Event: Letter Link is a monthly meet-up pen pal group focusing on engaging young writers’ literacy skills through creating postcards and letters for nonprofit organizations. This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high […]

Event: Story Time, followed by painting a ceramic pig! Each child will receive their own figurine & 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 & you'll be contacted once it's ready for […]

Event: Get ready to kick off your weekends with the rhythm of summer! The highly anticipated 2025 TGIF Summer Concert Series lineup will bringing a diverse lineup of live music to the heart of downtown. From soulful rhythm and blues to classic rock anthems and country twang, there's something for everyone to enjoy under the stars. Gotcha Groove is a […]

Performance: "THE PARTY STARTS HERE" with The Night Move Band. With a cast of musicians that can each boast over 25 years of experience this band is just as home on stage in front of a large festival crowd as they are playing for a private party. With a diverse song list including artists such as The Commadores, Delbert McClinton, […]

Event: Get ready for summer vibes—Friday Night Live returns to the Downtown Square! Join us on select Fridays from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, June through August, for a free evening of live music, community fun, and local flavor. Bring your family, invite your friends, and soak in the sounds of talented musicians under the open sky. While you’re here, explore […]

Event: The Carolina Summer Show, a fun-filled production with LIVE music, dance, & comedy, hits the stage at the Old Rock School in Valdese in June! From the producers of the beloved Carolina Christmas Show, this homegrown, feel-good variety show will feature talented NC performers presenting a soul-filling collection of pop, country, 50's-60's-70's, rock, Broadway, jazz, patriotic, & gospel music! […]

Event: The Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Department will host the annual Bike Safety Rodeo with Hickory Police Department on Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hickory Elks Lodge in downtown Hickory. The Bike Rodeo is a free, family-friendly event where individuals can try out a bike safety skills course, play bicycle games, and […]

Event: Story Time, followed by painting a ceramic pig! Each child will receive their own figurine & 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 & you'll be contacted once it's ready for […]

Event: The Carolina Summer Show, a fun-filled production with LIVE music, dance, & comedy, hits the stage at the Old Rock School in Valdese in June! From the producers of the beloved Carolina Christmas Show, this homegrown, feel-good variety show will feature talented NC performers presenting a soul-filling collection of pop, country, 50's-60's-70's, rock, Broadway, jazz, patriotic, & gospel music! […]

Earn your Coin Collecting Merit Badge at Gold & Silver Assay! This course will fulfill requirements for the Coin Collecting Merit Badge. Pre-Registration Required Cost $5.00 **There will be more classes in the future if you do not make this one ** Gold & Silver Assay & Jewelry Company 1612 2nd Ave NW Hickory 828.212.1213

About: Come join us at Hippy Valley Peace Fest 2025 on Sunday, June 22 for a groovy time and FREE admission! The family-run and family friendly festival will have a variety of creative vendors with handmade items, tie dye event shirts, face painting, bubble fairy, free yoga, live music, fun for kids, photo ops, and more! We hope you will […]