Jumps 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

October 31, 2026 Open Gallery Learn More Venue Info Arts on the Greenway 500 E Central Ave, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 704-951-7474 Join us at Arts on the Greenway every Saturday for open gallery hours! Drop in to meet our talented local artists, chat about their work, and browse our unique collection of art and handcrafted gifts. Support local art and find something special! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 23, 2026 Short & Sweet One Act Festival Learn More Venue Info Little Theater Gastonia 301 W Academy St, Cherryville, NC 28021, USA 12:00 PM Time: - 1:00 PM 704-865-0160 Registration is open! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 16, 2026 Quality of Natural Resources Committee (QNRC) Mtg Learn More Venue Info Lucile Tatum Center 959 Osceola St, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-922-0301 Learn more about this committee by clicking here. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 19, 2026 Pottery Course (All Experience Levels) Learn More Venue Info A Little Bit of Art 900 S Fork Village Dr, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 12:30 PM Time: - 2:00 PM 704-476-9882 Join our Pottery Course, open to all experience levels, for a fun and educational 4-week workshop on the pottery wheel! The course includes four instructional sessions scheduled for October 19, 26, November 2, and 9, held on Mondays, at a cost of $158. This price covers 6 lbs of clay, personalized instruction, glaze, and firing of your creations. Class size is limited to 4 participants to ensure individualized attention, and pre-registration is necessary to secure your spot. Participants must be at least 12 years old. After completing the course, you can return to the studio at your convenience to pick up and glaze your pieces. For more information, please call (704) 476-9882. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 13, 2026 Friday the 13th with Reflect//Refine, S.T.S., Until They Bleed & Revenge Repeat Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-616-0291 Join us for a heavy metal and deathcore showcase on Friday, November 13th, featuring Reflect//Refine from Charlotte, NC, Stabbed To Submission from Greenville, SC, Until They Bleed from Lexington, NC, and Revenge Repeat from Rock Hill, SC. Presented by No Evil Promotions and Haggard Booking, the event will kick off with doors opening at 7pm and the show starting at 8pm. Ticket prices are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. This all-ages event promises an unforgettable night of intense music. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 3, 2026 Trivia Night Learn More Venue Info Confluence South Fork 117 Center St, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-879-4175 Trivia Night is where knowledge meets entertainment. Join us for a night of wit, wisdom, and wonder! Why guess when you can know? Get FREE clues through this link:https://www.notrocketsciencetrivia.com/advertise-with-us { --stroke-style: none;--stroke-thickness: 6px; } .sqs-html-content { --tweak-text-block-padding: 6% 6% 6% 6%; --tweak-text-block-padding: initial; } { mix-blend-mode: var(--tweak-text-block-blend ) ; border-radius: var(--tweak-text-block-radius) ; } { --tweak-text-block-radius: 0px 0px 0px 0px; } { } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { } < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 26, 2026 Trivia Learn More Venue Info Durty Bull Brewing 126 S Trenton St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 6:59 PM 704-671-2541 Trivia night at Durty Bull, test your knowledge and have a few drinks with friends. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Christmas at the Library 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

October 31, 2026 Jenny Vons Mexican Street Food Learn More Venue Info Veronét Vineyards And Winery 1549 Ike Brooks Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 12:30 PM info@veronetwine.com Join us for some amazing Mexican street food as well as burgers and hotdogs! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

May 22, 2027 ANTiSEEN w/October, Queen City Rejects & Bellbox Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 6:30 PM 704-616-0291 The legendary, iconic punk rockers ANTiSEEN will be playing their first ever show at The Rooster in Downtown Gastonia on Friday, May 22nd!Joining the fun will be:OctoberQueen City RejectsBellboxTickets are $15 in advance, $20 day of showDoors at 7pm, show at 8pmAll Ages Welcome < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 22, 2026 Pink Out Run Learn More Venue Info Rotary Centennial Pavilion 111 N South St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 1:30 PM Time: - Join 704 Run Club and Loco Local Run Club for a Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Out on Thursday, October 22, at 6:30 PM in Downtown Gastonia. Wear pink and enjoy a free community run or walk. All ages and paces are welcome, and no membership is required. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >