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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37.7 Miles
57% 14 votes
Bowling 680 Park Street, Belmont, NC 28012 MoreLess Info
The bowling alley, Textile Lanes Inc Bowling, is a family friendly facility that features competitive bowling leagues for adults and children and billiards tables. The alley is available for birthday parties and corporate events.
37.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Gardens Horn In the W Drive, Boone, NC 28607 MoreLess Info
With over one-hundred native plant species, Daniel Boone Native Plant Garden has 3 acres of land to explore. Events at the garden include guided nature walks, photography workshops, and festivals.
37.7 Miles
67% 3 votes
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Bark Park

Dog Park 16810 Summers Walk Blvd, Davidson, NC 28036 MoreLess Info
Bark Park, located in the master-planned community of Summers Walk, is a specially-designed park for four-legged friends. This large, fenced area provides open space and shade trees for pets to roam in comfort.
37.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Soccer Field 11711 Alexanderana Road, Huntersville, NC 28078 MoreLess Info
Strikers Soccer Center is a facility strictly for soccer that contains seven small fields and one large field with turf surfaces for high quality year-round play. They offer several programs for kids and adult leagues too.
37.9 Miles
85% 631 votes
Rafting 3385 S US Highway 321, Boone, NC 28607 MoreLess Info
It's all about whitewater rafting at Wahoo's Adventures in Boone, North Carolina. Experience the thrill of white-capped rapids at the hands of an expert guide. The tour price includes all safety equipment.
37.9 Miles
86% 28 votes
River Linville, NC MoreLess Info
The 16.9-mile Linville River contains about 6.5 miles of 4-5+ rapids that are popular with rafters. The river also is a popular spot with anglers who often catch brown and rainbow trout.
37.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 210 New Market Ctr, Boone, NC 28607 MoreLess Info
A seven-screen movie theater, Regal Boone Cinema 7 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers self-service and mobile ticketing, a game room and a snack bar with food and drinks.
38.0 Miles
82% 55 votes
Neighborhoods 115 North Main Street, Belmont, NC MoreLess Info
The quaint Belmont Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Known for its Craftsman-style architecture, the District is a lovely destination for an afternoon stroll. It also offers excellent shopping and dining.
38.0 Miles
96% 28 votes
Scenic Drives Old nc 105, Linville, NC MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy the natural scenery and views of North Carolina mountains and valleys at Wiseman's View. There is a fifth of a mile paved hiking trail that reaches the view.
38.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Children's Museums 400 Tracy Cir, Boone, NC 28607 MoreLess Info
The Children's Playhouse is a play center for children. The center features several hands on exhibits and play areas. Attractions include an arts and crafts studio, construction zone, puppet theater, music and drama corner, and a train table.
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