Downtown Hickory

Head on Downtown Hickory for the 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧, Under The Sails! Open from 10am - 1pm today or Saturday from 8am-1pm!

🎤🎶 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟏𝟗 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝟕𝐩𝐦❗🎤🎶

Once rooted in bluegrass, the band put down the banjo and decided to rock. And rock they do!

The City of Hickory’s 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, presented by Protection Products, Inc., returns to the heart of downtown Hickory this spring and fall, presenting free concerts of live original music under The Sails on the Square. Performances will begin at 7 p.m., Friday evenings in May, June, and September.

Music fans will also enjoy a change of venue for a special 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 concert at the Samuel William Davis, Sr. Multipurpose Field in Taft Broome Park on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 5 p.m., in conjunction with the Festival on the Field event.
Supporting sponsors of the series include Bob Sinclair Music, Larry’s Music & Sound, Pfahlert Creative Labs, Olde Hickory Brewery, and Crowne Plaza.

In addition to the seating available at Union Square, audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. A variety of close-by bars and restaurants offer food and beverages.

ABC permitted businesses within the Hickory Downtown Social District will sell beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages in specially marked cups that may be consumed on Union Square, sidewalks, and other public areas within the designated boundaries of the social district. No outside alcohol may be brought into the social district. To review additional restrictions and a detailed map of the social district’s coverage area, visit www.hickorync.gov/downtown-social-district.

For more information about the Sails Original Music Series and upcoming bands, please visit www.hickorync.gov/SailsMusic and follow the Sails Original Music Series page, www.facebook.com/SailsMusic.

Slow Down Sundays: Yoga on the Square

Take a moment to slow down and start your Sunday with intention in Downtown Hickory.

Join us on Sunday, June 28 from 9:00–10:30 AM at the CommScope Stage on Union Square for a relaxing morning of yoga.

This all-levels class is the perfect way to reset, recharge, and enjoy the beauty of downtown. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or just getting started, all are welcome.

🧘‍♀️ Instructor: Angela

In partnership with HDDA & C7 Fitness Studio

Bring your yoga mat, water, and a friend—and come enjoy a peaceful start to your day.

💙 Breathe in. Slow down. Be present.

Tag someone you want to bring with you!

✨ Big News for Downtown Hickory! ✨

Downtown Hickory has once again been named an Accredited Main Street America™ program for 2026—a recognition of our community’s commitment to downtown revitalization and economic growth.

This designation reflects the incredible work happening every day by our local businesses, property owners, volunteers, and partners who continue to invest in making downtown a vibrant, welcoming place for all.

Across North Carolina, Main Street communities are making a real impact—bringing new businesses, jobs, and investment to their downtowns. We’re proud that Hickory continues to be part of that momentum.

💙 This recognition belongs to our entire community.

Learn more about what’s happening in Downtown Hickory:
www.downtownhickory.com

Learm more about North Carolina Main Street Center:
www.commerce.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2026/06/15/north-carolina-main-street-communities-achieve-national-accreditation-2026

🎶 Make Music Day is coming to Downtown Hickory! 🎶

Join us on Sunday, June 21 from 3–8 PM at the CommScope Stage on Union Square for a celebration of music, community, and local talent!

As part of the global Make Music Day, happening in cities around the world, Downtown Hickory will come alive with performances from talented students of:

🎵 Hickory Music Factory
🎵 Golden Rule Music School

This free community event is all about bringing people together through the joy of music—so bring your lawn chairs, your friends, and enjoy an afternoon and evening on the Square.

Hosted by:
Hickory Downtown Development Association, Hickory Music Factory, Golden Rule Music School, and Arts Culture Catawba

💙 Come experience the sound of our community.

Tag someone you want to bring with you!

Hickory Farmers Market's 𝗟𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁 is June 13th from 8am - 1pm under the sails in Downtown Hickory. Join us for Fresh Lavender, Live Music, Local Vendors & More!

Support Local. Shop Fresh. Celebrate Lavender.

🎤🎶 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐢 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝟕𝐩𝐦❗🎤🎶

She’s a classy, charming songbird! She owns the stage and fills it with her oh-so-fine original pop-styled songs. The band will bring it, too!

The City of Hickory’s 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, presented by Protection Products, Inc., returns to the heart of downtown Hickory this spring and fall, presenting free concerts of live original music under The Sails on the Square. Performances will begin at 7 p.m., Friday evenings in May, June, and September.

Music fans will also enjoy a change of venue for a special 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 concert at the Samuel William Davis, Sr. Multipurpose Field in Taft Broome Park on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 5 p.m., in conjunction with the Festival on the Field event.
Supporting sponsors of the series include Bob Sinclair Music, Larry’s Music & Sound, Pfahlert Creative Labs, Olde Hickory Brewery, and Crowne Plaza.

In addition to the seating available at Union Square, audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. A variety of close-by bars and restaurants offer food and beverages.

ABC permitted businesses within the Hickory Downtown Social District will sell beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages in specially marked cups that may be consumed on Union Square, sidewalks, and other public areas within the designated boundaries of the social district. No outside alcohol may be brought into the social district. To review additional restrictions and a detailed map of the social district’s coverage area, visit www.hickorync.gov/downtown-social-district.

For more information about the Sails Original Music Series and upcoming bands, please visit www.hickorync.gov/SailsMusic and follow the Sails Original Music Series page, www.facebook.com/SailsMusic.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲, 𝐀𝐦𝐲! 🎉

We are so grateful to have you as the Executive Director of the Hickory Downtown Development Association. Your leadership, dedication, and passion for our downtown community have made a lasting impact over the past seven years. Thank you for all that you do to help Hickory thrive. Wishing you continued success and many more years of making a difference!

Congratulations on this milestone! 🎊

Head on Downtown Hickory for the 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧, Under The Sails! Open from 10am - 1pm today or Saturday from 8am-1pm! 𝗘𝗮𝘁, 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 will be doing a Cooking Demonstration today!

🎤🎶 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟏𝟐 𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐢 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝟕𝐩𝐦❗🎤🎶

She’s a classy, charming songbird! She owns the stage and fills it with her oh-so-fine original pop-styled songs. The band will bring it, too!

The City of Hickory’s 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, presented by Protection Products, Inc., returns to the heart of downtown Hickory this spring and fall, presenting free concerts of live original music under The Sails on the Square. Performances will begin at 7 p.m., Friday evenings in May, June, and September.

Music fans will also enjoy a change of venue for a special 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 concert at the Samuel William Davis, Sr. Multipurpose Field in Taft Broome Park on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 5 p.m., in conjunction with the Festival on the Field event.
Supporting sponsors of the series include Bob Sinclair Music, Larry’s Music & Sound, Pfahlert Creative Labs, Olde Hickory Brewery, and Crowne Plaza.

In addition to the seating available at Union Square, audience members are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. A variety of close-by bars and restaurants offer food and beverages.

ABC permitted businesses within the Hickory Downtown Social District will sell beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages in specially marked cups that may be consumed on Union Square, sidewalks, and other public areas within the designated boundaries of the social district. No outside alcohol may be brought into the social district. To review additional restrictions and a detailed map of the social district’s coverage area, visit www.hickorync.gov/downtown-social-district.

For more information about the Sails Original Music Series and upcoming bands, please visit www.hickorync.gov/SailsMusic and follow the Sails Original Music Series page, www.facebook.com/SailsMusic.