November 14, 2026 Great American Campout Learn More Venue Info Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 8:00 AM 704-825-4490 Saturday, November 14 | The Gardens at Stowe | Pricing Varies Check in: Saturday between 12-2 p.m. Check out: Sunday by 10 a.m. Experience an exclusive overnight campout inside The Gardens at Stowe. Enjoy group activities or spend your time exploring the Gardens after hours at your own pace. This is the perfect opportunity for beginners to get guided camping experience while surrounded by the beauty of nature! A pizza dinner and light breakfast are included. No outside for or alcohol allowed. Participants can register as an individual or group of four. Bring your own tent. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

December 13, 2026 Craft Book Club: December Learn More Venue Info Belmont Bookshop 7 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 10:00 AM Time: - 11:30 AM 704-461-8060 Craft Book Club is a quarterly gathering for readers who love stories and creativity. We explore engaging fiction across a variety of genres, then dive into a themed craft inspired by the book’s setting, characters, or atmosphere. Each book club meeting includes the book and all craft materials in the ticket price. All you have to do is bring your imagination and enjoy a cozy, hands-on literary experience.  Join us and turn great stories into memorable keepsakes — one craft, one book, one cozy gathering at a time!December's Gathering:Book: Midnight in Everwood by M. A. KuzniarCraft: Nutcracker PaintingMarietta Stelle longs to be a ballerina but, as Christmas draws nearer, her dancing days are numbered - she must marry and take up her place in society in the New Year.   < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 27, 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 >

Loray Mill 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

The Lodge Tavern & Tap 101 Kenwood St. Belmont 704-461-8044 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Halloween October 31, 2026 Learn More Easter April 5, 2027 Learn More Memorial Day May 25, 2027 Learn More Mardi Gras February 17, 2027 Learn More Mother's Day May 10, 2027 Learn More MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Duke Kimbrell Trail Seven Oaks Trail - New Hope Trailhead, 6900 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA Type: Difficulty: Length: Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and… Expand + The Lodge Tavern & Tap Nestled within the heart of Belmont, North Carolina, The Lodge Tavern & Tap emerges as a culinary gem that marries rustic charm with a gourmet dining experience. With an eclectic menu that pays homage to the art of feasting, The Lodge beckons patrons with a tantalizing array of culinary delights. From hearty burgers to succulent steaks and refreshing salads, the menu caters to a diverse range of palates, ensuring that every guest's craving is met with satisfaction. The true essence of The Lodge's culinary prowess lies in its reputation for wild game offerings, where dishes featuring venison, duck, and bison take center stage. This commitment to unique and adventurous flavors sets The Lodge apart, captivating food enthusiasts seeking to expand their gastronomic horizons. With its inviting ambiance and a focus on delivering an exceptional dining experience, The Lodge Tavern & Tap remains a coveted destination for both local residents and visitors, who share in the delight of savoring delectable creations in Belmont's charming backdrop. MORE IN: Belmont 01/19 - 01/23 Barefoot Oasis at Camelot Meadows Armstrong Rd. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 The Wilson House N. Central Ave. Learn More 01/19 - 01/23 Catawba River Antique Mall 406 Catawba St. Learn More

December 2, 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 >

November 27, 2026 Black Friday Vendor Market Learn More Venue Info Traust Brewing 128 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120, USA 7:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 833-566-5563 🖤 Black Friday Market at Traust Brewing 🖤Skip the big-box chaos and shop small this Black Friday at Traust Brewing!📅 Friday, November 27 ⏰ 12–5 PM 📍 Traust Brewing | Mount Holly, NCSpend the afternoon browsing a curated mix of local makers, artists, small businesses, and vendors while enjoying great beer, bold pub fare, and a relaxed holiday atmosphere.🎁 Shop unique gifts and handmade goods 🛍 Support local small businesses 🍺 Sip a Traust beer while you browse 🍔 Grab lunch or a snack from the Traust kitchen 🎄 Knock out some holiday shopping without the mall crowdsBring your friends, grab a pint, and make Traust part of your Black Friday tradition. FREE to attend • All ages welcome < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

November 30, 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 >

Gaston County Composite HEADQUARTERS Gaston County Composite Gaston County KSO729@msn.com KSO729@msn.com Learn More Gaston County Composite Gaston County Composite is a youth mountain biking team serving students in fifth through 12th grade throughout Gaston County and the greater Charlotte region. As part of the North Carolina Interscholastic Cycling League (NICA), the team welcomes riders of all experience levels and provides opportunities to build confidence, develop cycling skills, explore local trails, and connect with a supportive outdoor community. Through coaching, group rides, trail stewardship, and competition, Gaston County Composite helps grow the next generation of mountain bikers in North Carolina. More Affiliates To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key.

October 24, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Soccer at Converse Learn More Venue Info Belmont Abbey Athletics Belmont, NC, USA 9:00 AM Time: - 11:00 AM 704-461-6693 Belmont Abbey College's women's soccer team will compete against Converse, while the women’s volleyball team is set to face King. Both events will be streamed live, with links available for viewing: soccer at [Converse](https://conferencecarolinasdn.com/converse/) and volleyball at [King](https://conferencecarolinasdn.com/king/). < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

October 15, 2026 Village Market Learn More Venue Info Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 11:00 AM Time: - 1:00 PM 704-825-4490 Thursday, October 15 | 4-6 p.m. | Farmhouse Courtyard | Free! Join us at the Village Market—where fresh produce, local makers and community spirit come together. Stroll through a vibrant collection of seasonal produce, handcrafted goods and thoughtfully prepared foods, all sourced from local farmers and artisans and enjoy live music! Each visit offers something new, from just-picked fruits and vegetables to small-batch baked goods, flowers and specialty items you won’t find anywhere else. No pre-registration or payment required; stop by the Farmhouse Courtyard between 4-6 p.m.! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Southern Artisan Spirits 1033 York Rd. Kings Mountain 704-297-0191 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 Southern Artisan Spirits Located in Kings Mountain, Southern Artisan Spirits is dedicated to the revitalization of the lost art of craft distillation. , with a gorgeous view of the surrounding landscape. The distillery offers a warm, welcoming environment where visitors can enjoy a distinctive array of craft spirits. The addition of Southern Artisan Spirits is a welcome expansion to the trail, offering unique beverages alongside a picturesque setting overlooking Kings Mountain. 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