Tuck Fest at US National Whitewater Center a great weekend getaway
April 29 - May 1, 2022 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC Tuck Fest is a multi-day festival that celebrates the outdoor lifestyle...
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Melissa McCauley
Mar 6, 2022
Get Involved! This is your opportunity to help preserve and maintain our natural resources
Gaston County is committed to preserving natural spaces, not only to sustain the environment but to offer unparalleled access so everyone...
Melissa McCauley
Feb 22, 2022
Join Us as We Celebrate 175
2021 represents a significant chapter in Gaston County's history—its 175th anniversary. On December 21, 1846, Gaston County came to be....
YMCA
Feb 14, 2022
5 Reasons You Should be Winter Walking the Sytz Trail System at Warlick Family YMCA
These colder temperatures and surprise snowy North Carolina days sure have stopped us all in our tracks. The winter weather is in full...
Melissa McCauley
Feb 2, 2022
Races to look forward to this year in and around Gaston County
Mark your calendars and make your plans now to take part in these races taking place in and around Gaston County. Included are a variety...
Melissa McCauley
Jan 5, 2022
Make the most of the Ridgeline Craft Beverage Trail Passport Game
The Ridgeline Craft Beverage Trail The Ridgeline Craft Beverage Trail is a self-guided trail of craft beverage producers located close to...
Melissa McCauley
Jan 4, 2022
Make the most of winter
Gaston County's mild climate with regular daytime highs in the 70s, makes for a great winter getaway. It's easy to get outside and enjoy...
Carolina Thread Trail
Dec 22, 2021
Destination: Recreation
Photo: Spencer Mountain Landing 2009 by Nancy-Pierce Over the last few years, Gaston County has increasingly become a destination for...
Carolina Thread Trail
Dec 9, 2021
Carolina Thread Trail Reccommends Seven Oaks Preserve Trail
The Carolina Thread Trail has a new trail tour video out, featuring Seven Oaks Preserve Trail! This is one of our most popular trails,...
Melissa McCauley
Nov 9, 2021
Vote Christmas Town USA as the number 1 lights display in the US
Once again USA Today has entered McAdenville, Christmas Town USA in it's best public holiday light display. Please vote now to select...
Melissa McCauley
Nov 8, 2021
Mountain Biking Along the South Fork River in McAdenville, NC
The South Fork River Trail 119 Willow Drive, McAdenville, NC 28101 The South Fork River trail is a natural surface trail located along...
Melissa McCauley
Nov 8, 2021
Holidays at the Garden at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden one of the must see attractions in Belmont, North Carolina celebrates the holidays with Holiday at the...
Melissa McCauley
Oct 26, 2021
MOONLIGHT ON MAIN Shining Bright in Belmont
The Museum of the Moon made its way to downtown Belmont where it is shined bright for three weekends serving as the backdrop for a series...
Elysabeth Utick, Schiele Museum
Oct 15, 2021
The Schiele Museum in Gastonia Creates a Perfect Holiday Experience
Spend your holidays with us at The Schiele Museum! Special Holiday programs are being offered throughout the month of December that are...
Carolina Thread Trail
Oct 14, 2021
Gastonia Greenway Extended Through Town in Gaston County
Construction has just wrapped up on an extension of the Avon and Catawba Creeks Greenway through central Gastonia. Connecting Lineberger...
Melissa McCauley
Oct 14, 2021
Outdoor Adventures Make for a Great Weekend Getaway in Gaston County
Fall is absolutely the best time to get outside as temperatures cool and landscapes come brilliantly alive. Get out and explore this...
Melissa McCauley
Aug 25, 2021
Take in the Splendor of Fall Colors by Hiking these 5 Trails in Gaston County
The Lake Loop at Crowders Mountain State Park The views of the Lake Loop Trail at Crowders Mountain are quite lovely with every turn...
Melissa McCauley
Aug 9, 2021
8 Dog-Friendly Adventures in Gaston County
It’s prime time to get outdoors for long, sunny days on the trail and in the water—and you don’t have to leave man’s best friend home...
Catawba RiverKeeper
Jul 12, 2021
Riverfest 2021
Food trucks, live music, local beer, free kayaking, kids' zone, vendors and more! Celebrate summer and the Catawba River at RiverFest...
Melissa McCauley
Jun 22, 2021
Catawba Riverkeeper moves its headquarters to Gaston County
Recently, Catawba Riverkeeper announced its plans to build a new headquarters within a vacant building located in downtown McAdenville on...
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