Cleveland County
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"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." -John C. Maxwell
Visit Cleveland County
Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Cleveland County is steeped with heritage, beautiful landscapes, comfortable climates, a stable economy, and friendly people. Whether you are interested in outdoor recreation, the arts, or dining and shopping, we have it all right here.
Our county is the gateway between Asheville and Charlotte. Cleveland County is centered between two of the largest metropolitan areas of the Carolinas, Charlotte and Greenville/Spartanburg.
Area Attractions
Even though Cleveland County is a relaxing, low-key community, there are still exciting events and attractions to be enjoyed. Individuals of all ages can find something fun to do on any given day of the week. With over 100 festivals and events held annually, there are always places to meet the locals. Attractions include wineries, a restored 1919 cir. all-wood carrousel, historic downtowns and one-of-a-kind shopping boutiques.
Arts & Entertainment
Allen Griffin Pottery
302 S Lafayette St, Shelby
Buffalo Creek Gallery
104 E Warren St, Shelby
Cleveland County Arts Council
111 S Washington St, Shelby
Joy Performance Theatre
202 S Railroad Ave, Kings Mountain
The Don Gibson Theatre
318 S Washington St, Shelby
The Earl Scruggs Center
103 S Lafayette St, Shelby
The LeGrand Center
1800 E Marion St, Shelby
Events
American Legion World Series
230 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby - americanlegionworldseries.com
Uptown Shelby Association
211 S. Trade Street, Shelby - uptownshelby.com/events
Community Interest
Bankers House
319 N Lafayette St, Uptown Shelby
Belwood Heritage Museum/Old Belwood School
133 Carpenter's Grove Church Road
Boiling Springs YMCA
112 E College Ave
Cleveland County Fairground
1761 E Marion St
Cleveland County Memorial Library
104 Howie Dr
Dover Foundation YMCA
133 Carpenter's Grove Church Road
International Lineman's Museum
1761 E Marion St
Kings Mountain Fire Museum
210 Cleveland Ave
Kings Mountain Historical Museum
100 E Mountain St
Kings Mountain YMCA
211 N Cleveland Ave
Lawndale Historical Museum
119 Piedmont Ave
Mauney Memorial Library
100 S Piedmont Ave
Metcalf Station
2930 Polkville Rd
Presidential Culinary Museum
301 Cleveland Ave, Grover
Southern Arts Society
301 N Piedmont Ave
Spangler Branch Library
112 Piedmont Dr
Golf Courses
Challenger 3 Golf Course
1650 N Post Rd
Cleveland Country Club Golf Course
1360 E Marion St
Deer Brook Golf Club
201 Deerbrook Dr
Kings Mountain Country Club Golf Course
109 Country Club Rd
River Bend YMCA Golf Course
3005 Longwood Dr
Royster Memorial Golf Course
850 W Sumter St
Outdoor Recreation
Broad River Greenway
126 Broad River Dr
Cherry Bounce Bicycle Trail
NC 182 - Upper Cleveland County
Crowder's Mountain State Park
522 Park Office Lane
Davidson Park
North Sims St
Holly Oak Park
809 Holly Oak Dr
Kings Mountain National Military Park
2525 Park Road
Kings Mountain State Park
2525 Park Road
Kings Mountain Walking Track Park and Playground/YMCA
211 Cleveland Ave
Moss Lake
2641 Oak Grove Rd, Kings Mountain
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Runs throughout Cleveland County
Patriots Park
222 Railroad Ave, Kings Mountain
Shelby City Park
850 W Sumter St, Shelby
South Mountain Family Camp
142 Mace Rd
South Mountain State Park
3001 South Mountain Park Ave
Shopping
Cleveland Mall
2001 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby
Downtown Kings Mountain
Uptown Shelby Association
211 S. Trade Street, Shelby - http://uptownshelby.com/uptown-businesses/retail
Colleges & Universities
Cleveland Community College
137 S Post Rd, Shelby
Gardner-Webb University
110 S Main St, Boiling Springs