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07/16/2026

Elkin shines after dark. ✨
Patio dinners, live music, local wineries, and evening strolls all make for the perfect summer night. Read our latest blog for inspiration and start planning your next evening out.

There’s something special about summer evenings in Elkin. When the heat finally breaks and the mountains begin to glow in the fading light, a different side of town emerges. Live music fills downtown, patio tables buzz with conversation, and the Yadkin Valley settles into the kind of evening that ...

07/15/2026

Sip, savor, and explore. 🍷

📍Grassy Creek Vineyard & Winery

07/14/2026

There are so many amazing wineries throughout the Yadkin Valley that it's impossible to fit them all into one blog! 🍇 We picked a handful of favorites to help inspire your next outing before summer comes to an end. Which winery is your go-to?

Summer may be winding down, but there's still time for one (or maybe a few) more glass(es) of wine with a view. There's no shortage of picturesque vineyards and tasting rooms in the Yadkin Valley that are perfect for soaking in the end of a beautiful season in Elkin. We've rounded up a few favorites...

07/13/2026

🎸 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎸
We're giving away 6 tickets to see Robert Jon & The Wreck live at Jones von Drehle Vineyards & Winery on Friday, July 18! 🎶
Here's how to enter:
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🎟️ Tag your concert buddies in the comments. Each tag counts as an additional entry, so tag away!
🎟️ Share this post for a bonus entry (optional).
The winner will be announced and contacted Thursday. Good luck, and we'll see you at the show! 🤘🍷

07/13/2026

Rainy day? ☔ It's the perfect time to start planning the week ahead and your guide is here!
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07/10/2026

Happy Food Truck Friday! 🚚✨ The food trucks will be rockin' and rollin' in downtown Elkin from 12–8 PM! Come grab a bite, enjoy live music, and see the smiling faces at one of our favorite places. We can't wait to see y'all! 🌮🎶

07/09/2026

Life is better on the river 💙 🛶

07/08/2026

It's Food Truck Friday week in Elkin! Join us this Friday at the Yadkin Valley Heritage & Trails Center for great food, cold drinks, and live music by 3 Toe Possum. We'll see y'all there!

07/07/2026

Hey there, current chasers! 🛶 Our latest blog has everything you need for the perfect day on the Yadkin River, from access points and outfitters to local spots for a bite after your float. Check it out here!

There’s no better way to slow down and soak up summer than by spending a day on the Yadkin River. With easy access points, local outfitters, and stunning views, Elkin makes it simple to plan the perfect river adventure.

07/06/2026

There's always something happening in Elkin! 🌿 This week's lineup includes Food Truck Friday, live music, local markets, family activities, and more. See what's happening July 6–12 in this week's events newsletter.

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