Drendel Auditorium
Hickory, NC
243 3rd Avenue Northeast 28601
VENUE GUIDE
Drendel Auditorium
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Drendel Auditorium
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2nd Street Inn
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.9 (59 reviews)
Baymont by Wyndham Hickory
1.9 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.6 (751 reviews)
Quality Suites Hickory South
2.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (821 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Drendel Auditorium & the Area
Drendel Auditorium is an event venue in Hickory, NC. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Drendel Auditorium for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Cranford Brother's Barbecue
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Drendel Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (339 reviews)
super taco
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (71 reviews)
Main Chick Jammin' Biscuits
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (194 reviews)
Plant Based Boss
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Drendel Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (263 reviews)
Cowa-Saké
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Drendel Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (459 reviews)
Frothy Rooster
0.4 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (184 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Club Cabaret
0.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (121 reviews)
The Downbeat
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Drendel Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (27 reviews)
Dive Bar Hickory
0.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (287 reviews)
Hickory Wine Shoppe
0.5 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (157 reviews)
McGuire's Pub
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (300 reviews)
Windy City Sundries
0.9 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Drendel Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (127 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Chai Kona
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee near Drendel Auditorium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (37 reviews)
Taste Full Beans
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,785 reviews)
Happy Sips Specialty drinks and coffee
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (42 reviews)
Chapter Coffee Co
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
Prism Coffee Co.
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (124 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.9 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (524 reviews)
Attractions
Catawba Science Center
0.1 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (322 reviews)
Hickory Landmarks Society
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (23 reviews)
Shopping
Hickory Plaza
1.4 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Drendel Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (746 reviews)
NORTHGATE PLAZA
2.0 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (254 reviews)
North Pointe Shopping Center
2.0 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Drendel Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (113 reviews)
Hickory Corners Shopping Center
2.5 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (516 reviews)
Hickory Ridge
2.7 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,909 reviews)
Longview Crossing
2.8 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (491 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Drendel Auditorium. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Cranford Brother's Barbecue
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Drendel Auditorium.
Today: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (339 reviews)
super taco
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Drendel Auditorium for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (71 reviews)
Cowa-Saké
0.4 mi from the venue
Food near Drendel Auditorium for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (459 reviews)
Hong Kong Cafe
0.4 mi from the venue
Food near Drendel Auditorium for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (596 reviews)
Notions
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Drendel Auditorium.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (387 reviews)
Vintage House Restaurant
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (486 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Club Cabaret
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (121 reviews)
The Downbeat
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (27 reviews)
Dive Bar Hickory
0.4 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (287 reviews)
Hickory Wine Shoppe
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (157 reviews)
McGuire's Pub
0.5 mi from the venue
Drinks near Drendel Auditorium after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (300 reviews)
Windy City Sundries
0.9 mi from the venue
Drinks near Drendel Auditorium after the show or game.
Today: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (127 reviews)
Getting to Drendel Auditorium
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Drendel Auditorium in Hickory, NC. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Drendel Auditorium. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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