Breakfast with Santa

Come eat breakfast with Santa! The City of Gastonia Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Breakfast with Santa event at the Rankin Lake Clubhouse on Saturday, December 5 from 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM.
Registration/payment deadline is Sunday, November 16.
Each person attending must purchase a ticket. Children's tickets are for children 16 and under. Those tickets will receive a small gift. If you are bringing an infant or child who cannot eat solid foods, they do not need a ticket, but they will not be given a gift. If you would like your child to receive a gift, please ensure you purchase the child ticket.
Breakfast includes assorted waffles, grits, bacon breakfast casserole, egg and cheese sliders, fruit salad, orange juice and milk.
To purchase tickets, please visit:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/breakfast-with-santa-33557/
Santa at the Lake

Come and take a free family picture with Santa! Bring your own camera!
Santa will be at the Rankin Lake viewing pier. In the case of inclement weather, Santa will be at the Rankin lake clubhouse indoors.
Christmas in the City

December 6, 2026 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Rotary Centennial Pavilion and downtown Gastonia
Gaston County Jaycees Christmas Parade, Keep Gastonia Beautiful Tree Lighting, music and free entertainment
For more information, visit the Christmas in the City Eventeny page.
Easter Egg Hunt
More Information regarding the Easter Egg Hunt will be released in December 2026.
Made in Gastonia

April 17, 2027 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Rotary Centennial Pavilion and downtown Gastonia
Made in Gastonia: An Arts & Creativity Festival is a celebration of local artists, makers and creativity! Enjoy hands-on art activities, meet local artists and watch them demonstrate their crafts, explore a marketplace featuring local vendors and handmade goods, and experience food demonstrations, food trucks and live music. Whether you're creating something yourself, discovering a new artist or simply enjoying the festivities, there's something for everyone!
Made by artists. Made by makers. Made by you.
For more information and event applications, visit the Made in Gastonia Eventeny page.
Juneteenth Festival
More Information regarding the Gastonia Juneteenth Festival will be released in November 2026.
