# Festivals in Gastonia 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Gastonia 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
- **Type**: category

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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Gastonia. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Gastonia, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Gastonia listed on one platform - we have you covered.

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## Festivals Events in Gastonia

- **Event Name**: Bigfoot in the Park
  - **Description**: Your adventure begins at Base Camp, where Bigfoot hunters will check in, gather their gear, and attend a pre-hunt briefing to prepare for their expedition. 

Once briefed and ready, hunters will depart Base Camp and head into the park on a self-guided hun
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/bigfoot-in-the-park/200030595268421
  - **Venue**: George Poston Park
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Gastonia Fall Festival
  - **Description**: Come out to downtown Gastonia on Saturday, October 17 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM! There will be food trucks, live music, vendors, entertainment, a free KidsZone with mechanical rides, inflatables, and carnival games with prizes.

*Please bring your own lawn c
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat Oct 17 2026 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/gastonia-fall-festival/200030121430645
  - **Venue**: Rotary Centennial Pavilion
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  - **Categories**: festivals, fall-festivals, music, carnivals, live-music, food-drinks, entertainment
- **Event Name**: HOLA Austin Fest 2026
  - **Description**: ¡Atención Austin, TX! 📣  ***COMING SOON** 
¡Regresa el festival más esperado... HOLA AUSTIN FEST 2026! 🔥🙌🏻

Únete a nosotros para una celebración única llena de música, cultura y tradición. Este evento será una fiesta inolvidable que no te querrás perder.
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  - **Date**: Sun Oct 11 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/hola-austin-fest-2026/200030554385309
  - **Venue**: COMING SOON
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- **Event Name**: Annual 5k Trail Run/2k Walk & Half Pint Race
  - **Description**: Bit of Hope Ranch Annual 5K Trail Run, 2K Walk & Half-Pint Race

Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026, for the Bit of Hope Ranch Annual 5K Trail Run, 2K Walk & Half-Pint Race!

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind race experience as you travel through wooded tr
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 07:30 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/annual-5k-trail-run-2k-walk-and-half-pint-race/200030433465130
  - **Venue**: 5001 Cr Wood Rd, Gastonia, NC
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  - **Categories**: sports, trips-adventures, nonprofit, health-wellness, mental-health
- **Event Name**: Hearthfire: A Pagan Homecoming 2026
  - **Description**: Please join us for the 3rd year of Hearthfire: A Pagan Homecoming!
A pagan festival dedicated to creating community! 
Open to the public!
Expect vendors, readers, classes, workshops, and rituals!
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    - Count: 183
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 04:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gastonia/hearthfire-a-pagan-homecoming-2026/200030042103303
  - **Venue**: Rotary Centennial Pavilion
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## Trending Events in Gastonia

- **Event Name**: Finesse Live in Downtown Gastonia | September 12
  - **Description**: Get ready for smooth vocals, classic hits, and a full-stage R&B performance that keeps the party going from start to finish!

Finesse is bringing the groove, energy, and showmanship to the Rotary Pavilion for a late-summer Saturday night in Downtown G
  - **Venue**: Rotary Centennial Pavilion
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- **Event Name**: Gastonia Ghost Peppers vs. Lexington Legends
  - **Venue**: CaroMont Health Park
- **Event Name**: Officer Eudy Live Comedy Show
  - **Description**: Officer Eudy is coming home to North CarolinaAbout this EventJoin Officer Eudy, Franklin Blvd Media, Gaston Homegrown, and VKC Productions as we come together for a special fundraiser benefiting Hope United Survivor Netwo
  - **Venue**: The Rooster
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- **Event Name**: 8th Annual Jeep Show and Shine
  - **Description**: Thank you for joining our Event Page!!
This page will be your go-to regarding all information about this year's 8th Annual Jeep Show & Shine benefiting The Love Like Lauren Foundation. 

The foundation was started in honor of Lauren Turner after she l
  - **Venue**: 2316 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054-6016, United States
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- **Event Name**: 14th Annual BLK DIMNDS Classic: The Black Party
  - **Description**: 14 years. One legendary night.  Join us for the final BLK DIMNDS Black Party- an elevated night of class, style, culture & celebration.About this EventFor 14 years,
  - **Venue**: Indulche Sports Bar and Lounge
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- **Event Name**: Bigfoot in the Park
  - **Description**: Your adventure begins at Base Camp, where Bigfoot hunters will check in, gather their gear, and attend a pre-hunt briefing to prepare for their expedition. 

Once briefed and ready, hunters will depart Base Camp and head into the park on a self-guided hun
  - **Venue**: George Poston Park
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- **Event Name**: Among the Giants: The Grand Unveiling
  - **Description**: Be one of the first to see the Elizabeth Williams Robinson Hall of Dinosaurs at the opening night gala!

Walk among the giants during an extraordinary evening featuring first access to the new exhibit, craft cocktails, curated small bites, live music, and
  - **Venue**: 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC, United States, North Carolina 28054
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- **Event Name**: Gastonia Fall Festival
  - **Description**: Come out to downtown Gastonia on Saturday, October 17 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM! There will be food trucks, live music, vendors, entertainment, a free KidsZone with mechanical rides, inflatables, and carnival games with prizes.

*Please bring your own lawn c
  - **Venue**: Rotary Centennial Pavilion
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- **Event Name**: Brewstock Music Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Brewstock Music Festival is back!

You asked and we listened. September 26th we're bringing you a massive cross scene blend of local artists from NC, SC, and VA. Come out for a day of great music, food, vendors, and fun.

Tickets available at www.Brewstoc
  - **Venue**: The Rooster
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Bigfoot in the Park (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 am at George Poston Park), Gastonia Fall Festival (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 03:00 pm at Rotary Centennial Pavilion), HOLA Austin Fest 2026 (Sun Oct 11 2026 at 02:00 pm at COMING SOON), Annual 5k Trail Run/2k Walk & Half Pint Race (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 07:30 am at 5001 Cr Wood Rd, Gastonia, NC), Hearthfire: A Pagan Homecoming 2026 (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 am at Rotary Centennial Pavilion).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Gastonia in September 2026?
  - **A:** Bigfoot in the Park (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 am at George Poston Park), Hearthfire: A Pagan Homecoming 2026 (Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 am at Rotary Centennial Pavilion).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals 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 Festivals 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 Festivals events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Gastonia include George Poston Park, Rotary Centennial Pavilion, COMING SOON.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Gastonia include Gaston County Parks & Recreation, City of Gastonia Government, Hola Austin fest.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals 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 Festivals events in Gastonia?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Gastonia.

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