Carowinds: Military gets in free today

Join us as we pay tribute to our brave military service men and women by offering FREE park admission to any active, inactive or retired United States Service men and women with a valid military I.D., or proof of service.

'Dads scheduled for 12 holiday parades

SAL Champions will be Grand Marshal of Hickory parade

The Hickory Crawdads will be participating in 12 parades this holiday season, including serving as the Grand Marshal of the parade in Hickory. The parade season kicks off in Hickory on Friday, Nov. 20, where the South Atlantic League Champion Crawdads will lead the procession through downtown. 

Suite sale gives 'Dads fans free food, drinks

Fans receive $150 of free concessions with suite or party patio

Going to a Crawdads game is a lot of fun, but sometimes you want to plan a special event at the park. We've attended parties and celebrations at the stadium in suites and on a party patio. Both were special and very enjoyable. It's even better when you can book it with a special.

Hickory Crawdads Fall Fling is Nov. 14

Annual free event includes turkey raffle, hayrides, ticket deals 

Our Hickory Crawdad Champions may be on season break, but that hasn't stopped the fun at the stadium. The Hickory Crawdads annual Fall Fling is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, with the free autumn event running from 11 am - 1 pm at L.P. Frans Stadium.

$3.99 Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Dozens

Congrats to the Panthers. Since they won, we win.  Today we can buy Original Glazed dozens for $3.99 in N.C. and S.C. only. Customer pays sales taxes. 
 Some restrictions do apply. Offer not available in grocery stores. 

Carowinds makes a big splash with 2016 #CarolinaHarbor Waterpark plans and more

Carowinds 2016 - the largest water park in the Carolinas

This morning Carowinds unveiled it's plans to bring the Carolina coastal experience to guests with an historic water-park expansion in 2016. The transformation is part of the park’s commitment to celebrate Carowinds’ heritage as the place where the Carolinas come together, creating an “aquatic playground” with thrilling new attractions, new amenities and a new coastal name - Carolina Harbor.

Rodney Atkins to perform at L.P. Frans

Crawdads host country star on Saturday, Oct. 17

Atkins will perform at L.P. Frans Oct. 17.

The Hickory Crawdads are playing host to country music star Rodney Atkins at L.P. Frans Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 17. Presented by The Big Dawg 92.1 FM, the concert will begin at 7pm with doors opening at 5:30 pm.

Crawdads open house, Easter Egg Hunt 4/4

Free event includes Easter Egg Hunt, CVCC game

The Hickory Crawdads are opening their doors for their annual Open House on Saturday, April 4 at L.P. Frans Stadium from 10am - 1pm, with the free event including an Easter Egg hunt, ticket deals, and a Catawba Valley Community College baseball game.

Military veterans need your vote to earna franchise fee-free 7-Eleven store 3/29

7‑Eleven’s Operation: Take Command

Contestants' videos on Facebook; Final three to be interviewed by 7‑Eleven's CEO

And now there are 10, including a N.C. soldier. Ten military veterans soon to leave the U.S. Armed Forces are competing for the public’s votes and the opportunity to own a 7‑Eleven® franchise without the expense of paying the fees. A Facebook video competition for the semi-finalists in 7‑Eleven’s Operation: Take Command franchise giveaway ends on March 29.

Lazy 5 Ranch to hold Helicopter Egg Drop

6th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza

Join Lazy 5 Ranch on March 28 and April 4 for a fun and educational family day.

Mary the giraffe recently gave birth to a calf and she is taking care of him. The ranch is watching to make sure he stands and begins nursing.

Zootastic Park to hold Easter Egg hunts

ZooTastic Park plans two Easter Eggs Hunts

ZooTastic Park will be holding two Easter Egg Hunts this year. Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 29 and Saturday, April 4.  There will be three age groups (0-3, 4-6 and 7-10).

Crawdads release 2015 promo calendar

With the recent snow and cold, a lot of people have spring fever.
Next week the forecast is expected to be near 70 degrees. That sounds like perfect baseball weather. 

The Hickory Crawdads begin its 2015 season with an exhibition game against Lenoir-Rhyne University on Tuesday, April 7 at L.P. Frans Stadium. The Crawdads will begin its South Atlantic League schedule on Thursday, April 9 when the team hosts the Hagerstown Suns.

Kids woke up to snow in N.C.

It doesn't snow much here, so for us to get five inches was a sweet surprise for the kids. They not only got to stay home from school, but this snow is perfect for making snowballs and snowmen. It's also great for sledding.

Hickory Crawdads Valentine's Day Package

2 VIP tickets, on-field batting practice 

The Hickory Crawdads are offering a brand-new Valentine's Day Package, giving fans the perfect gift to express their love of both baseball and their significant other. 

Win a copy of Susie's Hope DVD 12/22

Susie's Hope DVD Giveaway

Hosted by: Life in a House of Testosterone

Co-Hosted by: Heartbeats ~ Soul Stains | Libby’s Library | Deliciously Savvy | Simply Sherryl | Mrs. Kathy King

Animal Bliss | The World of Contest Patti | A Little Bit of Everything | Dreaming of Leaving

Every time I see or hear about an animal being abused I want the abuser to face the same abuse. I will never understand what possesses them to be so cruel.

Everyone should see Susie's Hope. Maybe we can all do more to help animals before it's too late.

Join the Crawdads Fall Fling 11am-1pm 11/15

Free event to feature turkey raffle, hayrides, and season food

By Aaron Cox / Hickory Crawdads
The Hickory Crawdads annual Fall Fling will be held on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 11am-1pm at L.P. Frans Stadium. The family-friendly event is free to the public, with activities including hayrides, arts and crafts, inflatable bounce house, speed pitch, bobbing for apples, and more. 

Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Doughnuts $3.99 10/6

The Panthers won the football game on Sunday. Now, if you live in N.C. or S.C. you win, too. Today you can buy a dozen Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Doughnuts for $3.99. Customer must pay sales tax.

This offer is subject to product availability at participating locations. Please, call in advance to check if your store is included. Not available at convenience or grocery stores.

Crawdads Baseball Camp to be held July 22-25

The Hickory Crawdads and Barkley Baseball School are pleased to announce the first Crawdads Baseball Camp at L.P. Frans Stadium. The four day camp will be held on July 22-25, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. daily. Sign up early and save.

Attention N.C. Amazon shoppers

This is the last night you can place an order tax free at Amazon in North Carolina. 

Beginning tomorrow, Feb. 1, Amazon will begin collecting sales taxes in N.C.

Krispy Kreme is having a FanFest 7/13

Krispy Kreme invites you to FanFest for its 76th birthday on Saturday, 9-noon, at Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts and Winston Square Park, in Winston Salem, N.C.