Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hickory, NC

  • The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Hickory, North Carolina, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Art Museum and Arts Centers.
  • From Glenn C. Hilton Jr. Memorial Park to Harper House/ Hickory History Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hickory and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morganton, Lenoir and Charlotte.
  • The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Hickory, North Carolina, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Art Museum and Arts Centers.
  • From Glenn C. Hilton Jr. Memorial Park to Harper House/ Hickory History Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hickory and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morganton, Lenoir and Charlotte.
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30.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Mini Golf Highway 180 N, Shelby, NC 28150 MoreLess Info
Challenger 3 Miniature Golf is an 18-hole miniature golf course that features free parking, a video game arcade, rental equipment, and a snack bar. The course also has a large picnic shelter and a driving range.
30.9 Miles
77% 230 votes
Go Karts 346 East Plaza Drive, Mooresville, NC 28115 MoreLess Info
The 1/3 mile indoor go-kart track at Pit Indoor Kart Racing is made of 3,350 NASCAR tires and has 20 challenging turns that drivers can try to negotiate with high speed go-carts. The facility also offers black light mini-golf, laser tag, a rock-climbing wall, and a baseball-batting cage.
31.1 Miles
86% 7 votes
Dog Park 18441 Nantz Road, Cornelius, NC 28031 MoreLess Info
Situated on 43.7 acres, Ramsey Creek Park is located on Lake Norman with access for fishing and boating. The park has walking trails, a beach area, a dog park, picnic facilities, a playground and a volleyball court.
31.1 Miles
100% 5 votes
Dog Park 18441 Nantz Road, Cornelius, NC 28031 MoreLess Info
Located within Ramsey Creek Park, Swaney Pointe K-9 Park measures four acres and provides a fenced, off-leash area for canine recreation. It features grassy and wooded areas, a separate small dog field, drinking water and a double-gated entrance.
31.2 Miles
98% 42 votes
Lake 19900 West Catwaba Avenue Suite 102, Cornelius, NC 28031 MoreLess Info
Visit Lake Norman promotes the lake region, including Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville. Lake Norman is 34 miles long with 520 miles of shoreline, while the area surrounding it is filled with lots of activities.
31.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Paddleboarding 17505 W. Catawba Ave. Waterstreet Seaport -Suite 130, 18919 W Catawba Avenue, Cornelius, NC 28031 MoreLess Info
A stand up paddle board and surfing outfitter, My Aloha Paddle & Surf, Inc sells a variety of equipment, accessories, and apparel. The company also offers surfing and paddle boarding lessons.
31.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Skate Parks 20924 Torrence Chapel Road, Cornelius, NC 28031 MoreLess Info
As an indoor skate park, STATIC Skateboard & Park has a facility stocked with ramps, rails, and other obstacles for skateboarders to ride on. The park has a shop that sells skateboarding equipment like decks.
31.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Marinas 18020 Kings Point Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031 MoreLess Info
Situated on Lake Norman, Morningstar Marinas provides visitors with docks to board their boats and boat rentals to take out on the water. The marina has a two story clubhouse with amenities like an outdoor patio, kitchen, and meeting rooms.
31.7 Miles
57% 7 votes
Landmarks 215 N. Main Street, Mooresville, NC MoreLess Info
Dedicated to all types of racing, the NC Auto Racing Walk of Fame displays the names of drivers inducted into the Hall of Fame in auto racing. The Walk of Fame is found on the sidewalks of the downtown area.
31.7 Miles
92% 13 votes
Military Museums 165 N Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115 MoreLess Info
What started as a coffee shop and gathering place for military veterans is now the Welcome Home Veterans Living Military Museum. The museum pays tribute to veterans by displaying awards, news articles, artifacts and other memorabilia related to military servicemen.
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