture where meals are more than sustenance, they are a way of preserving tradition and bringing people together.
In collaboration with Hickory Soup Kitchen and Centro Latino Hickory

Music on Main - Trial By Fire
2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:30 | Downtown Newton Development Association, 135 N College Ave, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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Go back to an earlier day when lighters were held high, and you couldn’t help but sing along to such powerful choruses as “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Wheel in the Sky,” “Lights,” “Separate Ways,” and “Faithfully”.

About:
Those warm summer nights are just around the corner! As we get ready for Summer 2025, keep checking here for more info on our annual Music on Main: Summer Concert Series in Downtown Newton! Be sure to make summer Thursdays a date night or an after-work, quittin’-time night! No matter what you call it, we hope to see you at the Frank & Sue Jones Amphitheatre in Downtown Newton this summer! Roads will close at 5:00 p.m. Food Trucks will open for business at 5:00 p.m. The band will start at 6:00 p.m. and continue until 8:30 p.m.

Karaoke & Singo
2025-10-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory, 101 Catawba Avenue, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Every Thursday, 6 to 9 PM, join us by the lake for Karaoke + Music Bingo. Settle in under the lights, sing along, and play while you enjoy great food and drinks. We roll out new specials every month, so there is always something fresh to enjoy. Bring your crew and make it a lakeside night out at Copper Penny Grill.

Trivia Night at Liquid Roots
2025-10-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Liquid Roots Brewing, 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
New Trivia Night Hosted by Liquid Roots Owner Katie
Teams of 1-4 compete in 6 rounds of trivia. Winning team wins $25 Gift Card plus they get to choose a category for the next trivia night.
This week’s categories are:
Adam Sandler Movies, Oktoberfest, Soccer, Dogs, National Parks, College Football

Carolina Style Chorus - Rehearsal Night
2025-10-09 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 Ballet & Performing Arts Presents TEEN Ballroom
2025-10-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Hickory Ballet & Performing Arts, 116 3rd St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
No Partner Needed
$5/HBPA Student
$10/Guest

Karaoke Night at the Dive Bar
2025-10-09 21:00 - 23:59 | Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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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.

Mindbender Mansion Exhibit
2025-10-10 10:00 - 16:00 | 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.

Trivia & Jingo
2025-10-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Ridgeview Branch Library, 706 1st St. SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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Keep your mind active and sharp by taking part in a variety of quizzes, puzzles, and games.

About:

Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library is a department of the City of Hickory, North Carolina, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The library has two locations: the main facility, the Patrick Beaver Memorial Library, and the Ridgeview Branch.

Johnny Wilson Farm Pumpkin Patch
2025-10-10 13:00 - 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.

Laser Scare Show
2025-10-10 15:00 - 15:30 | Millholland Planetarium, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Spookier tunes from Blue Oyster Cult, Michael Jackson, Weird Al Yankovic, Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, and others aligned with laser light goodness!

Puzzle Party
2025-10-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Drop in for a Puzzle Party! Challenge yourself to mindbending puzzles every Friday, October through January 3rd. Free event with the purchase of admission.
Located in the North Classroom at the Catawba Science Center

Oktoberfest
2025-10-10 17:00 - 23:00 | Downtown, Under the Sails, 246 Union Square NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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The annual Oktoberfest is the second weekend of October. Having been co-founded by a German, Adolphus “Dolph” Shuford, Hickory has a long, proud German heritage. Home to the United States headquarters for several German companies and sharing a region-to-region partnership between Altenburger Land, Germany, and the four Greater Hickory Metro counties of Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba, our connection to Germany has never left us.

Feature:
Pepper Lewis & The Big Chiefs

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.

Live Music at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina
2025-10-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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🎶 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!

Myra's Cruise In
2025-10-10 18:00 - 23:00 | Myra’s Smashburgers & Creamery, 212 Main St W, Valdese, NC, 28690, United States
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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.

JR.s Pro Rodeo
2025-10-10 18:30 - 23:00 | Downtown Denver, 6917 Forest Hills Dr, Denver, NC, 28037, 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
2025-10-10 19:00 - 23:00 | 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!

Landslide - Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
2025-10-10 19:00 - 23:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Bring the timeless sounds of Fleetwood Mac back to life.

Landslide is hitting The Premier on Friday, October 10, 2025!

Expect an era-spanning set of hits from Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits. Landslide honors the spirit of one of rock’s most beloved bands by recreating not just the songs, but the essence, crafted with reverence, musicianship, and an unmistakable energy that transports you back to classic moments in rock history.

109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC

Doors Open: 7:00 PM

Don’t miss this chance to relive the legacy of Fleetwood Mac, brought to life by Landslide!

Secure your tickets today! https://www.ticketweb.com/event/landslide-tribute-to-the-premier-tickets/13935154

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

St. Stephens vs. Freedom
2025-10-10 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. Hibriten
2025-10-10 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. R-S Central
2025-10-10 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. West Caldwell
2025-10-10 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.

Foard vs. East Lincoln
2025-10-10 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.

Pride & Prejudice at The Green Room Theatre
2025-10-10 19:30 - 22:00 | The Green Room Community Theatre, 10 S. Main Ave., Newton, NC, 28658, United States
Jane Austen’s classic gets a bold, witty makeover in Kate Hamill’s fast-paced adaptation. Follow Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates love, family, and social expectations with sharp humor and heart. This playful take brings a fresh, feminist twist to the beloved story of pride, prejudice, and finding your match.

EagleMania - The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute Band
2025-10-10 19:30 - 22:30 | Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 West 6th Street, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
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EagleMania – The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band. That isn’t their slogan by mistake! EagleMania has dedicated themselves to faithfully reproducing the music of The Eagles. Since their inception, EagleMania has been thrilling audiences all over the country with their stunning five part harmony and their uncanny ability to emulate the unmistakable sound of The Eagles. Their show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as some of the solo work of Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh. EagleMania has spent countless hours breaking down everything The Eagles recorded on their albums and faithfully reproducing those unforgettable songs in the most authentic way possible. The audience is given a chance to experience the music the way it was meant to be heard and it’s done live on stage night after night. If you like The Eagles you will love EagleMania!

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!
2025-10-10 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
2025-10-11 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.
