April 28, 2027 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 >

July 11, 2027 Beetlejuice, JR. Learn More Venue Info Little Theater Gastonia Gastonia, NC, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 8:00 PM 704-865-0160 July 11 & 12, 2026 Rated PG; Suggested age 10+ Saturday & Sunday at 3:00pm & 6:00 pm Special Summer Children's Show Pricing Only $10 per ticket < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

June 9, 2027 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 >

Jade & Elise Obsidian Coffee Shop 7005 Wilkinson Blvd. Belmont 704-689-6796 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Duke Kimbrell Trail Seven Oaks Trail - New Hope Trailhead, 6900 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and… Expand + Jade & Elise Obsidian Coffee Shop Straight from their family-owned farm in Colombia, these imported coffee beans are roasted locally in Belmont, NC. What started as a hobby has become our small startup business. We are proud owners of a coffee farm in Colombia, South America. We want to bring joy to your day in every single cup. MORE IN: Belmont 01/19 - 01/23 Barefoot Oasis at Camelot Meadows Armstrong Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 The Wilson House N. Central Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba St. Learn More

November 28, 2026 Old School Thanksgiving Kickback Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 7:00 PM 704-616-0291 Old School Holiday Kickback brings Thanksgiving weekend to life with a night of old-school R&B, hip-hop, funk, and classic hits at The Rooster in downtown Gastonia, North Carolina. Hosted by VKC Productions, this holiday party is for adults ages 40 and older who are ready to dance, reconnect, and enjoy the music that still hits every time. Gather your friends, dress up, and spend Saturday night celebrating the holiday season with great music and a lively downtown Gastonia atmosphere. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain in Gaston County, North Carolina Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain < Previous ALL TRAILS Next > Begins at the Linwood Access Area and ends at the radio towers on Crowders Mountain. The trail is an old roadbed that begins with a gentle climb that becomes steep towards the end. Please note that business vehicles use this trail to access the radio towers near the summit. Location 522 Park Office Ln. 1.8 miles one way Advanced Best Use Surface Distance Difficulty Natural Surface Walking, Hiking Kings Mountain Button Button Gastonia Gastonia is the largest town in Gaston County, North Carolina and can be found just south of I-85 off of exit 17 in the center of the county. Hwy 321 runs north and south straight through town giving even better access to this booming metropolis. Hike These Trails Located Close By Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Begins at the Linwood Access Area and ends at the radio towers on Crowders Mountain. LEARN MORE Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Begins at the Linwood Access Area and ends at the radio towers on Crowders Mountain. LEARN MORE Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Begins at the Linwood Access Area and ends at the radio towers on Crowders Mountain. LEARN MORE

June 12, 2027 Gemini Dance Party w/Y'all're, The Menders & Alyce Inversion Project Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 6:45 PM 704-616-0291 It's Kim Ware's birthday and we are throwing a Gemini Dance Party to celebrate! Join:Y'all're (Shelby Punk Rock) The Menders (Gastonia Indie Rock) Alyce Inversion Project (Atlanta Alt Rock) Kim Ware (Kings Mountain Indie Folk) Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 8pm. Dance Party to immediately follow.$10 in advance, $15 day of showAll Ages < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 7, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Rugby vs Atlantic Rugby Conference Finals Learn More Venue Info Belmont Abbey Athletics Belmont, NC, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 6:59 PM 704-461-6693 Belmont Abbey College Men's Rugby vs Atlantic Rugby Conference Finals Streaming Video: http://www.conferencecarolinasdn.com/abbeyathletics < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Belmont 250 Beatty Dr. Mount Holly 704-812-2000 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Dutchmans Creek Greenway 300 North River Street, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 0.6 miles, One Way Mount Holly Linear Park Trail 400 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy .3 Miles One Way A & E Riverfront Trail 231 Broome St, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 1.5 Miles One Way Holiday Inn Express & Suites Belmont Other Hotels Near Charlotte, NC Airport Can't Compare! Hotel guests can expect the highest quality service from an experienced staff while they stay in Belmont, North Carolina. Since our hotel's property is near I-85 and I-77 and I-485, getting around is easy. On a business trip to Belmont, North Carolina? Our hotel's location and amenities are perfect for you. We're near businesses like the Duke Energy Training Facility , National Gypsum Corp and AF Freight . Looking for a wedding venue let us tell you about Majestic Mills, Stowe Manor, Pine Island, Loray Mills and more. It's easy to work from the hotel with free Wi-Fi access and our Business Center with computer and printer. Leisure guests find that there is a lot to discover near the Charlotte airport. This hotel is just moments from the excitement of the National Whitewater Center, and the NASCAR Hall of Fame is a leisurely drive away. Downtown Charlotte itself offers a variety of unique shopping and dining experiences. There's truly something for everyone! Our hotel's convenience doesn't end at a great location. Take advantage of in-house amenities, such as a seasonal outdoor pool and a Fitness Center. Guests can even get free passes to the local YMCA. A free, hot breakfast with items like bacon, omelets and fresh-brewed coffee awaits you each morning. With so much to offer, it's hard to leave our Belmont hotel. MORE IN: Mount Holly 01/19 - 01/23 Black Sheep Coffee 104 S Main St Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Owl Legs Coffee 101 W Central Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Ransom Hunter Park 325 W Glendale Ave. Learn More

Dean Black Memorial Park 103 State St. High Shoals (704) 735-1651 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Dean Black Memorial Park The Dean Black Memorial Park in High Shoals, NC offers a lighted ball field, paved walking trail, covered pavilion, and playground. MORE IN: High Shoals 01/19 - 01/23 Bridge at High Shoals 400 South Lincoln St. Learn More

February 9, 2027 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 >

October 17, 2026 Oil Painting Demonstration Learn More Venue Info Southern Arts Society SASi Art Gallery 301 N Piedmont Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA 8:00 AM Time: - 10:00 AM 704-739-5585 Please join us for a special SASi Program Saturday, October 17, 2026 Featuring artist Kathleen McDermott Kathleen McDermott will paint a sunset scene in oil. She will describe her process as she works out her painting. Kathleen's Demonstration will begin at 1 pm Come early, get a seat, and meet Kathleen. SASi will provide refreshments The demo is Free and open to the public • • • Kathleen McDermott is part of a 3 person exhibit: Three Voices, Three Views: Landscape Painters Kim Painter, Kathleen McDermott, and Gene Tennison On view Sept 2 – Oct 31, 2026 See more events related to the exhibit at https://southernartssociety.org/ Southern Arts Society (SASi) Gift Shop and Gallery 301 N. Piedmont Avenue Kings Mountain, NC 28086 Hours Wed-Sat 10 am to 3 pm SASi is housed in Kings Mountain’s historic Southern Railway Train Depot, at the corner of Piedmont and Battleground Avenues. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >