GET TO KNOW OUR GREAT CITY

QUICK FACTS

20 minutes from the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport
No. 3 health care system (CaroMont Health) in North Carolina
5 NCAA Division I and Division II higher education institutions within a 35-mile radius
10 minutes from Crowders Mountain State Park

RICH HISTORY

Gastonia started as a railroad depot station in the early 1870s. Over time, businesses began to open, and Gastonia was incorporated as a town by the North Carolina General Assembly in 1877. Among those businesses were textile mills. Gastonia was known as a powerhouse textile manufacturing area. One mill sent shock waves throughout the entire nation and was a pivotal moment in the city and national history. The Loray Mill strike is a testament to the grit that runs through the city's veins. Gastonia’s grit is responsible for its transformation throughout history and its rapid growth today.

GASTONIA TODAY

A three-time All America City and recipient of the U.S. Conference of Mayors top Livability Award, Gastonia is recognized as one of the area’s best places to live and work with an ideal combination of location, size, and quality of life.

Gastonia has an unparalleled natural atmosphere. for a healthy lifestyle. We have over 12 local parks to explore. If you love riding your bicycle, running, or walking, we have three major greenway trails located within the city. We are located a few minutes East of Crowders’ Mountain State Park if you love hiking. For a family day of fun on the water, grab your canoe and visit Rankin Lake.

Waterpark with white poles that have bright colored tops. Children playing in the water below the poles. Two women in the front having a conversation.

Two people riding a bike on a concrete path with trees on the side

Baseball field close up of batting diamond

SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

Options for entertainment are limitless and growing in Gastonia. Our FUSE District houses several entertainment options for our visitors and residents. CaroMount Health Park (below) is our new baseball stadium where our Gastonia Honey Hunters play.

A few blocks down is our Rotary Centennial Pavillion where the local Rotary Club hosts their infamous summer concert series.

Did you know our City hosts a Fourth of July celebration every year to celebrate America’s Independence Day?

EAT LOCAL

Gastonia is the destination for local restaurants. Our City is a melting pot of international flavors, ranging from American, European, Caribbean, Hispanic, and Asian cuisines. Downtown Gastonia is where our local restaurants shine the brightest. Visit Downtown Gastonia to explore and support our local restaurants.

Black theater sign with the word WEBB on top. White trim below the letters. The white trim is above and below the black sign. There are dots touching the white lining. In the center of the black box is the words "Custom Kitchen"."

People sitting at tables inside of a bar

Two people sitting outside at a table with a red and white umbrella eating a pizza.

Living room with two windows behind a couch. One chair on the left of picture. A coffee table in the middle. In the foreground, there are two chairs at the kitchen bar. — Source: Trenton Mill

LUXURY LIVING

As our population grows, we are expanding our living options. The City has several new residential options for people looking for a luxurious, yet affordable, place to stay.