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The 2025 Fossil Fair at Schiele Museum will be an ultimate opportunity to travel back in time
Visitors of all ages are invited to the Schiele Museum to travel back in time at the 24th Annual Fossil Fair to search for North...

Schiele Museum
Feb 3, 2025


2025 Greater Gaston Senior Games: Compete, Explore, and Stay Active in Gaston County
An Unforgettable Spring Adventure Awaits! Spring is the perfect time to get active, explore, and make lasting memories! The 2025 Greater...

Melissa McCauley
Jan 30, 2025


Gaston County Tourism Welcomes the 2024 North Carolina Pickleball Championship to Gastonia
Gastonia, NC – Gaston County Tourism is thrilled to host this year’s North Carolina Pickleball Championship at the T. Jeffers Center on...

Melissa McCauley
Nov 14, 2024


Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos at Gaston County Museum's Festival on November 2nd, 2024
If you're looking for a colorful and meaningful way to celebrate this November, check out the Art & History Museum's Dia de Los Muertos...

Melissa McCauley
Oct 31, 2024


5 Great Reasons to Make Gaston County Your Labor Day Getaway
If you’ve done the beach and the mountains, and looking for something new, now is the time to try Gaston County. As summer draws to an...

Melissa McCauley
Aug 20, 2024


Fork Fest 2024: A Floating Concert and Two Day Festival on the South Fork River
Get ready for the most exciting event of the year – Fork Fest 2024, scheduled for Saturday, August 31, and Sunday, September 1, 2024....

Melissa McCauley
Jul 22, 2024


Bucking Bulls and Making Summertime Memories at Chicken Hill Bucking Bulls in Cherryville
In the outskirts of Cherryville there stands a family-owned gem called Chicken Hill Bucking Bulls. Every Sunday evening, from the first...

Melissa McCauley
May 6, 2024


Gaston's Guide to Family Fun in Gaston County
Hey there, kiddos! It's your friend Gaston the Eagle, swooping in to tell you about all the exciting adventures waiting for you and your...

Melissa McCauley
Apr 28, 2024


Celebrate the Outdoors at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden on April 6th, 2024
Celebrate the Outdoors Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Join us for a celebration of the great outdoors at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden!...

Melissa McCauley
Apr 3, 2024


"Book Lovers' Getaway: Exploring Gaston County's Literary Treasures"
Embark on a literary adventure to Gaston County, where book lovers are invited to indulge in numerous literary treasures. Each year, our...

Melissa McCauley
Mar 26, 2024


Gaston County's Black History: Exploring a journey through time and legacy
As we embrace the vibrant and diverse history of Gaston County, North Carolina, this Black History Month, we embark on a journey through...

Melissa McCauley
Jan 29, 2024


A Weekend of Intrigue: Murder at the Esquire - 1924
The year is 1924. Beloved silent film star, and America's Sweetheart, Miss Margot Childe, is throwing an unforgettable fundraising gala...

Melissa McCauley
Jun 21, 2023


Race Against Time at Schiele Museum of Natural History this Summer
Attention all adventurers and time-travelers! The clock is ticking, and the window of opportunity is closing fast! Don't miss your chance...

Melissa McCauley
May 24, 2023


A Sizzling Saturday at McCord Family Park: Lowell's BBQ Cookoff Extravaganza!
Saturday, May 20, at McCord Family Park in Lowell is set to host a a BBQ Cookoff with music from Caleb Davis.

Melissa McCauley
May 16, 2023


Meet Gaston the official mascot for Gaston County Tourism Development
It is our pleasure to introduce you to Gaston, the official ambassador of Gaston County Tourism, here to show you the best places to...

Melissa McCauley
Apr 4, 2022


Congratulations to Belmont, NC for winning best event of the year!
We are so proud to announce that Moonlight on Main won best event for 2021. The North Carolina Association of Festivals & Events is proud...

Melissa McCauley
Feb 24, 2022


Join Us as We Celebrate 175
2021 represents a significant chapter in Gaston County's history—its 175th anniversary. On December 21, 1846, Gaston County came to be....

Melissa McCauley
Feb 22, 2022


Honoring Black history month in Gaston County
Join us in Gaston County as we honor Black History Month. Here is a list of things to check out while you are in town. View a unique...

Melissa McCauley
Feb 11, 2022


MOONLIGHT ON MAIN Shining Bright in Belmont
The Museum of the Moon made its way to downtown Belmont where it is shined bright for three weekends serving as the backdrop for a series...

Melissa McCauley
Oct 26, 2021


Mt Holly and the Makers is Back!
Join us at the Mount Holly Farmer’s Market on Saturday, August 14th from 8am to 12pm, followed by Mt Holly and the Makers from 2pm to 7pm...

Melissa McCauley
Jul 20, 2021

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