Visit Hickory NC

05/27/2026

Turns out the best summer spots have been here all along ☀️

For this month’s Hickory Highlight, we’re featuring Murray’s Mill, a historic spot tucked along Balls Creek that’s perfect for sunny days and warm-weather wandering. Step inside the 1890s general store for candy, gifts, local finds, and old-school charm, then grab a scoop of ice cream before exploring the grounds.

Watch the pond slip over the mill dam as the 28-foot waterwheel makes its slow turn, stroll the scenic trails, and take in the picnic-worthy views. One of the most unique historic sites in Catawba County, Murray’s Mill is the kind of place that makes you want to stay awhile. 🌿

Historical Association of Catawba County

05/19/2026

🌿💚 A great day to give back at St. Stephens Park

Community members rolled up their sleeves on Saturday for another successful Park Stewardship Day at St. Stephens Park! From refreshing landscaped areas with mulch and pine straw to helping clean up around the dog park, 17 volunteers came together to make a lasting impact on one of Hickory’s favorite outdoor spaces.

A huge thank you to our partners Outdoor NC, Catawba County Parks, and Keep Catawba County Beautiful for helping make the day possible.

We love seeing the community come together to care for the places that make Hickory so special—and we can’t wait for the next one! 🌎✨

Hickory, NC (May 16, 2026) — Visit Hickory NC partnered with Outdoor NC, Catawba County Parks, and community partners to host a successful Park Stewardship Day at St. Stephens Park on Saturday, May

05/18/2026

A morning well spent at St. Stephens Park 💚

Volunteers came together at St. Stephens Park on Saturday for another successful Park Stewardship Day! From spreading mulch and pine straw to helping clean up the dog park area, 17 volunteers made a meaningful impact on one of Hickory’s favorite outdoor spaces 🌿

Big thanks to our partners Outdoor NC, Catawba County Parks, and Keep Catawba County Beautiful for helping make it happen.

We’re excited to keep creating opportunities for the community to come together and care for our parks!

05/16/2026

The wait is officially over... the Hickory Aviation Museum is NOW OPEN ✈️

Their Grand Opening is today, Saturday, May 16 from 10 AM–5 PM, and for opening day only, admission is completely FREE. Consider this your boarding call 👀

Get up close to historic aircraft, memorabilia, and rotating exhibits that bring aviation history to life right here in Hickory. Even cooler? The museum is completely volunteer-staffed, with dedicated volunteers helping restore and preserve the aircraft on display. ✨

It’s hands-on, history-filled, family-friendly, and absolutely worth adding to your Hickory bucket list 📍

05/12/2026

If there was one place to spend Saturday, it was Downtown Newton. 🎨 ✨

The annual Folk Art Festival filled the streets with over 100 local and regional folk artists, live music, demonstrations, and vendors from morning into the afternoon, drawing visitors from across the region to experience one of North Carolina’s standout spring festivals.

Missed it this year? Go ahead and mark your calendar for Saturday, May 8, 2027. This one’s worth planning ahead for. 🗓️

05/12/2026

Join our team!! 💛Our office is looking to hire for an Event Manager.

Details here: https://www.visithickorync.com/about/careers/

We’re hiring!

Visit Hickory | Hickory Metro Convention Center is looking for an Event Manager to join our team. If you’re passionate about creating unforgettable experiences, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love bringing events to life, we’d love to hear from you.

From conventions and sporting events to community gatherings and special events, this role helps make the magic happen right here in Hickory. 💛

Ready to join the team? View the full job description and apply here: https://www.visithickorync.com/about/careers/

05/07/2026

Oh Hey! This National Travel & Tourism Week, we’re celebrating the people behind the visitor experience 💛

This week, the Visit Hickory team hit the road to surprise some of our Tourism Partners with sweet treats and a special message: You’ve officially been Postmarked Essential 📬

From hotels and restaurants to shops, attractions, and hospitality teams, these partners help create the experiences that make Hickory feel welcoming, memorable, and worth visiting. Tourism wouldn’t happen without them, and we’re so grateful for everything they do for our community every day.

See if you can spot some of your favorite places and show them some love in the comments below 👇

05/04/2026

We’re bringing National Travel & Tourism Week into the community 💛

Visit Hickory will be popping up around town all week long to meet locals and visitors where they are, share what makes Hickory special, and celebrate everything the community has to offer.

Check out the schedule and come say hi if you see us out and about!