B Chord Live Acoustic Open Jam
2025-11-18 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-25 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
2025-11-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-23 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-27 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-28 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
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-27 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.

Partners For Cats Adoption Event
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-29 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 😉

Christmas Comes to Conover
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Downton Conover, United States
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Christmas Comes to Conover – Saturday, November 22, 10am-3pm! Get ready to experience the magic of the holiday season as Christmas comes alive in downtown Conover! Join us for an enchanting event filled with fun, festive and heartwarming moments! Meet Your Favorite Christmas Characters: Bring the whole family and meet some beloved Christmas characters as they spread joy, laughter, and holiday cheer! Downtown Shopping: Explore the charming shops in downtown Conover and discover unique gifts, seasonal decorations, and special treats for your loved ones. Santa’s Workshop: Take your photo with Mr. & Mrs. Clause and create a fun holiday craft!
Winter Market: Start your holiday shopping early, with unique custom gifts from local artisans.
Yule Fuel Food Fest: Enjoy your favorite treats from an array of food truck options!
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to celebrate the spirit of Christmas with your community. Embrace the festive atmosphere, create cherished memories, and share the joy with friends and family! This event is sponsored by Conover Community Partners, in collaboration with the Conover Farmers Market.

Winter Carnival 2025
2025-11-22 14:30 - 18:30 | Courthouse Square, Morganton, 102 E Union St, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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Join us in the heart of Downtown Morganton for the Winter Carnival, ice carving and lighting of downtown!

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.

Santa Claus Visits 2025
2025-11-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Courthouse Square, Morganton, 102 E Union St, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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Visit Santa on the Historic Burke County Courthouse Square in Downtown Morganton! Santa will be working away in his workshop on the square, ready for visits!
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.

Downtown Morganton Carriage Rides 2025
2025-11-22 17:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-28 17:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-29 17:30 - 21:00 | Courthouse Square, Morganton, 102 E Union St, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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Downtown Morganton will host carriage rides for the 2025 holiday season on select evenings in November and December.

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.

Learn to Square Dance
2025-11-24 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
2025-11-25 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.

Lighting Up Long View
2025-11-25 17:30 - 20:30 | Long View Recreation Center, 3107 2nd Ave NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join us as the Town of Long View kicks off the holiday season with our annual Lighting Up Long View celebration! ✨ Enjoy a festive evening filled with holiday cheer, community spirit, and family fun.
Stroll through the twinkling lights, savor hot chocolate, hot cider, and cookies, and enjoy carriage rides, Christmas carolers, and a kids craft corner hosted by the CB Hildebrand Public Library. The highlight of the evening—the official tree lighting ceremony—will take place at 8:15 PM, followed by a visit from Santa Claus himself! 🎅
This free, family-friendly event is one of Long View’s most cherished traditions, bringing neighbors together to celebrate the magic of the season.
Bring your family, your friends, and your holiday spirit—there’s something special for everyone! ❤️
Follow the Town of Long View on Facebook for updates and details.

B Chord Live Corn Hole
2025-11-25 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!

Holiday Open House at the Catawba Science Center
2025-11-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Friday, November 28th, visit CSC for holiday Gift Shop specials, membership deals, & fun activities for all ages!
10% off Classic Level Memberships 11/28 – 12/1
Give the gift that lasts all year with free unlimited admission, animal encounters, and scientific exploration for the entire family! Membership at Catawba Science Center means you get MORE for your family: MORE savings, MORE access, and MORE fun! Ask at any check-in desk how to become a member, or click below!
Gift Membership

Offer available in person or online ONLY & cannot be combined with any other offers/discounts.

Holiday Marketplace at B Chord Live
2025-11-28 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-29 11:00 - 17:00 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
Holiday Marketplace at B Chord Live! Located at 47 Duke St. in the “old Pepsi plant” where there is plenty of indoor space to shop for the holidays! We’ll have ~ 20 booths available each day. Come hungry, enjoy a delicious meal and tasty cold drink, and support your local businesses. Live music all day as well, 11am – 5pm each day.
VENDORS APPLY HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfWPCm1tWLHHE1Vb908KQFqiZWB0URv8Ur_pvOfgqtZdh9VQ/viewform?pli=1
