FAMILY FRIENDLY
Gaston County inspires children of all ages. Our natural assets will let you, explore nature, play, tap into cultures and make memories to last a life time.
Adventure Landing
Adventure Landing in Gastonia offers miniature golf, arcade and batting cages.
2600 East Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia
Altitude Trampoline Park
Channel your energy, cut loose with your best flips and tricks, and prepare for the Jump Life℠ Featuring 30,000 square feet of indoor trampolines and other attractions, Altitude Trampoline Park is an exciting destination for families, groups, and individual jumpers to have healthy, athletic fun.
3940 East Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia
Art Work with Sherry Bingham
Art Work with Sherry Bingham is a captivating arts store and service led by the expertise of Sherry Bingham, a renowned Nationally Board Certified Art Educator.
124 East Main Street
Cherryville
Back In Time Collectibles
Back in Time Collectables, located in the heart of downtown Gastonia, is a treasure trove for collectors and enthusiasts of all ages.
194 S South Street
Gastonia
Batting Cages at Eastridge Mall
Elevate your game at the batting cage facility, offering rentals for both individuals and teams, baseball or softball.
246 North New Hope Road
Gastonia
Belmont Drive-In
Nestled on the outskirts of town, the Belmont Drive-In holds a nostalgic charm that transcends eras. As the sun dips below the horizon, the massive outdoor screen flickers to life, casting a warm glow across rows of parked cars.
314 McAdenville Rd
Belmont
Belmont Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities, including this branch library providing accessible library services to the community.
125 North Central Ave.
Belmont
Belmont Rec Center
The Belmont Recreation Center is a premier, state-of-the-art facility spanning 42,500 square feet, offering a diverse range of amenities and activities for an unparalleled recreational experience.
1315 East Catawba Street
Belmont
Bessemer City Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Bessemer City branch library in Bessemer City at 207 North 12th St., Bessemer City, NC
207 North 12th St.
Bessemer City
Billy Graham Library
The Billy Graham Library serves as a place for spiritual reflection.
4330 Westmont Dr.
Charlotte
Carolina Raptor Center
Carolina Raptor Center is an environmental conservation organization in Charlotte NC.
6000 Sample Rd.
Charlotte
Carowinds
Carowinds, including Carolina Harbor Waterpark. Where the Carolinas come together.
14523 Carowinds Blvd.
Charlotte
Charlotte Premium Outlets
Charlotte Premium Outlets is an affordable shopping destination.
5404 New Fashion Way
Charlotte
Cherryville Public Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Cherryville branch library in Cherryville at 605 East Main Street, Cherryville, NC
605 East Main Street
Cherryville
Cherryville YMCA
The Cherryville Family YMCA is a private, non-private organization in Cherryville.
215 North Mountain Street
Cherryville
Christmas Town USA
McAdenville’s 650 or so residents go all-out to convert their homes into Christmas Town USA– an achievement that attracts about 600,000 visitors. Drive the half-mile route – free of charge – to see 375-plus trees strung with more than 500,000 red, green and white lights. Christmas Town, USA finished 4th in the “Best Public Holiday Lights Display in the USA” contest, sponsored by USA Today.
The Streets of
McAdenville
Chuck E Cheese
Chuck E. Cheese in Gastonia provides a wide selection of entertainment for kids and adults alike.
416 Cox Rd.
Gastonia
Concord Mills Mall
Concord Mills Mall a shopping and entertainment center.
8111 Concord Mills Blvd.
Charlotte
Confluence
An art gallery, bar, music venue, and recreation center located in downtown Cramerton.
117 Center St.
Cramerton
Crowders Mountain
A visit to Crowders Mountain might include hiking more than 20 miles of hiking trails, rock climbing, backcountry camping, picnicking and fishing.
522 Park Office Ln.
Kings Mountain
Crowders Springs
Welcome to camp. Crowders Springs is a perfect camp for smaller groups.
4914 Linwood Rd.
Kings Mountain
Dallas Historic Square
One of the last, true historic Downtown public Courthouse squares still exists as the iconic heart of Dallas.
131 N Gaston St
Dallas
Dallas Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Dallas branch library in Dallas at 105 South Holland Street, Dallas, NC.
105 South Holland Street
Dallas
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is the Carolinas’ Garden for all seasons, providing guests a chance to reconnect with nature and to create lifelong memories with friends and family and is located within 380 acres on the banks of Lake Wylie.
6500 S. New Hope Rd.
Belmont
Discovery Place
Discovery Place Science is a science Museum in Charlotte NC.
301 N Tryon St.
Charlotte
Escape 109
Experience the fun and challenge an escape room can offer. Grab your friends and head to Escape 109 in Belmont.
35 North Main St.
Belmont
Ferguson Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Ferguson branch library in Gastonia at 913 North Pryor Street, Gastonia, NC.
913 North Pryor Street
Gastonia
Gardner Acres Swim Club Private
Privet membership pool , tennis and pickleball access.
937 Ridgeway Dr.
Gastonia
Gaston County Library Main Branch
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Main Library in Gastonia at 1555 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054.
1555 East Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia
Gaston County Museum
The Gaston County Museum strives to inspire diverse audiences to consider their shared histories through the art and history of Gaston County, NC and its surrounding region.
131 West Main St.
Dallas
George Poston Park
North Carolina’s first asphalt pump track, designed for cyclists and skateboarders, mountain biking and more.
1101 Lowell-Spencer Mountain Rd.
Lowell
Hang Time
is a driving range located in Gastonia, North Carolina. Get your daily does of iron in at HangTime Golf! Book a party for any occasion. Full Bar and kitchen.
3119 South New Hope Rd.
Gastonia
J Ralph Beam Jr Heritage Park
Five original buildings including: city hall, a jailhouse, a schoolhouse, a smoke house and an early warehouse for federally licensed bonded liquor.
102 South Jacob St.
Cherryville
KM National Military Park
Kings Mountain National Military Park preserves and commemorates the site of the October 7, 1780 Revolutionary War battle that turned the tide of the war.
2625 Park Rd
Kings Mountain
Kates Skating Rink
Kate’s Skating Rinks strives to be among the best family operated skating rinks in the area.
1151 Skating Rink Dr.
Gastonia
Kings Mountain Gateway Trail
This trailhead is located just south of downtown Kings Mountain, connecting it via sidewalk.
807 S Battleground Ave.
Kings Mountain
Kings Mountain Museum
This museum is located in a historic Kings Mountain’s post office.
100 East Mountain St.
Kings Mountain
Liberty Lanes
George Pappas Liberty Lanes is a 32 lane bowling center. We offer Bumper Bowling, cosmic bowling, birthday and corporate parties. We offer league bowling for everyone regardless of age and skill level.
2501 South York Rd.
Gastonia
Lineberger Farm
We are a family farm 90 years in the making! We have an on farm store and offer pick your own. Our main crops are strawberries, blackberries, peaches, pumpkins, and muscadines. We have playgrounds and picnic shelters for a fun family outing!
906 Dallas-Stanley Hwy.
Dallas
Lineberger Park
Gastonia’s first park provides both passive and active recreation opportunities on 18.5 acres.
632 East Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia
Lowell Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Lowell branch library in Lowell at 203 McAdenville Road, Lowell, NC
203 McAdenville Road
Lowell
Mad Crafters
The Mad Crafters is an art and craft store in Bessemer City.
134 W Virginia Ave.
Bessemer City
Mauney Memorial Library
The Mauney Memorial Library is a municipal library located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina.
100 South Piedmont Ave.
Kings Mountain
Monster Golf
Monster Mini Golf is a ton of indoor fun for the whole family with not just mini golf but bowling, laser maze arcade and is available for parties.
3924 East Franklin Blvd.
Gastonia
Mount Holly Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Mount Holly branch library in Mount Holly at 245 West Catawba Avenue, Mount Holly, NC.
245 West Catawba Avenue
Mt Holly
NASCAR Hall of Fame
NASCAR Hall of Fame is a Sports Museum in Charlotte NC.
400 E Martin Luther King Blvd.
Charlotte
NarroWay
NarroWay Productions is the Broadway of Christian entertainment.
3327 Hwy.51
Charlotte
Pharr YMCA
The Pharr Family YMCA is a private, non-private organization in McAdenville.
208 Main Street
McAdenville
Rankin Lake Park
The 80-acre lake, complete with fishing pier and boat dock. Canoes, kayaks, johnboats and pedal boats are available to rent.
1750 Rankin Lake Rd.
Gastonia
Robert H Ballard Park
Little League baseball fields, youth softball fields, a municipal pool, a playground,mwalking track and more.
101 South Rudisill Ave.
Cherryville
Robinson Catfish Lake
Robinson Catfish Lake is a small lake stocked with fish including catfish where family and friends meet all trying to make a big catch.
5129 Dallas High Shoals Hwy.
High Shoals
Shining Hope Farms
Shining Hope Farms provides equine assisted therapeutic services in an enriching farm environment to improve the quality of life of participants and their families.
328 Whippoorwill Ln.
Mt Holly
Stanley Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Stanley branch library in Stanley at 205 North Peterson Street, Stanley, NC.
205 North Peterson Street
Stanley
Stinger Park
Stinger Park in Bessemer City is a state-of-the-art recreational park designed to provide a diverse and inclusive space for visitors and residents alike.
555 Stinger Park Way
Bessemer City
Stowe YMCA
The Stowe Family YMCA is part of the nationwide YMCA system, serving eastern Gaston County. This facility is located just off I-85 in Belmont and offers a wide variety of programs and activities for all and ages.
196 YMCA Drive
Belmont
Textile Lanes
Welcome to Textile Lanes a fun and welcoming bowling environment, bring the family out for some fun.
680 Park St.
Belmont
The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium
Regional wildlife & natural areas are the focus of a museum with a planetarium & a nature trail.
1500 East Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia
Union Rd Library
The Gaston County Public Library operates ten facilities including the Union Rd branch library in Gastonia at 5800 Union Road, Gastonia, NC
5800 Union Road
Gastonia
Victory Point
Victory Point is a locally owned small gaming store located on Union Rd in Gaston county. Hosting both video and board game events for you to interact face to face or online.
2212 Union Road
Gastonia
Whitewater Center
Dedicated to promoting the active, outdoor lifestyle including concerts, races and other events.
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy.
Charlotte
Xtreme Xcapes
Gastonia's first Escape Room! A challenging & fun place to spend an hour with friends, family or perfect strangers working together to "escape" the Room
246 North New Hope Rd.
Gastonia