Free & Cheap Things to Do in Gastonia, NC

  • The list below includes 101 free or cheap things to do in or near Gastonia, North Carolina, including 72 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Natural History Museums, Parks and Bowling.
  • From Rankin Lake Park to Martha Rivers Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gastonia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Charlotte, Rock Hill, Cornelius and Huntersville.
  • The list below includes 101 free or cheap things to do in or near Gastonia, North Carolina, including 72 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Natural History Museums, Parks and Bowling.
  • From Rankin Lake Park to Martha Rivers Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gastonia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Charlotte, Rock Hill, Cornelius and Huntersville.
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29.3 Miles
25% 12 votes
Bowling 11210 Brigman Road, Matthews, NC 28105 MoreLess Info
With 56 lanes for open bowling and 20 reserved for teams, AMF Carolina Lanes is one of the largest recreational venues in Matthews. Additional amenities include racing simulators, billiards, shuffleboard, arcade games and concessions lounge.
29.3 Miles
- 1 votes
History Museums 301 College Drive, Gaffney, SC 29340 MoreLess Info
The historical heritage of Cherokee County & the SC Upstate is on display at Cherokee County History & Arts Museum. Impressive quality and quantity of Revolutionary War artifacts. The facility is located on the 1812 mustering ground of the SC Militia. Beautiful Event Venues in the Event Hall and on the Musterin…
29.4 Miles
69% 29 votes
Race Tracks 6025 Victory Lane, Concord, NC 28027 MoreLess Info
Racing enthusiasts can live out their dreams at Mario Andretti Racing Experience in Concord, North Carolina. Along with driving an Indy Style Race Car, participants can choose to drive with or without an instructor.
29.5 Miles
83% 60 votes
Bowling 625 Bluefield Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117 MoreLess Info
Bowlers love George Pappas Victory Lanes in Mooresville, North Carolina. This full-service bowling alley includes a restaurant and offers discounted birthday party packages. George Pappas Victory Lanes also hosts several local and regional bowling tournaments.
29.6 Miles
80% 5 votes
Parks 1600 Bellingham Drive, Mooresville, NC 28115 MoreLess Info
Located in a wooded area, Bellingham Park features fields for baseball, softball, soccer and football along with tennis courts. The park provides picnic facilities, open grassy areas, walking trails and a children's playground.
30.2 Miles
64% 14 votes
Cultural Centers 1536 Tom Steven Road, Rock Hill, SC MoreLess Info
Catawba Cultural Center is a collection and celebration of Catawba Indian Nation history. Visitors can view exhibits full of historical tribal artifacts, tools and pottery, and learn the history of the people straight from direct Catawba ancestors.
30.4 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 242 Stallings Road, Matthews, NC 28104 MoreLess Info
Stallings Park gets high marks from community members for its use of recreational space. The park boasts a splash pad, walking trails, three playgrounds, tennis courts, picnic spaces and an 18-hole disc golf course.
30.6 Miles
77% 230 votes
Go Karts 346 East Plaza Drive, Mooresville, NC 28115 MoreLess Info
The 1/3 mile indoor go-kart track at Pit Indoor Kart Racing is made of 3,350 NASCAR tires and has 20 challenging turns that drivers can try to negotiate with high speed go-carts. The facility also offers black light mini-golf, laser tag, a rock-climbing wall, and a baseball-batting cage.
30.7 Miles
57% 7 votes
Landmarks 215 N. Main Street, Mooresville, NC MoreLess Info
Dedicated to all types of racing, the NC Auto Racing Walk of Fame displays the names of drivers inducted into the Hall of Fame in auto racing. The Walk of Fame is found on the sidewalks of the downtown area.
30.7 Miles
92% 13 votes
Military Museums 165 N Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115 MoreLess Info
What started as a coffee shop and gathering place for military veterans is now the Welcome Home Veterans Living Military Museum. The museum pays tribute to veterans by displaying awards, news articles, artifacts and other memorabilia related to military servicemen.
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