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Alfred C Kessell Center 300 South Firestone St. Gastonia Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Loray Mill Historical Walking Tour September 14, 2026 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Nature Trail at Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.7 mile loop Rocktop Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.4 miles one way River Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1 mile Sytz Trail System at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy About 4 miles Rankin Lake Park Trail 1750 Rankin Lake Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking, Jogging Moderate 1.9 miles Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop Pinnacle Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.70 miles, One Way Quarry Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.66-mile circuit Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 109 W. Second Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way Tower Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Advanced 1.8 miles one way Lake Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Office Ln. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.8 miles loop Power Loop at Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.39-mile circuit Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 1001 N. Marietta St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Alfred C Kessell Center Alfred C. Kessell History Center Loray Mill in Gastonia Housed in the renovated Loray Mill the Alfred C. Kessell History Center features a multimedia exhibit on the history of the Loray/Firestone mill as well as its employees and surrounding mill village. A mill of national importance, the Loray/Firestone mill has a rich and dynamic history. Through renovation efforts, the mill has regained its nickname of "the Castle of Gastonia" by housing loft apartments, commercial and event spaces, as well as the Kessell History Center. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 East Main Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Piedmont Deli 125 W Main Ave. Learn More

The Pickle Bar & Bistro 103 South Holland Street Dallas Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Karaoke Join us Every Tuesday Night from 7:00 PM til 10:0… Expand + Two Dollar Tuesday Two Dollar Tuesdays $2 Tacos $2 Sliders $2 Hotdogs $2… Expand + Whiskey Wine and Wings Wednesdays TIME TO GET FREE WINGS!!!!! HAPPY WEDNESDAY PICKLE FAM! WHISKEY,… Expand + Trivia Night It’s Trivia Night @ The Pickle! Come eat, drink &… Expand + MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Walking Track at Jaggers Park 424 S Spargo St Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy Track at Cloniger Park 305 W Church St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy .2 Miles Walking Track at Dallas Park 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy 1 Mile The Pickle Bar and Bistro The Pickle Bar & Bistro In Dallas, NC Welcome to The Pickle Bar & Bistro, a vibrant and inviting establishment located in the heart of Dallas, NC, right on the town square. As the go-to bar and bistro in the area, they pride themselves on offering a one-of-a-kind dining and social experience that will leave you craving more. The Pickle Bar & Bistro believes that great drinks should be paired with equally exceptional food. Their talented chefs craft a diverse and mouthwatering menu, showcasing a fusion of flavors and culinary creativity. From savory appetizers to indulgent entrees, their dishes are made with the freshest ingredients and a dash of passion, ensuring each bite is a delight for your palate. Cheers to creating lasting memories in the heart of Dallas, NC. MORE IN: Dallas 01/19 - 01/23 Papa's & Beer 3150 Dallas High Shoals Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Gaston College Beach Volleyball Complex 201 US-321 Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Riverside Fish House 1341 Dallas Stanley Highway Learn More

Sandcastle Farm 147 Sandcastle Rd. Dallas Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Walking Track at Jaggers Park 424 S Spargo St Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy Track at Cloniger Park 305 W Church St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy .2 Miles Walking Track at Dallas Park 1303 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy 1 Mile The Barn at Sandcastle Farm The Barn at Sandcastle Farm Dallas The Barn at Sandcastle Farm offers something for everyone. Whatever is needed to make the day special, this venue can transition from rustic and charming to chic and fabulous! It can accommodate guests for any occasion, celebrating with everyone who visits. The Barn at Sandcastle Farm offers a picturesque and rustic setting for your wedding, set on a century-old working farm in Dallas, North Carolina. With charming wooden beams, expansive barn doors, and open-air spaces, it provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for up to 175 guests. Whether you dream of an intimate ceremony under the wide Carolina sky or a lively reception in the elegantly rustic barn, this venue blends countryside charm with modern convenience. Featuring dedicated event coordinators, flexible vendor options, and cozy dressing cabins, The Barn at Sandcastle Farm ensures a seamless and unforgettable celebration tailored to your vision. MORE IN: Dallas 01/19 - 01/23 Papa's & Beer 3150 Dallas High Shoals Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Gaston College Beach Volleyball Complex 201 US-321 Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Riverside Fish House 1341 Dallas Stanley Highway Learn More

Cotton Candy Factory 21 North Main St. Belmont Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Rocky Branch Trail 103 Sacco St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel, Natural Surface, Sidewalk Easy, Moderate 1.20 miles, One Way The Rocky Branch Trail is a 1.25 mile enhanced natural… Expand + Duke Kimbrell Trail 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and… Expand + Meadowwood Walk at DSBG 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.6 mile loop A short walk around the back of Daniel Stowe Botanical… Expand + Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector 24 South Main St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Starts at Stowe Park in Belmont and connects almost to… Expand + Persimmon Trail at DSBG 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 3.2 miles Discover 3.2 miles of walking trails around the Garden! Persimmon… Expand + Cotton Candy Factory in Belmont The Cotton Candy Factory In Belmont, NC The Cotton Candy Factory in Belmont is a unique and fun place, designed to bring you back in time. The store is located in an old 1880s hotel on historical Main Street, Belmont, and offers both popular and nostalgic candies. The idea for Cotton Candy Factory came from the desire to honor Belmont’s Cotton Mill history. Old antique cotton carts from an actual cotton mill were restored, painted, and filled with buckets of candy. The Cotton Candy Factory is owned and operated by Holy Angels, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to caring for children and adults with intellectual developmental disabilities and delicate medical conditions. MORE IN: Belmont 01/19 - 01/23 Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba Street Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Wave Sandy 1500 River Dr. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Down Under Design 2 Kenwood St. Learn More

Will's Doggn' It 1301 Spencer Mountain Rd. Ranlo Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Will's Doggn' It Deli and Market Will's Doggn It Deli and Market NY Style Deli and Market in Ranlo, NC NY style deli in Ranlo, NC serving the Gaston county and surrounding areas. Using only Boar’s head meat and cheeses with locally baked breads. We specialize in hotdogs using Nathan’s and Boar’s head brands. We offer toppings you won’t find anywhere else. If catering is what you are looking for we have options! Including a NY style hotdog cart and a mobile food trailer. MORE IN: Ranlo 01/19 - 01/23 Ranlo Spash Pad 15 Park Drive Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Heritage Mill 1820 Spencer Mountain Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Ranlo Park 1624 Spencer Mountain Rd Learn More

Primal Brewery 52 Ervin St. Belmont Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Dart League Join us every Tuesday at 7 PM for Dart League… Expand + Song Request Night Every Tuesday Song Request Night Listen to your favorite songs Every Tuesday Expand + Music Bingo Join us at Primal Brewery Belmont every Wednesday for some… Expand + Friday Flight Day Every Friday at Primal Brewery all flights are only $10. Weekly Wine Night Every Tuesday Enjoy 15% off ALL bottles of wine at… Expand + Live Music at Primal Brewery Primal Brewery in Belmont regularly has live music. Especially on… Expand + Throwback Thursdays $5 Beer Day Cheers to a decade of memories Join us every Thursda… Expand + Trivia Tuesday’s at Primal Belmont! Trivia Tuesday’s at Primal Belmont! You asked and we delivered…… Expand + September Live Music Lineup September 1, 2026 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Rocky Branch Trail 103 Sacco St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel, Natural Surface, Sidewalk Easy, Moderate 1.20 miles, One Way The Rocky Branch Trail is a 1.25 mile enhanced natural… Expand + Duke Kimbrell Trail 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and… Expand + Meadowwood Walk at DSBG 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.6 mile loop A short walk around the back of Daniel Stowe Botanical… Expand + Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector 24 South Main St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Starts at Stowe Park in Belmont and connects almost to… Expand + Persimmon Trail at DSBG 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 3.2 miles Discover 3.2 miles of walking trails around the Garden! Persimmon… Expand + Primal Brewery Primal Brewery In Belmont, NC Primal Brewery is a craft beer brewery in Belmont, NC, dedicated to brewing fresh, locally sourced beers. Enjoy Year-Round, Seasonal, Limited Release, and Barrel-Aged beers on tap, with growlers and kegs available to take home. Free tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday, and the brewery encourages guests to enjoy a flight before joining the tour. The menu features sharables like loaded tater tots, pub nachos, pretzels, wings, tacos, sliders, and flatbreads. Primal Brewery is pet-friendly in the Tap House and Beer Garden, and offers indoor and outdoor spaces for private events. MORE IN: Belmont 01/19 - 01/23 Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba Street Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Wave Sandy 1500 River Dr. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Down Under Design 2 Kenwood St. Learn More

Belmont Moose Lodge 122 Robert Russell Rd. Belmont Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Rocky Branch Trail 103 Sacco St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel, Natural Surface, Sidewalk Easy, Moderate 1.20 miles, One Way The Rocky Branch Trail is a 1.25 mile enhanced natural… Expand + Duke Kimbrell Trail 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and… Expand + Meadowwood Walk at DSBG 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 0.6 mile loop A short walk around the back of Daniel Stowe Botanical… Expand + Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector 24 South Main St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Starts at Stowe Park in Belmont and connects almost to… Expand + Persimmon Trail at DSBG 6500 S. New Hope Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 3.2 miles Discover 3.2 miles of walking trails around the Garden! Persimmon… Expand + Belmont Moose Lodge Belmont Moose Lodge In Belmont, NC The Belmont Moose Lodge is a cherished community institution nestled in the heart of Belmont, a picturesque town known for its friendly atmosphere and tight-knit community. Established decades ago, this welcoming lodge has become a haven for locals seeking camaraderie, a warm sense of belonging, and opportunities to give back to their community. With its unassuming exterior and cozy interior, the Belmont Moose Lodge is a place where friendships are forged over card games and billiards, and where laughter fills the air during lively events and fundraisers. Beyond its role as a social hub, the lodge is also deeply committed to philanthropy, organizing numerous charitable initiatives that benefit those in need, from supporting local schools to aiding community members facing hardships. The Belmont Moose Lodge is an embodiment of the spirit of togetherness, where residents come together to make their town a better place, one compassionate act at a time. MORE IN: Belmont 01/19 - 01/23 Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba Street Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Wave Sandy 1500 River Dr. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Down Under Design 2 Kenwood St. Learn More

Join us for Trick-or-Trail at Gaston County Family YMCA in Belmont ,2026-10-24 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 24, 2026 Trick-or-Trail Learn More Gaston County Family YMCA Venue Info 2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 4:00 AM Time: - 8:00 AM 704-830-9622 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Kevin Millwood Park 400 N 8th St. Bessemer City Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Track at Bessemer City Park 220 South 14th St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Easy Bessemer City Park Trail 220 South 14th St. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Boardwalk, Natural Surface Easy 1.3 Miles One Way Kevin Millwood Park MORE IN: Bessemer City 01/19 - 01/23 Tex-Mex of BC 128 W. Virginia Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Wicked Waffle 130 W Virginia Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Allan Farris Community Center 220 South 14th street Learn More

No Limit Nutrition 112 North Main Street Lowell Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: South Fork Ridge Trail 1101 Lowell-Spencer Mountain Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Moderate 0.8 Miles One Way Paved Greenway at Poston Park 1101 Lowell-Spencer Mountain Rd. Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 1/2 mile Walking track at Harold Rankin Park 519 Park Circle Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy No Limit Nutrition Smoothie Bar No Limit Nutrition In Lowell, NC No Limit Nutrition in Lowell, NC, is a vibrant and refreshing hangout that brings the goodness of smoothies and juices to the community. As a top-notch smoothie juice bar, it has quickly become a go-to spot for health-conscious individuals seeking a tasty and nourishing pick-me-up. The menu boasts an enticing array of fresh and flavorful smoothies and juices that cater to various tastes and dietary preferences. Whether you need a post-workout boost, a quick and nutritious meal replacement, or simply looking to quench your thirst with a delicious beverage, No Limit Nutrition has you covered. With a focus on using high-quality ingredients and innovative flavor combinations, each concoction is carefully crafted to delight the taste buds and nourish the body. MORE IN: Lowell 01/19 - 01/23 Birdie Bay 116 North Main St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Parsifal Books 106 E. 1st St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Throw The Day Away 119 N Main St. Learn More

Baker Buffalo Creek Winery 3521 Fallston-Waco Rd. Lawndale, NC Lawndale Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Baker Buffalo Creek Winery Baker Buffalo Creek Vineyard Visit this beautiful vineyard located on the Rideline Craft Beverage Trail in Fallston, NC Baker Buffalo Creek Vineyard is located in Fallston, NC. The vineyard is planted in the fertile soil of the rolling hills in Cleveland County. The vineyard takes its name from the Buffalo Creek that slowly winds through the property and the Baker family name that represents over 100 years of family ownership of this beautiful farmland. MORE IN:

Five Spur Steakhouse 115 N Main Street Cherryville Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Robert H. Ballard Park 101 S. Rudisill Ave. Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy Five Spur Steakhouse Five Spur Steakhouse In Cherryville, NC Five Spur Steakhouse is where rustic charm meets refined flavor on Cherryville’s Main Street. Step inside and immerse yourself in a warm, inviting ambiance where hearty, perfectly cooked steaks and fresh seafood are served with genuine Southern hospitality. Spearheaded by Johnny Ray—the seasoned restaurateur behind Johnny Ray’s Signature Sauces, Johnny Ray’s Smokehouse in Fallston, and The Hoot Nanny in Forest City—this North Carolina steakhouse offers an elevated yet comfortable dining experience. Five Spur caters to a wide range of culinary preferences with a diverse menu featuring both standard USDA steaks and premium cuts, alongside the freshest seafood and classic cocktails with a Southern twist. Whether it’s a cozy date night or a celebratory dinner with family and friends, this downtown Cherryville gem—with seating for about 100–120 guests and outdoor options available—is a destination worth discovering. MORE IN: Cherryville 01/19 - 01/23 John L. "Buck" Fraley Field 212 N. Pink St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Hendricks Laser Works 116 E Main Street Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Noble Artistry 215 E Main Street Learn More