Live music in Hickory, NC

Blue Collar Cycle Company - Hickory hosts DYING TO LIVE (DtL), a Charlotte heavy rock band committed to powerful, high-energy performances that hit hard and leave a lasting impression.

Shady Ln delivers a live set at Iron Thunder Saloon & Grill - Hickory during the venue’s bike night. The evening features live music from Shady Ln alongside the bike night atmosphere.

Billed as North Carolina's longest running cruise-in, this weekly gathering features classic cars, music, raffles, friendly company, and plenty of food. Please do not park in the pharmacy lot until parking there is permitted, and avoid burnouts or engine revving.

Written by Irene Sankoff and David Hein, Come From Away is presented in the McCreary Theatre. The musical recounts the true story of 7,000 airline passengers unexpectedly grounded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland after 9/11 and the generosity they received there. With a heartfelt score and clear storytelling, it highlights community, compassion, and human connection in a time of crisis. Tickets will be released in stages for benefactors, season ticket holders, and then the general public.