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: […]

Event: Crafters unite at our monthly meetup! Bring your work(s) in progress and meet fellow creators, exchange ideas, and explore the various equipment The Learning Lab has to offer. Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public Library […]

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

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.

Learn to Square Dance in just 12 lessons! Sponsored by the Catawba Valley Cloverleafs Square Dance Club FUN, heart and brain healthy! No partner needed – 12 to 90 years old! Mondays 6:30-8:00 p.m. New Session begins Sep. 22, 2025 $60 per person St. Luke’s United Methodist Church Youth Building 52 16th Street NW, Hickory NC 28601 For more information Call Tonya […]

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

About: Explore stories, dancing, and singing in this interactive story time designed for ages 3-5. All are welcome. 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.

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.

Experience "Bet On Yourself" as it relates to transitioning a domestic violence victim into a survivor.  Hear the empowering words from Molly AND the personal story from a victim of domestic violence victim who transitioned into a survivor.

Event: Participants will learn chess basics, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions are welcome.   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 […]

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!

Taps & Tunes at The Black Bear 2nd and 4th Tuesday in October: settle in at 6:30 PM for a night of music, beer, and bingo! Multiple rounds, with some surprises thrown in Rotating selection of beer & Prosecco on tap Wine, cider & seltzer for our non-beer drinkers Family friendly - win prizes & bragging rights Free to play […]

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!

Let's get dead serious about Victorian Mourning! Join us as we uncover the elaborate rituals that transformed Victorian grief into an art form — complete with strict social codes, haunting traditions, and surprisingly theatrical customs. Week 1: The Art of Mourning – Making Grief Glamorous Step into a Victorian wake and discover the intricate world of 19th-century mourning etiquette. Learn the "proper" way to […]

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 […]

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.

Event: Need assistance with job searching, resume preparation, or interviewing skills? The Ridgeview Works program can be the solution! Ridgeview Works is a collaborative partnership between the City of Hickory, Hickory Public Library, and Western Piedmont Workforce Development - NCWorks to provide free career services to the Ridgeview community of Hickory. Western Piedmont Workforce Development is a service of the […]

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.

Join BellaAge along with Sigmon Theatrical for a magical evening! Together we proudly present The Wonderful Wizard of Oz- a reimagined, interactive, multi-sensory performance with you in mind. Beloved characters, colorful visuals, music, and magic to spark joy, laughter, and treasured memories.

Let's get dead serious about Victorian Mourning! Join us as we uncover the elaborate rituals that transformed Victorian grief into an art form — complete with strict social codes, haunting traditions, and surprisingly theatrical customs. Week 1: The Art of Mourning – Making Grief Glamorous Step into a Victorian wake and discover the intricate world of 19th-century mourning etiquette. Learn the "proper" way to […]

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.

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.

$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.

Spooky Season is upon us! This October, experience the creepy crawlies of Catawba Science Center. Free event with the purchase of admission.

Join us Thursdays for light snacks and a closer look at the BellaAge lifestyle. We'll answer questions and share how our all-inclusive pricing makes upscale living refreshingly simple for adults 55+ – one rate covers it all! You'll also have a chance to take a joyful stroll through our brand-new community. Tour our model unit and first-class amenities, including a […]

Spookier tunes from Blue Oyster Cult, Michael Jackson, Weird Al Yankovic, Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, and others aligned with laser light goodness!

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!

Join us to learn how Hart Square Foundation is preserving and sharing this national treasure. There's something for everyone at Hart Square – from attending an event to learning an endangered craft to joining a group tour. Presenter Lorissa Vines is a Catawba County native who has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 20 years. Lorissa joined the team […]

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 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 […]

Event: Participants will learn the basics of chess, strategies, and tactics by playing with other chess enthusiasts in the community. All skill levels, from beginners to champions, are welcome. Eugene Brown provides this program from the Big Chair Chess Club.   About: Hickory Public Library promotes a high quality of life by providing empowering opportunities and excellent service. Hickory Public […]

Can you brave the night of spooktacular games and bewitching battles? Summon your squad and prepare for a night of frightful fun! Take on chilling Minute to Win It challenges, don your best costume for a haunting contest, and experience captivating planetarium shows. Beer and wine will be available for a donation. Come if you dare...

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 […]

Performance: Once Bitten, previously known as Jack Russell’s Great White, will now perform under the name ‘Once Bitten’. Once Bitten is a premier band honoring the legacy of Jack Russell and the music of Great White. The lineup features Tony Montana, a former member of Great White during their heyday, along with three long-standing members of Jack Russell’s Great White—Robby […]

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.

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.

Event: Corn maze, wagon ride, farm animals, corn crib, duck race, hay maze, apple and pumpkin.  Cash Only.

Event: Join them for a behind-the-scenes tour of Hart Square Village. Our site is typically only open to members, with the exception of public events and group tours. We want to allow non-members to experience the village with a knowledgeable tour guide without having to gather a group to book a visit. So, we have introduced monthly public group tours. […]

Spookier tunes from Blue Oyster Cult, Michael Jackson, Weird Al Yankovic, Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, and others aligned with laser light goodness!

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

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: Cameron Matthews is back at the BJB!

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 @ Bunker Hill High School.

Event: Home Game @ Bandys High School.

Event: Home Game @ Robert L Patton High School.

Performance: The Spirit of Scotland Show, based in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, has come to inhabit a central place in the city’s robust and thriving tourist industry. For several years this first class production has entertained audiences from across the world with a taste of the true spirit of Scotland with its unique blend of music, song and dance. Be […]

Event: Home Game @ Alexander Central High School.

Event: Home Game @ Hibriten High School.

Event: Home Game @ South Caldwell High School.

Event: Home Game @ West Caldwell High School.

Jane Austen’s classic gets a bold, witty makeover in Kate Hamill’s fast-paced adaptation. Follow Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates love, family, and social expectations with sharp humor and heart. This playful take brings a fresh, feminist twist to the beloved story of pride, prejudice, and finding your match.

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!) 🌮🍔

Hickory Music Factory's monthly Open Mic will be October 17th at The Premier.  Come out and support HMF students and local musicians! :)

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

Event: The festival boasts 3 entertainment stages: The Main Stage on the courthouse lawn, the Gospel Stage at the west end of the festival, and the Childrens’ Stage on the east end of the festival. The Kid’s Korner is the biggest draw for our younger attendees. The Kid’s Korner has hosted in the past, pony rides, mechanical bucking bull rides, […]

This fun basket starts with a woven base and ends with a "push-in" handle. It's made of reed from the rattan vine, measures 8" tall and 10" wide. A choice of colors will be available. Makes a great gift or handy basket to have around. Beginners welcome.

Event: Crank up that hot rod and roll on down to the First Annual Cruisin' for Christ Car Show presented by Rick Davis Ministries. Classic cars are welcome to join the line up with a $20 entry fee. All proceeds will go to the Fairbrook Baptist Youth Group. We will have a day full of fun including: -Classic Cars -50/50 […]

Event: Corn maze, wagon ride, farm animals, corn crib, duck race, hay maze, apple and pumpkin.  Cash Only.

Pink Path Forward: A Walk of Strength & SupportHosted by 2 Pink Magnolias | Breast Cancer Awareness Month Join us for a meaningful walk through downtown Newton for breast cancer survivors, fighters, and their supporters. This is a chance to connect, reflect, and move forward—together.  What to Expect -Walk a 1-mile loop on sidewalks around downtown Newton (map provided) starting […]

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, […]

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.

 Oktoberfest may officially be over, but JEWLZ-TOBERFEST lasts all month long!  Join Us for a Grand Opening Oktoberfest Celebration at Schwarzbär Ale Haus & Biergarten! Enjoy a full day of German-style fun - with games, food trucks, vendors & more! Prizes awarded for the best dressed, wear your dirndl or lederhosen and get ready to celebrate Bavarian-style!   Date: October 18th […]

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 […]

Participants will start at MoonJoy Meadery where they will be given an adventure itinerary and be equipped for their journey. Their itinerary will take them through Downtown Lenoir, collecting clues to complete a puzzle provided by us! But beware! Nine Nazgûl are hunting the streets of Downtown looking for the ring. Can you complete your journey without losing the ring? […]

Don't miss this month's SPARK event! We are pleased to host HitsTech on Saturday, October 18th from 1 – 3 PM in the Foothills Collaboratory. Spark is a STEM career showcase featuring local industries in the Carolina Foothills. Participate in guided activities based on their careers. Free event with the purchase of admission.

Spookier tunes from Blue Oyster Cult, Michael Jackson, Weird Al Yankovic, Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, and others aligned with laser light goodness!

Join us for this fundraising event to help purchase professionally trained service dogs for disabled veterans. Shepherds for Sheepdogs will be here with shirts, race info and stories of past placements. Their Main Fundraiser this year is a COLOR RUN event taking place Nov. 8th with Lenoir Parks and Rec. Food Truck: Cowlick 5-9pm Music: Scarlet Darlin 6:30-8:30pm

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 […]

Performance: Treat your family to an evening of mind-blowing magic and comedy that gets the whole audience into the act. You’ll be stunned and amazed as master illusionist David Caserta has people levitating, disappearing, and reappearing right before your eyes. You will witness never before seen illusions that have been created just for this show. Families will thrill, laugh and […]

Event: Western Piedmont Symphony presents Masterworks.   About: For 60 years, Western Piedmont Symphony (WPS, the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina) has accomplished our mission by providing inspiring and exceptional orchestral music experiences featuring a diverse array of acclaimed guest artists accompanied by our professional, highly-trained orchestra members. To enrich and engage the communities of Western […]

Event: Experience an inspiring evening with Maestro Matthew Troy and the Western Piedmont Symphony as they explore the powerful connection between humanity and nature. Elemental Music brings the natural world to life through vivid orchestral works—featuring birdsong, pastoral scenes, and the forces of creation. From haunting to hopeful, this program invites you to reflect on the elements that shape our world and ourselves.

Jane Austen’s classic gets a bold, witty makeover in Kate Hamill’s fast-paced adaptation. Follow Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates love, family, and social expectations with sharp humor and heart. This playful take brings a fresh, feminist twist to the beloved story of pride, prejudice, and finding your match.

Event: Corn maze, wagon ride, farm animals, corn crib, duck race, hay maze, apple and pumpkin.  Cash Only.

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.

Performance: In partnership with Hickory Jazz Society, the City of Hickory, and Hickory Downtown Development Association, we announce another Jazz Legacy Concert Series. These free downtown events will include 4 outdoor concerts on the Commscope Stage in front of the Olde Hickory Taproom. Featuring: Byron Bean All Star Big Band with Russ Wilson.   About: JAZZ ON TAP comes to […]

Jane Austen’s classic gets a bold, witty makeover in Kate Hamill’s fast-paced adaptation. Follow Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates love, family, and social expectations with sharp humor and heart. This playful take brings a fresh, feminist twist to the beloved story of pride, prejudice, and finding your match.

Spookier tunes from Blue Oyster Cult, Michael Jackson, Weird Al Yankovic, Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, and others aligned with laser light goodness!

Join the Hickory Landmarks Society to learn about the rules of Victorian mourning and share in some eerie local history. Register online, at the Maple Grove house (542 Second Street, NE Hickory, NC 28601) or at the event. Location: Propst House 534 Third Ave., NW (within Shuford Memorial Park and Gardens) Hickory, NC

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

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 […]