Explore Elkin

09/03/2026

One last day to RSVP!
Join us for The ARK's Annual Fall Ball on September 25 for an evening of dinner, live music and a silent auction, all benefiting TheArk Elkin, our local women’s and family shelter.
Your support helps The ARK continue providing a safe place and vital resources for families in our community.
RSVP by tomorrow, September 4! See the flyer for details.

09/02/2026

Live in or around Elkin? Want to stay in the know, support local events and score some pretty great perks along the way?
Elkin Explorers recently received an exclusive discount on Milltown Get Down tickets for October 9–10. If you’re already an Explorer and don’t see the discount in your inbox, reach out to us and we’ll make sure you get the details.
Not an Explorer yet? There’s still time to join! Elkin Explorers help support Explore Elkin events and initiatives throughout the year while enjoying exclusive events, an Explorer Discount Card with savings at local businesses and other special perks along the way.
Visit exploreelkin.com/elkin-explorers to become an Elkin Explorer!

09/01/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 through October 15, and we have the perfect way to celebrate right here in Elkin!
Join us for the Elkin Hispanic Heritage Festival on September 5 for a day filled with live music, dancing, delicious food, local vendors and more.
Learn more about the festival and the meaning behind Hispanic Heritage Month in our latest blog!

The festival brings the community together for a day filled with music, food, dancing, local vendors and plenty to experience. It's a chance to celebrate the cultures and traditions represented throughout Elkin and the surrounding area, while enjoying a great day downtown.

08/31/2026

🎟️ GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎟️
We’re giving away 4 tickets to see The Band Loula at The Stage at Jones von Drehle Vineyards & Winery on September 5!
Want to win? Just comment below and tag your concert buddies! Each tag counts as an additional entry, so tag everyone you’d want to bring along.
The winner will be announced and contacted on Thursday, September 3. Good luck! 🎶

08/31/2026

A new week means a new lineup of things to do in Elkin!
Live music, local events, the Elkin Hispanic Heritage Festival and more are all happening this week. Check out the latest Explore Elkin newsletter and start making your plans!

https://conta.cc/4y41UDg

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day from some of our favorite four-legged explorers! 🐾

Around here, there are plenty of adventures that are even better with your best friend by your side.

08/25/2026

For Chuck and Diana Jones, Elkin started as the perfect place to grow grapes and became the perfect place to put down roots.

In our latest Faces of Elkin feature, we’re sharing the story behind Jones von Drehle Vineyards & Winery, what brought Chuck and Diana to the Yadkin Valley, and why they believe the people and sense of community are what make Elkin so special.
Read their story at the link below!

08/24/2026

Check out this week’s Explore Elkin newsletter for upcoming events, live music, local happenings and more. Click the link below to see what’s happening around town!

https://conta.cc/4cZKkIi

08/20/2026

Calling all wedding venues and vendors! 💍
Elkin Weddings is growing, and we’re looking for local businesses to join us!
If you’re a venue, photographer, florist, caterer, baker, DJ, hair and makeup artist, lodging provider or other wedding professional serving Elkin and the Yadkin Valley, we’d love to have you be part of our local wedding guide.
Elkin Weddings helps couples discover the venues, vendors and services they need to plan their big day while showcasing the incredible wedding industry right here in our community.
Interested in getting your business listed? Visit ElkinWeddings.com and click Get Listed to learn more and submit your information!

https://www.elkinweddings.com/get-listed

Whether you’re a venue, photographer, florist, caterer, planner, or another wedding professional, we’d love to have you be part of this new resource for couples getting married in Elkin and the Yadkin Valley area!

08/19/2026

Celebrate culture, community and tradition at Elkin’s Hispanic Heritage Festival! 🎉
Join us Saturday, September 5 for an evening filled with live music, traditional dancing, authentic mariachi, handcrafted goods, local vendors and plenty of delicious food. Come experience the sights, sounds and flavors of Hispanic culture while celebrating the people and traditions that make our community so special.
Admission is FREE, so bring your family and friends and join us for the celebration! 💃🎶