Getting Here
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.
Things to Do
The City of Belmont is a small yet growing town located west of Charlotte, North Carolina in Gaston County. Visitors to this town will find lots of things to do. People enjoy strolling down our historical streets, shopping and grabbing a bite to eat at one of our many fine restaurants, or joining us for one our festivals downtown.
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
At the top of the list of things to do in Belmont, NC is a visit to Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Located on 380 acres along the banks of Lake Wylie the Garden offers spectacular gardens, sparkling fountains, a conservatory dedicated to the display of tropical plants and orchids, a visitor pavilion, a garden store and nature trails.
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Belmont
Belmont Rowing Center
Check out the Belmont Rowing Center for a fun workout on the water. The Center provides affordable and accessible recreational and competitive rowing programs for youth and adults.
Catawba Riverkeeper at Kevin Loftin Park
Guests can enjoy 90 minutes of self-guided paddling on a calm, quiet stretch of the upper part of Lake Wylie – the oldest lake on the Catawba River. This kayaking experience is great for first time paddlers or families with young children.
Anchored Soul
Anchored Soul is a Stand Up Paddle Boarding Company in Belmont, NC, offerin Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Paddle Boarding Private Lessons, SUP Lessons, and SUP Rentals.
Belmont Abbey College Arts
A Tradition of the Arts. From the earliest days at Belmont Abbey College, with the founding of the Abbey Players theatrical company.
Davis Park
Wooded area with a playground, baseball & soccer fields, picnic tables & public restrooms.
Valhalla Axe Throwing
Valhalla Axe Throwing Company located in North Belmont.
Open 7 Days A Week
Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park
Access the Catawba River via canoe, kayak or boat from this 10-acre riverfront park.
Rocky Branch Park
The centerpiece of the 40-acre park is a hand-built single-track mountain biking trail for intermediate and advanced bikers.
Belmont Abbey
is a private Catholic liberal-arts college located in Belmont, North Carolina.
Belmont Historical Society Museum
Housed in a historical home. On site kitchen located behind the house, a victory garden and mill house. Great local pictures and artifacts. Groups welcome.
Suns Up Scuba
Sun's Up Scuba provides day rentals* of kayaks and paddle boards. These rentals include complimentary transportation to/from the R. Y. McAden South Fork River Access.
Millican Pictorial History Museum
Historical photos from Gaston County, the Charlotte area and textile mills for sale. Thousands of old photos on display and restoration of old photography is performed here.
Stowe Park
Located in the heart of downtown Belmont with access to the Carolina Thread Trail.
Belmont Abbey Athletics
The Athletics department at Belmont Abbey College. The Abbey Crusaders play in NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas and currently compete in nearly three dozen men's and women's varsity sports. With so many sports, there are home games on campus nearly every night of the week.
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is the Carolinas’ Garden for all seasons, providing guests a chance to reconnect with nature and to create lifelong memories with friends and family and is located within 380 acres on the banks of Lake Wylie.
SIGNATURE EVENTS
Holidays at the Garden
December
Delight in a stroll through the shimmering lights! Along your journey also enjoy fairy villages, model trains, the Orchid Conservatory, and so much more. Roast a marshmallow, listen to live holiday music, children's activities and more at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
Homecoming
October
Homecoming at Belmont Abbey features a Welcome Back Reception, a women’s volleyball game, The President’s Breakfast, men’s & women’s soccer games, field events, A Homecoming Court and The Alumni Hall of Fame Dinner.
Juneteenth
June
The Belmont Juneteenth Celebration is a FREE cultural festival of arts, crafts, music, food and more. Join us at Stowe Park, located in Historic Downtown Belmont. The celebration will include music throughout the day, and a finale concert. Music, art, and culture are the key elements of the festival theme.
Belmont Blooms
March
A month-long citywide celebration of blossoming bulbs, art, community and culture. Beginning with a parade, Belmont Blooms will also include many other elements.
Art & Orchids
February
The Art & Orchids is a yearly event held at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden where visitors can not only view beautiful orchids from the conservatory but also see an incredible art display as well. Each year the art display changes making it worth revisiting year in and year out.
UNIQUE DINING
Jekyll and Hyde Taphouse and Grill
Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse & Grill is a steampunk gastropub and brewery where you will find a large selection of freshly brewed beers, wine for any palate and our signature craft cocktails.
Old Stone Steakhouse
Grab a bite in the refurbished police station in Belmont, Old Stone Steakhouse then have a whiskey and a smoke in the historic jail located out back.
Nellie's Southern Kitchen
Nellie's Southern Kitchen in Belmont, established by the Jonas Brothers’ family serves southern style bites and they also offer a rooftop bar.