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Rock Haven Farms 3346 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Cherryville 704-734-8957 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Rock Haven Farms Hunt on 120 acres of rolling piedmont farmland. Enjoy southern hospitality and country cooking before or after your hunt or practice shooting clay birds or just enjoy the view over the ponds from the back porch of the lodge. MORE IN: Cherryville 01/19 - 01/23 Las Cascadas Mexican Cuisine 208 E Main St. Learn More 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 St. Learn More

Viva Tequis 238 W Main Ave. Gastonia 704-215-6722 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Viva Tequis Viva Tequis brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food to downtown Gastonia. Guests can enjoy a variety of authentic tacos, quesadillas, burritos, and other traditional favorites, all prepared with fresh ingredients and bold, flavorful seasonings. With a lively atmosphere, friendly service, and a menu full of delicious options, Viva Tequis is the perfect spot to enjoy a casual meal with friends or family while savoring the tastes of Mexico right in the heart of Gastonia. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 The Rotary Community Garden of Gastonia 406 E Franklin Blvd Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 E Main Ave. Learn More

Papa's Pizza To Go- Dallas NC 106 N Gaston Street Dallas 704-923-0770 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Walking Track at Jaggers Park 424 South Spargo Street, Dallas, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy Track at Cloniger Park 305 W Church St, Dallas, NC 28034, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy .2 Miles Walking Track at Dallas Park 1303 Dallas Cherryville Highway, Dallas, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy 1 Mile Papa's Pizza To Go- Dallas NC At Papa's Pizza To-Go, they keep it simple: great food with the freshest ingredients at perfect prices for the folks of Dallas, NC. Everything is made in-house: square-pan pizzas, subs, salads, breadsticks, and sides. There is something for everyone! Whether you're a local or visiting us from out of town, you're welcome. Best of all, they're affordable, so getting a great meal with family and friends will never break the bank. Just grab a table or get a to-go box and see for yourself. MORE IN: Dallas 01/19 - 01/23 Papas & Beer 3150 Dallas High Shoals Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Gaston College Volleyball 201 US-321 Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Riverside Fish House 1341 Dallas Stanley Highway Learn More

Patriots Park in Kings Mountain 220 S Railroad Ave. Kings Mountain 704-734-0333 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Patriot Day Observance September 11, 2026 Learn More September Nights Randy and Cindy Floyd with Gene Pharr September 17, 2026 Learn More Mountaineer Days Heritage Festival October 10, 2026 Learn More Veterans Day Parade November 11, 2026 Learn More Travis Powell as ELVIS-LIVE at Patriots Park September 12, 2026 Learn More September Nights Continental Divide September 24, 2026 Learn More Great Pumpkin Parade October 30, 2026 Learn More Christmas Kings Mountain December 5, 2026 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Kings Mountain Gateway Trail 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Moderate, Easy, Advanced 4.80 miles, One Way Rail Trail Loop 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Easy .7 Miles Kings Mountain Nature Trail 1277 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.2 mile loop Turnback Trail 522 Park Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 1.2-mile, One way Kings Mountain State Park Trail 1277 Park Rd, Clover, SC 29710, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.1 Miles One Way Cardio Hill Trail 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Moderate 0.4 Miles One Way Living History Farm Trail 1577 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.5 miles Kings Mountain Hiking Trail Kings Mountain State Park, Park Road, Blacksburg, SC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 16 mile loop Crowders Mountain Trail 4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel Moderate 2.5 miles, One Way Ridgeline Trail at Crowders Mountain 522 Park Drive, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface, Gravel Advanced 8 Miles One Way Plateau Loop 807 South Battleground Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Moderate 1.70 miles, One Way Kings Mountain Horse Trail 1277 Park Rd, Blacksburg, SC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy, Moderate 30+ mile loop Kings Mountain Battlefield Trail 2300 Park Road, Blacksburg, SC 29702, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Walking Moderate 1.5 Mile Loop Backside Trail 4611 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Gravel Advanced 0.50 miles, One Way Kings Mountain to Town via Sidewalk 807 S Battleground Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Sidewalk, Paved Easy 2.1 miles, One Way Patriots Park in Kings Mountain Patriots Park in downtown Kings Mountain offers its visitors benches, picnic areas and tables, restrooms, a walking track and a sprayground for the kids. MORE IN: Kings Mountain 01/19 - 01/23 Deal Park 211 N. Cleveland Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Kings Mountain RV Resort 241 Battleground Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 The Yard Sports Facility 811 Floyd St. Learn More

Shellis She Shed 106 W Dallas Rd. Stanley 980-318-3816 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Demonstration Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy .25 Mile Loblolly Loop Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy 1.35 mile loop Harvest Hill Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy .75 Mile Trails at Harpers Park 301 Blacksnake Road, Stanley, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Walking Easy Talking Tree Trail 200 Gobbler Wy, Stanley, NC 28164, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Easy .85 Mile Shellis She Shed The She Shed is a home decor boutique full of floral stems & arrangements and unique, vintage, antique, retro, farmhouse styles, and the perfect gift items. MORE IN: Stanley 01/19 - 01/23 Sweet Shananigans 116 S Main St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Stanley Kitchen Family Restaurant 106 Mariposa Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 105 Main Florist and Home Decor 105 S Main St Learn More

T Jeffers Center and Park 121 N Hartman St. Gastonia 704-866-6852 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way T Jeffers Center and Park The T Jeffers Center and Park offers a 15,058 square feet community center and includes a college-size basketball court with six goals and seating capacity for 350. The facility also contains dressing and shower rooms, meeting room, game room, lounge, kitchen, and staff offices. Outdoor facilities include a lighted youth baseball field, playground and two large picnic shelters. T Jeffers Center Amenities 15,058 square feet community center A college-size basketball court with six goals Seating capacity for 350. Dressing and shower rooms Meeting room Game room Lounge Kitchen Staff offices. Park Amenities Lighted youth baseball field Playground Two large picnic shelters Park areas are open Dawn - Dusk, daily. Lighted outdoor facilities operate independently when scheduled. Picnic shelter, ball fields and community centers may be rented by families, churches, companies or other groups for a variety of social and business functions. Contact the The T Jeffers Center directly for more information. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 The Rotary Community Garden of Gastonia 406 E Franklin Blvd Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 E Main Ave. Learn More

Happy Days 503 Carolina Ave. Gastonia 704-866-7566 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Happy Days A neighborhood bar you won’t want to miss! Great drinks, friendly faces, and a laid-back vibe that makes every visit feel like the perfect escape. Open daily at 1:00 PM—come for the fun, stay for the atmosphere. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 The Rotary Community Garden of Gastonia 406 E Franklin Blvd Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 E Main Ave. Learn More

We Kan Go Play 226 S Main St. Mount Holly 704-820-8989 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP EVENT DETAILS We Kan Go Play In Mt Holly, NC Come join us for evening open play. Pack your dinner and let the kids burn off some energy. Every Tuesday and Thursday… Expand + Dine & Play MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Dutchmans Creek Greenway 300 North River Street, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 0.6 miles, One Way Mount Holly Linear Park Trail 400 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy .3 Miles One Way A & E Riverfront Trail 231 Broome St, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 1.5 Miles One Way We Kan Go Play At We Kan Go Play in Mount Holly, kids can enjoy a safe, clean, and engaging indoor space designed just for them! This bright and welcoming play center encourages children to have fun, get active, and use their imagination — all while staying off screens. With exciting slides, a colorful ball pit, a climbing wall, and a hands-on sensory table, there’s something for every child to explore. It’s the perfect place for playdates, rainy days, and making memories in a fun, screen-free environment. Customized Parties Birthday Parties Open Play Wee Play Zone ( children 2 & under) Sensory Play Area MORE IN: Mount Holly 01/19 - 01/23 Ransom Hunter Park 325 W Glendale Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 The Holland Wine Bar & Restaurant 100 N Main St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Bolton's Curbside Cookery 108 S Main St. Learn More

Carpenters Gifts & Jewelry 123 E Main St. Cherryville 704-435-6612 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Carpenters Gifts & Jewelry Carpenters Jewelry in Cherryville, NC, is known for its exquisite collection of jewelry and commitment to affordable prices. With a legacy spanning generations, this family-owned jewelry store has been serving the community with dedication and integrity. Stepping into Carpenters Jewelry, visitors are greeted by a dazzling display of beautifully crafted rings, necklaces, bracelets, and more, each piece thoughtfully curated to cater to diverse tastes and preferences. The shop's experienced and friendly staff takes the time to understand their customers' needs, guiding them through their wide selection of jewelry to find the perfect piece within their budget. From timeless classics to contemporary designs, Carpenters Jewelry ensures that everyone can find a piece to cherish without breaking the bank. Their reputation for providing top-quality jewelry at affordable prices has made them a beloved destination for special occasions and everyday indulgences alike in Cherryville. MORE IN: Cherryville 01/19 - 01/23 Las Cascadas Mexican Cuisine 208 E Main St. Learn More 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 St. Learn More

Ride-A-Bike Bicycle Shop 140 E Main Ave. Gastonia 877-574-0656 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Avon-Catawba Creeks Greenway 1401 Golf Course Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 4.5 Miles One Way Highland Rail Trail Downtown Sidewalk Connection 200 E Long Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 3.0 Miles One Way Ride-A-Bike Bicycle Shop Ride-A-Bike Bicycle Shop has been serving the local cycling community since 1981. Known as “Everybody’s bike shop,” it offers a friendly, inclusive atmosphere for riders of all levels. The shop features a wide selection of new and used bikes—from road to mountain styles—along with a full range of parts and accessories. Its expert service department provides everything from quick tune-ups to major repairs, ensuring every bike rides like new. With over four decades of experience, Ride-A-Bike remains a trusted destination for cyclists in Gastonia and beyond. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 The Rotary Community Garden of Gastonia 406 E Franklin Blvd Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 EJ's Soul Food & Vegan 501 Cox Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Christian Jacobs 120 E Main Ave. Learn More

The Holland Wine Bar & Restaurant 100 N Main St. Mount Holly 704-601-5031 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Dutchmans Creek Greenway 300 North River Street, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved, Gravel Easy 0.6 miles, One Way Mount Holly Linear Park Trail 400 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy .3 Miles One Way A & E Riverfront Trail 231 Broome St, Mount Holly, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 1.5 Miles One Way The Holland Wine Bar & Restaurant The Holland is a wine bar and restaurant in downtown Mount Holly, serving a curated selection of wines alongside a menu of elevated yet approachable dishes. From casual evenings with friends to romantic date nights or corporate events, the inviting space offers the perfect mix of comfort and style. Housed in a historic building that once served as the town’s general store and pharmacy, The Holland preserves its original character while offering a modern dining experience. MORE IN: Mount Holly 01/19 - 01/23 Ransom Hunter Park 325 W Glendale Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 We Kan Go Play 226 S Main St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Bolton's Curbside Cookery 108 S Main St. Learn More

Christmas Town USA The Streets of McAdenville 704-824-3190 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: McAdenville Greenway Park 501 Lakeview Drive, McAdenville, NC 28101, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 0.8 miles, One Way Pharr Yarns Family Trail 119 Willow Drive, McAdenville, NC, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 2.4 Miles One Way Christmas Town USA McAdenville’s 650 or so residents go all-out to convert their homes into Christmas Town USA– an achievement that attracts about 600,000 visitors. Drive the half-mile route – free of charge – to see 375-plus trees strung with more than 500,000 red, green and white lights. Christmas Town, USA finished 4th in the “Best Public Holiday Lights Display in the USA” contest, sponsored by USA Today. MORE IN: McAdenville 01/19 - 01/23 Bonico 121 Main St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 La Delizia Market 129 Main St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Life is Sweet Candy Store 109 Main St. Learn More