EJ’s Soul Food and Vegan Restaurant is a locally loved Gastonia,…

EJ's Soul Food & Vegan

501 Cox Rd.

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First Watch is an award-winning breakfast, brunch, and lunch favorite open…

First Watch

2409 E Franklin Blvd.

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JG's Vinyl and More

Retail Record Store in Gastonia, NC

JG’s…

JG's Vinyl and More

322 W Main Ave.

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Savory Calle is where bold Latin flavors meet vibrant street-style flair.…

Savory

223 E Main Ave.

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Bedazzled Bridal & Formal is a full-service bridal boutique in Gastonia,…

Bedazzled Bridal and Formal

605 S New Hope Rd.

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Family-owned farm that produces high-quality lavender and eucalyptus products while prioritizing…

Carolina Lavender & Eucalyptus Farm

188 Meek Rd.

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A neighborhood bar you won’t want to miss! Great drinks, friendly…

Happy Days

503 Carolina Ave.

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Christian Jacobs Salon Suites is more than a place for beauty…

Christian Jacobs

120 E Main Ave.

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Art Gallery featuring contemporary paintings and sculptures by Roy Lindsay Woods.

Gallery 245

729 E Garrison Blvd.

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At Casa Azul Mexican Kitchen in Gastonia, we’re proud to be…

Casa Azul Mexican Kitchen

3725 E Franklin Blvd.

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The Gaston Choral Society performs a wide variety of choral music,…

Gaston Choral Society

2650 Union Rd.

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Poffie Girls is the premier bridal boutique in the Carolinas, located…

Poffie Girls

512 S New Hope Rd.

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Waterbean Coffee, situated in Gastonia's Fuse District, is a coffee shop…

Waterbean Coffee Gastonia

612 W Franklin Blvd.

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A longstanding family-owned staple since 1968, Twin Tops has become a…

Twin Tops Fish Camp

4574 S New Hope Rd.

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More than just a deli, Piedmont Delicatessen is one of Gastonia’s…

Piedmont Delicatessen

125 W Main Ave.

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Aura is a cocktail bar in Gastonia, NC, offering handcrafted cocktails,…

Aura Cocktail Lounge

182 W Main Ave.

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Located inside of Loray Mill in Gastonia, Arbor Coffee is more…

Arbor Coffee

300 S Firestone St.

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Situated in Gastonia, North Carolina, this enchanting venue offers hidden charm…

Hampton Homestead Farm

2320 Hickory Grove Rd.

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Graze & Piece serves the greater Charlotte area. We turn any…

Graze & Piece

200 W Main Ave.

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Cool Beans Cat Café brings a one-of-a-kind experience to downtown Gastonia,…

Cool Beans Cat Cafe

176 S Chester St.

Crowders Mountain Trail

4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC, USA

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Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel

Moderate

2.5 miles, One Way

Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain

4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Natural Surface

Advanced

1.8 miles one way

Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA

2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Easy, Moderate

1.66-mile circuit

Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway

1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Paved

Easy

4.5 Miles One Way

Highland Rail Trail

200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Paved, Gravel

Easy

2.1 Miles One Way

Backside Trail

4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Gravel

Advanced

0.50 miles, One Way

Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain

4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Natural Surface

Advanced

1.4 miles one way

Power Loop at Warlick YMCA

2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Natural Surface

Easy

1.39-mile circuit

Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection

200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Paved

Easy

3.0 Miles One Way

Nature Trail at Schiele Museum

1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Natural Surface

Easy

0.7 mile loop

River Loop at Warlick YMCA

2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Easy

1 mile

Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA

2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

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Natural Surface

Easy

About 4 miles

Rankin Lake Park Trail

1750 Rankin Lake Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

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Walking, Jogging

Moderate

1.9 miles

Gastonia

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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 end Gaston County has some exciting things planned for an incredible Labor Day Weekend. Labor Day Weekend September 4-6, 2026 Bye Bye Butterfly At Daniel Stowe Conservancy At Daniel Stowe Conservancy, Labor Day weekend is your last chance to experience the Butterfly Bungalow in 2026 during Bye Bye, Butterfly, happening Saturday and Sunday with

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Embrace the Grand Finale of Summer this Labor Day Weekend in Gaston County

Embrace the final rays of summer and make this Labor Day weekend unforgettable by venturing to Gaston County—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of North Carolina. As the season draws to a close, there's no better place to bid farewell to summer than amidst the charm and splendor of Gaston County. Here, you can revel in an array of holiday festivities, bask in the glory of our breathtaking outdoor activities, immerse yourself in our rich culture and history, and savor delectabl

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EJ's Soul Food & Vegan

First Watch

JG's Vinyl and More

Retail Record Store in Gastonia, NC

JG's Vinyl and More

Savory

Bedazzled Bridal and Formal

Carolina Lavender & Eucalyptus Farm

Happy Days

Christian Jacobs

Gallery 245

Casa Azul Mexican Kitchen

Gaston Choral Society

Poffie Girls

Waterbean Coffee Gastonia

Twin Tops Fish Camp

Piedmont Delicatessen

Aura Cocktail Lounge

Arbor Coffee

Hampton Homestead Farm

Graze & Piece

Cool Beans Cat Cafe

Where It All Connects: Find Your Kind of Getaway in Gaston County

5 Great Reasons to Make Gaston County Your Labor Day Getaway

Embrace the Grand Finale of Summer this Labor Day Weekend in Gaston County

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