Events

The NC Trail Days festival celebrates the great outdoors each June in Elkin, a trails town located on the Yadkin River in the Blue Ridge foothills of the Yadkin Valley.

Shop fresh and local at the Mount Airy Farmers Market, part of the Surry County Farmers Market. Open Fridays from 9:00 a.m. - Noon running through September 2026.

Historic Downtown Mount Airy Ghost Tours are held every Friday and Saturday night at 8pm beginning May through November 13. Join us for an exciting 90-minute, lantern-lit walking tour through Mount Airy's streets and its historic past. You will hear about 13 of our "less mortal" friends and some of Mount Airy's resting places. Tours begin at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History, 301 N. Main Street. Wear comfortable shoes and bring your camera and umbrella, if needed. Tickets are $20 (tax included) and pre-paid reservations are required! Call the Museum at 336-786-4478.

Are you looking for more Ghosts?  Don't miss the Pilot Mountain Ghost Tours held the first Friday of every month May through October. This 60-minute tour will lead guests through Downtown Pilot Mountain where you will hear stories of murder, aliens, and maybe even bigfoot! The tour begins at The Grove Teas and Botanical Gifts located at 127 W. Main Street in Pilot Mountain at 8pm. Wear comfortable shoes and bring your camera and umbrella, if needed. Tours are rain or shine. Tickets are $20 (Tax Included) and advance purchase is recommended!

Since 1972, the Blue Grass & Old-Time Fiddlers Convention has honored Surry County’s rich musical legacy, drawing musicians and fans from near and far to celebrate the roots of old-time and bluegrass music. Now in its 54th year, the convention continues to be a highlight of the summer, filled with music, movement, and community spirit.

The NC Trail Days festival celebrates the great outdoors each June in Elkin, a trails town located on the Yadkin River in the Blue Ridge foothills of the Yadkin Valley.

Shop fresh and local at the Pilot Mountain Farmers Market, part of the Surry County Farmers Market. Open Saturdays from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. running through September 2026.

Shop fresh and local at the Elkin Farmers Market, part of the Surry County Farmers Market. Open Saturdays from 9:00 a.m.–Noon and Tuesdays (starting May 26) from 5:00–7:30 p.m., running through September 2026.

Historic Downtown Mount Airy Ghost Tours are held every Friday and Saturday night at 8pm beginning May through November 13. Join us for an exciting 90-minute, lantern-lit walking tour through Mount Airy's streets and its historic past. You will hear about 13 of our "less mortal" friends and some of Mount Airy's resting places. Tours begin at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History, 301 N. Main Street. Wear comfortable shoes and bring your camera and umbrella, if needed. Tickets are $20 (tax included) and pre-paid reservations are required! Call the Museum at 336-786-4478.

First Saturdays of each month, May - November enjoy an exciting 60-minute round trip trolley ride through Mount Airy's streets and its historic past. You will hear about 13 of our "less mortal" friends and some of Mount Airy's resting places. Tours begin at the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History, 301 N. Main Street. Wear comfortable shoes and bring your camera and umbrella, if needed. Tickets are $35 (tax included) and pre-paid reservations are required! Call the Museum at 336-786-4478.

Since 1972, the Blue Grass & Old-Time Fiddlers Convention has honored Surry County’s rich musical legacy, drawing musicians and fans from near and far to celebrate the roots of old-time and bluegrass music. Now in its 54th year, the convention continues to be a highlight of the summer, filled with music, movement, and community spirit.

Head to downtown Pilot Mountain with the family to enjoy vintage cars, meet the owners, swap stories and listen to live music.