Upcoming Events in Gaston, Lincoln, Cleveland Counties
Cherryville, NC (WNN) – As the fall season kicks off, Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland Counties in NC have a variety of events lined up for locals and visitors alike. From festivals to outdoor activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here is a quick look at what’s coming up:
Alice By Heart
Dates: October 17 – October 20, 2024
Location: Cherryville Theater, 301 W. Academy St., Cherryville, NC
Experience an imaginative journey as the Cherryville Little Theater opens its 2024-2025 Main Stage Season with Alice by Heart, running this weekend from October 17 to October 20. This moving musical, from the creators of Spring Awakening, reimagines Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland amid the London Blitz of WWII. Follow Alice and her friend Alfred as they escape into Wonderland, exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience. Tickets are available at cherryvillelittletheatre.org/tickets.
Scaryville
Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
Location: Gazebo Mini Park, 219 E. Main Street, Cherryville, NC
Prepare for a spine-tingling night of Halloween excitement as Cherryville’s historic downtown
transforms into Scaryville! On Friday, October 18, from 6 to 10 PM, this charming Southern town
will become a festive hub of thrills and chills for all ages. Stroll through the haunted streets and
enjoy an array of Halloween-themed activities. Join the ghostly hayrides, show off your creative
costume for a chance to win a $500 cash prize, and try your luck with games and activities
throughout the evening. Local merchants will keep their doors open with extended hours,
offering unique finds and treats. Enjoy delicious offerings from food vendors, and don’t forget to
stop by Hocus Pocus Alley for photo ops with your favorite Halloween characters! Adding to the
evening’s atmosphere, Off the Record will be playing live music, making Scaryville a night to
remember. Don’t miss out on this family-friendly Halloween celebration in the heart of
Cherryville.
NC LiverMush Festival
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Location: Uptown Shelby, NC
Join the fun on October 19, from 9 AM to 4 PM in Uptown Shelby for the annual NC LiverMush
Festival, celebrating a local favorite, livermush! This lively festival features much more than just
livermush—enjoy live music, kids’ activities, the RollOver Pet Zone, and over 100 vendors. With a turnout of 15,000 attendees last year, the festival is back and better than ever. Don’t miss this family-friendly event that brings the community together.
Lincoln County Apple Festival
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Location: 115 W Main St, Lincolnton, NC
Celebrate the annual Lincoln County Apple Festival on October 19th in downtown Lincolnton. Since it began in 1972 the festival has attracted over 25,000 visitors throughout the years. Enjoy a full day of food vendors, craft booths, kids’s activities, orchard tours, a farmers market, and more.
