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Visit Hickory’s 2025 Visitors Guide Wins International Design Award

By Mina Kinjo on Nov. 06, 2025

Hickory, NC (November 6, 2025) — Exciting news for Hickory! The 2025 Destination Guide has earned a Silver Davey Award in the Consumer Magazine category — an international recognition celebrating…

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Holly Jolly Hickory: A Guide to Holiday Events 2025

By Maddy Phillips on Nov. 04, 2025

Hickory’s turning up the holiday cheer, and you’re invited! From twinkling lights and festive parades to playful pop-up bars, markets, and jaw-dropping performances, we’ve got all the merry you can…

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Visit Hickory | Hickory Metro Convention Center Wins 2025 Readers’ Choice Award

By Elizabeth Clark on Oct. 16, 2025

HICKORY, N.C. (October 16, 2025) — Oh Hey, Hickory is celebrating a big win! Visit Hickory | Hickory Metro Convention Center has been named a 2025 Readers’ Choice Award winner, recognizing it as one…

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Tricks, Treats & Thrills: Halloween Fun Around Hickory

By Maddy Phillips on Oct. 15, 2025

Halloween is calling—and Hickory is ready to answer! From haunted theaters and spine-tingling historic homes to hands-on animal encounters and candy-filled adventures, this town is packed with tricks…

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Volunteers Help Shape the Future of Bakers Mountain Park

By Elizabeth Clark on Oct. 15, 2025

HICKORY, NC (October 11, 2025) – On Saturday morning from 9 to 11:30 a.m., 23 volunteers gathered at Bakers Mountain Park with one goal in mind: to care for and enhance one of the area’s most beloved…

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7 Reasons to Fall in Love with Hickory

By Maddy Phillips on Oct. 07, 2025

It doesn’t take long to fall for Hickory. Located in the foothills of North Carolina, this city blends small-town warmth with big personality — where great food, friendly faces, and creative energy…

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Hot Take: Hickory Has Better Brews Than Your Big City

By Maddy Phillips on Sep. 17, 2025

Hickory’s got the real deal. This fall, the city’s craft beer scene is serving up flavor, history, and plenty of local pride. From Olde Hickory’s timeless brews to City Walk’s bold, fresh creations…

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STS Award 2025

Visit Hickory Named Tourism Office of the Year by Southeast Tourism Society in Category 1

By Sarah Jones on Sep. 15, 2025

Hickory, NC – Visit Hickory and the Hickory-Conover Tourism Development Authority are proud to announce they have been named Tourism Office of the Year for Category 1 Markets by the Southeast Tourism…

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Fall for Hickory: Your Seasonal Event Roundup

By Maddy Phillips on Sep. 09, 2025

Leaves are turning, cider is flowing, and Hickory is packed with fall fun waiting for you. Whether it’s pumpkin picking, historic festivals, or a night of chills at the theatre, there’s no shortage of…

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Riverbend Park Clean Up Day - September 2025

Community Unites to Clean and Care for Riverbend Park

By Elizabeth Clark on Sep. 08, 2025

HICKORY, NC (September 6, 2025) – Community spirit was in full force this past weekend as volunteers joined Visit Hickory NC and partners Outdoor NC, Catawba County Parks, Keep Catawba County…

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