# Contests Events | List Of All Upcoming Contests Events In Hickory - **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming contests events in Hickory, find information & tickets for upcoming contests events happening in Hickory. - **Category**: ## About Explore all upcoming contests events in Hickory, find information & tickets for upcoming contests events happening in Hickory. ## Events in Hickory - **Event Name**: SALT Block Derby Party - **Description**: SATURDAY, MAY 2 | 4:30 P.M. | SALT BLOCK CAMPUS - NORTH LAWN Early Bird tickets for the 2026 SALT Block Derby Party are now live. Now through April 17, you can save $25 on your ticket, bringing the price to $75 (regularly $100). Don’t miss what we like t - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 66 - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 04:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hickory/salt-block-derby-party/200029802687438 - **Venue**: SALT Block Foundation - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9hOTEyYTRmNDM4MzVhODM5OTNlMjJmMTJiYzE3YmI2MjBhMTU0MmRiODhkOGU1ZmEyNDkxMGM4YTU1MmNmNDA2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y1ZjRmNC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc3NTU2NjM2MQ.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment, kentucky-derby, contests - **Event Name**: Variations of Transformation - **Description**: A concert of new classical music for piano: solos and duets! Featuring premieres of original works by the performers.About this EventIf you love classical piano music, you will love this concert!Heather Niemi Savag - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hickory/variations-of-transformation/100001984308391816 - **Venue**: St. Lukes United Methodist Church - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy85OTVhOTRhODM1YTU0NmE3Y2ZiZjY3MDI1ZmEzY2NiMGI2YzFlODViNzEwOWI0YzI1NWI0MTA1MzNlMGM2MDkxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2ZmZmZmZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzI1MjMwNjc.avif - **Price**: USD 23 - **Categories**: entertainment, music, music-festivals, contests, festivals, art, concerts, performances, business, literary-art, live-music, theatre, conferences, jazz ## Trending Events in Hickory - **Event Name**: Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) - Hickory Area! - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLII https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/33906b20-a410-11f0-97 - **Venue**: Geitner Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e02909321fff796baf4d51f6bc4b3052e69d556355866166d2b0b7501e1bc955-rimg-w612-h408-dc46491c-gmir.jpg?v=1759905017 - **Event Name**: Salem Red Sox at Hickory Crawdads at LP Frans Stadium - **Description**: πŸŽ‰ Welcome to Salem Red Sox at Hickory Crawdads at LP Frans Stadium, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! πŸ›οΈ Join us at LP Frans Stadium in the heart of Hickory, NC - **Venue**: LP Frans Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ae24a670-bba9-11f0-a828-97e3d3b6f322-rimg-w1200-h600-dcd8d2c7-gmir.jpg?v=1762499790 - **Event Name**: Repticon Hickory - **Description**: This show features everything that you’ve come to love most about Repticon’s two days of fun and excitement! See live animals from around the world, purchase pets and pet products direct from the experts at amazing prices you won’t find anywhere else, and - **Venue**: Hickory Metro Convention Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/5dc79aec31708351427e844221597df4f6f41cf573fc6068aa23d3d9b7d8ef45-rimg-w1100-h576-dc131806-gmir?v=1775888544 - **Event Name**: Southern Culture on the Skids - **Description**: Southern Culture on the Skids πŸ“ 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601 πŸ“… Friday, June 5 πŸ•– 7:00 PM Southern Culture On The Skids have been bringing their high-energy blend of rock & roll, surf, country, and R&B since 1983. Hailing from Chapel Hill, NC - **Venue**: Hickory Premier - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/7c193903f5fc44c403cb86d1a118024547aa19fa58295f9ef4b897b4d467077b-rimg-w1200-h675-dc161617-gmir?v=1776043103 - **Event Name**: Hickory Crawdads vs. Salem Red Sox - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Hickory Crawdads vs. Salem Red Sox, where extraordinary moments await! πŸ›οΈ Located at L.P. Frans Stadium in dynamic Hickory, NC, this event will become the - **Venue**: L.P. Frans Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/4d8e3cd0-dc7f-11f0-98cc-77e631188975-rimg-w1200-h600-dc333129-gmir.jpg?v=1766109977 - **Event Name**: Henry River Paranormal Tour - **Description**: Explore the haunted history of Henry River Mill Village on a paranormal tour filled with eerie stories and mysterious energy.About this EventJoin us for a paranormal tour of Henry River Mill Village β€” explore the 1900's m - **Venue**: Henry River Mill Village - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/f81e57e75aab49fd0125f04d3dfa514ba0617d126344af16e0fbae580a3774e8-rimg-w1200-h784-dc302d08-gmir.jpg?v=1774142434 - **Event Name**: Hickory Crawdads vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at Hickory Crawdads vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! πŸ›οΈ Set against the backdrop of L.P. Frans Stadium in dynamic Hickory, - **Venue**: L.P. Frans Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/9816e4b0-33f4-11f1-99a0-e133baf342d3-rimg-w1200-h332-dc5f5e60-gmir.webp?v=1775726104 - **Event Name**: 9th Annual Project Lifesaver Car Show - **Description**: πŸš— 9th Annual Project Lifesaver International Car Show πŸš— πŸ“… Sunday, May 3, 2026 ⏰ 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM πŸ•¦ Show Car & Vendor Registration begins at 11:30 AM πŸ“ CVCC – West Wing Parking Lot 2550 US Hwy 70 SE Hickory, NC 28602 πŸ’΅ Registration Fees: β€’ $20 per - **Venue**: Catawba Valley Community College - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/410d4e3306817a1460645bec80893a19757d861cb8185ec2a3871ac4a6468b90-rimg-w1200-h1552-dcffffff-gmir?v=1775665752 - **Event Name**: Hickory Literary Festival - **Description**: Hickory Public Library will host the second annual Hickory Literary Festival with featured authors Virginia Evans and Meagan Church on Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, on the SALT Block. Presented by Corning in partnership with Redhawk Publicati - **Venue**: 375 3rd St NE, Hickory, NC, United States, North Carolina 28601 - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/855e20d7c595a326626d4bef40e0b2317bb5c5d784bf7d5193612f9181a87f50-rimg-w1200-h667-dcffffff-gmir?v=1775699506 ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top events in Hickory? - **A:** SALT Block Derby Party (Sat May 02 2026 at 04:30 pm at SALT Block Foundation), Variations of Transformation (Sat May 02 2026 at 07:00 pm at St. Lukes United Methodist Church). - **Q**: How can I find events in Hickory? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Hickory 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 Hickory? - **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 Hickory? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Hickory include SALT Block Foundation, St. Lukes United Methodist Church. - **Q**: What is the price range for events in Hickory? - **A:** Prices for events in Hickory range from USD 23 to USD 23. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Hickory? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Hickory include SALT Block Foundation, Heather Niemi Savage. - **Q**: Are there any online events available? - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. 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