In Gaston County we pack the house as spectators roar with cheers for their team and favorite athletes. Check out professional baseball in Gastonia, college sports at Gaston College and Belmont Abbey College and dirt track racing at Carolina Speedway. BIG ON SPORTS In Gaston County we pack the house as spectators roar with cheers for their team and favorite athletes. The Action Track Professional Sports In Gaston County, we pack the house as spectators roar with cheers for their team. Gastonia Ghost Peppers Belmont Abbey College Athletics Go Crusaders Gaston College Athletics Go Rhinos ROOT FOR THE HOME TEAM March 2, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Basketball vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Second Round Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS March 2, 2026 GASTONIA SESSION EVENT DETAILS March 3, 2026 Camp Day Sessions Whitewater Center EVENT DETAILS March 3, 2026 INDIAN TRAIL SESSION EVENT DETAILS View More SPORTS STORIES 1 2 3 4 AFTER THE GAME Be sure to check out these must see attractions in Gaston County. DANIEL STOWE BOTANICAL GARDEN LEARN MORE SCHIELE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY LEARN MORE CROWDERS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK LEARN MORE US NATIONAL WHITEWATER CENTER LEARN MORE

Check out these establishments, bars, pubs, wineries and night life located in Gaston County. Keep an eye on this calendar for all the fun events taking place in bars, pubs and night life establishments in Gaston County. BARS, PUBS & NIGHTLIFE DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS SPECIAL EVENTS RIDGELINE CRAFT BEVERAGE TRAIL Special Events SPECIAL EVENTS July 4, 2026 Town Of Dallas 4th of July Celebration Cloninger Park EVENT DETAILS July 4, 2026 Town Of Dallas 4th of July Celebration Cloninger Park EVENT DETAILS July 4, 2026 Town Of Dallas 4th of July Celebration Cloninger Park EVENT DETAILS July 4, 2026 Town Of Dallas 4th of July Celebration Cloninger Park EVENT DETAILS View More Bars BARS, PUBS & NIGHT LIFE Aura Cocktail Lounge 182 W. Main Ave LEARN MORE Gastonia The Social House by Royal T 212 South Railroad Ave. LEARN MORE Kings Mountain Dallas Tavern & Taphouse 130 West Trade St. LEARN MORE Dallas The Cherry Pit 201 N Mountain St LEARN MORE Cherryville Papa's & Beer 3150 Dallas High Shoals LEARN MORE Dallas Southern Artisan Spirits 1033 York Rd LEARN MORE Kings Mountain Bourbon Barrel Saloon 100 East Church Street LEARN MORE Cherryville Crave Hot Dog and BBQ 218 S. Railroad Avenue LEARN MORE Kings Mountain The Holland 100 N Main St. LEARN MORE Mt Holly BC Battery Lounge 115 E Virginia Ave LEARN MORE Bessemer City Durty Bull Brewery 126 S Trenton St, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA LEARN MORE Gastonia Five Spur Steakhouse 115 N Main Street LEARN MORE Cherryville View More

The city of Bessemer City is in Gaston County, North Carolina. It is a great place to visit with things to do and places to stay. BESSEMER CITY GREAT STORIES SPECIAL EVENTS TRAILS EXPLORE BESSEMER CITY Discover the alluring charm of Bessemer City, North Carolina—a hidden gem that seamlessly combines a welcoming small-town ambiance and authentic charm. Bessemer City is a delightful escape. Just a stone's throw from Charlotte, this unassuming yet captivating destination invites you to uncover its treasures and create unforgettable memories. Anchor 1 GREAT STORIES 1 2 3 4 5 Anchor 2 EVENTS Coffee & Coloring April 13, 2026 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga April 14, 2026 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS April 17th Concert and Cruise In April 17, 2026 Centennial Park EVENT DETAILS Flower Bingo April 21, 2026 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS Community Cookbook Class April 25, 2026 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga April 28, 2026 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS Ladies Game Night April 28, 2026 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS Veteran's Lunch May 4, 2026 Allan Farris Community Center EVENT DETAILS Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga May 5, 2026 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS 38th Annual Down Home Festival May 7, 2026 EVENT DETAILS Men's Breakfast May 8, 2026 Allan Farris Community Center EVENT DETAILS Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga May 12, 2026 Allan Farris Community Center EVENT DETAILS Senior Bingo May 18, 2026 Allan Farris Community Center EVENT DETAILS Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga May 19, 2026 Allan Farris Community Center EVENT DETAILS Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga May 26, 2026 Allan Farris Community Center EVENT DETAILS Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga June 9, 2026 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS June 26th Concert and Fireworks Show June 26, 2026 Centennial Park EVENT DETAILS Senior Bingo January 1, 2027 Allan Farris Community Center EVENT DETAILS Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga January 1, 2027 Kiser Senior Center EVENT DETAILS LOAD MORE Anchor 3 TRAILS EXPLORE BESSEMER CITY Accommodations Family Library Park Playground Pool Spectator Sports Splash Pad Trails Tex-Mex of BC A mix of fresh and flavorful American and Mexican Dishes! 128 W. Virginia Ave. EXPLORE Wicked Waffle Dessert 130 W Virginia Ave. EXPLORE Allan Farris Community Center Museum 220 South 14th street EXPLORE 8 Fifteen Restaurant & Bar 815 Bessemer City Rd. EXPLORE BC Battery Lounge Bar and Lounge 115 E Virginia Ave EXPLORE Prices Arena Rodeo 4852 Dallas-Cherryville Hwy. EXPLORE Tryon Park Gaston County Park 2851 Tryon Courthouse Rd. EXPLORE Kiser Senior Center Senior Center 123 W Pennsylvania Ave. EXPLORE LOAD MORE Anchor 4

Discover McAdenville, North Carolina, in Gaston County, North Carolina showcasing a list of things to do, places to go, festivals, and events. Plan your visit to explore to McAdenville today. MCADENVILLE EXPLORE GREAT STORIES SPECIAL EVENTS TRAILS MCADENVILLE McAdenville is a place where history lives and the present thrives with dedication to character and inspired living. Given a heritage built through the willpower of hard working people, leadership of corporate stewards and a caring community; the town is a step back in time and into the future where traditions are coveted and progress is welcomed. Anchor 1 GREAT STORIES 1 2 3 4 5 Anchor 2 EVENTS May 2, 2026 Riverfest River Room EVENT DETAILS May 2, 2026 RiverFest Floating Concert EVENT DETAILS May 5, 2026 Cinco De Mayo Terra Mia EVENT DETAILS May 10, 2026 Mother's Day Terra Mia EVENT DETAILS June 4, 2026 National Cheese Day Terra Mia EVENT DETAILS June 14, 2026 National Bourbon Day Terra Mia EVENT DETAILS June 21, 2026 Father's Day Terra Mia EVENT DETAILS LOAD MORE Anchor 3 TRAILS McAdenville Greenway Park Paved Easy 0.8 miles, One Way The McAdenville Greenway is a .8 mile paved trail that follows the banks of the South Fork of the Catawba River from downtown McAdenville to Lakeview Drive in McAdenville. Near the trailhead users will find a kayak launch, outdoor fitness area, and a sidewalk connecting to downtown McAdenville. The trail offers beautiful views of not only the South Fork River, but also numerous natural wetlands. EXPLORE Pharr Yarns Family Trail Natural Surface Moderate 2.4 Miles One Way The Pharr Yarns Family Trail, formerly known as the South Fork Trail, is a 2.4 mile mixed surface trail which includes natural, gravel, and paved surfaces. The trail follows the bank of the South Fork of the Catawba River and connects the quaint towns of McAdenville and Lowell. This is an out-and-back trail, totaling 4.8 miles round trip if you start from the McAdenville Greenway Park parking area. There are two parking areas for the trail. The McAdenville Greenway Park parking area or at the Catawba Riverkeeper Boathouse. If you park at the Catawba Riverkeeper Boathouse and head north towards Lowell then the trail is 2 miles long one way. The crushed gravel and concrete surface portion (.4 miles one way) of the trail starts on a sidewalk from the McAdenville Greenway Park then leads you to the Catawba Riverkeeper Boathouse. From the Boathouse the trail is natural surface and travels underneath the I-85 bridge and quickly meanders through a quiet section of woods along the river. The trail ends at the cul-de-sac of the Riverview residential neighborhood in Lowell, NC. While no parking is available at this end of the trail, there is pedestrian access for neighborhood residents. EXPLORE EXPLORE MCADENVILLE Family Paddle Park Shopping Trails Bonico Gift Shop 121 Main Street EXPLORE La Delizia Italian Market Italian Market 129 Main St. EXPLORE Life is Sweet Candy Store Candy Store 109 Main Street EXPLORE Revolver Records Vinyl Record Store 109 Main St. EXPLORE River Room Event Space 102 Main St. EXPLORE 115 Craft Beer bottleshop and tap room 115 Main St. EXPLORE Terra Mia Italian Restaurant 129 1/2 Main St. EXPLORE Spruced Goose Sandwiches and coffee 118 Wesleyan Dr. EXPLORE LOAD MORE Anchor 4

Fall travel to Gaston Coutny. Discover ways to get outside, explore and enjoy the outdoors.. FALL Come spend the weekend with us! GET OUTDOORS Fall colors just makes people want to get out and explore! Get outside and enjoy our fall color by hiking biking and paddling. GET OUTDOORS With the help of the Carolina Thread Trail, Gaston County offers more than 25 miles of trails incorporating sidewalks, natural-surface and paved trails, giving our visitors a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy nature. EXPLORE OUR TRAILS DISCOVER GASTON Spark a New Connection on this Couples Getaway in Gaston County Melissa McCauley Jan 4 Harvest the Fun in Gaston County This Fall Kayla Adams Nov 1, 2025 The Taste of Fall is Found in the Local Pubs and Bars of Gaston County Kayla Adams Oct 29, 2025 8 Unique Ways to Celebrate Fall in Gaston County Kayla Adams Oct 29, 2025 Halloween Inspired Events in Gaston County 2025 Kayla Adams Sep 23, 2025 Autumn Delights in Gaston County: Sip and Savor Pumpkin Flavors at Charming Local Coffee Shops Kayla Adams Sep 15, 2025 FALL EVENTS LOAD MORE

Discover Stanley, North Carolina, in Gaston County, North Carolina showcasing a list of things to do, places to go, festivals, and events. Plan your visit to explore to Stanley today. STANLEY STORIES EVENTS TRAILS EXPLORE STANLEY Welcome to Stanley, a charming small town in the heart of Gaston County. Embracing both residents and visitors with open arms, Stanley boasts a warm and inviting community atmosphere. Whether your interests lie in exploring Harper Park or joining the excitement of Bingo Night, the town offers a plethora of experiences to delight in. Anchor 1 GREAT STORIES 1 2 3 Anchor 2 EVENTS LOAD MORE Anchor 3 TRAILS Demonstration Trail Natural Surface Easy .25 Mile The Demonstration Trail at Mountain Island Educational Forest features forest firefighting equipment and connect directly to the picnic shelter. EXPLORE Harvest Hill Trail Natural Surface Easy .75 Mile The Harvest Hill Trail at Mountain Island Educational Forest features a previously harvested pine stand and see how forests naturally regenerate. EXPLORE Talking Tree Trail Natural Surface Easy .85 Mile The Talking Tree Trail at Mountain Island Educational Forest features audio stations where “trees” share stories about their life in the forest. EXPLORE Loblolly Loop Trail Natural Surface Easy 1.35 mile loop Loblolly Loop Trail at Mountain Island Educational Forest is a 1.35 mile loop. EXPLORE Trails at Harpers Park Walking Easy Track and nature trail EXPLORE EXPLORE STANLEY Family History Library Museum Park Playground Shopping Splash Pad Trails LOAD MORE Anchor 4 Sweet Shananigans Dessert Shop 116 South Main Street EXPLORE Stanley Kitchen Family Restaurant 106 Mariposa Rd EXPLORE 105 Main Florist Florist and Home Decor 105 S Main St EXPLORE Stanley Hardware Hardware Store 100 N Main St EXPLORE Petes Grill Restaurant 124 N Main St EXPLORE Pops Country Skillet breakfast Restaurant 119 N Main St EXPLORE Hello Cricket Shopping Home Decor 114 S Main St EXPLORE Main Street Social Coffee Shop 118 South Main St. EXPLORE

Gaston County Tourism, works to unite our businesses with visitors. We invite people from all backgrounds to explore and enjoy our growing cultural diversity. MULTICULTURAL EXPERIENCES Gaston County Tourism, works to unite our businesses with visitors. We invite people from all backgrounds to explore and enjoy our growing cultural diversity. UPCOMING EVENTS Gaston Max Rotary Pavilion March 28, 2026 EVENT DETAILS Bavarian Festival McGill YMCA December 12, 2026 EVENT DETAILS Bavarian Festival McGill YMCA December 12, 2026 EVENT DETAILS View More Our partners in a mission towards diversity and inclusion To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. MUST SEE Be sure to check out these must see attractions in Gaston County. DANIEL STOWE BOTANICAL GARDEN LEARN MORE SCHIELE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY LEARN MORE CROWDERS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK LEARN MORE US NATIONAL WHITEWATER CENTER LEARN MORE

Visit the farms in Gaston County all year long! In spring, step into a strawberry patch. Come summertime, look for vine-ripened tomatoes, homemade salsa, squash and blueberries. Fall is a fun season as pumpkins and corn maizes. SEE WHAT'S GROWING VISIT THE FARMS IN GASTON COUNTY In spring, step into a strawberry patch and pick ripe, juicy berries. Come summertime, look for vine-ripened tomatoes, homemade salsa, squash and blueberries. Fall is a fun season as pumpkins turn bright orange and farmers gather the last produce before frost. For an extra treat, find a farm that offers hayrides and corn mazes. OUR FARMS & FARMERS MARKETS Carolina Lavender & Eucalyptus Farm 188 Meek Road Gastonia LEARN MORE Sandcastle Farm 147 Sandcastle Rd. Dallas LEARN MORE Cherryville Farmers Market 220 East Main Street Cherryville LEARN MORE Kings Mountain Farmers Market 313 S. Battleground Ave. Kings Mountain LEARN MORE Linebergers Berry Hill Farm 2400 Hudson Poultry Rd. LEARN MORE Belmont Farmers Market 24 South Main St. Belmont LEARN MORE Shining Hope Farms 328 Whippoorwill Ln. Mt Holly LEARN MORE Rock Haven Farms 3346 Tryon Courthouse Rd. Cherryville LEARN MORE Lineberger Farm 906 Dallas-Stanley Hwy. Dallas LEARN MORE Mount Holly Farmers Market 226 South Main St. Mt Holly LEARN MORE Schiele Museum 1500 East Garrison Blvd. Gastonia LEARN MORE Bit of Hope Ranch 5001 CR Wood Rd. Gastonia LEARN MORE Dallas Lavender Lane 937 Old Willis School Rd. Dallas LEARN MORE Gastonia Farmers Market 410 East Long Ave. Gastonia LEARN MORE MUST SEE Be sure to check out these must see attractions in Gaston County. DANIEL STOWE BOTANICAL GARDEN LEARN MORE SCHIELE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY LEARN MORE CROWDERS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK LEARN MORE US NATIONAL WHITEWATER CENTER LEARN MORE DISCOVER GASTON Harvest the Fun in Gaston County This Fall Kayla Adams Nov 1, 2025 Get Ready for Cotton Ginning Days: A Celebration of History and Community in Dallas, NC Kayla Adams Aug 26, 2025 Happy National Farmers Market Week Gaston County Tourism Jul 27, 2025

The city of Dallas is in Gaston County, North Carolina. It is a great place to visit with things to do and places to stay. DALLAS GREAT STORIES SPECIAL EVENTS TRAILS EXPLORE DALLAS Downtown Historic Dallas is located in the center of Gaston County and north of I-85 off of Hwy 321. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and was originally listed as the County seat. Much of the history and still be found on the streets offering visitors many things to do. Dallas features the Old Gaston County Courthouse, the Gaston County Museum, the Old Jail, and other buildings surrounding the court square. Anchor 1 GREAT STORIES 1 2 3 4 5 Anchor 2 EVENTS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. April 16, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program April 16, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done April 23, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS PITCH. HIT. RUN. April 23, 2026 Dallas Park EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg April 28, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg April 28, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Extension Master Gardener Plant Sale May 2, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Storytime with the Museum May 6, 2026 Gaston County Museum EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg May 7, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston College Small Business Center presents PITCH FOWARD 2026 May 7, 2026 Gaston College Small Business Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg May 7, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Dallas lavender farm Hippie Daze festival May 9, 2026 Dallas Lavender Lane EVENT DETAILS Household Hazardous Waste Collection May 16, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. May 21, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program May 21, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg May 26, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg May 26, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done May 28, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Storytime with the Museum June 3, 2026 Gaston County Museum EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg June 4, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg June 4, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program June 18, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. June 18, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg June 23, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg June 23, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done June 25, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg July 2, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg July 2, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Town Of Dallas 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026 Cloninger Park EVENT DETAILS Catfish Tournament July 11, 2026 Dallas Park EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. July 16, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program July 16, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg July 28, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg July 28, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg August 6, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg August 6, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. August 20, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program August 20, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program August 20, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg August 25, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg August 25, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done August 27, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg September 3, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg September 3, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Household Hazardous Waste Collection September 12, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. September 17, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program September 17, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg September 22, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg September 22, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done September 24, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Farm Field Days September 29, 2026 Lineberger Farm EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg October 1, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg October 1, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS 39th Annual Cotton Ginning Days Festival October 9, 2026 Dallas Park EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program October 15, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. October 15, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done October 22, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg October 27, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg October 27, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg November 5, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg November 5, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Household Hazardous Waste Collection November 14, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. November 19, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program November 19, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg November 24, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg November 24, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done November 26, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg December 3, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg December 3, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. December 17, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program December 17, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg December 22, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg December 22, 2026 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done December 24, 2026 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg January 7, 2027 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program January 21, 2027 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. mtg January 26, 2027 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done January 28, 2027 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program February 18, 2027 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Master Gardener Group of Gaston Co. Monthly Education Program February 18, 2027 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Gaston Co. Bee Keepers Assoc. Mtg February 23, 2027 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done February 25, 2027 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS ECA Monthly Club Mtg March 4, 2027 GC CoOp EVENT DETAILS Work on Your P.H.D - Projects Half Done March 26, 2027 Gaston County Cooperative Center EVENT DETAILS LOAD MORE Anchor 3 TRAILS Walking Track at Jaggers Park Paved Easy EXPLORE Track at Cloniger Park Walking Easy .2 Miles EXPLORE Walking Track at Dallas Park Walking Easy 1 Mile EXPLORE EXPLORE DALLAS Accommodations Family Farm History Library Museum Park Playground Shopping Spectator Sports Splash Pad Trails Papa's & Beer Authentic Mexican Grill 3150 Dallas High Shoals EXPLORE Riverside Fish House Restaurant 1341 Dallas Stanley Highway EXPLORE Cabin at Sandcastle Farm Vacation Rental 147 Sandcastle Rd EXPLORE Gaston College Small Business Center Gaston College 600 Rhodes Perimeter Dr. EXPLORE The Traveling Sip Cafe Coffee Shop 132 N Gaston Street EXPLORE Dallas Tavern & Taphouse Restaurant and Bar 130 West Trade St. EXPLORE Sandcastle Farm Venue 147 Sandcastle Rd. 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Discover Belmont, North Carolina, in Gaston County, North Carolina showcasing a list of things to do, places to go, festivals, and events. Plan your visit to explore to Belmont today. BELMONT EXPLORE GREAT STORIES SPECIAL EVENTS TRAILS BELMONT Visitors to Gaston County in North Carolina will find the town of Belmont located just south of I-85 at exit 27 . The downtown is located just off of the Catawba River and is the closest town in the county to Charlotte, NC. DOWNTOWN BELMONT EXPLORE With so many things to explore, the FREE Belmont GO app has maps, guides, and tours of downtown Belmont. Or, visit the digital kiosks while visiting downtown Belmont. DOWNTOWN BELMONT APP Anchor 1 GREAT STORIES 1 2 3 4 5 Anchor 2 EVENTS April 12, 2026 Open Studio Little Bit of Art EVENT DETAILS April 12, 2026 2026 Farmers Market Belmont Farmers Market EVENT DETAILS April 12, 2026 Gentle Yoga with Kitties Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe EVENT DETAILS April 12, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Golf at Conference Carolinas Championship Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 12, 2026 2026 Farmers Market Stowe Park EVENT DETAILS April 12, 2026 Free Guided Docent Tour Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 13, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Golf at Conference Carolinas Championship Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 13, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Tennis vs Gardner-Webb Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 13, 2026 Pottery Course (All Experience Levels) Little Bit of Art EVENT DETAILS April 13, 2026 Listen & Move @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 14, 2026 Book Launch with Rebecca Kenney Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 14, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Developmental Softball vs Florence-Darlington Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 14, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Golf at Conference Carolinas Championship Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 14, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Tennis vs Averett Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 14, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Baseball vs Lenoir-Rhyne Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 14, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Tennis vs Averett Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 15, 2026 Open Studio Little Bit of Art EVENT DETAILS April 15, 2026 Pickin' on the Porch Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 15, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Volleyball vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Quarterfinals Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 15, 2026 Free Active Older Adults Bingo for a Benefit McGill YMCA EVENT DETAILS April 15, 2026 Preschool Story Time @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 15, 2026 Pastel Posy Arrangement Class EVENT DETAILS April 16, 2026 Toddler Time @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 16, 2026 Essential Oil Class with Lady Alarah Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe EVENT DETAILS April 16, 2026 Leaves of Literature Book Club Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 16, 2026 Board Game Night Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Holy Angels Spring Plant Sale EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Dance Showcase 2026 Haid Theater EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Learning for Littles Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Birding Walks Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Home Barista Workshop The Wandering Cup Belmont EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Stand Up Comedy Show Primal Brewery EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Perfect Pairing Book Club: April Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Space Explorerers Parents' Night Out McGill YMCA EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Baseball vs Young Harris Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Softball vs Emmanuel Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Tennis vs Young Harris Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 17, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Tennis vs Young Harris Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Cars + Coffee Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Track and Field at Winthrop Invitational and Multi Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Story Time with Kimberly Wilson Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Spring Volunteer Social Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Volleyball vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Semifinals Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Dark Belmont Walking Tours Dark Belmont EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Movies In The Park Stowe Park EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Spring Vino in the Village Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Succulent Terrarium Workshop Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Dance Showcase 2026 Haid Theater EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Guided Docent Tours Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Pickin' on the Porch Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Developmental Softball vs Surry Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 18, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Baseball vs Young Harris Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 19, 2026 Free Guided Docent Tours Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 19, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Volleyball vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Final Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 19, 2026 2026 Farmers Market Belmont Farmers Market EVENT DETAILS April 19, 2026 Earth Day Celebration Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe EVENT DETAILS April 19, 2026 Coffee + Crafts: Fairy House Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 19, 2026 Dance Showcase 2026 Haid Theater EVENT DETAILS April 20, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Women's Lacrosse vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Quarterfinals Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 20, 2026 Book Launch with Ashley Manley Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 20, 2026 Listen & Move @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 21, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Men's Lacrosse vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Quarterfinals Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 21, 2026 Beginners Embroidery Heart EVENT DETAILS April 21, 2026 April Blind Date Book Club (#1, #2, #3) Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 22, 2026 Open Studio Little Bit of Art EVENT DETAILS April 22, 2026 Preschool Story Time @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 22, 2026 Pickin' on the Porch Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 22, 2026 Homeschool Day: Earth Day Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 22, 2026 April Blind Date Book Club (#4, #5, #6) Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 23, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Softball vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 23, 2026 Poetry Night & Open Mic Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 23, 2026 Free Nature Photography Walk Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 23, 2026 Common Threads @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 23, 2026 Toddler Time @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 24, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Softball vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 24, 2026 Dark Belmont Walking Tours Dark Belmont EVENT DETAILS April 24, 2026 Belmont Sip & Speak Poetry Crawl Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 24, 2026 2026 Sip & Speak Stowe Park EVENT DETAILS April 25, 2026 Learning for Littles Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 25, 2026 Pickin' on the Porch Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 25, 2026 Garibaldi Festival Stowe Park EVENT DETAILS April 25, 2026 In Person: Michelle Collins Anderson Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 25, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Softball vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 25, 2026 Guided Docent Tours Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 25, 2026 Learning for Littles Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 26, 2026 2026 Farmers Market Belmont Farmers Market EVENT DETAILS April 26, 2026 Community Spring Market - Kitty Cats, Tats, Art, and more!! Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe EVENT DETAILS April 26, 2026 Free Guided Docent Tour Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 26, 2026 Grave Tales Horror Book Club Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 26, 2026 Belmont Abbey College Softball vs Conference Carolinas Tournament Belmont Abbey Athletics EVENT DETAILS April 26, 2026 The tour itself is free, though non-members must purchase Garden admission to enter. Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 27, 2026 Listen & Move @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 28, 2026 Wooden Flower Display EVENT DETAILS April 28, 2026 Morbidly Curious Book Club Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 28, 2026 Hats in the Garden Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS April 29, 2026 Preschool Story Time @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS April 30, 2026 Dragons & Debauchery Book Club: April Belmont Bookshop EVENT DETAILS April 30, 2026 Toddler Time @ Belmont Belmont Library EVENT DETAILS May 1, 2026 Birding Walks Daniel Stowe Conservancy EVENT DETAILS May 1, 2026 Succulent Terrarium Workshop Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe EVENT DETAILS LOAD MORE Anchor 3 TRAILS Stowe Connector Trail Gravel Easy 1.20 miles, One Way The Stowe Connector trail, in combination with the Duke Kimbrell Trail, form a loop around the perimeter of the Daniel Stowe Conservancy property. This trail is smoother and flatter than the Duke Kimbrell Trail. The section south of the parking lot gently descends through a mixed hardwood forest on a packed earth surface, while the northern section of the trail features crushed stone surfacing and remains very flat. While other trails exist on the Daniel Stowe Conservancy property, only the Duke Kimbrell Trail and Stowe Connector Trail are a part of the Carolina Thread Trail network. See the Stowe Conservancy website for a full map of their facilities. EXPLORE Rocky Branch Trail Gravel, Natural Surface, Sidewalk Easy, Moderate 1.20 miles, One Way The Rocky Branch Trail is a 1.25 mile enhanced natural surface trail that is a part of the 55 acre Rocky Branch Park. The park is a result of fantastic collaboration between the cities of Belmont and Cramerton as well as other partners including the Tarheel Trailblazers and the Carolina Thread Trail. Trail users can expect to enjoy a stroll under a beautifully shaded heritage trail canopy that extends from Belmont to Cramerton behind the Stuart Cramer High School. A number of single track mountain bike trails extend off of this beautiful trail segment which offer opportunities for cyclists of various experience levels to enjoy. EXPLORE Meadowwood Walk at DSBG Natural Surface Easy 0.6 mile loop A short walk around the back of Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. EXPLORE Persimmon Trail at DSBG Natural Surface Easy 3.2 miles Discover 3.2 miles of walking trails around the Garden! Persimmon Trail, located off the parking lot, is a short trail that connects with the Carolina Thread Trail. Maintained by the Carolina Lands Conservancy, the Thread Trail meanders along Lake Wylie and connects with Meadowood Walk. EXPLORE Duke Kimbrell Trail Natural Surface Moderate 3.45 miles, One Way This trail is 3.1 miles and consists of natural and paved surfaces. The paved portion of the trail extends from the trailhead to Timberlake Point street just short of the Lake Wylie road bridge crossing. The natural surface trail extends from the trailhead along the shoreline of Lake Wylie and is located on 78 acres of preserved land managed by the Catawba Lands Conservancy. The trail connects to the Stowe Connector Trail at either end, creating a loop around the Daniel Stowe Conservancy. The Stowe Connector Trail connects to the Stowe Conservancy's parking lot, allowing visitors to reach the Duke Kimbrell Trail from either entrance. Visitors do not have to pay the Conservancy to walk on their trails. *Special Note: Bicycles are allowed on the Duke Kimbrell Trail BUT NOT ALLOWED on the Daniel Stowe Conservancy's trails. Please do not ride the natural surface portions of the trail in wet conditions. EXPLORE Belmont to Cramerton Sidewalk Connector Sidewalk Easy 1.3 Miles Starts at Stowe Park in Belmont and connects almost to Cramerton. Users take Eagle Road and follow the sidewalk until it stops in front of Pinebrook Swim Club. EXPLORE EXPLORE BELMONT Accommodations Art Biking Family Farmers Market History Library Movies Museum Paddle Park Performing Arts Playground Shopping Spectator Sports Trails Dark Belmont Walking Tour 52 Ervin Street EXPLORE TechWorks Rental Space 52A Ervin Street EXPLORE New York Butcher Shoppe Butcher Shop & Wine Bar 100 Bryant St. EXPLORE Belmont Abbey Practice Fields 100 Belmont Mt. Holly Rd. EXPLORE Reidy Tennis Center (Belmont Abbey) Tennis Center 100 Belmont Mt. Holly Rd. EXPLORE Wheeler Center Basketball Arena 110 Wimmer Cir. EXPLORE Tranquil Moments Health and Wellness 32 N Main St Suite 200 EXPLORE Whiskerville Kitty Cat Cafe Cafe 508 Beaty Rd EXPLORE LOAD MORE Anchor 4

Discover Ranlo, North Carolina, in Gaston County, North Carolina showcasing a list of things to do, places to go, festivals, and events. Plan your visit to explore to Ranlo today. RANLO Ranlo is a small town with a strong sense of community and a promising future. From humble beginnings, Ranlo has grown, prospered, and continues to progress. EXPLORE Family Park Playground Shopping Splash Pad LOAD MORE Will's Doggn' It Deli and Market 1301 Spencer Mountain Rd. EXPLORE Ranlo Spash Pad Splash Pad 15 Park Drive EXPLORE Heritage Mill Antiques and Designer Mall 1820 Spencer Mountain Rd. EXPLORE Ranlo Park Park 1624 Spencer Mountain Rd EXPLORE

The city of High Shoals is in Gaston County, North Carolina. It is a great place to visit with things to do and places to stay. HIGH SHOALS GREAT STORIES SPECIAL EVENTS TRAILS EXPLORE HIGH SHOALS High Shoals, once a totally-owned textile community, was incorporated on November 6, 1973, making it Gaston County's newest municipality. GREAT STORIES Anchor 1 EVENTS LOAD MORE Anchor 2 TRAILS South Fork Rail Trail Natural Surface, Gravel Easy 1.8 miles, One Way The 1.8-mile South Fork Rail Trail runs along the South Fork of the Catawba River in the 324-acre Rhyne Preserve. The land surrounding the trail is protected by the Catawba Lands Conservancy and the natural surface and crushed gravel trail is perfect for light hike or mountain bike ride. EXPLORE Anchor 3 EXPLORE HIGH SHOALS Family Park Dean Black Memorial Park Park 103 State St EXPLORE Bridge at High Shoals Historic Site 400 South Lincoln St. EXPLORE Robinson Catfish Lake Fishing 5129 Dallas High Shoals Hwy. EXPLORE LOAD MORE Anchor 4