GBA Calendar
What does 2027 have in store for our economy? Join the Gaston Business Association for our annual Economic Forecast Breakfast, presented by CaroMont Health as we take a closer look at the economic trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the year ... Come out and enjoy some coffee with local downtown Gastonia businesses leaders, residents, stakeholders, and dedicated public servants as we partake in dynamic discussions and coffee Join the Gaston Business Association’s Small Business Council for SBC Workshops, a focused learning series designed to equip small business owners with practical tools and actionable insights. Each workshop is dedicated to a specific topic relevant to ... Women 2 Women features guest speakers who are successful women in leadership positions, and they share their leadership journey and experiences with a small group of attendees at the GBA office. The Women 2 Women program provides an opportunity for ... Come out and enjoy some coffee with local downtown Cramerton businesses leaders, residents, stakeholders, and dedicated public servants as we partake in dynamic discussions and coffee Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of the 2026 Fall Leadership Gaston Class! This special event marks the culmination of months of learning, collaboration, and community engagement as participants explored Gaston County’s key industries, ... This year's Annual Celebration hosted by the Gaston Business Association is scheduled for December 4th at the Gastonia Conference Center.
Why it matters: Join us for a day filled with valuable networking opportunities, camaraderie, and celebration of ... 🎄 Get Ready for the 79th Annual Gastonia Christmas Parade! 🎅
Sunday, December 6th, 2026 @ 4:30pm (Setup at 3:00pm)
We're thrilled to announce that the beloved Gastonia Christmas Parade will return for the 79th year on Sunday, December 6th! It will ... Ladies, come connect, network, and celebrate with professional women from across Gaston County at our upcoming Professional Women's Association Social! Come out and enjoy some coffee with local downtown Dallas businesses leaders, residents, stakeholders, and dedicated public servants as we partake in dynamic discussions and coffee Kickoff the newest GBA Downtown Partnership with Cramerton, NC businesses leaders, residents, stakeholders, and dedicated public servants as we partake in dynamic discussions and coffee at Confluence South Fork & the Catawba Riverkeeper.
Coffee/social ...GBA Calendar
2027 Economic Forecast
7:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Downtown Gastonia Caffeine and Conversation November 2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Small Business Council Workshop
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Professional Women's Association Women 2 Women
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Cramerton NC Caffeine and Conversation November 2026
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Leadership Gaston Graduation Fall 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
2026 GBA Annual Celebration, presented by CaroMont Health
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
79th Annual Gastonia Christmas Parade
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Professional Women's Association Social
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Dallas NC Caffeine and Conversation December 2026
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cramerton NC Caffeine & Conversation (February)
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM