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Join us for King of the Carolinas - Open Practice at Carolina Speedway Gastonia in Belmont ,2026-10-01 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 1, 2026 King of the Carolinas - Open Practice Learn More Carolina Speedway Venue Info 6335 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA Time: - 704-869-0313 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) < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Spooky Soiree Aerial Arts Show at Muddy River Distillery in Belmont ,2026-09-25 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. September 25, 2026 Spooky Soiree Aerial Arts Show Learn More Muddy River Distillery Venue Info 250 N Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 5:00 PM 704-820-8001 We are having a Spooky Soirée to drag in the haunting season. Beware goblins in training; this show contains adult content. Join us on September 25th, 8 pm- 10 pm for this unearthly haunting soirée. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Free Guided Docent Tour at Daniel Stowe Conservancy in Belmont ,2026-10-25 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 25, 2026 Free Guided Docent Tour Learn More Daniel Stowe Conservancy Venue Info 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 8:30 AM Time: - 9:30 AM 704-825-4490 Join us every Sunday at 1:30 p.m. in the Garden Pavilion this fall for a free guided docent tour! One of our expert docent volunteers will lead you through a guided tour of the garden, covering Stowe's history, habitats, plants, gardens and more. This is a completely free tour and no pre-registration is necessary. Just meet us in the Garden Pavilion lobby at 1:30 p.m. on Sundays! Tour capacity is 20 people. Ages 5+ recommended. Please note that non-members will need to pay Garden Pavilion admission to attend. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Boo!seum at The Schiele Museum of Natural History in Belmont ,2026-10-23 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 23, 2026 Boo!seum Learn More The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium Venue Info 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 12:30 PM Time: - 3:30 PM 704-866-6900 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Treehouse Story Time at Belmont Bookshop in Belmont ,2026-10-07 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 7, 2026 Treehouse Story Time Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:30 AM (704) 461-8060 Join us for story time in the Treehouse! We offer weekly story time in our Treehouse reading nook. Complimentary and open to the public, it's hosted by Belmont Bookshop teammates or volunteers. Story Time usually lasts about 15-20 minutes, depending on the crowd. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Perfect Pairing Book Club: December at Belmont Bookshop in Belmont ,2026-12-18 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. December 18, 2026 Perfect Pairing Book Club: December Learn More Belmont Bookshop Venue Info 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 1:30 PM Time: - 3:00 PM (704) 461-8060 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. PLEASE NOTE:December's book does not release until November 3rd. Pre-orders will be fulfilled on this date. December's Pairing:Book: The Dinner Party by Viola van de SandtWine Vendor: TBDFor fans of Cleopatra and Frankenstein and Assembly, an intimate and darkly propulsive story told over the course of a dinner party, from its careful preparation through its explosive, irrevocable finish, about the tensions of love and autonomy, grief and female rage, and the surprising moments when they come crashing to the surface. Franca left the Netherlands behind to start her new life in England with Andrew. Andrew, whose parents lived in South Kensington but had a flat their son could “borrow” nearby. Andrew, an old-fashioned British gentleman who encourages her not to work but to instead focus on her writing. Andrew who suggests a dinner party with his colleagues to celebrate their big upcoming launch. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Karaoke Night at The Rooster in Belmont ,2026-11-12 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. November 12, 2026 Karaoke Night Learn More The Rooster Venue Info 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 3:00 PM Time: - 6:45 PM 704-616-0291 Karaoke every Thursday Night at 8pm. No Cover, All Ages$1 off Domestics$4 Applesauce Shots$5 Orange CreamsiclesNO COVERDoors open at 6pm < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. at Gaston County Cooperative Center in Belmont ,2026-12-17 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. December 17, 2026 Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Learn More GC Cooperative Extension Venue Info 1303 Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 7:00 AM 704-922-0301 Monthly Master Gardener business meeting for all current Master Gardener Group of Gaston County Members. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for October Plant Swap & Shop at Traust Brewery in Belmont ,2026-10-11 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. October 11, 2026 October Plant Swap & Shop Learn More Traust Brewing Venue Info 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 833-566-5563 Join us for the October Plant Swap & Shop at Traust Brewing in Mount Holly! This exciting event invites you to bring a plant to swap or simply come to explore and shop for new greenery. Plant accessories and swag are encouraged, and tables will be provided. The atmosphere is pet and kid-friendly, with a fantastic food menu and a variety of drinks, including beer, wine, seltzers, mixed drinks, and non-alcoholic options. The venue is conveniently located at 128 South Main Street, with ample parking available behind the building. Best of all, the plant swap is always free to vend and attend! Please be cautious of scammers and refrain from sending money for Plant Swap events. Join us for a fun-filled day of plant trading and shopping! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for Mardi Gras at The Lodge Tavern & Tap in Belmont ,2027-02-17 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. February 17, 2027 Mardi Gras Learn More The Lodge Tavern & Tap Venue Info 101 Kenwood St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 6:00 AM Time: - 5:00 PM 704-461-8044 Come celebrate Mardi Gras with us. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for River Jam: Empire Strikes Brass at Whitewater Center in Belmont ,2026-09-05 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. September 5, 2026 River Jam: Empire Strikes Brass Learn More Whitewater Center Venue Info 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 5:00 PM 704-391-3900 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Join us for High Point Rockers at 2026 Gastonia Ghost Peppers at Caromont Health Park in Belmont ,2026-09-05 . Learn more about this event others in Gaston County on GoGastonNC. September 5, 2026 High Point Rockers at 2026 Gastonia Ghost Peppers Learn More CaroMont Health Park Venue Info 800 W Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 980-415-2255 Step into the excitement of Atlantic League baseball as the Gastonia Ghost Peppers take on the competition at Caromont Health Park in the heart of downtown Gastonia! Watch top-tier professional talent battle it out in a high-energy, fan-friendly atmosphere where every pitch brings the crowd to life. Make a night of it by exploring downtown Gastonia before or after the game, with local restaurants, breweries, and shops just steps from the stadium. From first pitch to final out, a Ghost Peppers game is the perfect mix of thrilling baseball and vibrant downtown fun. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >