Live Music Every Friday at Romeo & Brewliet
2026-04-10 20:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | 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!!

Alexander County Farmers Market
2026-04-11 08:00 - 12:00 | Alexander County Services Center, 151 West Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC, 28681, United States
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Support your local vendors at the Alexander County Services Center in downtown Taylorsville! New vendors are also welcome!

Science Matters Matter Mania
2026-04-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Catawba Science Center, 243 Third Avenue NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Investigate the Matter That Makes Up Our World and the Universe!
Dive into the science of solids, liquids, and gases through hands-on exploration stations located throughout the Science Center, including the fascinating world of non-Newtonian fluids!
Enjoy exciting planetarium shows that uncover the “stuff” of our world and beyond and expand your understanding of the universe we call home.
Planetarium Show Schedule
• 11:00 AM – Molecularium: Riding Snowflakes
• 2:30 PM – Molecularium: Riding Snowflakes
• 3:30 PM – The Incredible Sun
Special Guest Speaker- Mx. Elise O. Weaver MS
Join Mx. Elise O. Weaver MS, Appalachian State University’s Director of Undergraduate Astronomy Labs, for an engaging conversation about dark matter and why researching this cosmic mystery matters to us all.
Special activities are included with Science Center admission!

Partners For Cats Adoption Event
2026-04-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Tractor Supply Co., 111 Independence Blvd Ste E, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Come on over to Petsense Lenoir on Saturday from 10:00 to 3:00 and visit all the kitties.
Check out our cat themed jewelry and other items.
We also have some cat themed t-shirts and other items just added.
We have a kitty for everyone 😉
They are fully vetted tested and microchipped to the rescue 😀
Adults and kittens are $100
Siamese $150 & up
Ragdolls,Persian ect..$325 & up
* specials do not apply to Siamese and other exotic cats*

DINOSAURS!
2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-12 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-15 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
2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-12 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-15 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.

Hickory Hops Craft Beer & Music Festival
2026-04-11 13:00 - 18:00 | Union Square – Downtown Hickory, 280 Union Square, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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We are celebrating our 22nd Annual Hickory Hops Craft Beer & Music Festival on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 1pm-6pm at the parking lot of Lowes Foods City Park in Downtown Hickory.
Hickory Hops is an annual Craft Beer & Music festival in Downtown Hickory. Over 50 craft breweries participate in this sampling event.
All Tasting Tickets include a tasting glass that will be provided on the day of the event. The regulations of the new social district in Downtown Hickory prohibits the use of glass serving containers, so the tasting glasses will be hard plastic.
This festival offers plenty for everyone, from inexperienced beer novices to hardened beer fest veterans anxious for something unusual.
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞.

Heroes of Barcadia at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-04-11 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

The Intimate Guitar - An Evening of Music with Alan Mearns
2026-04-11 18:30 - 21:30 | Drendel Auditorium, 243 3rd Avenue Northeast, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Internationally Renowned Classical Guitarist Alan Mearns will perform a delicate concert of baroque, romantic and Spanish masterpieces.
The evening includes:

A warm, welcome reception, including complimentary wine, beginning at 6:45 pm
The concert, starting at 7:30, will feature two equal sets of baroque, romantic, and Spanish masterpieces.
A rare opportunity to experience Alan’s extraordinary artistry up close

Every ticket sold directly supports Women’s Resource Center’s mission to empower women Across the Four counties they serve, helping them to rebuild stability, safety, and hope.

Beers & Balance - Yoga with Stephanie
2026-04-12 11:00 - 12:00 | City Walk Brewing & Distilling, 205 Main Ave NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Beers & Balance — Yoga with Stephanie Easter
Class and a Glass for $15 (N/A and non-beer options available!)
Rain or Shine – if it’s a beautiful day we’re generally on the turf. If it’s so-so we’re under the covered patio or inside the taproom. Reset from the weekend every 2nd Sunday of the month.

Line Dancing with Angie!
2026-04-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Dive Bar Hickory, 117 Government Ave SW, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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Every Sunday from 6pm-7:30pm in Hickory! All skill levels welcomed… Even those with two left feet!

Senior Bingo & Brain Games
2026-04-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Patrick Beaver Library, 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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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.

LA Shaggers Test & Tune
2026-04-13 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
2026-04-13 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
2026-04-13 18:30 - 21:30 | SideTracked Brewery, 609 S Green St Suite 100, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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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

Pre-K Craft & Storytime - Grape Kids Class
2026-04-14 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.

Strength & Balance Class
2026-04-14 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.

Locals Night at Copper Penny Grill
2026-04-14 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

Hickory Crawdads vs. Salem RidgeYaks
2026-04-14 18:00 - 21:00 | L. P. Frans Stadium, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
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Game Highlight (3): Teacher Appreciation
All school faculty members can get up to 2 free tickets to the game with a school ID. Friends and family can purchase discounted $8 tickets. | Presented By OrthoCarolina
Game Highlight: Dollar Dog Tuesday
Hot dogs are only $1 courtesy of Hebrew National. Also bring your dog to the game for only $1. | Presented By Hebrew National, WHKY 1290AM and 102.3FM
Game Highlight: Craft Beer Tuesday
Grab a drink to go with that hot dog- Craft beer is half off! | Presented By Lowes Foods

Taproom Trivia at Schwarzbär Ale Haus
2026-04-14 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
2026-04-14 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!

B Chord Live Acoustic Open Jam
2026-04-14 19:00 - 22:00 | 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!

Karaoke Night at Romeo & Brewliet
2026-04-14 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
2026-04-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Morganton Wednesday Mini Market, 111 North Green Street, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
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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!

Hickory Crawdads vs. Salem RidgeYaks
2026-04-15 11:00 - 14:00 | L. P. Frans Stadium, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC, 28601, United States
Event:
Game Highlight (3): Education Day
The Crawdads are welcoming local students for a morning edition of Crawdads baseball. | Presented By Dippin’ Dots
Game Highlight: Senior Day
The Crawdads are welcoming out Senior Citizen groups for a morning edition of Crawdads baseball.
Game Highlight: Jackie Robinson Day
Join us in honoring Jackie’s legacy and contributions to baseball and celebrate his accomplishment in breaking Major League Baseball’s color barrier.

The ART Table Lunch Break
2026-04-15 11:30 - 12:30 | Valley Hills Mall, 1960 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC, 28602, United States
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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!
