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Hickory Premier

The premier indoor live music, bar and event venue in Hickory, North Carolina. Our 8,000 sq. ft. facility features an open air bar, state of the art sound, lighting, and space to accommodate up to 600 people. We are excited to feature some of the top artists in the region, while creating unique events that enliven the community.

See Event Calendar for upcoming dates and hours

WHAT'S HAPPENIN'

EVERY

THU

INSIDE

Cornhole Insta.HEIC

THIRSTY THURSDAY'S CORNHOLE

EVERY THURSDAY

INDOOR CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT $$$$$

SAT

Mar

28

INSIDE

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Singles Night

Presented by Resilience Wellness + Therapy. Hosted by Katrina Belmont

TICKETS: Ticket prices vary

Event: 7pm

FRI

Apr

3

INSIDE

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Open Mic Night

Hosted by Hickory Music Factory

TICKETS: FREE

Doors: 5pm

SAT

Apr

4

INSIDE

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Rockie Lynne All Star Jam

Rock n Roll

TICKETS: $10 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

Apr

10

INSIDE

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Turtle Smash

Emo Night

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

Apr

11

INSIDE

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Metal Madness

Crimson Steel, Lilith Rising, Haymaker

TICKETS: $15 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

Apr

17

INSIDE

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Shakedown Citi

The dead reborn

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

Apr

24

INSIDE

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Adam Church and Bailey Marie

A Country Music Night to Remember

TICKETS: $15 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

Apr

25

INSIDE

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Live Again Fest

Mocktallica, Apetite for Illusion, Mostley Crue, Unleashed, Sasquatch

TICKETS: $20 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 5pm, 5 bands!

SUN

Apr

26

INSIDE

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Elvis Tribute

Elvis is Back!

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 6pm, Seated Event

SAT

May

2

INSIDE

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Blue Monday

Arena Rock

TICKETS: $15 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show 8pm

FRI

May

8

INSIDE

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Deacon Black

Rock and Roll

TICKETS: $12.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

May

9

INSIDE

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Basket Case

Green Day Tribute

TICKETS: $15 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

May

15

INSIDE

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Paul Gilbert w/Greg Koch

Paul Gilbert w/Greg Koch

TICKETS: $25 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

THU

May

21

INSIDE

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Casey Clark & Friends

Songwriters in the round

TICKETS: $12 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

May

22

INSIDE

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Cowboy Kid Rock

Tribute to Kid Rock

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

May

29

INSIDE

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Bad Romeo | Throwdown Jones

Arena Rock | Rock n Roll

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

May

30

INSIDE

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Family Tradition

Hank Williams Jr. Tribute

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

June

5

INSIDE

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Southern Culture on the Skids

Southern Culture on the Skids

TICKETS: $15 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

June

6

INSIDE

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Yacht Rock with Thurston Howell Band

Musical Escapade

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

June

19

INSIDE

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Jacoozy Spring Tour

Alternative Rock

TICKETS: $20 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

June

20

INSIDE

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Rev on Live

Classic Rock

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

June

26

INSIDE

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Mac Arnold's 84th Birthday Bash

Blues

TICKETS: $17.45 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

July

10

INSIDE

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Hometown Hoedown

Mak Marie and Joey Vang

TICKETS: $17.45 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

July

18

INSIDE

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House of Hair

80's Metal

TICKETS: $15 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SUN

July

21

INSIDE

Pauly Shore comes to Hickory

Presented by Comedy Zone

TICKETS: Get your tickets in advance this will sell out

Doors: 6pm, Show @7pm

SAT

Aug

1

INSIDE

Breaking Darkness Music Fest

War of Ages | 9 bands 2 food trucks

TICKETS: Get your tickets in advance this will sell out

Doors: Full Day event

FRI

Aug

7

INSIDE

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Green Jelly

Punk

TICKETS: $20 ADV

Doors: 7pm, Show 8pm

SAT

Aug

8

INSIDE

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Firehouse

Rock and Roll

TICKETS: Prices Vary

Doors: 7pm

THE VENUE

Get ready to bang your head and crank up the energy!

Metal Madness is hitting The Premier this Saturday, April 11, 2026!

⚡ This all-ages metal show brings together heavy riffs, crushing drums, and an electric crowd for an unforgettable night of live music that fans of hard rock and metal won’t want to miss.

Get ready to bang your head and crank up the energy!

Metal Madness is hitting The Premier this Saturday, April 11, 2026!

⚡ This all-ages metal show brings together heavy riffs, crushing drums, and an electric crowd for an unforgettable night of live music that fans of hard rock and metal won’t want to miss.

Casey Clark & Friends
A Night of Live Country Music

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live country music at The Premier in Hickory, NC! Casey Clark brings together an incredible lineup of artists for a night packed with authentic country sounds, heartfelt songwriting, and powerhouse performances.

Thursday, May 21, 2025
Doors at 6:00 PM
📍109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601

Casey Clark: Hickory’s own country musician takes the stage in his hometown for a special night with friends and fans.

Molly Stevens: A Nashville-based Americana/country artist with a soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, Molly has shared the stage with legends and continues to captivate audiences everywhere she performs.

Allie Colleen: With an iconic voice that bridges classic and emerging country sounds, Allie Colleen is one of independent country music’s most exciting rising stars. Her debut album STONES has earned widespread praise and a devoted following.
All ages welcome.

Don’t miss a night of great music right here in Hickory!

Casey Clark & Friends
A Night of Live Country Music

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live country music at The Premier in Hickory, NC! Casey Clark brings together an incredible lineup of artists for a night packed with authentic country sounds, heartfelt songwriting, and powerhouse performances.

Thursday, May 21, 2025
Doors at 6:00 PM
📍109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601

Casey Clark: Hickory’s own country musician takes the stage in his hometown for a special night with friends and fans.

Molly Stevens: A Nashville-based Americana/country artist with a soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, Molly has shared the stage with legends and continues to captivate audiences everywhere she performs.

Allie Colleen: With an iconic voice that bridges classic and emerging country sounds, Allie Colleen is one of independent country music’s most exciting rising stars. Her debut album STONES has earned widespread praise and a devoted following.
All ages welcome.

Don’t miss a night of great music right here in Hickory!

🚨WEEKLY LINEUP🚨
Here’s what’s going on this weekend:

4/9 Thursday: Cornhole (Bar Opens at 5 PM)
4/10 Friday: Turtle Smash: Emo Night (Doors at 7 PM)
4/11 Saturday: Metal Madness (Doors at 7 PM)

📍109 11th ST NW Hickory, NC 28601
🎟️ Get your Tickets at HickoryPremier.com

Comment below to let us know you’ll be here!

🚨WEEKLY LINEUP🚨
Here’s what’s going on this weekend:

4/9 Thursday: Cornhole (Bar Opens at 5 PM)
4/10 Friday: Turtle Smash: Emo Night (Doors at 7 PM)
4/11 Saturday: Metal Madness (Doors at 7 PM)

📍109 11th ST NW Hickory, NC 28601
🎟️ Get your Tickets at HickoryPremier.com

Comment below to let us know you’ll be here!

The one and only Pauly Shore is hitting the stage at The Hickory Premier.

Trust us, you don’t want to miss this.

A true 90s icon, Pauly broke out on MTV with Totally Pauly, starred in cult classics like Encino Man, Bio-Dome, and Jury Duty, and has been making people laugh ever since. Now he’s bringing his live show straight to Hickory, NC for a night of non-stop comedy.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 7:00 PM

Grab your tickets before they’re gone. This one’s gonna be buuuddy.

The one and only Pauly Shore is hitting the stage at The Hickory Premier.

Trust us, you don’t want to miss this.

A true 90s icon, Pauly broke out on MTV with Totally Pauly, starred in cult classics like Encino Man, Bio-Dome, and Jury Duty, and has been making people laugh ever since. Now he’s bringing his live show straight to Hickory, NC for a night of non-stop comedy.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 7:00 PM

Grab your tickets before they’re gone. This one’s gonna be buuuddy.

On August 8th the legendary 90s rock band FireHouse is hitting the stage!

Get your tickets before they sell out.
HickoryPremier.com

On August 8th the legendary 90s rock band FireHouse is hitting the stage!

Get your tickets before they sell out.
HickoryPremier.com

🎶 Jacoozy – Spring Tour 2026 🎶

Jacoozy is bringing the Spring Tour to The Premier on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 7PM. Known for their genre-blending mix of rock, funk, and alternative energy, this band delivers a live show that keeps the crowd moving from start to finish.

If you’re looking for a night of big sound, tight musicianship, and electric atmosphere, this is it.

🎟 Tickets available now — grab yours before they’re gone.

🎶 Jacoozy – Spring Tour 2026 🎶

Jacoozy is bringing the Spring Tour to The Premier on Friday, June 19, 2026, at 7PM. Known for their genre-blending mix of rock, funk, and alternative energy, this band delivers a live show that keeps the crowd moving from start to finish.

If you’re looking for a night of big sound, tight musicianship, and electric atmosphere, this is it.

🎟 Tickets available now — grab yours before they’re gone.

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