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Things to Do in Gaston County
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items A list of activities to do in Gaston County, North Carolina. Located just outside of Charlotte, we have so much to offer.
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Outdoor Activities
Restaurants
Arts & Entertainment
Local Favorites
Outdoor Activities
Daniel Stowe Conservancy is a beautiful place to spend a morning or afternoon. They have beautiful gardens and fountains and are always having activities for children and for adults. Definitely check their events calendar to see what's going on and p...
Daniel Stowe Conservancy, Belmont, North Carolina
Martha Rivers is a great place for kids and adults, alike. With a large playground area and miles of walking trails, there is something for everyone to do. It gets really crowded on the weekends with baseball and soccer games, but midweek mornings te...
Martha Rivers Park - City of Gastonia
Rankin Lake Park is a beautiful scenic park in Gaston County. With a trail to walk around th lake, you can also fish and rent pedal boats from them. There are covered shelters that are perfect for events - small or large.
Rankin Lake Park - City of Gastonia
A Gastonia Ghost Peppers is a great way to spend a summer evening! Watch some baseball, have a hot dog and beer and celebrate the new team’s inaugural year.
Gastonia Ghost Peppers | Gastonia's Premier Baseball Team
A bustling park located in the center of downtown Belmont, there is always something happening at Stowe Park.
Stowe Park - Belmont
Restaurants
An old movie theater converted into a fine dining restaurant, you can't go wrong when eating at Webb. Everything on the menu is amazing, from the salads to the steaks to the cocktails. They do it all right at Webb. Definitely recommend a reservation ...
Webb Custom Kitchen - Restaurant in Gastonia, NC
A beautiful winery located only 40 minutes outside of Charlotte, Veronet has something for everyone. They produce both sweet and dry wines and do a great wine flight option if you want to see what they offer. They always have food trucks on th weeken...
Winery near me… Look no further than Veronét Vineyards & Winery!
Located in Belmont, Old Stone Steakhouse is a great place to have a meal. With both indoor and outdoor seating, you can find an extensive list of entrees with something that everyone will love.
Old Stone Steakhouse - Belmont, NC
A much more casual experience, Pita Wheel is a great local spot. They almost always have live music going on during dinner in the warm months and a patio for outside dining in nice weather.
Epic Fast Fun | Pita Wheel | Gastonia
Dinner with a view? Yes, please! Drift is a great upscale restaurant located right on the water on Lake Wylie.
Drift on Lake Wylie
Arts & Entertainment
The Little Theatre of Gastonia is an intimate, community-based theatre in Gastonia. Their shows have a ton of variety and are always full of amazing talent. Check their schedule to see what they have coming up soon! You won’t want to miss it.
Little Theater of Gastonia
Once known as the Hoffman Hotel, the Gaston County museum shares insight into what life was like there in the mid-1800s. With emphasis on local history in textiles and life in Gaston County, it is a great way to learn more about the area.
Gaston County Museum
Once serving as the Dallas jail, the Historic Dallas Jail is now an event venue for weddings and parties. Brought back to life and lovingly (and painstakingly!) restored by a local couple, it’s a great place to host your next big event.
The Historic Dallas Jail
The Schiele Museum of Natural History is a great escape from the summer heat if you’re looking for something to do indoors. With an indoor planetarium and rotating exhibits, there is so much to see! Looking to get outdoors? Visit their on-property fa...
Schiele Museum of Natural History
Local Favorites
Cool Beans Cat Cafe is a great way to get to interact with kitties for a good cause. By paying a small fee, you are supporting the cafe in their efforts to rescue cats and find new homes for them. Who knows? You may come in for a cup of coffee and le...
Cool Beans Cat Cafè - Facebook
A Gaston County staple, you can’t visit Gastonia and not go to Tony’s! Known most famously for their milkshakes and banana splits, there’s also a grill where you can grab a bite to eat. This one has been a Gaston County staple for DECADES.
Tony's Ice Cream - Gastonia
Another Gaston County classic, R.O.s has called Gastonia home for decades. Make sure you stop in to get a bbq sandwich topped with their famous R.O.s slaw (it’s not like the slaw you think it is!) and a REALLY sweet sweet tea.
R.O.s BBQ
Another county favorite is Kyle Fletcher’s. Some say it’s the best bbq you’ll find in North Carolina! But you’ll have to visit yourself to find out if that’s true. 😉 P.S. It’s cash only. So come prepared.
Kyle Fletcher's BBQ & Catering: Gastonia's Best BBQ Joint