Mindbender Mansion Exhibit
2025-12-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-02 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

The ART Table Lunch Break
2025-12-31 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!

Polar Express PJ Party Adventure - Hosted by Kilty Pleasure Tours
2025-12-31 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-01 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-02 16:00 - 19:00 | See Description, United States
All aboard for Hickory’s most magical holiday experience! Kids ages 5–10 are invited to slip into their coziest pajamas and hop on the Nessie bus for a festive Polar Express–themed scavenger hunt filled with wonder, treats, and hands-on fun.
This 3-hour adventure includes four charming stops: an obstacle course at Samurai Institute, a hot chocolate and cookie game station at 3 Little Chicks Bakery, ornament decorating at Azalea Design, and a sweet reward of popcorn from Tastebuds.
Perfect for small groups, birthday celebrations, or a holiday outing with friends, each party includes 5–8 children and 2–3 parents for $350.
Tours run Nov. 24–Jan. 31 with weekday, weekend, and evening options.
Available Times:
Mon–Fri: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Give your kids a Christmas memory they’ll never forget—filled with adventure, Golden Tickets, and holiday magic.
📧 Email Karen@kiltypleasuretours.com for more details or you can book your date on https://forms.gle/b84pgCoN1FyKkK548

The Final Fourk: A New Year's Eve Celebration
2025-12-31 16:00 - 22:00 | FOURK, 1410 4th Street Dr NW Ste 103, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Fourk with an unforgettable evening of great food, live music, and celebration!
We will be open from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, serving through the end of the night. Guests will enjoy a three-course New Year’s Eve dinner, with pricing based on entrée selection. Please note this will be a limited menu only; our regular menu will not be available.
Each guest will be welcomed with a complimentary champagne toast, with sparkling cider available for those under 21 or non-drinkers. Live music by Tony Eltora will set the tone for a festive and elegant evening as we ring in the New Year together.

Reservations are highly recommended, though we will do our best to accommodate walk-ins. Reserve online or call 828-855-3437.

Silent Book Club
2025-12-31 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.

Wine Down Wednesdays: Movie Edition at Romeo & Brewliet
2025-12-31 17:00 - 23:00 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Wine Down Wednesdays: Movie Edition at Romeo & Brewliet Unwind in the middle of the week with a cozy movie night, fall vibes, and the best drink deals in town!
Join us every Wednesday as we dim the lights, pour the wine, and play your favorite feel-good movies. Whether you’re coming with friends, a date, or flying solo, it’s the perfect midweek reset.
Weekly Movie ShowingEach week features a different movie—rom-coms, classics, and must-watch favorites.Check our page for this week’s featured film!
Drink Special:Half Off Bottles of Wine & Bubbles all night long.
Start Time:Movies begin at 7:00 PM (unless otherwise noted).
Location:Romeo & Brewliet Taproom2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC 28601
Come sip, relax, and enjoy a cozy night out. See you Wednesday!

Fonta Flora Books & Brews
2025-12-31 18:30 - 20:00 | Fonta Flora Brewery, 317 N Green St, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Event:
2025 is Here! Fonta Flora Books and Brews book club is open to everyone – everyone that loves to read and drink good beer, that is! Every month we choose a book based off of a selected theme, and then meet on the last Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM at our Downtown Morganton location to discuss

New Year's Eve Midnight Slice
2025-12-31 20:00 - 2026-01-01 00:00 | See Description, United States
No cover. Full Bar. Complimentary toast. All you can eat slices. Midnight magic.
🕰️ 8PM-12PM
📍 Inferno Tavern: 2289 St Pauls Church Rd, Newton, NC 28658, United States

New Year's Eve Party
2025-12-31 20:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Liquid Roots Brewing, 1048 Harper Ave. NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645, United States
End 2025 at our Liquid Roots New Year’s Bash! We are bringing Club Roots back for a 21 and over Party with a Live DJ!
Doors open at 8pm and we are partying til 1:00am!! Snacks by Katz Sandwich Co.

New Year's Eve Dance Party
2025-12-31 20:00 - 2026-01-01 03:00 | Hickory Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Premier!
The countdown to 2026 starts right here, surrounded by music, friends, and a packed house ready to dance into the new year.Experience Hickory’s biggest NYE party with Audible Entertainment leading the soundtrack to your night.Enjoy door prizes, a champagne toast at midnight, and our signature balloon drop to welcome 2026 right.
The party doesn’t stop till you do!
December 31 | Doors at 8 PM109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601
Tickets available now: https://www.ticketweb.com/…/new-years-eve…/14692983

2026 New Year's Eve Party
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | City Walk Brewing & Distilling, 205 Main Ave NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
You are invited to the 2026 New Year’s Eve Party by City Walk Brewing!

A ticket gets you access to City Walk Brewing Taproom, Biergarten and Miracle Popup Bar. Also, includes Party Favors at the Door, Heavy Hors d’ourves by the Cranford Hospitality Team, and Music provided by DJ Viewbeats! Beverages are not included, but access to 3 bars.
Dress to impress!
TIcket’s available at citywalkbrewing.com!

New Years Eve with The Essentials at The Stump Event Center
2025-12-31 21:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | The Stump Event Center, 2575 Mountain View Rd, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Celebrate the New Year in a comfortable environment with friendly folks, great blues, rock, and R&B.
Play the final Jack of Diamonds drawing of the year for big cash prizes.
$10 cover – party favors – finger foods – champagne at midnight

Wrong Side of the Tracks IV: New Year's Eve Party
2025-12-31 21:30 - 2026-01-01 01:30 | Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Let the countdown to 2026 BEGIN!
Celebrate the start of the New Year with us Dive Bar Hickory’s Wrong Side of the Tracks!9:30PM – 1:30AM | Live DJ
$10 General Admission | Cover Includes Midnight Toast!
Feeling VIP?$30 VIP | Cover + T-Shirt$50 Super VIP | Cover + Sweatshirt
This is your LAST chance to experience “The Dive Before Christmas” Pop-Up!
We will be closed from 8pm – 9:30pm to set up!

New Year's Eve: Rock of Ages
2025-12-31 22:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Hickory Social House, 2039 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
N E W Y E A R ‘ S E V E 2 0 2 6

Time to dust off those pretty dresses, suits, and dance shoes that you’ve been saving for a special occasion.Hickory Social House is proud to announce that we will be doing a Rock of Ages Prom Night for our new years bash. Allen Ward will be playing all of your favorite 80s rock songs. Free champagne toast at midnight. We will offer late night menu. Prom attire preferred, but not required. Free entry and VIP tables available (call for pricing information.)
This is a 21+ event that you will not want to miss! Here’s your second chance to be Prom King & Queen Here’s to you all for making 2025 at Social a great restaurant and bar, & here’s to a new year of continual growth and success!

$30 Thursday - Tattoos
2026-01-01 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
2026-01-01 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!

Monthly Journaling Club Hickory Musuem of Art
2026-01-01 17:00 - 19:00 | The Shuford House & Gardens, 534 3rd Ave NW B, Hickory, 28601, United States
Event:
Join us at The Shuford House & Gardens for our monthly Journaling Club, now held the first Thursday of every month during L.A.T.E. Night Thursdays.
Our open-studio style session is perfect for journaling, collage, and creative exploration—all materials provided. Bring your favorite journal (or start a new one!) and fill it with sketches, collages, paintings, inspiration, and more.

Music Bingo by the Lake
2026-01-01 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.

Music Bingo at Romeo & Brewliet
2026-01-01 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
2026-01-01 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.

Karaoke Night at the Dive Bar
2026-01-01 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.

Window Walks: Exploring the Art of Retail
2026-01-02 11:30 - 12:00 | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Join Hickory Museum of Art and artist Jim Wojtowicz for an engaging and informative guided tour of the store display windows at Valley Hills Mall in Hickory. On this 30 minute conversational walking tour, Jim will share insights on key concepts such as composition, color theory, lighting, and the art of storytelling in visual merchandising. You’ll gain understanding into how expertly crafted displays attract attention, evoke emotions, and enhance consumer engagement. Whether you’re an aspiring designer, a business owner, or simply curious about the art of retail, this tour promises to be both educational and enjoyable!

Art Jamboree (All Ages)
2026-01-02 12:30 - 14:00 | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
Join us for Art Jamboree, a creative adventure where each Friday brings a brand-new art project! Explore different materials and techniques while having fun making something unique every week.
Fee: $5; No registration required.

Puzzle Party
2026-01-02 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

Music in the Pub
2026-01-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Lake Hickory Pub and Marina, 6706 Limbaugh Ln, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Join us from January through March for live music on Saturday evenings from 6pm-9pm at Lake Hickory Pub and Marina. Where Lake, Life and Live Music Meet!

Live Music Every Friday at Romeo & Brewliet
2026-01-02 20:00 - 23:30 | Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House, 2016 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Friday Night Agenda!! LIVE MUSIC STARTING AT 8PM at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House 2016 N CENTER ST, HICKORY, NC!! Rotating live musicians!Let’s go!!
