- The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Hickory, North Carolina, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Art Museum and Arts Centers.
- From Glenn C. Hilton Jr. Memorial Park to Harper House/ Hickory History Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hickory and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morganton, Lenoir and Charlotte.
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41.6 Miles
Located in Table Rock State Park, this trail provides a challenge to hikers of varying skill levels. The location offers scenic views of the countryside and the Wilson Gorge Wilderness area.
41.6 Miles
91%
34 votes
567 Main St E, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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The only craft brewery in the area is known as the Flat Top Brewing Company, Banner Elk NC which is open to the public. Up to 12 beers are offered on tap including four stalwart year-round beers within their tap room.
41.8 Miles
Periwinkle Art School is an art school offering various art classes and private art lessons. Classes are available for both adults and children, with class sizes limited to eight per class. The school also hosts occasional 'art night' events.
42.3 Miles
86%
333 votes
6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC 28012
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Textile industry giant Daniel Stowe left money for the creation of the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, along with 400 acres of land. The garden includes a visitor's pavilion, and 18 different gardens including an orchid conservatory.
42.5 Miles
At Carolinas Aviation Museum, visitors can see a wide variety of vintage planes, from commercial aircraft to helicopters. In the museum, visitors can browse educational displays filled with historical information about the aviation industry.
42.6 Miles
Walter M Safrit Park is a 17 acre athletic facility that features two lighted softball fields and a full size lighted soccer field. The park also has a playground, picnic shelter, and walking trail.
42.8 Miles
Baker's Creek Park is a large park featuring an 18 hole miniature golf course. The park also offers multiple picnic shelters (with electricity and grills,) a lighted softball field, tennis courts, and a playground.
42.9 Miles
A movie theater multiplex that shows primarily first run Hollywood films, the AMC Concord Mills 24 features stadium seating, digital video and sound, an expanded concessions menu, and a variety of other amenities.
43.0 Miles
Shopping is always fun at Concord Mills Mall in Concord, North Carolina. Its huge campus includes national anchor stores, prominent clothing boutiques and local vendors. There is also an aquarium on the premesis.
43.2 Miles
Ideal for families, Village Park features a clean picnic area, a train and playground for kids, and a paved trail. Events for all ages are also scheduled throughout the year.