Yadkin Valley Event Center

Topic Concert Venue

Wilkesboro, NC

Yadkin Valley Event Center offers 5,000 square feet, a 437-person ballroom, a 16-by-22-foot stage, and state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment.

  • Concerts requiring a stage and audio equipment
  • Weddings with up to 437 guests
  • Conferences and conventions needing multiple meeting rooms

Prohibition - Hot Rod & Moonshine Festival

Topic Concert Venue

Wilkesboro, NC

Prohibition - Hot Rod & Moonshine Festival combines pre-1990 car shows, live music, vendors, food, and 21-and-older moonshine tastings.

  • Attending a hot rod and classic vehicle festival
  • Viewing vehicles from 1990 and older
  • Live music paired with car-show activities

MerleFest

Topic Concert Venue

Wilkesboro, NC

MerleFest presents a 12-stage “Traditional Plus” music festival founded in 1988 as a fundraiser for Wilkes Community College.

  • Attending a multi-day roots-based music festival
  • Exploring multiple live music stages
  • Families seeking Acoustic Kids Showcases and a Little Pickers Area

Topic Concert Venue in nearby counties

FAQ

Which Wilkes County concert option has the most stages?

MerleFest features 12 stages of Traditional Plus music. The Yadkin Valley Event Center is a single event facility with a 16-by-22-foot stage.

Which option is suitable for a family music outing?

MerleFest includes Acoustic Kids Showcases and a Little Pickers Area, along with nature walks, food, crafts, and festival shopping.

Is the Prohibition festival family-friendly?

The festival includes live music, food, vendors, and vehicle activities, but moonshine sampling requires a wristband for attendees age 21 and older.

How many guests can the Yadkin Valley Event Center accommodate?

Its grand ballroom accommodates up to 437 people, with up to 5,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space overall.

What ticket options does MerleFest offer?

MerleFest provides four-day, three-day, and single-day ticket options.