Nellies Southern Kitchen 36 N Main St. Belmont 704-396-7169 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP 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 + Nellies Southern Kitchen Nellie’s Southern Kitchen is a charming restaurant located in the heart of historic Belmont, NC. Housed in a beautifully restored building from the early 1900s, this restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoying the rich flavors of Southern cuisine. Inspired by the legacy of Nellie Jonas, the great-grandmother of the Jonas Brothers, our menu features timeless Southern favorites made with love and care. Founded by Kevin Jonas Sr. and his wife Denise, Nellie’s Southern Kitchen is more than just a restaurant—it’s a heartfelt tribute to the Belmont community and the Jonas family’s culinary heritage. Nellie Jonas’s passion for Southern cooking lives on in dishes like fried chicken, shrimp and grits, and banana pudding, prepared with recipes and techniques that have been passed down through generations. Why Visit Nellie’s Southern Kitchen in Belmont? Located in a historic building in downtown Belmont, it exudes authentic Southern charm. A menu inspired by family recipes, featuring classic Southern dishes with a modern twist. Family-owned and deeply connected to the Belmont community. Perfect for family gatherings, date nights, or casual meals with friends. Live music and entertainment are also part of the experience they also offer a rooftop bar. Signature Dishes: Southern Fried Chicken Shrimp and Grits Banana Pudding Homemade Biscuits Nellie’s Southern Kitchen is a Jonas family-owned restaurant that pays tribute to the idea of family heritage. Executive Chef Ben Sholiton developed the Southern-inspired menu featuring Jonas' family recipes. 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

Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain in Gaston County, North Carolina Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain < Previous ALL TRAILS Next > This loop trail connects with a portion of the Turnback Trail and follows a creek for some portions of the trail. Location 522 Park Office Ln. 0.80 miles loop Easy Best Use Surface Distance Difficulty Natural Surface Walking, Hiking Kings Mountain 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 Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop This loop trail connects with a portion of the Turnback Trail and follows a creek for some portions of the trail. LEARN MORE Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop This loop trail connects with a portion of the Turnback Trail and follows a creek for some portions of the trail. LEARN MORE Fern Trail at Crowders Mountain Natural Surface Easy 0.80 miles loop This loop trail connects with a portion of the Turnback Trail and follows a creek for some portions of the trail. LEARN MORE

October 16, 2026 Scaryville Learn More Venue Info Cherryville's Gazebo Mini-Park 220 E Main St, Cherryville, NC 28021, USA 1:00 PM Time: - 5:00 PM Join us for a night of frights and culinary delights at Scary-Ville, where Main Street transforms into the ultimate Halloween destination! Here’s what’s waiting for you: Frightfully Fabulous Costume Contest – dress to impress (and spook)! Ghostly Hayrides – hop on if you dare… Boo’s & Brews Beer Garden – sip something spooky. Pumpkin Patch Play Land – fall fun for the little ones. Rock the night away with Outrun The Weekend Don’t forget to stop in and shop with our downtown merchants for even more treats! Downtown Cherryville – You don’t want to miss Scary-Ville 2026! < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >

Enzo's Pizza 117 N Myrtle School Rd. Gastonia 704-923-2315 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 Enzo's Pizza Enzo’s Pizza in Gastonia, North Carolina, is a local favorite known for its delicious, made-from-scratch pizzas crafted with fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. The restaurant offers a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere where guests can enjoy a wide selection of pizzas, pasta dishes, subs, and salads. Whether dining in, ordering takeout, or grabbing a quick lunch, Enzo’s Pizza delivers great taste and hometown hospitality in every bite. 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

Crowders Mountain Trail in Gaston County, North Carolina Crowders Mountain Trail < Previous ALL TRAILS Next > Crowders Mountain, at an elevation of 1,625 feet, is a registered natural heritage area. Carolina Thread Trail follows the Crowders Mountain Trail to the Ridgeline Trail for a 10.5-mile hike. The Crowders Mountain Trail, a 2.5-mile trail, starts at the Linwood Road Access to the Sparrow Springs Access. Each access offers restrooms and parking. The trail wanders through the natural habitat of numerous plants and wildlife. Location 522 Park Office Ln. 2.5 miles, One Way Moderate Best Use Surface Distance Difficulty Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel Hiking Kings Mountain Button Button Kings Mountain Kings Mountain is home to comfortable climates, top-notch educational institutions, healthcare facilities, recreational opportunities and friendly people. Whether you are interested in outdoor recreation, the arts, dining and shopping, business and industry, education or healthcare, we have it all right here in Kings Mountain. Special events provide Kings Mountain residents and visitors with year-round family-style entertainment, by producing and promoting free festivals and city-wide holiday celebrations. Hike These Trails Located Close By Crowders Mountain Trail Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel Moderate 2.5 miles, One Way The Crowders Trail is part of the trail system at Crowders Mountain State Park and runs 2.5 miles through this popular park. LEARN MORE Crowders Mountain Trail Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel Moderate 2.5 miles, One Way The Crowders Trail is part of the trail system at Crowders Mountain State Park and runs 2.5 miles through this popular park. LEARN MORE Crowders Mountain Trail Natural Surface, Boardwalk, Gravel Moderate 2.5 miles, One Way The Crowders Trail is part of the trail system at Crowders Mountain State Park and runs 2.5 miles through this popular park. LEARN MORE

Kaleidoscope Play & Learn 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

March 9, 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 27, 2026 Did an Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs? Learn More Venue Info The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 9:30 AM Time: - 10:15 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 >

Kings Mountain Historical Museum 100 E Mountain St. Kings Mountain 704-739-1019 Learn More ABOUT EXPLORE EVENTS TRAILS MAP Christmas on Piedmont Ave December 12, 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 Kings Mountain Historical Museum Begun by a collecting group of dedicated citizens, our museum found a home in Kings Mountain’s old post office. Today our collection includes a wide range of archives and objects related to our city and the people who have called it home. With changing exhibits, there is always something new to see, and special events often mean opening up our two historic houses behind the Post Office. We are dedicated to providing free access to this city’s unique history. 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

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Belmont 1 Caldwell Dr. Mount Holly 704-317-2777 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 Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Belmont Our brand new, state of the art property is conveniently located right off of Interstate 85! You can feel right at home with the small town feel of Belmont, but still enjoy the fast pace of the big city, just minutes from our front door! The Gastonia Community attracts businesses and industries looking to locate or expand, and area businesses include Duke Energy Training Center, Daimler Trucks North America, Georgia Pacific, Pharr Yarns, Wix Filtration, Eaton, and CaroMont Health! Our hotel is great for business groups with our complimentary breakfast, fitness center, and ample meeting space! Come with your family to the US National White Water Center, Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens, McAdenville - Christmastown USA, Belmont Abbey College, Charlotte Premium Outlets, and Carowinds! With tons to do and see, Belmont is truly the best place to be! • 2 Meeting rooms • Total event space – 1,120 sq. ft. • Capacity of largest space – 100 guests 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

January 6, 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 >

December 8, 2026 Pokémon Club For Tweens @ Main Learn More Venue Info Gaston County Library Main Branch 1555 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 11:00 AM Time: - 12:00 PM 704-868-2164 Play, create, and explore the world of Pokémon with us! https://gastonlibrary.org/calendar.aspx?EID=9202 < PREVIOUS CALENDAR NEXT >