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May 1, 2025Celebrate the 22nd Annual Yadkin Valley Wine Festival
Raise your glass and get ready to sip, savor, and celebrate at the 22nd annual Yadkin Valley Wine Festival. This beloved event returns on May 17th to the heart of North Carolina’s wine country, offering wine enthusiasts a chance to experience the best of the region’s vibrant wine scene. -
Jun 20, 2024Five Leisurely Trail Walks in NC’s Yadkin Valley
Not far from the Blue Ridge Parkway in Surry County, North Carolina, outdoor adventure can be rewarding without being strenuous. Enjoy 5 must-visit trails where the walking is easy. -
Mar 14, 2024Local Writer's Top 25 Things to Do in Mount Airy
Lots of writers visit Mt. Airy to experience the uniqueness of "America's Hometown." For a different take, this post covers the top things to see through the eyes of a local writer, Anna Cook. -
Dec 1, 2023Enjoy Holiday Light Displays In and Around Mayberry
Come see holidays lights in Mayberry and the Yadkin Valley. Plus, plenty of cozy lodging options are available in Mount Airy and throughout Surry County, from hotels and bed-and-breakfast inns to rental cabins and vacation homes. -
Oct 19, 2023Four Ideas for a Fabulous Date Night (or Day!) in the Yadkin Valley
Looking for a fun, romantic or adventurous date in the Yadkin Valley? Check out this list of the best date nights – or days – in the Surry County towns of Dobson, Elkin, Mount Airy and Pilot Mountain. -
Aug 30, 2023Trails & Tranquility: Riversong Offers Top-Notch Yadkin Valley Cabins
Riversong Cabin Rentals, tucked into 50 wooded acres, feature modern-built cabins with private trails, tranquility, trout fishing, a swimming hole and more, all just 10 miles from downtown Elkin, North Carolina. -
Feb 28, 2023Leave Only Footprints: 7 Steps for Responsible Adventures in Yadkin Valley
Outdoor NC provides seven principles for responsible adventures in Surry County in North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley region. Follow these guidelines for a better and more rewarding experience. -
Dec 13, 2022How Many Wineries are in Yadkin Valley, NC?
Visitors to Surry County here in the heart of NC's Yadkin Valley often ask: How many wineries are in Yadkin Valley? Fortunately, the answer is now available. Find out the number of wineries in NC wine country and see their locations on a map. -
Nov 13, 2021Cozy Yadkin Valley Fire Pits Along the Surry Wine Trail
Several wineries along the Surry County Wine Trail offer areas with fire pits, perfect for gathering ’round, telling stories, listening to music and admiring views of the Blue Ridge foothills. -
Dec 28, 2020Four Yadkin Valley Itineraries Provide a Fun Elkin Getaway
Four new Elkin itineraries showcase wine, music, outdoors and weekend getaways for your next visit to Elkin in the Yadkin Valley of the Blue Ridge foothills of North Carolina. -
Sep 25, 2020Plan a Girlfriends’ Getaway to Yadkin Valley Wine Country
Yadkin Valley is perfect for a girlfriends’ weekend in North Carolina wine country. Beautiful vineyards and an easy drive from places like Atlanta, Charleston, Charlotte, Raleigh and Roanoke. -
Jul 25, 2020These 8 Yadkin Valley Wineries are Top Spots for Picnics
Along the Surry County Wine Trail, these eight Yadkin Valley wineries are ideal spots for a picnic. Options include bringing your own picnic or picking one up when you arrive.