Story Time: Love is My Favorite Thing
2026-02-21 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Bisque Boutique, 232 Union Square, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Story Time, followed by painting a ceramic dish! Each child will receive their own piece & can work by themselves or have the help of their guardian or staff member! As much time as needed can be spent painting. Once finished, the piece will remain at the studio to be fired & be ready for pick-up in one week!

Framing 101 Workshop at NoCo ARTS
2026-02-21 11:00 - 13:00 | NoCo Arts, 118 N. College Avenue, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
This introduction to framing workshop will cover the basic skills needed to frame your artwork. From selecting the right type of frame to learning what tools are needed and how to use them. With a focus on preservation as well as presentation, this workshop is a must for artists on a budget!
Date: Saturday, February 21
Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
*Cost: $45 | ALL supplies included
*This workshop is $40 for NoCo ARTS Members. Learn more about Membership Benefits HERE.

Scrap Fabric Bowl Workshop at NoCo ARTS
2026-02-21 14:00 - 16:00 | NoCo Arts, 118 N. College Avenue, Newton, NC, 28658, United States
Ready to transform your fabric scraps into a beautiful, functional piece of art?
Join me for this beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn the simple yet
satisfying technique of coiling and stitching fabric strips to create a unique,
sturdy bowl.
This class is perfect for anyone—no prior sewing or crafting experience is
required! You’ll be guided step-by-step through the process, from preparing
your fabric strips to coiling, shaping, and finishing your bowl. Bring your favorite
fabric remnants, or use some from our stash, and walk away with a gorgeous,
handmade vessel to display or use.
*Note: This class requires enough finger strength to be able to pull the needle
through 3 layers of fabric.
Limited to 10 students
Age: 15+
No experience required.
Date: Saturday Feb 21
Time: 2pm-4pm
Price: $55 per student | All materials included.
Instructor: Andy Chrem @crafty_andy_ | craftyandystudio@gmail.com | 917.783.2850

Heroes of Barcadia at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-02-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Schwarzbär Ale Haus & Biergarten, 305 1st Ave. S, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
$5 gets you one of 8 spots at the table for Hereos of Barcadia – every Saturday at 4pm. This 10-week tournament will test your skills, patience and drinking ability.

What to Expect: In Heroes of Barcadia, players battle monsters and bosses to collect Power-Ups with mystical abilities. Perhaps one of these powerful relics can give you a winning advantage in your race for the Drink Hoard.

Use devious Loot Cards to ruin your opponent’s plans, all the while making sure your Health Bar Cup doesn’t end up empty.Nice guys finish last in this fast-paced, ever-changing, pun-tastic party game for fantasy and beverage connoisseurs alike.

THE LAW OF THE LAND:

– Must be 15+– Weekly play is limited to 8 seats– Alcohol not required but no outside beverages permitted– Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis– Tickets may be purchased up to 48-hours in advance (Thursday)– Tickets are available for purchase in-store or via Eventbrite (fee applies)– Final game (3/14/26) will be limited to prior weekly winners, with purse and trophy awarded to winner

Tickets go on sale every Thursday, purchase onsite or online at Eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heroes-of-barcadia-tournament-at-schwarzbar-ale-haus-week-one-tickets-1980012394372

Sweet Hart Dinner
2026-02-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
Join us for a one-of-a-kind dinner experience! Using a traditional 1800s cookbook, Chef Ben Sullivan will craft a multi–course dinner that embraces our ancestral roots while adding a modern twist.
This event will showcase traditional artisans, who will demonstrate in the great hall during the event. These dedicated volunteers are committed to preserving traditional arts, crafts, and trades for future generations.
Embrace your pioneering spirit with an amazing dinner inspired by 19th-century recipes. Witness traditional artisans and craftspeople at work, and explore a silent auction filled with beautiful handmade items crafted by our artisans. The purchase of these items will support traditional arts programming and historic preservation at Hart Square Village.
A welcome drink will be provided to you upon arrival, and a cash bar will be available throughout the event.

Music in the Pub
2026-02-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Come join us at the Lake for FREE Live Music every Saturday evening this winter. This week we are excited to have Adam Rose playing the pub. Great food, great drink, great people, and great music!!!
FEBRUARY SCHEDULE:
Feb 7 – Adam Rose
Feb 14 – Cameron Mathews
Feb 21 – Brayden Frasure
Feb 28 – Dani Kerr

February Events at Copper Penny Grill
2026-02-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Copper Penny Grill Lake Hickory, 101 Catawba Avenue, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Our February lineup is stacked with live music and big game fun, and it all starts this week at the lake.
Feb 5 – Darren Bryant
Feb 6 – Adam Rose
Feb 7 – Darrel Evans Jr.
Feb 8 – The Big Game!
Feb 12 – Mark Bumgarner
Feb 13 – Steve Dellasalla
Feb 14 – Mike Tibbs
Feb 19 – David Porter III
Feb 20 – Zach Christensen
Feb 21 – King Yugi
Feb 26 – Carsen Webb
Feb 27 – Seth Clement
Feb 28 – Brayden Frasure

CopperPennyLakeHickory.com

House of Hair 80's Metal
2026-02-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
HOUSE OF HAIR IS BACK — AGAIN! Friday, February 21st @ The Premier | Hickory, NC
You asked. You screamed. You packed the house.So we’re bringing it BACK AGAIN
House of Hair returns to The Premier with another night dedicated to the greatest rock & metal anthems of our generation. Big hooks, bigger hair, and nonstop sing-along energy from start to finish.
Doors Open: 7PM The Premier – 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601 Tickets available now at hickorypremier.com
If you missed it last time, don’t make that mistake again.If you were there, you already know.
House of Hair. Back again. Louder than ever.

DINOSAURS!
2026-02-22 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-25 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
2026-02-22 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-25 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.

Line Dancing with Angie!
2026-02-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Event:

Every Sunday from 6pm-7:30pm in Hickory! All skill levels welcomed… Even those with two left feet!

Micro Wrestling
2026-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
– absolutely no refunds: tickets transfer to rescheduled date
– all-ages
– ticket prices include service fees
Microtorium of Pigeon Forge cast:
Baby Jesus
Syko
Pinky Shortcake
Little Ozzy
Micro Tiger
Lil Chola
Gnate the Gnome
Knee High
Livy Luana

Senior Bingo & Brain Games
2026-02-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Patrick Beaver Library, 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Senior Bingo & Brain Games meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month for fun in a friendly environment. Our casual and relaxed pace makes it perfect for people of all playing levels. Bring friends or join us on your own and meet new people in our community. Sponsored by Friends of Hickory Public Library.

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.

Teen Drawing Workshop
2026-02-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Is your pre-teen or teen curious about drawing?
On the last Monday of each month, ages 10 and up have the opportunity to learn and practice simple drawing techniques.
Our Teen Drawing Workshop offers a friendly, casual environment to inspire creativity while improving illustration skills.
Bring a sketchbook and each month we will focus on a different drawing technique, subject, or theme.
Sign up for one or all! Classes run from September to May.

To register, contact Karla Starnes at kstarnes@hickoryart.org.
Location: HMA on the Go Satellite Location at Valley Hills Mall

LA Shaggers Test & Tune
2026-02-23 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.

Taps & Tunes Music Bingo at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-02-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Schwarzbär Ale Haus & Biergarten, 305 1st Ave. S, Conover, NC, 28613, United States
Try your hand and test your luck, no music knowledge required! “Shazam” your way through a classic game of bingo with a musical twist. Prizes and bragging rights awarded for each round!

Sidetracked Weekly Pinball Tournament
2026-02-23 18:30 - 21:30 | SideTracked Brewery, 609 S Green St Suite 100, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:

Come out to our Weekly Pinball Tournaments held every Monday at 630pm!
Events are IFPA sanctioned and are Target Matchplay Format. A $10 buy-in covers all your tournament pinball play and practice. There will be a cash prize to the top 2 spots! New and inexperienced players are encouraged to attend! It’s just a bunch of nerds pressing buttons after all

Trivia Night at Romeo & Brewliet!
2026-02-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join us every Monday from 6-7 pm for Trivia Night hosted by Ryan Beale at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! Test your knowledge, enjoy great drinks, and try to win! 25% off all self-pour taps!

Pre-K Craft & Storytime - Grape Kids Class
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:00 | Painted Grape, 1366 US-321, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:

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
2026-02-24 11:00 - 11:45 | Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Fitness Plus, 810 Fairgrove Church Road SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
About:

Strength & Balance Class is a low impact fitness class for anyone wanting to improve their balance, coordination, and overall strength.

Community Square Dance
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Hart Square Village, 5055 Hope Road, Vale, NC, 28168, United States
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.
If you play an instrument and want to experience performing old-time music, please contact Liam Bailey from the Hickory Music Factory at liam@liamthomasbailey.com.

Stranger Things Paint Party
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Bisque Boutique, 232 Union Square, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Friends don’t lie.. but they paint!

Join us for a totally tubular Stranger Things themed paint night at Bisque Boutique! We’ll have exclusive themed silkscreens inspired by the show and an Eggo waffle bar (because obviously)! Paint a piece that would make Eleven proud while jamming to 80s throwbacks & discussing the show!

Taproom Trivia at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-02-24 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
2026-02-24 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
2026-02-24 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
2026-02-24 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!

Menopause The Musical 2®
2026-02-24 19:30 - 22:00 | CoMMA Performing Arts Center, 305 E. Union St. Suite A100, Morganton, 28655, United States
All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship – plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses! Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail.

Adult: $35 – $75
*PLUS $3 per ticket facility fee
*PLUS 6.75% NC Sales tax
*All persons must have a ticket, including infants

*No Refunds or Exchanges

Morganton Wednesday Mini Market
2026-02-25 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!
