The Catalyst Mercantile 123 S Main St. Mount Holly 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 Catalyst Mercantile The Catalyst Mercantile is a brick-and-mortar shop that creates a home for small business owners to get to the next level by providing a cohesive boutique shopping experience. This store is filled to the brim with one-of-a-kind, unique finds created by local artisans and includes items like clothing and accessories, bath and body, home goods, and gifts. MORE IN: Mount Holly 01/19 - 01/23 Black Sheep Coffee 104 S Main St Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Owl Legs Coffee 101 W Central Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Ransom Hunter Park 325 W Glendale Ave. Learn More

December 22, 2026 Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Cooperative Center 1303 Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, USA 2:00 PM Time: - 4:00 PM 704-922-0301 Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Crowders Mountain Golf Course 255 Lincoln Academy Rd. Kings Mountain 704-734-0383 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP 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 Crowders Mountain Golf Course Crowders Mountain Golf Course located next to Crowders Mountain is an 18 hole course in Kings Mountain. It has a putting green and a clubhouse. The course offers beautiful views of the mountain with many elevation changes. The course is home to the par 5 14th hole called "Young's Revenge" - which is billed as the "Hardest Par 5 in the World" according to a sign in the clubhouse. 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

South Fork Ridge Trail in Gaston County, North Carolina South Fork Ridge Trail < Previous ALL TRAILS Next > This trail travels down from George Poston Park toward the South Fork River. Several switchbacks and beautiful bridges carry users over the rolling terrain. Look for groves of endangered bigleaf magnolia trees! The final section opens up to full sunshine, lined by flowering plants as the trail connects to open space in the River Heights neighborhood. Location 1101 Lowell-Spencer Mountain Rd. 0.8 Miles One Way Moderate Best Use Surface Distance Difficulty Gravel Mountain Biking, Hiking Lowell Button Button Lowell Lowell is a small town in Gaston County located west of the city of Charlotte, North Carolina by going north off of I-85 at exxit 21 or 23. Hike These Trails Located Close By South Fork Ridge Trail Gravel Moderate 0.8 Miles One Way The South Fork Ridge Trail is a 0.8-mile crushed gravel path along the South Fork River in Lowell, NC. LEARN MORE South Fork Ridge Trail Gravel Moderate 0.8 Miles One Way The South Fork Ridge Trail is a 0.8-mile crushed gravel path along the South Fork River in Lowell, NC. LEARN MORE

November 11, 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 >

Highland Rail Trail in Gaston County, North Carolina Highland Rail Trail < Previous ALL TRAILS Next > The Highland Rail Trail is a ten foot wide, paved facility constructed along the historic Carolina and Northwestern Railway. This 2.1-mile urban trail passes through residential neighborhoods and industrial areas, linking downtown Gastonia with Sims Legion Park and beyond. The Carolina Thread Trail sign marks one entrance to the trail at the intersection of Broad Street and Long Avenue. From this point, the trail continues northwest past Sims Legion Park toward I-85. A tunnel takes users under Bulb Avenue and north to Long Creek. The Thread Trail designation ends there, but the greenway continues west and connects to Rankin Lake Park. Location 1001 N Marietta St. 2.1 Miles One Way Easy Best Use Surface Distance Difficulty Paved, Gravel Walking, Biking, Running Gastonia Button Button Gastonia Gastonia is the largest town in Gaston County, North Carolina and can be found just south of I-85 off of exit 17 in the center of the county. Hwy 321 runs north and south straight through town giving even better access to this booming metropolis. Hike These Trails Located Close By Highland Rail Trail Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way A ten foot wide, paved surface trail constructed along the historic Carolina and Northwestern Railway. LEARN MORE Highland Rail Trail Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way A ten foot wide, paved surface trail constructed along the historic Carolina and Northwestern Railway. LEARN MORE Highland Rail Trail Paved, Gravel Easy 2.1 Miles One Way A ten foot wide, paved surface trail constructed along the historic Carolina and Northwestern Railway. LEARN MORE

Sweet Peace Yoga Studio 1 Main St. Cramerton 704-650-5339 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Reiki I with Stephanie October 24, 2026 Learn More Reiki Circle November 15, 2026 Learn More Guided Meditation + Sound Bath with Shannon November 14, 2026 Learn More Reiki III November 21, 2026 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Goat Island Greenway 142 8th Ave, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy .7 Miles One Way Riverside Greenway Riverside Dr, Cramerton, NC 28032, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Paved Easy 1.3 Miles One Way Sweet Peace Yoga Studio Sweet Peace Yoga Studio in Cramerton! Sweet Peace Yoga Studio offers a variety of classes including yoga, pilates, and tai chi. The classes are designed to enhance flexibility, strength, and stamina while deepening the connection with vital energy. Additionally, workshops are provided focused on the energy body and self-healing through breathwork, mindfulness, reiki, crystals, and sound therapy. Join Sweet Peace Yoga Studio for physical, emotional, and spiritual growth! MORE IN: Cramerton 01/19 - 01/23 AmberJack Seafood & Steaks 4253 S New Hope Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Fryeday Coffee Roasters 202 Market St. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Sacred Corner Gem Stones and Gift Shop 100 Center St. Learn More

CityCade Arcade and Bar 122 S Oakland St. Gastonia 980-281-2233 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP EVENT DETAILS Every Wednesday Tilt City Pinball League starts at 7 PM All ages league. For more information visit the Tilt City Pinball League Facebook page. Tilt Pinball League EVENT DETAILS Every Thirsty Thursday Trivia, Food, and Beer specials 8pm Trivia Night EVENT DETAILS Come out every Friday to Karaoke in the heart of downtown Gastonia for the best karaoke around! DJ Smirk hosts from 9pm-1am! Music, Games, Food Trucks, Great Drinks and the… Expand + Karaoke Night 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 CityCade Arcade and Bar CityCade is a retro arcade, bar and lounge located in downtown Gastonia. This is a fun arcade and pinball game center and lounge has a bar and also offers a limited menu including hot dogs and other snacks. 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 24, 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 >

Catawba Creek Golf Course 530 Niblick Dr. Gastonia 704-866-6945 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 Catawba Creek Golf Course Formerly known as the Gastonia Municipal Golf Course the Catawba Creek Golf Course includes a par 70, 18-hole course; a driving range; practice putting green; clubhouse with pro shop and snack bar. Cart rentals are available. Rates are competitive with the area. Par 70 18-hole course Driving range Practice putting green Clubhouse with pro shop and snack bar Cart rentals are available 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

Advanced Painting & Drawing Hall of Dinosaurs FIND IT The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd. Gastonia Visit one of the largest dinosaur exhibits in the Carolinas, with 4,200 square feet of real fossils, interactive learning experiences, and full-bodied cast specimens of T. rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, and more. Exhibit Highlights Include: Full-bodied prehistoric skeleton casts Authentic dinosaur fossils, including an Edmontosaurus that displays healed wounds from a T. rex attack Stegasaurus, Triceratops, Apatosaurus , and MANY MORE of your favorite dinosaurs Specimens unique to the Southeast, including Appalachiosaurus , the East Coast T. rex The return of The Schiele’s iconic T. rex in a whole new display LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT Also Worth Seeing Hall of Dinosaurs The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium LEARN MORE The Turnings A Cycle of American Time Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE When Are We US Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE Hoffman's Farm to Friends Gaston County Museum LEARN MORE

December 10, 2026 LEGO® Jr. @ Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 8:50 AM Time: - 9:10 AM 704-868-2164 Join us for LEGO® Jr. @ Main! Little builders can explore creativity, teamwork, and imagination through fun LEGO® activities designed for young learners. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >