Hickory Buzz

St. Patrick's Day
2026-03-17 16:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Liquid Roots Brewing, 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
St. Patrick’s Party #2!!!!!Green Beer, Irish Car Bombs, Shenanigans and Live Music byJon Boy and Lefty!

Locals Night at Copper Penny Grill
2026-03-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory, 101 Catawba Avenue, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Snow piling up outside? That is your sign to come warm up at Locals Night at Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory.

$1 wings, drink specials, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal, and prime rib rolling out at 5 pm. Perfect midweek cozy-up with your favorite people.

Stay warm and drive safe!

CopperPennyLakeHickory.com

Taproom Trivia at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-03-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Schwarzbär Ale Haus & Biergarten, 305 1st Ave. S, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
Get Quizzical with Courtney Austin during Taproom Trivia tonight at 6:30pm every Tuesday! Winners are determined by a point system at the end, with prizes awarded to the top three teams (limit 4 players per team, so the rest of us have a chance)! Get here early so you don’t miss the first round!

It’s Train Station Tuesday, with $2.50 Coors Banquet and prizes every time the train rolls through!

B Chord Live Corn Hole
2026-03-17 18:30 - 23:00 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
Event:
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!

B Chord Live Acoustic Open Jam
2026-03-17 19:00 - 22:00 | B Chord Live, 47 Duke St., Granite Falls, NC, 28630, United States
Event:
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!

Karaoke Night at Romeo & Brewliet
2026-03-17 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!

Morganton Wednesday Mini Market
2026-03-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Morganton Wednesday Mini Market, 111 North Green Street, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
Morganton’s open-air farmers markets offer the best locally grown products in the area. By visiting the Market and supporting your local growers, you reduce your carbon footprint. Plenty of variety can be found right here at your back door! The Morganton Farmers Market is a cash-only market with only a few vendors set up to accept debit/credit cards. Are you a shopper using SNAP, WIC, or Senior Vouchers? Be sure to stop by J&J Farms’ booth to receive your shopping tokens.

About:
The Wednesday Mini-Market is located at 111 North Green Street, at the corner of Green Street and Avery Avenue. From I-40, take Exit 105, make a right turn and follow South Sterling Street approximately 2.5 miles under the railroad tracks and past the historic courthouse (to your left). The Mini-Market will be on the next corner on the left!

DINOSAURS!
2026-03-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Dinosaurs Return to Catawba Science Center
Opening at the Catawba Science Center on February 8th!
Members-only opening Saturday, February 7th – Public Opening Sunday, February 8th

NEW!!! VR Experience with IMMOTION
2026-03-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-20 10:00 - 16:00 | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Step back 66 million years and journey through the final chapter of the age of dinosaurs in Dinosaur Evolution—a thrilling immersive experience that brings the Cretaceous world to life. Witness feathered raptors on the hunt, armored giants defending their turf, and the mighty T. rex at the top of the food chain. But even these perfectly evolved creatures couldn’t escape Earth’s most devastating extinction event. Stunning visuals and cutting-edge science reveal how evolution shaped the dinosaurs—and how birds, their modern-day descendants, continue their legacy. It’s a prehistoric adventure that will inspire the next generation of paleontologists and conservationists alike.

The ART Table Lunch Break
2026-03-18 11:30 - 12:30 | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:
Hickory Museum of Art would like to invite you to join us every Wednesday at 11:30 AM for lunch and an informal conversation with artist Jim Wojtowicz about art, creativity, and more at HMA’s On the Go satellite location at Valley Hills Mall. Whether you’re an artist or not, Jim’s engaging and informative approach fosters a relaxed environment where participants discover new ideas and perspectives about art and creativity.
Stop by the food court or bring a packed lunch from home and join us at The ART Table to enjoy this FREE midweek break from routine that’s filled with inspiration and creativity. We look forward to seeing you there!

Pint Size Picassos
2026-03-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Our pint-sized Picasso takes on a new adventure at our temporary location inside Valley Hills Mall (#209, 2nd floor, beside American Eagle). Young children and their favorite grown-up are introduced to art, the Museum, and how they work together to cultivate creativity. Each class will focus on a new book and artwork to go along with the book.
To register, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org.
Location: HMA Satellite Location at Valley Hills Mall #209
3 – 5 Years with Accompanying Adult
$15; $10 Members; Adults free

Silent Book Club
2026-03-18 17:00 - 19:00 | MoonJoy Meadery, 902 West Ave NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
Event:

5-5:30: Grab a snack, a drink, cozy up.
5:30-6:30: Silent reading
6:30-7: chat with other readers or keep reading silently—totally up to you.

March Mixology Class
2026-03-18 20:00 - 21:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join us for our popular mixology classes. This after hours event is a great opportunity to learn how to craft 3 different cocktails and you will be given the recipes as a special gift. The class is very interactive and a lot of fun. Cost is $38 and that include all the ingredients, recipes, and instructions to craft 3 cocktails. Invite your friends, neighbors, co-workers, or just join by yourself.

$30 Thursday - Tattoos
2026-03-19 12:00 - 21:00 | Tattoo Factory of Hickory, 724 1st Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
$30 THURSDAYS!!! – 100’s of tattoo designs to choose from for only $30!!! – (Designs are 3-4 times larger than our “tiny tattoo” designs!) – WALKINS WELCOME!!! – Sorry, no appointments for this event.

Bethlehem Farmers Market
2026-03-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Mt. Bethel Methodist Church, 9042 NC Hwy 127, Taylorsville, NC, 28681, United States
Event:
The Bethlehem location of the Alexander County Farmers Market is at Mt. Bethel Methodist Church. There is nothing like buying fresh produce, homemade sweets, or handmade crafts from your local vendors! If you GROW IT, MAKE IT, or BAKE IT… please BRING IT!

Music Bingo by the Lake
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
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.

Young Adult Fellowship & Enterpreneurial Night
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | OUTright Youth of Catawba Valley, 1331 4th St Dr NW, Suite I, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:

In partnership with the Carolinas LGBT Chamber of Commerce, Blue Ridge Division, and Lenoi-Rhyne University, this is a monthly meeting where we will gather to socialize and discuss entrepreneurship and other life/career skills. Local business & community leaders will be visiting speakers & mentors as well. This is free to attend, and occurs every third Thursday each month from 6 to 8 PM at the ORY center

Cocktail Class at No Entry (Reposado)
2026-03-19 18:00 - 21:00 | City Walk Brewing & Distilling, 205 Main Ave NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join us for our monthly Cocktail Class in No Entry Cocktail Bar at City Walk Brewing & Distilling. Limited to 12 guests. Includes bar snacks and 3 cocktails made with the guidance of our Mixology Team. Gratuity not included.

Time: 6PM

Date: Thursday, March 19th, 2026

Theme: We’re releasing City Walk Reposado as a part of our Barrel Select Series. An agave based spirit sourced from Jalisco, distilled in house and aged 10 months. We will take a deep dive into the complex world of Agave spirits and be one of the first to try it!

Must be 21+ to participate.

Music Bingo at Romeo & Brewliet
2026-03-19 18:30 - 22:00 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
, Join us Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 pm for Music Bingo hosted by Ryan Beale at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! Great music, good vibes, and tons of fun!

Carolina Style Chorus - Rehearsal Night
2026-03-19 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.

The Trail to Oregon
2026-03-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Hickory Community Theatre, 30 3rd St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join our All-American family as they journey down THE TRAIL TO OREGON, an original musical produced by Starkid Productions. It is the most historically accurate musical portraying the Oregon Trail to date; featuring 12 educational songs, a set precisely replicating the trail’s landscape, and appearances from famous historical figures, such as: Henry McDoon, Cletus Jones, and Cornwallis. Based on The Oregon Trail computer game that an entire generation grew up with and loved.

Karaoke Night at the Dive Bar
2026-03-19 21:00 - 23:59 | Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:
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.

Caldwell Opportunities Blood Drive
2026-03-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Caldwell Opportunities Inc., 1617 College Avenue SW, Lenoir, 28645, United States
Blood Drive sponsored by Caldwell Opportunities

Public Group Tour
2026-03-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Hart Square Village. An experienced tour guide will lead you around the village, exploring various cabins and learning the history of the settlers of this region. A public group tour is a great introduction to the mission of Hart Square.

Fish Fry Fridays
2026-03-20 16:30 - 19:30 | See Description, United States
St. Aloysius Knights of Columbus will be having their annual FRIDAY FISH FRY’S, every Friday – February 20th to March 27th from 4:30 to 7:30 PM at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 921 Second St. NE, Hickory. Come enjoy complete Fish Fry dinners plus drink & dessert (Eat-in or Take-out) at Holy Family Hall (Cash or Card accepted). Kids meals available.

DÅZR Live
2026-03-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Get Ready, Hickory! DÅZR is Coming to Rock the Premier!
Mark your calendars for Friday, March 20 at 7 PM — DÅZR is taking over the stage at The Premier, Hickory, NC for a night of unstoppable energy, killer rhythms, and electrifying performances!
DÅZR brings the heat with classic hard rock and pure adrenaline. Whether you’re here for the riffs, the grooves, or just to have an epic night out, this is one performance you cannot miss.
Grab your friends, bring your loudest cheers, and get ready to experience DÅZR live — it’s going to be a night that hits all the right notes and leaves you wanting more.
Rock on and see you there!
