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: 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 […]

Event: Join us for the first Monday of the month Irish Music Session in the taproom! This will be every first Monday of the month for the rest of the year! Come enjoy some brews and some traditional Irish music!

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: 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!

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!

Event: 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!

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: 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 […]

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: Join the Hickory, Catawba County Coin Club Monthly Meeting. A place to gather, talk about, trade and buy coins!Includes Guest Speakers and Coin Education.Everyone welcome, no cost.

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 […]

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 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 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.

Event: The 2025 Hometown Christmas begins Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Alexander County Courthouse Park! The tree lighting is at 5:30 followed by lots of fun with free carriage rides, music, food, Santa, and more!

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 […]

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 […]

Celebrate the holiday season with our beloved musical tradition featuring the Lenoir-Rhyne A Cappella Choir, College Singers, Brass Ensemble, Grace Chapel's pipe organ and additional instrumentalists. Join us for an inspiring program of inspirational seasonal music and carols on December 4-6 at Grace Chapel - Lenoir-Rhyne University. Seating is limited, and tickets are required. Ticket holders are limited to a […]

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.

Bring the whole family for Christmas Pajama Night at Copper Penny Grill. Wear your favorite PJs, enjoy great food and festive drinks, and snap a pic with your crew!

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: Visit Santa on the Historic Burke County Courthouse Square in Downtown Morganton! Santa will be working away in his workshop on the square, ready for visits! About: Downtown Morganton is the heart of the City. The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Morganton is blessed with scenic rural landscapes, abundant […]

You're invited to our annual Light Up the Town event in Downtown Newton on December 5, 2025, located around 1924 Courthouse Square! Families are invited to stroll the streets of Downtown Newton and enjoy holiday music, maidens dancing, kettle corn, s’mores, and so much more! We'll have more information in the weeks to come, so mark your calendar now, and […]

Event: Downtown Morganton will host carriage rides for the 2025 holiday season on select evenings in November and December.   About: Downtown Morganton is the heart of the City. The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Morganton is blessed with scenic rural landscapes, abundant outdoor adventure venues, wonderful shopping and […]

Event: Celebrate the season with a joyful, family-friendly concert featuring beloved holiday classics and music from festive favorites from A Charlie Brown Christmas, Frozen, Sleigh Ride, Trans Siberian Orchestra, and more! Come experience the region’s best way to start your holiday season!

Event: The holiday classic soars off the screen in this stage adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," this classic features all of your favorite characters including Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us […]

Celebrate the holiday season with our beloved musical tradition featuring the Lenoir-Rhyne A Cappella Choir, College Singers, Brass Ensemble, Grace Chapel's pipe organ and additional instrumentalists. Join us for an inspiring program of inspirational seasonal music and carols on December 4-6 at Grace Chapel - Lenoir-Rhyne University. Seating is limited, and tickets are required. Ticket holders are limited to a […]

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!) 🌮🍔

About: Matt Rogers is a dynamic and soulful country music artist who has been captivating audiences with heartfelt lyrics and a unique, distinct voice. With a talent for storytelling, Matt has established himself as a formidable songwriter, earning accolades and recognition within the industry.   Performance: David Wiseman Band” based out of Hickory/Morganton NC brings a blend of traditional bluegrass, […]

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

Event: The race starts at 8:30 AM. Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts. All runners must register on RunSignup. No on-site registration.

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.

"Joy To The World" A Holiday Journey Around The Globe Featuring select students, faculty, and relevant world musicians in the Hickory community, the Hickory Music Factory will present an evening of holiday music representing cultures from all over the world. Featuring new guests from Russia, Cyprus, India, Portugal, Guatemala and the Hmong diaspora, we invite Hickory to celebrate this time […]

Event: Join us for a FREE holiday concert, crafted especially for children! Cookies and Carols will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Ridgeview Community Center in Hickory, NC. This sing-a-long features the Hickory Choral Society along with orchestra and special surprise guests. Children will enjoy familiar holiday music and a cookie to take home!

Event: Tickets for the Cookie Crawl will be available closer to the date! Be sure to check back! Once you’ve purchased your ticket, bring your receipt to the HDDA tent on Union Square, December 6, from 2 to 3 pm, to receive your Cookie Crawl Passport & Map! Follow the crumbs to collect different holiday-inspired cookies! It’s the perfect way […]

"Joy To The World" A Holiday Journey Around The Globe Featuring select students, faculty, and relevant world musicians in the Hickory community, the Hickory Music Factory will present an evening of holiday music representing cultures from all over the world. Featuring new guests from Russia, Cyprus, India, Portugal, Guatemala and the Hmong diaspora, we invite Hickory to celebrate this time […]

Performance: Nashville Merry Country Christmas is the show you’ll want to have back year after year! It’s where sleigh ride meets hayride! Rooted in the beautiful traditions of a true southern Christmas, this show will feature songs made popular by legendary country artists as well as “countryfied” versions of your favorite Holiday classics! From artists like Brooks and Dunn, Alan […]

Event: The popular parade officially kicks off the Christmas season in Alexander COunty with floats, marching bands, emergency vehicles, beauty queens, sports teams, elected officials, and much more! The parade begins on Liledoun Road, turns right onto Main Avenue through town, turns right onto Main Avenue Drive (at the old hotel), turns left onto NC Hwy 16 South (near Adams […]

Event: Planning is underway for the 78th Annual Alexander County Christmas Parade, which is scheduled for Saturday, December 6 at 3:00 p.m. in downtown Taylorsville. The parade is held each year on the first Saturday in December.

Start your month off right! Join us at Taste Full Beans Cafe on the first Saturday of each month. *Want to practice your Spanish or English? Join us for a friendly coffee and conversation meetup! *Practice your language skills, make friends, and share cultures in a relaxed, welcoming environment. *Spanish and English speakers of all levels are encouraged to join. […]

Event: Visit Santa on the Historic Burke County Courthouse Square in Downtown Morganton! Santa will be working away in his workshop on the square, ready for visits!   About: Downtown Morganton is the heart of the City. The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Morganton is blessed with scenic rural landscapes, […]

Celebrate the holiday season with our beloved musical tradition featuring the Lenoir-Rhyne A Cappella Choir, College Singers, Brass Ensemble, Grace Chapel's pipe organ and additional instrumentalists. Join us for an inspiring program of inspirational seasonal music and carols on December 4-6 at Grace Chapel - Lenoir-Rhyne University. Seating is limited, and tickets are required. Ticket holders are limited to a […]

Event: Downtown Morganton will host carriage rides for the 2025 holiday season on select evenings in November and December.   About: Downtown Morganton is the heart of the City. The City of Morganton sits on the Catawba River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Morganton is blessed with scenic rural landscapes, abundant outdoor adventure venues, wonderful shopping and […]

Performance: Nashville Merry Country Christmas is the show you’ll want to have back year after year! It’s where sleigh ride meets hayride! Rooted in the beautiful traditions of a true southern Christmas, this show will feature songs made popular by legendary country artists as well as “countryfied” versions of your favorite Holiday classics! From artists like Brooks and Dunn, Alan […]

"Joy To The World" A Holiday Journey Around The Globe Featuring select students, faculty, and relevant world musicians in the Hickory community, the Hickory Music Factory will present an evening of holiday music representing cultures from all over the world. Featuring new guests from Russia, Cyprus, India, Portugal, Guatemala and the Hmong diaspora, we invite Hickory to celebrate this time […]

Event: The holiday classic soars off the screen in this stage adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," this classic features all of your favorite characters including Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us […]

Celebrate the holiday season with our beloved musical tradition featuring the Lenoir-Rhyne A Cappella Choir, College Singers, Brass Ensemble, Grace Chapel's pipe organ and additional instrumentalists. Join us for an inspiring program of inspirational seasonal music and carols on December 4-6 at Grace Chapel - Lenoir-Rhyne University. Seating is limited, and tickets are required. Ticket holders are limited to a […]

Event:   Saturday night at Bootleggers Whiskey Bar has your monthly 70s rewind! Join us for good times, great libations and awesome music vibes!

Event: B Chord Live is happy to present our friends, Fireside Collective, to the B Chord Lite stage on December 6th! We have seen these musicians grow and evolve individually and collectively through the years. They will get you up and moving with a smile on your face before you know it! Fast licks and fun interactions will keep you […]

Tickets are on sale now for our performance of The Nutcracker! AFDA is proud to partner with Debbie Huffman Dance Academy and St. Joseph's Irish Dance School to put on this holiday classic. Please call our office at 828-324-6058 between 3:30 and 7:30, or click on the link to buy tickets to this time-honored Holiday Tradition! Part of the ticket […]

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: The holiday classic soars off the screen in this stage adaptation of the beloved television special. Filled with holiday hits like "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and "A Holly Jolly Christmas," this classic features all of your favorite characters including Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us […]

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

Tickets are on sale now for our performance of The Nutcracker! AFDA is proud to partner with Debbie Huffman Dance Academy and St. Joseph's Irish Dance School to put on this holiday classic. Please call our office at 828-324-6058 between 3:30 and 7:30, or click on the link to buy tickets to this time-honored Holiday Tradition! Part of the ticket […]

A beloved holiday tradition is returning to Hickory and the Unifour area for its performance. The Ann Freeman Dance Academy students, staff, parents, and guests will present Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker" at 7:00 p.m. Sunday, December 7th, at the J.E. Broyhill Civic Auditorium in Lenoir. Also, performing are students of the Debbie Huffman Dance Academy and St. Joseph’s Irish Dance School. […]