Title Perfect Pairing Book Club: August August 21, 2026 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE A Book Club for Wine & Cheese Lovers?! Sign us up!This book club was so popular last year, we have increased the numbers of events! Every other month, we pair great books with experts in wine (oh, and cheese!) . At this book club, we meet to discuss the book while also completing a tasting of different wines and cheeses that compliment what we just read!Tickets include wine tasting, cheese pairing and a copy of the book. August's Pairing:Book: The Merlot Murders by Ellen CrosbyWine Vendor: TBDA phone call at two thirty in the morning is never good news. Lucie Montgomery's semiestranged brother, Eli, calls her in France to tell her their father, Leland, has been killed in a hunting accident on the family's five-hundred-acre Virginia vineyard just as the fall harvest is about to begin. By the time he calls, Eli has already made funeral arrangements with what Lucie argues is indecent haste.

Title Through The Looking Glass June 19, 2026 Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE 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. Explore the night sky with Big Bird and friends during One World, One Sky at the Planetarium inside the Schiele Museum of Natural History . In this planetarium show featuring beloved characters from Sesame Street , you’ll learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the Sun, and the Moon. It’s the perfect introduction to space for your young astronomer!

12:00 PM - 11:00 AM Time: April 4, 2026 The Coursing - Welcome To The Creep Show Album Release Party Title LEARN MORE 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Heading 5 VENUE INFO

Title Monster Thunder Bomber June 12, 2026 Time: - Carolina Speedway 6335 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Carolina Speedway 2026 Race Schedule March 1 — Monster Trucks 5 — Steve Heintz Memorial — Open Practice 6 — Steve Heintz Memorial — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Pro 4, Crown Vic, Southern Wedge Late Model Association 7 — Steve Heintz Memorial — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Southern Wedge Late Model Association, Southern Vintage April 3 — First Points Race — Late Model, SEHA, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic 10 — Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4, Southern Vintage 17 — Southern Wedge Late Model Association, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 24 — USCS Sprint Car Series + Other Divisions TBA May 1 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 8 — Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 15 — Mid-East Mania — Modified, Street Stock + Other Divisions TBA 22 — River Wars — Renegade Sportsman, Street Stock, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4, Southern Vintage 29 — Late Model (LMS Rules), Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 June 5 — Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 12 — Monster Thunder Bomber, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Crown Vic, Southern Vintage, MMSA 19 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 26 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 July 3 — Hall of Fame Race — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 (Fireworks) 10 — USCS Sprint Car Series + Other Divisions TBA 17 — OFF 24 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 31 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 August 7 — Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 14 — Shrine Race — Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series + Other Divisions TBA 21 — OFF 28 — Late Model, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 September 4 — River Wars — Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 11 — Late Points Race — Carolina Sprint Tour, Street Stock, Renegade Sportsman, Thunder Bomber, Crown Vic, Pro 4 17 — BAM Street Stock Battle Royale — Open Practice 18 — BAM Street Stock Battle Royale — Event Program TBA 19 — BAM Street Stock Battle Royale — Event Program TBA 25 — OFF October 1 — King of the Carolinas — Open Practice 2 — King of the Carolinas — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Carolina Sprint Tour, SEHA + Other Divisions TBA 3 — King of the Carolinas — Blue Ridge Outlaw Late Model Series, Southern Vintage + Other Divisions TBA 10 — $10,000 to Win Enduro Event 11 — Rain Date (Enduro Event)

Title Ecstatic Dance Yoga Workshop June 27, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Whitewater Center U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE The Ecstatic Dance Yoga Workshop is a vibrant freeform movement experience that invites participants to dance spontaneously to music, allowing for personal expression without choreography or judgment. Join us for a transformative session that blends the liberating aspects of ecstatic dance with the soothing qualities of yoga, providing a unique opportunity for self-discovery and connection. Explore the freedom of movement in a supportive environment. For more details, visit https://whitewater.org/yoga-wellness-workshop/.

Title Sigmon Theatrical Presents... June 17, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mauney Memorial Library 100 South Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Experience family-friendly fun in this presentation by Sigmon Theatrical! Registration Required • Please register each person attending the program: https://mauneylibrary.libcal.com/event/15840746

Title Scaryville October 16, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Gazebo Mini-Park 219 East Main Street, Cherryville, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join us for a night of frights and culinary delights at Scary-Ville, where Main Street transforms into the ultimate Halloween destination! Here’s what’s waiting for you: Frightfully Fabulous Costume Contest – dress to impress (and spook)! Ghostly Hayrides – hop on if you dare… Beer Garden – sip something spooky. Pumpkin Patch Play Land – fall fun for the little ones. Spooktacular Selfie Area – snap the perfect Halloween shots with your favorite characters! Rock the night away with Off The Record – a Totally 80s Tribute! Don’t forget to stop in and shop with our downtown merchants for even more treats! Downtown Cherryville – You don’t want to miss Scary-Ville 2026!

Title It Wasn't A Phase - Live Band Emo Night with Turtle Smash June 5, 2026 Time: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Rooster 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join us for "It Wasn't A Phase - Live Band Emo Night" featuring Turtle Smash, The Southeast's Ultimate Pop-Punk Party! Following an unforgettable previous performance, Turtle Smash returns for another night filled with all your favorite punk and pop classics. Don’t miss out on this incredible evening! Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 on the day of the show. Doors open at 6 PM, and the show starts at 7:30 PM. This event is open to all ages!

Title Evening Breathwork Yoga Workshop June 24, 2026 Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Whitewater Center U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Join us for an enriching Evening Breathwork Yoga Workshop, designed to deepen your yoga practice through the transformative power of breath. Experience guided breathwork techniques that will help you release stress, enhance relaxation, and connect with your inner self. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this workshop invites you to explore the synergy between breath and movement in a peaceful evening setting. Don’t miss this opportunity to rejuvenate your mind and body!

Title Maki Taco Food Truck October 10, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM Veronét Vineyards & Winery 1549 Ike Brooks Dr, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Asian fusion food truck, featuring Japanese Hibachi and Asian style tacos.

Title Trucks in the Park September 10, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Harold Rankin Park 519 Park Circle, Lowell, NC 28098, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE Bring the family out for Trucks in the Park! Thursday, September 10 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Harold Rankin Park 519 Park Circle, Lowell Kids and families can see, touch, and explore all kinds of vehicles up close! Interested in showcasing a vehicle at the event? Businesses and local organizations can contact Lowell Parks & Recreation at (704) 315-8165 or email anixon@lowellnc.com. FREE and open to the public!

Title River Jam: Brother Smith July 24, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Whitewater Center U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA VENUE INFO LEARN MORE The River Jam event offers a lively outdoor experience paired with an exciting trail race along scenic river paths. Guests can soak in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere while participants take on a fun and challenging course that highlights the natural beauty of the area. Whether you're there to unwind, cheer others on, or push your own limits, River Jam delivers the perfect mix of leisure and adventure for everyone.