November 14, 2026 Oasis in Space Learn More Venue Info The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 10:30 AM Time: - 11:30 AM 704-866-6900 The Schiele Museum’s James H. Lynn Planetarium and Science Theater is home to an immersive experience unlike anything else in the area and is a “must-see” attraction during a visit to the museum. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

May 25, 2027 Karaoke Night Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 6:45 PM 704-616-0291 Karaoke every Thursday Night at 8pm. No Cover, All Ages$1 off Domestics$4 Applesauce Shots$5 Orange CreamsiclesNO COVERDoors open at 6pm < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Rankin Lake Park 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Gastonia 704-866-6839 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Special Olympics Superhero 5K November 7, 2026 Learn More Breakfast with Santa December 5, 2026 Learn More Santa at the Lake December 5, 2026 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Rankin Lake Park Rankin Lake Park is an 80-acre lake with a 1.5-mile paved walking trail with fishing pier and boat dock. Canoes, kayaks, johnboats and pedal boats are available to rent, seasonally. A clubhouse and several picnic shelters allow for group events. Rankin Lake Park Amenities Park Clubhouse available for group rentals with a “warming” kitchen, and restrooms Two lakeside, corporate picnic shelters One large picnic shelter Eight small picnic shelters An 18-hole disc golf course Two horseshoe courts An outdoor classroom Trailhead and connector to the Highland Rail Trail Two boardwalks over Kaylor Creek Wooden boardwalk Two fishing piers; one viewing pier A lake office to handle boat rentals (jon boats, canoes, kayaks, and pedal boats) and fishing permits Restrooms Open: Dawn to dusk For more information about renting the clubhouse and picnic shelters contact the City of Gastonia Parks and Recreation. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 TC's Sip and Sing Karaoke Lounge 141 W. Main Ave Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 57 Genova Coffee 167 W Main Ave Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Red Roof Inn Gastonia 1700 N. Chester St. Learn More

Wednesday Music Bingo Hall of Dinosaurs FIND IT The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd. Gastonia Visit one of the largest dinosaur exhibits in the Carolinas, with 4,200 square feet of real fossils, interactive learning experiences, and full-bodied cast specimens of T. rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and more. Exhibit Highlights Include: Full-bodied prehistoric skeleton casts Authentic dinosaur fossils, including an Edmontosaurus that displays healed wounds from a T. rex attack Stegasaurus, Triceratops, Apatosaurus , and MANY MORE of your favorite dinosaurs Specimens unique to the Southeast, including Appalachiosaurus , the East Coast T. rex The return of The Schiele’s iconic T. rex in a whole new display LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT Also Worth Seeing Hall of Dinosaurs The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium LEARN MORE The Turnings A Cycle of American Time Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE When Are We US Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE Hoffman's Farm to Friends Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Gastonia 1860 Remount Rd. Gastonia 704-867-5073 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Fairfield Inn by Marriott Gastonia Strategically located just minutes west of Charlotte off of I-85 South and west of I-77, is the Fairfield Inn and Suites Gastonia – Charlotte. Gastonia is recognized as one of Charlotte Satellite area’s best places to live and work with an ideal combination of location and quality of life. The Gastonia Community, attracts business and industry looking for an ideal site to locate or expand. While at the Fairfield Inn and Suites Gastonia Charlotte check out the U.S. National Whitewater Center where you can whitewater raft, kayak, climb, zip-line, mountain bike, and hike to your heart's content. Explore over 14 of Gastonia’s friendly neighborhoods, including McAdenville known as “Christmas Town USA” because of its annual holiday lights display. Nearby is Belmont Abbey College and the North Carolina Textile School. Business center Fitness center Free breakfast Free high-speed internet High-speed internet at a price Meeting event space Parking Indoor pool Weddings and Occasions Spacious hospitality room equipped with a sink and cabinet area. Custom menus by our preferred caterer Gadabouts. Ideal accommodations for out of town guests All planned events such as birthday parties are encouraged to contact our sales department. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 TC's Sip and Sing Karaoke Lounge 141 W. Main Ave Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 57 Genova Coffee 167 W Main Ave Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Red Roof Inn Gastonia 1700 N. Chester St. Learn More

November 25, 2026 Singer/Songwriter Open Mic Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 5:00 PM 704-616-0291 Every Wednesday we host our Singer/Songwriter Open Mic with rotating hosts. Our Open Mic is for all artists, not just singers and musicians. Whether your gift is comedy, poetry, drum solos or you just want to jam, this event is for you!No Cover, Doors open at 6pm. Open Mic starts at 7pm. Sign Up Sheet is at the bar. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 15, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Field Hockey vs SAC Tournament Final Learn More Venue Info Belmont Abbey Athletics Belmont, NC, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 6:59 PM 704-461-6693 Belmont Abbey College Field Hockey vs SAC Tournament Final < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 9, 2026 Treehouse Story Time Learn More Venue Info Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:30 AM 704-461-8060 Join us for story time in the Treehouse! We offer weekly story time in our Treehouse reading nook. Complimentary and open to the public, it's hosted by Belmont Bookshop teammates or volunteers. Story Time usually lasts about 15-20 minutes, depending on the crowd. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 31, 2026 Not So Spooky Storytime @ Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:15 AM 704-868-2164 Join us for Not So Spooky Storytime @ Main! Enjoy silly stories, songs, and fun activities that celebrate the Halloween season without the scares. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Back In Time Collectibles 194 S South St. Gastonia 828-234-9580 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Back In Time Collectibles Back In Time Collectibles is all about the toys, games, and collectibles that we all had and loved as kids! They go out of their way to track those things down to offer them to you. They do the hard part so you can just have fun. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 TC's Sip and Sing Karaoke Lounge 141 W. Main Ave Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 57 Genova Coffee 167 W Main Ave Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Red Roof Inn Gastonia 1700 N. Chester St. Learn More

Mount Holly Linear Park Trail in Gaston County, North Carolina Mount Holly Linear Park Trail < Previous ALL TRAILS Next > This concrete trail with decorative brick accents.runs along a CSX active railroad ROW, separated by a decorative fence. A small segment of the trail runs south along S. Alexander Street and will eventually connect to the southern leg of the Catawba River Greenway. Strolling along the Linear Park Trail, the trail features direct connections to destination points such as the Grand Hall and Municipal Complex, the CaroMont Healthy Living Center, and the Catawba River Co-Op Food Market. These destinations support local farmers in the area by offering local produce and promoting the benefits of buying local. Location 400 E Central Ave. .3 Miles One Way Easy Best Use Surface Distance Difficulty Paved Walking, Biking, Running, Wheelchair Accessible Mount Holly Button Button Mt Holly Located on the east side of Gaston County, North Carolina along the Catawba River is Mount Holly. Visitors can find this old mill town and fun things to do, by traveling north along Hwy 273 off of exit 27 on I-85. Hike These Trails Located Close By Mount Holly Linear Park Trail Paved Easy .3 Miles One Way .3 miles of concrete trail with decorative brick accents. The trail connects visitors with many points of interests LEARN MORE Mount Holly Linear Park Trail Paved Easy .3 Miles One Way .3 miles of concrete trail with decorative brick accents. The trail connects visitors with many points of interests LEARN MORE

Faithfully Fit Hall of Dinosaurs FIND IT The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd. Gastonia Visit one of the largest dinosaur exhibits in the Carolinas, with 4,200 square feet of real fossils, interactive learning experiences, and full-bodied cast specimens of T. rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and more. Exhibit Highlights Include: Full-bodied prehistoric skeleton casts Authentic dinosaur fossils, including an Edmontosaurus that displays healed wounds from a T. rex attack Stegasaurus, Triceratops, Apatosaurus , and MANY MORE of your favorite dinosaurs Specimens unique to the Southeast, including Appalachiosaurus , the East Coast T. rex The return of The Schiele’s iconic T. rex in a whole new display LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT Also Worth Seeing Hall of Dinosaurs The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium LEARN MORE The Turnings A Cycle of American Time Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE When Are We US Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE Hoffman's Farm to Friends Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE