October 30, 2026 Halloween Boobash GASTONIA FRIDAY Learn More Venue Info Kates Skating Rink 1151 Skating Rink Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 12:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-864-7007 FRIDAY NIGHT Halloween Boobash!!! Get ready for a not so spooky day & night of skating, costumes, games & memories! $20 V.I.P. Special * Admission & Skate rental * Play area, if eligible * 1 regular fountain drink & 1 popcorn * $5 game card ($40 value!) COSTUME CONTEST! Come dressed to impress and show off your Halloween spirit! Kids Skate Free cards accepted! Must present a valid Kids Skate Free card at admission. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Brewmaster's Choice 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

November 11, 2026 Oasis in Space Learn More Venue Info The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 8:30 AM Time: - 9:30 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 >

Youth Orchestra 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

January 5, 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 >

December 3, 2026 Big Books Book Club: December Learn More Venue Info Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 1:30 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-461-8060 We all have those super long books that we just don't have the time or accountability to get to. Well, here's your chance! A variety of genres with one thing in common . . . all of the books are over 500 pages! There is nothing like diving into a thick title that you can't get enough of! The Big Books Book Club is traditional book club that meets up once per quarter to discuss and review longer winded literature. Join us for a discussion that's sure to get as in-depth as the books themselves!PLEASE NOTE:Because of Thanksgiving, this meeting is being pushed back one week (from the last week in November to the first week in December) . The date is accurately reflected on the Events Calendar. December's Big Book:Tom's Crossing by Mark Danielewski NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the bestselling author of House of Leaves comes a magisterial novel about two friends determined to rescue a pair of horses set for slaughter.  Hard to figure how so much awful horror could've started out with just them two horses and not a one yet named. . . While folks still like to focus on the crimes that shocked the small city of Orvop, Utah, back in the fall of 1982, not to mention the trials that followed, far more remember the adventure that took place beyond municipal lines. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

May 31, 2027 Disney Pin Trading Party Learn More Venue Info Traust Brewing 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 833-566-5563 Join us for a super magical day! Bring pins to trade or sell. Other Disney merch is also welcome! Tables and chairs are provided. Event is FREE to attend and FREE to vend. Our events are targeted often by scammers. PLEASE DO NOT GIVE ANYONE MONEY to participate (save it for the pins!) . All ages welcome! Traust offers an awesome food menu and beer, wine, seltzers, mixed drinks and a large selection of non alcoholic beverages! Located in downtown Mount Holly at 128 South Main Street there is plenty of parking behind the building! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 22, 2026 Music BINGO Learn More Venue Info Sammys Neighborhood Pub 25 S Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-825-4266 Every ThursdayTired of the same old Thursday routine? Swap those dusty BINGO numbers for your favorite beats!Join us every Thursday from 7-9pm for a high-energy night of Music BINGO, powered by Baxter's DJ Service. It's simple. Listen to the song clips spun by the DJ, match them to the artists on your card, and yell "BINGO!" A mix of your favorite throwback anthems, current hits, and sing-along classics. It's FREE to play, and we've got awesome prizes lined up for the winners of every round. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 11, 2026 GASTONIA FAMILY SESSION Learn More Venue Info Kates Skating Rink Gastonia, NC, USA 12:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-864-7007 From 5-8 on Thursdays bring the whole family to Kates for Family Sessions. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 11, 2026 Preschool Storytime Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 8:30 AM Time: - 9:00 AM 704-868-2164 Preschool Storytime at the Gastonia Main Branch Library is for children 3-6 years old. Join us for stories, songs, and an interactive, fun time for the littles. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Wiggle Time 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

June 4, 2027 Make and Take Craft Lounge Learn More Venue Info Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe 508 Beaty Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 704-812-8417 We’re excited to introduce our new Make & Take Craft Lounge, open all summer long, Wednesday–Friday from 12–5 PM in our front room! Starting Thursday, June 4th! Stop in and choose from a variety of creative projects to paint, decorate, embellish, and personalize. Whether you’re making a keepsake for yourself or a special gift for someone else, it’s a fun and relaxing activity for kids, friends, families, and adults of all ages. No reservations are needed, just drop in and get creative! And while you’re here, don’t forget to visit our Kitty Cat Lounge! Spend time with our 9 adorable adoptable cats who love playing, snuggling, and soaking up attention. Whether you’re looking for some kitty therapy, a few smiles, or your next furry family member, your visit helps support our rescue mission and makes a difference in the lives of our cats. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >