Event: Every Monday at the Morganton Pub Location. All ages and skill levels welcome. Run starts promptly at 6:15pm.

Join Us for an Evening of Impact with Molly Grantham! You're invited to a special event hosted by Molly, Grantham, where ALL proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer's Association. September 15, 2025 Doors open at 5:30 PM and the event begins at 6:00 PM 1915 Fairgrove Church SE, Newton NC 28658 Come enjoy: Heavy appetizers, Exciting raffle prizes, Caregiver support services […]

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.

Event: B Chord Live hosts Music Bingo every Monday night from 7pm - 9pm with Top Shelf Trivia!  Come join the fun!

Event: The Town of Hildebran hosts a weekly Farmers Market on Tuesdays from 8AM to 1PM through September 30th, 2025. The Farmers Market features produce from local farmers, handmade craft items and coffee vendors. Town of Hildebran is still accepting vendors for the 2025 Farmers Market season with free vendor spots. Please visit www.hildebranNC.com for more information.

🌟 You’re Invited! 🌟Join us for the Senior Information Resources Prime of Life Senior Expo 2025 on Tuesday, September 16th from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Highland Recreation Center. This free event is open to seniors, their families, and caregivers! Explore helpful resources, connect with local organizations, and take part in educational breakout sessions such as: 🩷 Zumba […]

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.

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

Event: Teen writers of all levels from experienced to brand new are invited! Come do writing challenges, share writing tips, play storytelling games, and more! Sharing your work is optional but welcome. Meets the third Tuesday of each month.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library […]

Event: Open Mic Night @ Liquid Roots Brewing

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!

Event: Bring your instrument or voice!  Each guest musician gets to perform 3 songs.  Sign up with the host each week. Don’t want to play solo? Jam with other performers or our weekly host.

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!

Enjoy local musicians, taste our local Chefs’ market creations, and visit with friends. Select meats, rice, honey, eggs, cheeses, baked goods, marinades, preserves & pickles, fresh cut flowers, transplants, potted plants, fresh herbs, heritage & artisan crafts, street foods and more… join your neighbors each week and shop with the people who grow your food! Welcome!

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 […]

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.

Event: Delve deep into the world of Dungeons & Dragons at Highland Recreation Center! Every Wednesday, beginning on August 20, come to the Community Room from 6-8:30 p.m. to participate in this classic role-playing fantasy game. Learn more and register today at hickory.recdesk.com.

Trivia Night Is On! Grab your smartest friends (or your best guessers) and come take on Trivia Night at Romeo & Brewliet! The fun kicks off tonight at 7 — cold beer, good laughs, and plenty of brain busters await. Bonus: Rotating FOOD TRUCKS will be serving from 5–9 PM, so fuel up before you fire off those answers.

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!

Event: On Thursday, September 18, the Downtown Hickory Art Crawl brings artists, art demonstrations and music to Downtown Hickory. Artists will be displaying their creations in a four easy walkable city blocks. There will be pottery, paintings, woodworking, photography and much, much more. Please remember the art work is for sale!   About: A variety of unique retail shops, restaurants, professional offices, […]

Join us Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 pm for Music Bingo at Romeo & Brewliet Tap Room & Pour House! PLUS enjoy one of rotating food trucks! Great music, fantastic food, good vibes, and tons of fun!

Event: Join the Western Piedmont Symphony chamber ensembles and friends for FREE live music experiences. Happening in downtown Hickory in partnership with the Downtown Hickory Art Crawl. Sponsored by the City of Hickory.

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 […]

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 […]

Join us at our 2nd Annual Building Brighter Futures Celebration on September 18, 2025, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Moretz Mills! (Registration table opens at 5:30 p.m.) Each attendee will receive 2 drink tickets, dinner, and dessert. Special music will be provided by Charlie Zagaroli and Jeff Arditti! You'll hear a short program about the impact of the early […]

Event: What began as a simple guitar and harmonica duo has grown into a full band performing across North Carolina. Jon Boy and Lefty bring a dynamic blend of blues, folk, Americana, southern rock, and classic country. Known for their soulful melodies, rich storytelling, and high-energy performances, they deliver a sound that keeps audiences engaged from start to finish.

Event: Celebrate the rich heritage of American music at Hart Square on Thursday nights at 6:30 p.m. on the Education Center lawn Thursdays in September. This series focuses explicitly on original musicians and writers who are inspired by the traditions of the past. Your ticket price helps us to bring regional and national talent to our rural area as well […]

Event: Teams of 1-4 complete in 6 trivia categories each week for the chance to win a $25 Liquid Roots Gift Card

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 […]

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.

Event: Join us every week for Farm Fridays at Whippoorwill Farm featuring a Farmer’s Market from 5:30 – 8:30 pm, live music from 6:00 – 8:00 pm and yoga from 6 – 7pm. Bring the whole family and get your goodies for the weekend! Sign up for yoga through the Breathe Yoga & Pilates website here https://www.breatheyogawellness.com/calendar

Event: 🎶 Live Music on the Lakefront Patio – Every Friday! 🎶 Join us at Lake Hickory Pub & Marina every Friday from 6–9 PM for live music on our beautiful lakefront patio! Enjoy great tunes from local musicians, cold drinks, and delicious food—all with a stunning view of Lake Hickory. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend. […]

Event: Join Myra's as they continue the longest-running Friday night Cruise-In in western North Carolina. All cars, trucks, and bikes are welcome! For details call 828-879-8049.

Event: Welcome to a vibrant space where culture, joy, and movement come together with Latino Dance! Our latino dance classes are open to all ages and skill levels — from total beginners to experienced dancers. 🎵 Styles we offer: Salsa Bachata Guajira Merengue Cha-cha-cha And more! 🔥 Why learn latino dance? Passionate, professional instructors High-energy, fun classes Inclusive, community-focused environment […]

Event: Cameron Matthews is back at the BJB!

Event: Ryan and Reggie Harris are musicians from NC. For more shows and links to music, visit http://www.theharrisbrothers.com Cowlick Mews and Chews Food Truck is joining us for the night!

🎃✨ They’re BACK! Fall & Halloween Lighted Ceramics – 2nd Annual SPOOK-TACULAR Season! ✨🎃 Back by popular demand—our Fall & Halloween-themed Lighted and Lantern Make & Take Ceramics are here for their 2nd year, and they're better than ever! 🍂👻 Click Read More to See All of the Options. Get ready to light up your home with festive fun! From spooky […]

🧶✨ Chunky Blanket Class – Now in TWO Sizes! ✨🧶 Have you ever dreamed of making your own cozy Chunky Blanket? Now’s your chance! 💕 In this fun, hands-on class, we’ll guide you step by step to create a soft, snuggly masterpiece—using just your hands (no tools needed!).🌟 Choose Your Perfect Size: 🪞 30"x40" Blanket (estimated) – 4 skeins – […]

Performance: Def Leppard's Journey Tribute Band is a vibrant homage to one of rock's most iconic groups, expertly capturing the essence of their electrifying performances. With an unwavering commitment to authenticity, the band delivers a high-energy show that spans not only the beloved hits of Def Leppard but also other legendary acts from the same generation. Each concert is a […]

Event: Known as the premier haunt of the Carolinas, Lake Hickory Haunts is a one of a kind haunted theme park; featuring a large body of water, surrounded by 13 unique haunted attractions. Throughout these attractions, guests experience 100's of live characters, awe-inspiring immersive environments, multi-dimensional special FX, and breathtaking scares. Since 2012, Lake Hickory Haunts and its team of […]

Event: Home Game @ Bandys High School.

Event: Home Game @ Hickory High School.

Event: Home Game @ Freedom High School.

Event: Home Game @ East Burke High School.

Event: Home Game @ Alexander Central High School.

Event: Home Game @ South Caldwell High School.

Event: Home Game @ West Caldwell High School.

Event: Home Game @ Maiden High School.

Known as the best haunt in the Carolinas, Lake Hickory Haunts is a one of a kind haunted house attraction; featuring a large body of water, surrounded by 13 unique haunted attractions. Within these attractions, you will discover awe-inspiring immersive environments, hundreds of live characters, multi-dimensional special FX, and breathtaking scares. Lake Hickory Haunts has been voted and ranked the […]

Friday Night Vibes: Live Music to get your weekend started right! Every Friday starting at 8 p until 11 p 🎸🎤 PLUS *Food trucks** every day except Mondays (Tacos? Burgers? YES, please!) 🌮🍔

Enjoy local musicians, taste our local Chefs' market creations, and visit with friends. Select meats, rice, honey, eggs, cheeses, baked goods, marinades, preserves & pickles, fresh cut flowers, transplants, potted plants, fresh herbs, heritage & artisan crafts, street foods and more... join your neighbors each week and shop with the people who grow your food! Welcome!

About: In 2008, a few members of the community came together to bring fresh local produce and goods to one central location. Over the years, Conover Farmers Market has cultivated a community where everyone belongs. Our markets are slow paced and easily accessible. The goal is that the community enjoys the unhurried atmosphere, taking in all there is to offer. […]

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 […]

Event: Support your local vendors at the Alexander County Services Center in downtown Taylorsville! New vendors are also welcome!

Event: Join us for a tail-wagging good time at Paws for Prevention, a one-day event designed especially for older adults and their beloved pets! This fun and informative fair brings together personal safety, pet wellness, and healthy living. Learn how to protect you and your pet’s well-being, meet other pet lovers, and connect with helpful local resources. 9:00am: Planning Beyond […]

WAGS to Riches Thrift Store is hosting a yard-sale. Come check out the great bargains for your pets, home needs and decor, artwork, holiday decorations, clothing and MUCH more. Best prices in the area! All proceeds go to support the cats and dogs at Friends for Animals.

Event: We will be at this adoption event with lots of cats and kittens available! We also have a line of cat themed jewelry and other items that we sell to raise money for the rescue. All of our cats are fully vetted indoor cats 😉 We do have contacts for barn or warehouse type cats... Vetting includes spay/neuter, rabies, […]

In this hands-on longleaf pine needle basketry workshop, you will have the opportunity to connect with local, natural materials while making a gourd and long leaf pine needle bowl. The class will cover an introduction to working with pine needles, hand-stitching, and coiling techniques – all fundamental elements of learning to make longleaf pine needle baskets. Supplies will be provided.

Event: Don't miss this month's SPARK event in the Foothills Collaboratory featuring Corning Optical Communications. SPARK is a STEM career showcase featuring local industries in the Carolina Foothills. Participate in guided activities based on their careers. The LAB can be found at the end of the South entrance hallway, across from Velo-City.   About: The Catawba Science Center opened its doors […]

In this hands-on longleaf pine needle basketry workshop, you will have the opportunity to connect with local, natural materials while making a gourd and long leaf pine needle bowl. The class will cover an introduction to working with pine needles, hand-stitching, and coiling techniques – all fundamental elements of learning to make longleaf pine needle baskets. Supplies will be provided.

It’s almost that time of year again!! It’s a BEER Celebration! Oktoberfest Mugs released at 2pm, @craft_taco 3pm Blu Waters Trio 6pm PLUS Beer Games!

Event: A taste of history is back with a progressive-style dinner that takes you into Hart Square Village. Enjoy a welcome drink and an amuse-bouche, a bite-sized, historically inspired tasting. This will be followed by a guided tour that includes engaging with food historians, demonstrating historic cooking methods.  Return to the Great Hall of the Sigmon Family Education Center for […]

Performance: Selwyn calls his style of music “Electric Swamp Funkin’ Blues.” He’s a unique and powerful writer and blues guitarist playing and singing with his signature power and room-filling charisma. Let’s welcome him back to Hickory. He’ll be playing the Sam Davis Field on a special Saturday evening event!   About: A variety of unique retail shops, restaurants, professional offices, […]

Event: Blue Stump is at the BJB!

Event: Join us for a Wine Tasting Italian Dinner on September 20, from 6 pm until 9 pm at Duke's Restaurant & Wine Bar (335 Main Ae. SW, Suite B, Hickory, NC). Enjoy a meal of Swordfish Provencial, Grilled Romaine Salad, Chicken Piccatta & Tortellini with a Caramel Cheesecake dessert. Specially chosen wines will be paired with the meal. Registration […]

Event: Located in Western North Carolina, Tri-County Motor Speedway is a 4/10 mile banked asphalt track racing weekly on Friday night as it has for most of it's existence. A NASCAR Home Track facility, TCMS features Late Models as it's premier division and has been a proving ground for many of today's rising talents. It was originally built as a […]

Event: Alexander County presents the 2025 Summer Concert Series at Alexander County Courthouse Park! Free admission. Shows begin at 7 PM. Made up of two outstanding, veteran musicians from one of the top major markets in the USA and one from across the Pond as a graduate of The British and Irish Modern Music Institute, That Lil Ol Band from […]

Event: The Footcandle Film Festival will host an outdoor concert and film screening at the hum in Downtown Hickory on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This event will feature a concert by The Black Tie Event Band, followed by an outdoor screening of “Dreamgirls”.   About: The Hum was manifested from a vision of music, business, and community-minded people to provide […]

Performance: Foreigners Journey amazes audiences worldwide with their high-energy authentic preproduction to Rock and Roll’s iconic legends Foreign and Journey. Mashing the music of these two Arena Best Selling acts packing a double punch for an incredible and memorable night! Featuring legendary top hits and power ballads such as, “Feels Like the first time”, “Hot Blooded”, “Separate Ways”, “I Want […]

Event: Known as the premier haunt of the Carolinas, Lake Hickory Haunts is a one of a kind haunted theme park; featuring a large body of water, surrounded by 13 unique haunted attractions. Throughout these attractions, guests experience 100's of live characters, awe-inspiring immersive environments, multi-dimensional special FX, and breathtaking scares. Since 2012, Lake Hickory Haunts and its team of […]

Known as the best haunt in the Carolinas, Lake Hickory Haunts is a one of a kind haunted house attraction; featuring a large body of water, surrounded by 13 unique haunted attractions. Within these attractions, you will discover awe-inspiring immersive environments, hundreds of live characters, multi-dimensional special FX, and breathtaking scares. Lake Hickory Haunts has been voted and ranked the […]

Event: Each year, the United States observes National Hispanic Heritage Month “Mes de la Herencia Hispana” from September 15th to October 15th, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was […]

Event:   The Jam Fam member Devante Thomas hosts his Battle of the Bands 5. 7 Bands Compete for a top prize of $500 with Cody Spencer as our awesome MC and Kenzie Kaylin Music opening the show.

Event: JAZZ ON TAP comes to Taste Full Beans (Downtown Hickory since 2001) beginning on Sunday Feb 2023. Jazz on Tap is the longest running jazz night in Western North Carolina for 21 years.. From 2000-present Jazz lovers continue to hear quality jazz of all flavors with rotating musicians each month 6-8pm. Joe Hastys, Rick Hefner, Jim Clark

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