- Our list of the best things to do in Gastonia, North Carolina, features the top 135 nearby activities — including 59 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Gastonia, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 16 things to do within the city of Gastonia, NC , followed by 119 popular activities in nearby cities, including Charlotte, Cornelius, Huntersville, Rock Hill, Shelby, Belmont, Fort Mill and Davidson
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From the merchant: Learn the basic skill of Rock climbing/rappelling with professional and friendly instructors in an outdoor environment.
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The Schiele Museum of Natural History is divided up into seven halls including the North Carolina Natural History, North American Habitats, North American Wildlife, Earth and Man, and American Indian. The museum also has temporary exhibits and an outside gallery.
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Overlooking the 80-acre Rankin Lake, Rankin Lake Park allows access to the lake for fishing and boating. The park also features an 18-hole disc golf course, picnic shelters, a nearly 1.6 mile walking trail and a play area.
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Fabric rules the roost at Mary Jo's Cloth Store in Gastonia, North Carolina. Mary Jo's sells a huge collection of cloth, lace and fabric trim. The store is open to the public, and offers discounted wholesale prices to all customers.
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Striving to provide quality entertainment and education of the arts to the patrons of Gastonia, The Little Theater of Gastonia is a popular cultural touchstone of the town. The theater presents an array of stage plays, musicals and children's productions throughout the year.
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1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
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Focusing on the natural wonders of the world, The Schiele Museum of Natural History focuses on various species of flora, fauna, minerals and fossils. The museum features full-size lifelike dioramas that help bring the historical features to life.
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Built in 1961 with a 4/10 oval mile, the Carolina Speedway hosts a number of races, including SECA late model, UMP Modifieds, Street Stock, Pure Stock 4, Renegade, and Hornet FWD. Camping, concessions, handicap access and open-house events are available.
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Affiliated with the Gaston County Art Guild, Arts on Main is a gallery of hand-made works by local artists, rendered in a wide variety of media. The gallery features a gift shop with unique items.
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Martha Rivers Park is a castled themed, enclosed playground. They offer sandpits, baseball and soccer fields along with a paved walking trail that goes around the facility. The park also provides picnic shelters, shady benches and a concession stand.
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League players and casual bowlers can roll for strikes at George Pappas Liberty Lanes. Guests can enjoy open bowl, league play, special nights and events, refreshments at the Spare Time Snackbar, and rent the lanes for private parties.
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Providing art education and discovery to this generation's youth, The Art Station is a community driven establishment. Events include Paint Your Pet, art camps, candle making, stencilling, and soap making.