Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hickory, NC

  • 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.
  • 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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32.3 Miles
100% 7 votes
Ghost Towns 104 S. Main St, In Front of Soda Shop, Davidson, NC 28036 MoreLess Info
A guided walking tour, the Ghost Walk of Davidson offers entertaining and informative insights into Davidson's history, haunted and otherwise. Tours are led by knowledgeable guides who tell chilling and entertaining stories of the town's past.
32.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 19725 Oak Street, Cornelius, NC 28031 MoreLess Info
A city-sponsored art complex, the Cornelius Arts Center features a variety of art exhibits in various genres and media. The center also offers art classes and workshops, and hosts birthday parties, as well.
32.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Comedy Clubs 17044 Kenton Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031 MoreLess Info
Opened in 2002, The Comedy Zone at Lake Norman is a combination comedy club and restaurant that features regular celebrity performances. Local and national comedians are showcased weekly, and group hosting is also available.
32.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery Davidson College, 315 N Main Street, Davidson, NC 28036 MoreLess Info
The Katherine & Tom Belk Visual Art Center is a state-of-the-art facility that is home to art history and studio art. It houses two galleries for visiting and student art shows as well as studios for art majors and faculty.
32.4 Miles
- 3 votes
History Museums Shelby, NC MoreLess Info
The Cleveland County Historical Museum covers the history of the local area through a range of artifacts that detail everyday life and the stories of average people. It is currently housed in the historic courthouse which was originally built in 1907.
32.5 Miles
100% 11 votes
Art Gallery Shelby, NC MoreLess Info
The Cleveland County Arts Council is an organization dedicated to promoting art in the local community. Art classes, summer camps, and scholarships for artistic students are among the many services the council provides to the community.
32.5 Miles
40% 5 votes
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Webbley

Historic Homes Shelby, NC MoreLess Info
Webbley is a mansion that was built by the Webb family in 1852. It was home to two state governors and has since been restored with period antiques and collectibles and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
32.5 Miles
100% 26 votes
Music Museums 103 S Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC 28150 MoreLess Info
Named after famous banjo player and local resident Earl Scruggs, the Earl Scruggs Center is a museum dedicated to the Blue Ridge area music. The museum is filled with exhibits and information that teaches about local music life and culture.
32.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 104 E Warren Street, Shelby, NC 28150 MoreLess Info
Buffalo Creek Gallery sells paintings, prints, crafts and jewelry made by local artists using such diverse mediums as clay, oil, wood, soap and fiber. They also feature in-house studio space with working artists.
32.8 Miles
96% 57 votes
Shopping Districts 16805 Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville, NC MoreLess Info
Filled with a variety of retail stores and restaurants, Birkdale Village offers visitors an outdoor shopping experience. The streets often have live entertainment, and there is a theater located nearby.
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