February 14, 2027 Arsenic and Old Lace Learn More Venue Info Haid Theater 100 Belmont Mt Holly Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 9:30 AM Time: - 10:30 AM 704-461-6787 Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring is a farcical black comedy about the Brewster family, who are descended from the Mayfl ower but are now largely homicidal. The story follows Mortimer Brewster, a drama critic who discovers that his sweet, elderly aunts are secretly making poison. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 4, 2026 Gaston Draws Adult Sessions Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Museum 131 W Main St, Dallas, NC 28034, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 3:00 PM 704-922-7681 Gaston Draws: The Figure Series Join us for free figure drawing sessions in 2026! Museum Launching Free Figure Drawing Series *Image courtesy of artist Lisa Livengood, 2025 Dallas, NC – The Gaston County Museum of Art & History is hosting a year-long series of live-model figure drawing sessions starting Wednesday, January 7, in the Anne Biggers Furr Learning Station, 205 W. Main St., Dallas. “Gaston Draws: The Figure Series” is made possible by a grant from the Gaston Arts Council, with support from the North Carolina Arts Council. Sessions are free and open to the public. Registration is required for each session, below: Adult Session Open Call Portrait Session “Figure drawing spans the entire history of humanity beginning with the earliest cave drawings in the Paleolithic era and becoming the foundation of artistic training in the Renaissance,” says Alexandrea Pizza, director of the Art & History Museum. “Some of the world’s most cherished works of art, such as Leonardo’s “Mona Lisa” and Michaelangelo’s “The Creation of Adam” on the Sistine Chapel ceiling were born from years of the artists’ studying the human form through figure drawing, painting, and sculpting. Today, artists continue to study the human figure through the anatomy and movement of live models. Figure drawing remains one of the most historically important practices in the history of art,” she says. “Figure drawing sessions, unlike traditional art classes, are not instructor-led,” says Alexander Brooks, Community Engagement Manager for the Art & History Museum. “Participants focus on their own style, although a facilitator is on site to guide the models through poses and keep the session on schedule.” Three different options are offered throughout the series: Open Call, which is open to artists 13 and older and features clothed models; Adult, which is open to anyone 18 and older and features nude models; and Portrait, which is open to those 13 and older. “During the Open Call and Adult sessions, the models change poses on a timed schedule, either one, three or five minutes, prompted by the facilitator, while the models in the Portrait sessions maintain a single pose for the duration of the session,” Brooks explains. Artists of all skill levels are welcome to attend, must bring their own art supplies, and will be expected to sign a contract which outlines strict policies regarding model privacy and artist conduct. Sessions will be held on the following dates from 6:00-8:00 pm: Adult Sessions will be held on the first Wednesday of every month in 2026: January 7, February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, August 5, September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2. Open Call Sessions will be held on the third Wednesday of every month of 2026: January 21, February 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16. Portrait Sessions will be held on the last Wednesday of every other month in 2026: February 25, April 29, June 24, August 26, October 28, December 30. For more information, please call the Museum at 704-922-7681 or visit the website at www.gastoncountymuseum.org. Admission to the Museum is free. Hours are Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday 11:00am – 4:00pm. For more information, visit www.gastoncountymuseum.org. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 29, 2026 Karaoke Night Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 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 >

May 2, 2027 Shrapnyl Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 2:30 PM Time: - 6:00 PM 704-616-0291 Heart-thumping, high octane Rock and Roll with the one and only Shrapnyl!Join us for an evening of your favorite hard rock songs through the ages as Shrapnyl takes the stage for 3+ hours of hard-hitting anthems and riffs. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 day of show. Doors at 6pm, show at 7:30pm. All Ages. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 5, 2026 A Tana Empanada Food Trucks 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 Their empanadas are THE BEST anywhere around; absolutely delicious - you won't want to miss out! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

February 24, 2027 Karaoke Night Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 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 >

November 1, 2026 Garden Photography Walk Learn More Venue Info Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 9:00 AM Time: - 10:00 AM 704-825-4490 Are you ready to learn some new photography skills? From beginners to the seasoned pro come spend some time in nature with professional photographer Nelson Stegall at Daniel Stowe ... Mehr anzeigen < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 21, 2026 Oasis in Space Learn More Venue Info The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 8:30 AM Time: - 9:30 AM 704-866-6900 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. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

JG's Vinyl and More 322 W Main Ave. Gastonia 704-691-7071 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 JG's Vinyl and More JG's Vinyl and More Retail Record Store in Gastonia, NC JG’s Vinyl and More is a retail record store in Gastonia, NC, offering a curated selection of vinyl records, CDs, and professional audio equipment for music lovers. Founded by passionate music enthusiasts, this locally owned record store is a go-to destination for both collectors and casual listeners. Shop premium vinyl records, rare finds, and an extensive CD collection across multiple genres, plus turntables, record players, music accessories, and vinyl care products. With a focus on high-quality products and exceptional service, JG’s Vinyl and More celebrates the art of music while delivering an authentic, community-driven music shopping experience in Gastonia. MORE IN: Gastonia 01/19 - 01/23 TC's Sip and Sing Karaoke Lounge 141 W. Main Ave Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 57 Genova Coffee 167 W Main Ave Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Red Roof Inn Gastonia 1700 N. Chester St. Learn More

February 16, 2027 Singer/Songwriter Open Mic Learn More Venue Info The Rooster 344 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 5:00 PM 704-616-0291 Every Wednesday we host our Singer/Songwriter Open Mic with rotating hosts. Our Open Mic is for all artists, not just singers and musicians. Whether your gift is comedy, poetry, drum solos or you just want to jam, this event is for you!No Cover, Doors open at 6pm. Open Mic starts at 7pm. Sign Up Sheet is at the bar. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

January 1, 2027 2026-27 Senior/Youth Pass Learn More Venue Info Haid Theater 100 Belmont Mt Holly Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 8:00 PM 704-461-6787 For senior adults (55+) and youth (<12) The 2026-27 Senior/Youth Pass includes four tickets to be redeemed for any 2026-27 event except The 24-Hour Theatre Project. To pick your performances now, add the Flex Pass to your cart. You will be prompted to select your performances on the next page. To pick your performances later, add the Flex Pass to your cart and check out. Instructions on how to book your performances will be included in your confirmation email. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 28, 2026 Tap Takeover with King Canary Learn More Venue Info Confluence South Fork 117 Center St, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA 1:30 PM Time: - 2:30 PM 704-879-4175 King Canary is flying in and taking over the taps at Confluence, and you're invited! Join us Wednesday, October 28, from 6:30 to 8:30pm for a great lineup of King Canary beers. Our rep from King Canary will be here all evening pouring, talking beer, and handing out swag. Come try something new, catch up with friends, and spend an evening with people who love the Catawba as much as you do. Bring a friend, grab a pint, and we'll see you there. Cheers!All sales benefit the Catawba Riverkeeper { --stroke-style: none;--stroke-thickness: 2px; --tweak-text-block-stroke-color: hsla(var(--black-hsl) , 1) ; } .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; } { --tweak-text-block-blend : normal; } { --blur-value: blur(15px) ;} @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { .sqs-html-content { } } @media screen and (max-width: 767px) { } { --opacity: 100%; --translate-x: 0px; --translate-y: 0px; --rotation: 0deg; --scale-x: 100%; --scale-y: 100%; --skew-x: 0deg; --skew-y: 0deg; --origin-x: 50%; --origin-y: 50%; --block-transform: none; opacity: var(--opacity, 1) ; transform: var(--block-transform) ; transform-origin: var(--origin-x) var(--origin-y) ; } < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >