Live music in Wilkesboro, NC

This open mic welcomes performances ranging from cover songs and original work to poetry and more. Everyone is welcome, and content should remain within PG-13 guidelines. There is no charge to watch or to perform.

Sponsored by Explore Elkin, this community Old-Time jam highlights music from local and regional traditions under the leadership of Joe Thrift. There is no charge to attend or participate, whether you plan to listen or play. The session gathers in a welcoming circle where musicians can learn new tunes and share the music together.

Gravity brings together Elizabeth Futter, Emma Hatton, and Nikki Bentley, celebrated for their turns in Wicked on the West End and Broadway, for a one-night concert at the Walker Center in Wilkesboro. This exclusive event revisits the roles that defined them and the songs that shaped their journeys, blending signature anthems, powerhouse vocals, and a few surprises for an evening of Broadway-caliber entertainment. Musical theatre fans, whether longtime devotees or newly inspired by Wicked, can look forward to soaring singing and vivid storytelling. Tickets start at $40 plus taxes and fees. A pre-show dinner is available, featuring a baby kale and spinach salad with blueberries, cranberries, diced apples, sunflower seeds, and goat cheese dressed in a brown sugar Dijon vinaigrette, followed by a buffet of prime rib (see website for pricing), roasted salmon, grilled chicken, crispy smashed potatoes, sautéed kale, roasted corn, and fresh rolls. The featured dessert is a Wicked Good Swiss Roll, a pink lemonade cake filled with a light lemon custard. Sponsored by Carolina West Wireless.

Sid Stratton, a hard rock trio from Florida, shares the bill with Young Other from Massachusetts and North Carolina’s own Prowess at Copperhead Road. The grill will be open with a full menu, and admission is $15.

A night dedicated to dancing, with a lively, high energy atmosphere that keeps the floor in motion.

The Elkin Valley Cruise-In brings classic cars, live music, and family-friendly fun to the Yadkin Valley Heritage & Trails Center in downtown Elkin. Visitors can explore the lineup of classic rides, enjoy performances at the River Stage with support from Explore Elkin, and soak in a welcoming community atmosphere. Admission is free and everyone is welcome.