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Upcoming Events in Wilkesboro North Carolina


April

10 - 13 MerleFest - Since 1978 - Americana music celebration hosted by Doc & Richard Watson in memory of Eddy Merle Watson. Come and join the 80,000+ folks who attend this 4 day event each year starting on the last Thursday in April. Crafts, food, dance, and family activities. Visit our website for tickets & information.

US 421 to exit #286B onto NC 268 West to Wilkes Community College. Festival is held on the entire campus.

Address: WCC Campus , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: 800-343-7857 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: merlefest@wilkescc.edu
Web: www.merlefest.org/

May

26 CandleLight Ghost Tours - Experience a historical tour of Old Wilkes by candlelight with an excellent storyteller in period costume describing tales of ghostly happenings such as the infamous Tom Dooley that spent time in the Old Wilkes jail, and the Smithey family that still haunts the old Smithey Hotel (now Tory Oak Restaurant).

The Candlelight Ghost Tours are owned and operated by Wilkes Heritage Museum.

Address: Old Wilkes Jail, 203 N. Bridge St., Wilkesboro Museum, 100 East Main Street , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: directorwhm@candlelightghosttours.org
Web: www.wilkesheritagemuseum.com/Ghost/
Fee: $10

June

30 - 14 Tom Dooley; A Wilkes County Legend - Outddor Drama - The intriguing true story of Tom Dula (aka Dooley), of love + murder & the hanging of a man many believed innocent. ?Hang Down Your Head Tom Dooley?....Pardon Tom Dooley...Seem familiar? Admission TBA. Show dates: June 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29 and July 1, 2, 3, & 5.

Address: Forest Edge Amphitheater, Fort Hamby, Wilkesboro
1534 South Recreation Road
Wilkesboro, NC 28697 , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)838-7529 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: playmaker@pcshome.net
Fee: Fee

31 CandleLight Ghost Tours - Experience a historical tour of Old Wilkes by candlelight with an excellent storyteller in period costume describing tales of ghostly happenings such as the infamous Tom Dooley that spent time in the Old Wilkes jail, and the Smithey family that still haunts the old Smithey Hotel (now Tory Oak Restaurant).

The Candlelight Ghost Tours are owned and operated by Wilkes Heritage Museum.

Address: Tours begin at the Old Wilkes Jail, Wilkesboro Museum, 100 East Main Street , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: directorwhm@candlelightghosttours.org
Web: www.wilkesheritagemuseum.com/Ghost/
Fee: $10

14 Bandit's Challenge Triathlon - Nationally recognized NC Triathalon Series - 1 of 15 that comprise the NCTS. 9th annual challenge in the uniquely beautiful and scenic venue of W. Kerr Scott! Only 1 other competition matches the same distance and difficulty level in the NCTS. Intl. distance race legs are: 1500 meter SWIM, 45K BIKE, & 10K RUN. Individuals can choose to compete in the triathlon as a 2-3 person relay team. Also includes an AquaBike race category - swim 1500 meters and bike 45K.

Address: W.Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir, 499 Reservoir Road , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)838-3991 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: jonesracingcompany.com/bandits-challenge-triathlon

July

28 CandleLight Ghost Tours - Experience a historical tour of Old Wilkes by candlelight with an excellent storyteller in period costume describing tales of ghostly happenings such as the infamous Tom Dooley that spent time in the Old Wilkes jail, and the Smithey family that still haunts the old Smithey Hotel (now Tory Oak Restaurant).

The Candlelight Ghost Tours are owned and operated by Wilkes Heritage Museum.

Address: Tours begin at the Old Wilkes Jail, Wilkesboro Museum, 100 East Main Street , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: directorwhm@candlelightghosttours.org
Web: www.wilkesheritagemuseum.com/Ghost/
Fee: $10

August

2 CandleLight Ghost Tours - Experience a historical tour of Old Wilkes by candlelight with an excellent storyteller in period costume describing tales of ghostly happenings such as the infamous Tom Dooley that spent time in the Old Wilkes jail, and the Smithey family that still haunts the old Smithey Hotel (now Tory Oak Restaurant).

The Candlelight Ghost Tours are owned and operated by Wilkes Heritage Museum.

Address: Tours begin at the Old Wilkes Jail, Wilkesboro Museum, 100 East Main Street , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: directorwhm@candlelightghosttours.org
Web: www.wilkesheritagemuseum.com/Ghost/
Fee: $10

September

16 Blue Ridge Gospel Music Morning - In the court room of the restored courthouse ? now museum, local church choirs, praise bands, and quartets perform live and are broadcast as a part of the WWC 1240AM Saturday morning radio show. Event is free to the public but Museum admission fees apply to tour.

Address: Wilkes Heritage Museum, 100 East Main Street, Wilkesboro
100 East Main Street
Wilkesboro, NC 28697 , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Fee: Fee

2 Zombie Festival - Wilkes Heritage Museum and The Candlelight Ghost Tours of Wilkes Announce - A ZOMBIE FESTIVAL!!! 6:00 - 9:00pm.

6:00-8:00 events for ages 12 and under.
8:00-9:00 competition/walk/dance for ages 13 and over.

*** MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW ***

Please check back OR follow us on Facebook for the latest information!

www.facebook.com/WHMZombieFest?ref=hl

Address: Wilkes Heritage Museum, 100 East Main Street , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: directorwhm@candlelightghosttours.org
Web: www.facebook.com/WHMZombieFest?ref=hl

October

27 CandleLight Ghost Tours - Experience a historical tour of Old Wilkes by candlelight with an excellent storyteller in period costume describing tales of ghostly happenings such as the infamous Tom Dooley that spent time in the Old Wilkes jail, and the Smithey family that still haunts the old Smithey Hotel (now Tory Oak Restaurant).

The Candlelight Ghost Tours are owned and operated by Wilkes Heritage Museum.

Address: Tours begin at the Old Wilkes Jail, Wilkesboro Museum, 100 East Main Street , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: directorwhm@candlelightghosttours.org
Web: www.wilkesheritagemuseum.com/Ghost/
Fee: $10

17 CandleLight Ghost Tours - Experience a historical tour of Old Wilkes by candlelight with an excellent storyteller in period costume describing tales of ghostly happenings such as the infamous Tom Dooley that spent time in the Old Wilkes jail, and the Smithey family that still haunts the old Smithey Hotel (now Tory Oak Restaurant).

The Candlelight Ghost Tours are owned and operated by Wilkes Heritage Museum.

Address: Tours begin at the Old Wilkes Jail, Wilkesboro Museum, 100 East Main Street , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: directorwhm@candlelightghosttours.org
Web: www.wilkesheritagemuseum.com/Ghost/
Fee: $10

December

29 Christmas with Old Wilkes - Enjoy pleasant Holiday music from local church choirs! Little ones visit with Santa! Refreshments and merriment for all! Tour the museum, the Old Jail and the Robert Cleveland house.

Address: Wilkes Heritage Museum, 100 East Main Street , Wilkesboro, North Carolina
Ph: (336)667-3171 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: directorwhm@candlelightghosttours.org
Web: www.wilkesheritagemuseum.com

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Red Carpet Inn

Stay with us! We offer complimentary continental breakfast, cable, internet access, pets allowed in some rooms (and dog kennel), moderate restaurant on-site and meeting room available. Centrally located off US Hwy 421

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Wilkes Community College

Wilkes Community College is committed to providing comprehensive education & educational support services for Wilkes, Ashe & Alleghany county students and beyond w/a variety of services +

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Holiday Inn Express

Located off 421 at the entrance of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, the Inn at Wilkesboro is the perfect place for business or leisure. Our newly appointed guest rooms are spacious with such in-room amenities as irons &

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Oakwoods Country Club

Course Access: Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 4

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Burger King

Located at Wilkes Community College, we're within walking distance of the MerleFest (Merle Watson Festival), Hampton Inn and College Park Inn.

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