- 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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33.9 Miles
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1095 E King Street, Boone, NC 28607
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Appalachians by Horseback - Private Tours offers patrons a picturesque horseback ride down dirt roads and through the Appalachian mountainside. The tour includes a picnic lunch and a memory card with all your photographs from the ride.
33.9 Miles
Kate's Skating Rink is an indoor rink that offers roller skating sessions for the public and is open year round. They feature arcade games and avail their facility for birthday parties, holiday parties and corporate events.
34.0 Miles
Gemstone and mineral enthusiasts of all ages enjoy Doc's Rocks Gem Mine. This working gem mine is owned and operated by the McCoy family, who are dedicated to educating visitors about gems and minerals indigenous to western North Carolina.
34.0 Miles
Located just outside of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, Mystery Hill is a historical entertainment complex and souvenir shop that is very popular with families. This complex includes several museums and rental cabins.
34.2 Miles
The Lazy 5 Ranch is a children's zoo and center of educational agriculture. Kids and parents love to pet the animals, feed them handfuls of food and enjoy spending time together in the beautiful surroundings. The most popular attractions are the pumpkin hayride and the Clydesdale--powered wagon rides.
34.6 Miles
The Beaver Dam Historic Park and House was built in 1829 and renovated in the 1970s. Guests of the park enjoy the wide lawn shaded by old magnolia trees. The park and house are available for rental for special events.
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16131 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
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The recreational North Mecklenburg Park is a park that features mountain biking trails, two outdoor shelters, four basketball courts, four lighted baseball fields, and a grill. The park spans 98 acres and also has five picnic tables.
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Adventure Landing
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2600 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056
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An indoor and outdoor amusement facility, Adventure Landing features a variety of amenities and entertainment options. The facility has go-karts, mini golf, batting cages, and a video game arcade with a variety of games.
34.9 Miles
The Schiele Museum of Natural History is divided up into seven halls including the North Carolina Natural History, North American Habitats, North American Wildlife, Earth and Man, and American Indian. The museum also has temporary exhibits and an outside gallery.
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Over 50 years of entertainment has been provided by the Sunset Drive-In Theatre. It is open on the weekends during the summer months for first-run showings of popular films, and there is a comprehensive on-site concession stand.