December 4, 2026 Deck the Halls Learn More Venue Info Mount Holly Main Street Events Mount Holly, NC, USA Time: - Deck the Hall returns at The Grand Hall in Mount Holly! Celebrate the season with the annual Christmas tree lighting, visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, food trucks, local vendors, live music, and more. This free indoor/outdoor event is perfect for families and friends to enjoy an evening of holiday magic. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Mint5pace 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

July 4, 2027 Tread, White, & Blue 5K Trail Race Learn More Venue Info Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214, USA 7:00 PM Time: - 8:00 PM 704-391-3900 Celebrate Independence Day with the Tread White & Blue 5K Trail Race at the U.S. National Whitewater Center. Lace up for a scenic trail run and enjoy a fun-filled morning of outdoor fitness and patriotic spirit. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Race Day Authentics 500 E Main St. Cherryville 704-472-9900 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP MORE EVENTS TRAILS CLOSE BY: Race Day Authentics Race Day Authentics In Cherryville NC Race Day Authentics in Cherryville, NC, is a haven for NASCAR enthusiasts and collectors, offering a unique and thrilling selection of authentic race memorabilia. This one-of-a-kind store specializes in buying and selling NASCAR race-used sheet metal, pit crew shirts, firesuits, helmets, trophies, and more. Racing fans can immerse themselves in the world of motorsports as they browse through an extensive collection of genuine items from their favorite drivers and teams. With a passion for preserving racing history, Race Day Authentics ensures that each piece carries a rich and storied past, making it a prized possession for collectors and fans alike. Whether you're looking to add to your own NASCAR memorabilia collection or seeking a special gift for a fellow racing enthusiast, Race Day Authentics is the ultimate destination to celebrate the excitement and nostalgia of the track. 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

Gaston College Dallas Campus 201 US-321 Dallas 704-922-6200 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 Gaston College Dallas Campus Located in Dallas, NC, convenient to Gastonia, Lincolnton, and Charlotte. Offering a range of facilities for special events, corporate meetings, or training sessions for businesses, organizations and individuals. The Myers Center Multipurpose Auditorium can be divided into three individual spaces using curtain walls. Other areas available for rent include classrooms, computer labs and the Myers Center Café (kitchen not included). Rental space is also available on our Kimbrell Campus, located in Belmont, NC. • Classrooms – 25-45 seats • Computer labs – 20 workstations • Myers Center boardroom – 20 seats • Myers Center multipurpose auditorium – 700 seats • Myers Center multipurpose rooms A, B & C – • Up to 300 seats ea. • Myers Center Café – 150 seats Rental Spaces Available DALLAS CAMPUS: Classrooms – Training & Meetings Classrooms – seat 25-45 Computer Labs – Computer training with 20 workstations. Conference Rooms – Meetings Myers Center Boardroom – seats 20 (Not available during Board of Trustees functions). Auditorium and Cafe – Training, Meetings & Receptions Myers Center Multipurpose Auditorium – seats 700 maximum (Renter would need to rent any chairs above 440 from an outside party supply vendor.) Myers Center Multipurpose Rooms A, B & C – Rooms A & B seat 250 maximum; Room C seats 300 maximum. Myers Center Café Dining Area – seats 150 (Not available before 3 p.m. during the week. Kitchen area is not available to the public.) 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

November 2, 2026 LEGO® Club @ Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 11:00 AM Time: - 11:45 AM 704-868-2164 Sharpen your creativity, fine motor, and problem solving skills while having fun building with LEGO®! This drop-in program is appropriate for Pre-K through Grade 5. All LEGO® will be provided. https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8654 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

March 14, 2027 Paint Your Own Ceramic Kitty Cat Dish Learn More Venue Info Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe 508 Beaty Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 12:00 PM Time: - 2:00 PM 704-812-8417 Join us for a fun and creative Caturday at Whiskerville! This is going to be a purrfect event for all cat lovers! You will have 1.5 hours of painting your very own ceramic kitty dish in our front room and then finish the evening with 30 minutes playing with the kitties (while your dish dries). < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Orchid Conservatory 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 Wandering Cup Gastonia 121 W Main Ave. Gastonia 704-390-5969 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 The Wandering Cup Gastonia The Wandering Cup expanded to Gastonia in 2024, bringing specialty coffee and community-focused hospitality to the heart of downtown. Located on Main Avenue inside Alchemy Co-working, it offers a welcoming space where guests can slow down, connect, and enjoy thoughtfully crafted beverages made with coffee from Charlotte-based Night Swim Coffee. In addition to its beverage menu, The Wandering Cup serves locally baked pastries from Honeybear Bake Shop and provides a comfortable gathering place for downtown visitors, professionals, students, and coffee lovers alike. Whether stopping in for a quick morning pick-me-up or settling in for an afternoon of work, guests will find the same warm hospitality and commitment to quality that have defined The Wandering Cup since its beginnings in Belmont. 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

November 12, 2026 Library Storytime Learn More Venue Info Mauney Memorial Library 100 S Piedmont Ave, Kings Mountain, NC 28086, USA 5:30 AM Time: - 6:30 AM 704-739-2371 Join us in the library Community Room for stories, songs, and crafts! The program begins with 30 minutes of play, followed by 20 minutes of storytime and songs, and ends with craft time. < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Holiday Inn Express Gastonia 1911 Broadcast St. Gastonia 704-884-3300 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 Holiday Inn Express Gastonia The Holiday Inn Express® Charlotte West - Gastonia is as beautiful as it is convenient. Located just off I-85 and Hwy 321, it is easy to get to Charlotte and downtown Gastonia. Our hotel's business-minded guests love our services: a meeting room is available to host your next seminar with A/V equipment and Business Center. Looking for something fun to do? No worries! Our location means you are near Charlotte and all area attractions. You can go whitewater rafting on the Catawba River, rediscover nature at the Schiele Museum, catch a Grizzlies Game at Sims Park, take a walk to Rankin Lake, thrill to a race at Lowe's Motor Speedway or spend a day at Carowinds Amusement Park. You're sure to have a blast while staying with us! It does not take long to see why guests think we are the best hotel in Gastonia, NC. Our pet-friendly property has a refreshing indoor, heated pool, Fitness Center, free Wi-Fi access and an outdoor gazebo & patio area. We hope to see you soon! 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

May 17, 2027 LEGO® Club @ Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 11:00 AM Time: - 11:45 AM 704-868-2164 Sharpen your creativity, fine motor, and problem solving skills while having fun building with LEGO®! This drop-in program is appropriate for Pre-K through Grade 5. All LEGO® will be provided. https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=8682 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >