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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

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THIRSTY THURSDAY'S CORNHOLE

EVERY THURSDAY

INDOOR CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT $$$$$

FRI

May

8

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Deacon Black

Rock and Roll

TICKETS: Prices vary, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

May

9

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Basket Case

Green Day Tribute

TICKETS: Prices vary VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

May

15

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Paul Gilbert w/Greg Koch

Paul Gilbert w/Greg Koch

TICKETS: Prices varyVIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

THU

May

21

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Casey Clark & Friends

Songwriters in the round

TICKETS: Prices vary, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

May

22

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Cowboy Kid Rock

Tribute to Kid Rock

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

May

23

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Metal Madness

Cryptive, more bands to be announced

TICKETS: Prices Vary, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

May

29

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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

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Family Tradition

Hank Williams Jr. Tribute

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

June

5

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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

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Yacht Rock with Thurston Howell Band

Musical Escapade

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

THU

June

18

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Micro Wresting Returns

Micro One

TICKETS: Prices Vary

Time: 7pm

FRI

June

19

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Jacoozy Spring Tour

Alternative Rock

TICKETS: $20 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

June

20

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Rev on Live

Classic Rock

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

June

26

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Mac Arnold's 84th Birthday Bash

Blues

TICKETS: $17.45 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

June

27

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Carolina Troubadours

Pure Country

TICKETS: $17.45 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

FRI

July

10

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Hometown Hoedown

Mak Marie

TICKETS: $17.45 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

July

18

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House of Hair

80's Metal

TICKETS: $15 ADV, VIP Packages Available

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

TUE

July

21

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Pauly Shore comes to Hickory

Presented by Comedy Zone

TICKETS: Get your tickets in advance this will sell out

Doors: 6pm, Show @7pm

FRI

July

24

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Bourbon Sons

Country

TICKETS: Prices vary

Show: 7pm

SAT

July

25

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NEON DREAM DANCE PARTY

EDM and House Music

TICKETS: Prices vary

Doors: 8pm

FRI

July

31

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On the Border

The Ultimate Eagles Tribute

TICKETS: Prices vary

Doors: 7pm, Show @8pm

SAT

Aug

1

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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

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Green Jelly

Punk

TICKETS: $20 ADV

Doors: 7pm, Show 8pm

SAT

Aug

8

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Firehouse

Rock and Roll

TICKETS: Prices Vary

Doors: 7pm

SAT

Aug

15

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Evolution Summer Fest

Variety

TICKETS: Prices Vary

Show: 2-11pm

SAT

Aug

22

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Elvis is Back

Jim Riser

TICKETS: $17.50 ADV + VIP packages

Doors: 6pm

SAT

SEPT

19

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Saving Abel with Scotty Austin

Explosive Rock

TICKETS: Prices Vary

Doors: 7pm, Show 8pm

SAT

OCT

10

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Sickfest 26'

Sickman, Deep 6, Stone Temple Project, As Daylight Dies, Let Love Rule, Frizzle Fries

TICKETS: Prices Vary

Doors: 3pm

THE VENUE

90s Country Music Night at The Premier

Boot-scootin’ season is HERE — and we’re taking it all the way back to the golden era of country music!

Join us for a live tribute night packed with the biggest hits of the 90s. Think George Strait, Kenny Chesney, and all the artists that defined a generation of country. Featuring Carolina Troubadours bringing the sounds of your favorite 90s legends to life on stage.
Whether you grew up with these songs or just know every word by heart, this is your night. Come ready to two-step, sing loud, and make some memories.

Grab your boots, grab your crew, and grab your tickets before they’re gone.

90s Country Music Night at The Premier

Boot-scootin’ season is HERE — and we’re taking it all the way back to the golden era of country music!

Join us for a live tribute night packed with the biggest hits of the 90s. Think George Strait, Kenny Chesney, and all the artists that defined a generation of country. Featuring Carolina Troubadours bringing the sounds of your favorite 90s legends to life on stage.
Whether you grew up with these songs or just know every word by heart, this is your night. Come ready to two-step, sing loud, and make some memories.

Grab your boots, grab your crew, and grab your tickets before they’re gone.

“Take it easy … but take it!”

On The Border: The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Live in Hickory!

On The Border brings the sound and spirit of the Eagles 5-part harmonies, crystal-clear instrumentation, and a setlist stacked with hits like Hotel California, Take It Easy, Life in the Fast Lane, and more.

Seen on AXS TV’s “The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands”, On The Border has wowed crowds across the U.S. with their faithful renditions and high energy performances.
Now they’re bringing that magic to Hickory, NC:

Grab yours and get ready to relive the legacy of the Eagles live on stage

“Take it easy … but take it!”

On The Border: The Ultimate Eagles Tribute Live in Hickory!

On The Border brings the sound and spirit of the Eagles 5-part harmonies, crystal-clear instrumentation, and a setlist stacked with hits like Hotel California, Take It Easy, Life in the Fast Lane, and more.

Seen on AXS TV’s “The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands”, On The Border has wowed crowds across the U.S. with their faithful renditions and high energy performances.
Now they’re bringing that magic to Hickory, NC:

Grab yours and get ready to relive the legacy of the Eagles live on stage

🌻 Hometown Hoedown featuring Mak Marie 🌻

She started singing at age 3, taught herself guitar, moved to Nashville, and never looked back. Now she’s coming home.

Mak Marie, Hickory’s own Nashville recording artist, takes the stage for a night of soulful, Bohemian country with the voice of Norah Jones and the spirit of Stevie Nicks. With special guests Gun Shy and Joey Vang, this is a full night of live music you won’t find anywhere else.

Live music. Local artist. Unforgettable night. ✨

Don’t miss your chance to be in the room when Hickory welcomes one of its own back home. Grab your tickets before they’re gone!

🌻 Hometown Hoedown featuring Mak Marie 🌻

She started singing at age 3, taught herself guitar, moved to Nashville, and never looked back. Now she’s coming home.

Mak Marie, Hickory’s own Nashville recording artist, takes the stage for a night of soulful, Bohemian country with the voice of Norah Jones and the spirit of Stevie Nicks. With special guests Gun Shy and Joey Vang, this is a full night of live music you won’t find anywhere else.

Live music. Local artist. Unforgettable night. ✨

Don’t miss your chance to be in the room when Hickory welcomes one of its own back home. Grab your tickets before they’re gone!

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

5/7 Thursday: Cornhole (Bar Opens at 5 PM)
5/8 Friday: Deacon Black (Doors at 7 PM)
5/9 Saturday: Basket Case (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:

5/7 Thursday: Cornhole (Bar Opens at 5 PM)
5/8 Friday: Deacon Black (Doors at 7 PM)
5/9 Saturday: Basket Case (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!

Metal Madness Round 2 is back 🤘

We kicked it off once… now we’re running it even louder.

Featuring CRYPTIVE: living by the metal, dying by the metal

We’re not done yet… more bands still to be announced

Grab your tickets now!

Metal Madness Round 2 is back 🤘

We kicked it off once… now we’re running it even louder.

Featuring CRYPTIVE: living by the metal, dying by the metal

We’re not done yet… more bands still to be announced

Grab your tickets now!

Nominations are open for the Hickory Daily Record’s Best of Catawba Valley 2026, and we would love your support.

If The Premier has been your go-to spot for a great night out, a place you have brought friends and family, or just somewhere that has made Hickory feel like home, this is your chance to show it!

Click the link below to go to the nomination page. Scroll down to Entertainment, select Best Live Music Venue, and nominate The Premier.
https://hickoryrecord.com/exclusive/readerschoice/ballot-2026/#// 
Nominations close April 29. Voting opens June 10. 
We built this place for this community, and your support means everything to us. Thank you for being part of what makes it worth showing up every night! 
♥️The Premier Team

Nominations are open for the Hickory Daily Record’s Best of Catawba Valley 2026, and we would love your support.

If The Premier has been your go-to spot for a great night out, a place you have brought friends and family, or just somewhere that has made Hickory feel like home, this is your chance to show it!

Click the link below to go to the nomination page. Scroll down to Entertainment, select Best Live Music Venue, and nominate The Premier.
https://hickoryrecord.com/exclusive/readerschoice/ballot-2026/#// 
Nominations close April 29. Voting opens June 10. 
We built this place for this community, and your support means everything to us. Thank you for being part of what makes it worth showing up every night! 
♥️The Premier Team

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