# Events & Things To Do In Gastonia on 2nd May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Gastonia on 2nd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Gastonia on 2nd May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Gastonia

- **Event Name**: Shrapnyl
  - **Description**: Heart-thumping, high octane Rock and Roll with the one and only Shrapnyl!

Join us for an evening of your favorite hard rock songs through the ages as Shrapnyl takes the stage for 3+ hours of hard-hitting anthems and riffs.

Tickets are $10 in advance, $1
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 18
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/shrapnyl/200029823811512
  - **Venue**: 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, United States, North Carolina 28052
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  - **Categories**: music
- **Event Name**: 13th Annual Women's Tea and Social
  - **Description**: Hello Ladies.

It's that time!!!  Plans are in the works for our 13th Annual Women's Tea and Social, "Rise Up!"  and the initial invitations have gone out.  If you requested one and did not get it, please check your spam.

This is a free event by invitati
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/13th-annual-womens-tea-and-social/200029672738924
  - **Venue**: Gastonian Halls
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- **Event Name**: Myrtle School STEAM Fest: Ignite the Future
  - **Description**: It was so nice we have to do it twice! Save the Date. We are hosting our 2nd Annual STEAM Fest on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Check the flyer for details.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 4
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/myrtle-school-steam-fest-ignite-the-future/200029625796554
  - **Venue**: 121 Hartman St, Gastonia, NC 28052-1274, United States
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  - **Categories**: festivals
- **Event Name**: Girl Power - HER Edition
  - **Description**: Get ready to celebrate fierce women and unstoppable God given Power at this Girl Power- HER Edition meetup!About this EventLadies expect Healing, Empowerment, Revival. This event will be an encounter with God to GET OUR R
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 02:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/girl-power-her-edition/100001985020884902
  - **Venue**: 2500 Crescent Ln
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: meetups
- **Event Name**: The Rooted in Love: Mother & Daughter Brunch
  - **Description**: A safe, grace-filled space where mothers and adult daughters can heal and rediscover the beauty of their relationship.About this EventThe vision for this women’s brunch is to create a safe, grace-filled space where mother
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/the-rooted-in-love-mother-and-daughter-brunch/100001985344558017
  - **Venue**: 1401 Hoffman Rd
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  - **Price**: USD 34
- **Event Name**: Saturday Storytime
  - **Description**: A family storytime for all ages of storytelling, book-sharing, songs and participatory activities.

All programs are subject to change
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:30 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/saturday-storytime/200029771887911
  - **Venue**: 5800 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC, United States, North Carolina 28056
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  - **Categories**: storytelling

## Trending Events in Gastonia

- **Event Name**: Fourth of July Celebration
  - **Description**: Come out to downtown Gastonia on Saturday, July 4 from 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM! There will be food trucks, a beer garden, vendors, entertainment, a free KidsZone and fireworks will begin around 9:30 PM.
There will be live music from 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM. A local m
  - **Venue**: Rotary Centennial Pavilion
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- **Event Name**: 9th Annual Gaston County Public Library Comic-Con
  - **Description**: Join us for our 9th Annual Gaston County Public Library Comic-Con! Enjoy incredible artists, comic book vendors, costume contests, a scavenger hunt, food trucks, the 501st Legion, and an incredible group of community partners! 

The Gaston County Public L
  - **Venue**: Gaston County Public Library
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- **Event Name**: Funky Monks LIVE in Gastonia
  - **Description**: The Ultimate Red Hot Chili Peppers Experience

We’re kicking off the 2026 Gastonia Concert Series with a high-energy show you don’t want to miss.

Funky Monks is a nationally known Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band bringing the sound, energy, and attitud
  - **Venue**: Gastonia Ghost Peppers
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- **Event Name**: 🎉 Cinco de Mayo Festival 2026 – Gastonia 🇲🇽 | Festival 2026 (5º Anual)
  - **Description**: 🎉 🚨  ANUNCIO ESPECIAL 🚨 🎉 
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🎉 ¡Estás Invitado! 5º Festival Anual de Cinco de Mayo 🇲🇽

¡Ven a celebrar con nosotros en el centro de Gastonia!

📅 Domingo, 3 de mayo
⏰ 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Este evento es posible gracias a la colaboraci
  - **Venue**: Downtown Gastonia
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- **Event Name**: Southern Maryland Blue Crabs at Gastonia Ghost Peppers at CaroMont Health Park
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Southern Maryland Blue Crabs at Gastonia Ghost Peppers at CaroMont Health Park, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at CaroMont Health Park in the heart of Gaston
  - **Venue**: CaroMont Health Park
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- **Event Name**: Charleston Dirty Birds at Gastonia Ghost Peppers at CaroMont Health Park
  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Charleston Dirty Birds at Gastonia Ghost Peppers at CaroMont Health Park, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic CaroMont Health Park in Gastonia,
  - **Venue**: CaroMont Health Park
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- **Event Name**: Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy: Chapter Two - Gastonia
  - **Description**: ⭐ The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy returns to Gastonia for a haunting sequel that delves even deeper into the macabre. This time, the Poe Historians bring four new tales from Poe's dark imagination to life, each paired with a fresh selection of classic cockt
  - **Venue**: Gastonian Halls
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- **Event Name**: A Different Course of Action: A Benefit for Domestic Violence Survivors
  - **Description**: The Rooster is teaming up with Shellshock Promotions, Cutthroat Concerts & Sunflower & Madhattor for:

A Different Course of Action

A benefit show for Hope United Survivors Network & The Cathy Mabry Cloninger Domestic Violence Shelter

Along
  - **Venue**: 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, United States, North Carolina 28052
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- **Event Name**: Swifty Saturday
  - **Description**: ✨ SWIFTY SATURDAY ✨
Calling all Taylor lovers 🫶🎶

Join us for Swifty Saturday — an afternoon of live music, tiny tattoos, and permanent jewelry inspired by all things Taylor.

🎤 Live Music by: Ellie Morgan
🖋 Tiny Tattoos: Honey Line Ink
💫 Permanent Jewelr
  - **Venue**: 170 S South Street, Gastonia, NC
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Shrapnyl (Sat May 02 2026 at 07:30 pm at 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, United States, North Carolina 28052), 13th Annual Women's Tea and Social (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at Gastonian Halls), Myrtle School STEAM Fest: Ignite the Future (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at 121 Hartman St, Gastonia, NC 28052-1274, United States), Girl Power - HER Edition (Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm at 2500 Crescent Ln), The Rooted in Love: Mother & Daughter Brunch (Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am at 1401 Hoffman Rd).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Girl Power - HER Edition (Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm at 2500 Crescent Ln).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Gastonia on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Gastonia include 334 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC, United States, North Carolina 28052, Gastonian Halls, 121 Hartman St, Gastonia, NC 28052-1274, United States.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Gastonia range from USD 34 to USD 34. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Gastonia include The Rooster, On Good Ground Christian Fellowship, Myrtle School Community Association.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Gastonia.

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