If you don't have weekend plans yet, Hickory has plenty going on September 25–27.
Whether you're looking for a movie, live music, something to do with your dog, or a chance to experience a little local history, there are several ways to get out and explore the Hickory area this weekend.
Here are four events worth putting on your calendar.
🎬 Footcandle Film Festival
September 18–27 | Various locations in Hickory
The Footcandle Film Festival is bringing independent film and filmmakers to Hickory throughout the week, with the festival continuing through this weekend.
It's a chance to experience films you may not normally see at a traditional theater while connecting with filmmakers and other movie lovers in the community.
Learn more: https://www.footcandlefilmfestival.com/
🐶 Ruff, Ruff, Run 5K & Dog Festival
Saturday, September 26 | Winkler Park
If you're looking for something you can bring your four-legged friend to, Ruff, Ruff, Run is happening at Winkler Park on Saturday.
The Dog Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the 5K beginning at 11 a.m.
The event includes food trucks, music, dog-focused vendors, demonstrations, and other activities. The 5K follows a 3.1-mile loop and is designed to be dog-friendly.
Location: Winkler Park, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC
🎶 Festival on the Field + N-Spire
Saturday, September 26 | Taft Broome Park
For an afternoon and evening of music and community, Festival on the Field begins at 4 p.m. at Taft Broome Park.
The event will include vendor booths, food trucks, and cornhole, followed by a free concert by N-Spire at 5 p.m.
N-Spire brings a mix of R&B, jazz, funk, pop, old school, and Go-Go music to the stage.
It's a simple way to spend a Saturday evening outside while supporting a local community event.
🌾 Harvest Folk Festival at Murray's Mill
September 26–27 | Murray's Mill
For something with a little more local history, the 42nd Annual Harvest Folk Festival returns to Murray's Mill this weekend.
The festival celebrates the history, traditions, crafts, and culture connected to this historic Catawba County site.
If you've never experienced Murray's Mill during one of its annual festivals, this is a great opportunity to explore one of the area's historic landmarks while experiencing a longstanding local tradition.
So, What Kind of Hickory Weekend Are You Having?
Whether you're looking for a movie, bringing your dog along, listening to live music, or exploring local history, there are plenty of ways to spend the weekend around Hickory.
🎬 Film
Footcandle Film Festival
🐶 Dogs
Ruff, Ruff, Run & Dog Festival
🎶 Live Music
Festival on the Field + N-Spire
🌾 Local History
Harvest Folk Festival at Murray's Mill
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