Ribbon Cutting | Tequila Taco Bar
2026-05-01 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Tequila Taco Bar, 828 Harrison Ave, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Ribbon Cutting Celebration – Tequila Taco Bar
Join us as we officially welcome Tequila Taco Bar to Elkins with a ribbon cutting celebration!
Friday, May 1, 2026 10:30 AM 828 Harrison Ave., Elkins, WV
Be part of the celebration as we cut the ribbon and support this exciting new addition to our community!
BONUS: The first customers attending the ribbon cutting will receive a lunch discount following the ceremony! Limited availability – don’t miss out!*This offer is not valid all day and is for ribbon cutting attendees!
Lunch service begins at 11:00 AM
Come celebrate, grab a bite, and help us give Tequila Taco Bar a warm Elkins welcome!

First Friday | Downtown Elkins
2026-05-01 16:00 - 21:00 UTC | Downtown Elkins, Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
First Friday in Downtown Elkins just got EVEN better!
First Friday | Aloha Elkins-Randolph County!
Friday, May 1
4:00–9:00 PM (Check Hours Below)
Historic Downtown Elkins
Get ready to sip, stroll, shop, and dine island-style in downtown Elkins! This month’s First Friday is bringing all the tropical vibes—and you do NOT want to miss it!

**LIVE MUSIC FEATURE** | 209 Davis Ave.
Kick off your night at Tricketts with an incredible performance by Nat Frederick!
5:00 PM | Trickett’s
A talented singer, songwriter, and storyteller bringing the perfect First Friday energy. Start your night here—or make it your main stop!

**GET CREATIVE** | 300 Davis Ave.
Elkins Sewing Center is hosting Open Sew during First Friday!
4:00–9:00 PM
Bring a project, start something new, or just enjoy a relaxed, creative space with fellow makers. All skill levels welcome!

Clementine’s Cantina (6–8 PM) | 122 Davis Ave.
Live music with Tiki Hut Dan
Pineapple Salsa & Lemon Pepper Chicken
$3 Beer Specials
Wear a Hawaiian shirt = FREE lei + chips (while supplies last!)

Beander’s Restaurant and Tavern | 314 Davis Ave.
Piña Colada (keep the glass + sunglasses )
Boozy Hawaiian Punch in a tropical glass
Summer Salad Kick Off (Shrimp or Chicken)
FREE lei with specials

Bambino’s Bistro* | 1221 3rd Street
Hawaiian Pizza (sample $2.00)
Triple Layer Chocolate Cake (full $8.75 | sample $3.00)

Las Trancas Elkins | 25 Randolph Ave.
Blue Moon – $1.99
Heineken – $1.99
Yuengling – $1.99
Texas Fajitas – $12.99
Piña Loca – $17.49

3rd Street Tattoo (4–8 PM) | 115 3rd Street
$10 OFF Permanent Jewelry

Ceramics with Class (4–9 PM) | 203 Davis Ave.
Open Paint Night – fun for all ages!

Artists At Work | 329 Davis Ave.
Stay tuned for their First Friday plans!

Lukestone Legacy (5–9 PM) | 220 Davis Ave.
Wine Slushie Flight: Tropical Sangria • Limoncello • Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc
Hawaiian Mac Salad • Pineapple Pulled Pork • Mango Sticky Rice
Featuring A’La Board Plates & Platters

Oxley House Cocktail Bar & Restaurant | 206 Davis Ave.
Participating in First Friday — details coming soon! Stay tuned!

Sunsets & Salutations Yoga | 108 3rd St.
5:30 PM
The Atrium at Seneca Mall
Hosted by Dreaming Tree Healing Arts

Rovira Studio| 306 Railroad Ave.
One of downtown’s newest businesses—stop in and say hello!

Big Timber Brewing | 2 Davis Ave.
Details coming soon!

Participating restaurants will offer sample sizes so you can taste your way through downtown! Some restaurants will also be part of a punch card and if you visit all participating locations, you will be entered to win!
Family-friendly. High energy. Community vibes.
Wear your florals, bring your friends, and come experience Aloha Elkins-Randolph County!
Want to participate?
Email executivedirector@erccc.com be included in marketing!

Elkins Farmer's Market @ Elkins Town Square
2026-05-02 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-09 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Elkins Town Square Ampitheatre, 315 Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
The Elkins Farmers Market is a diverse collection of vendors who bring the freshest produce, meats, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more to the Elkins community.
Visit us on Saturday mornings in May through October from 8:00 am until Noon, in Elkins town square behind the Elkins Depot Welcome Center on Railroad Avenue.

Ride 2 Survive Poker Run | Ellamore Volunteer Fire Department
2026-05-02 08:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Ellamore Fire Department, 9797 Old Elkins Road, Ellamore, WV, 26267, United States

Intro to Muzzleloading | Tygart Valley Muzzleloader Range
2026-05-02 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Tygart Valley Muzzleloaders Range, 5057 Files Creek Road, Beverly, WV, 26253, United States
INTRODUCTION TO MUZZLELOADERS: will be an open-to-the-public event on Saturday, May 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tygart Valley Muzzleloaders Association range located at 5057 Files Creek Road in Beverly. The event will include a safety class and demonstrations. Anyone 15 years and under can shoot for free. A small charge for all older participants. For more information, call President Howard Underwood at 304-614-8350.

Scenic Train Excursion-New Tygart Flyer
2026-05-02 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-03 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-05-10 11:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad Elkins, WV 26241 USA, United States
Trip Summary:
4.5 hour 48 miles round-trip from Elkins to High Falls and back.
Lunch included.
Climate controlled cars.
Restrooms available onboard.

Young Eagles Day-Elkins Regional Airport
2026-05-02 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Elkins-Randolph County Regional Airport, 400 Airport Rd., Elkins, West Virginia, 26241

Kentucky Derby Gala | Scott Hill
2026-05-02 16:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Scott Hill, 2000 Livingston Ave, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
9th Annual Derby Gala
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with signature cocktails, live entertainment, exciting auctions and plenty of Southern charm all in support of the Davis Health System Foundation.
Dress up, stand out and watch the race for a reason.
Proceeds benefit patient care programs and vital community health initiatives in our community.
For tickets & info: Christina.hall@vandaliahealth.org

Déjà Vu Festival | Davis & Elkins College
2026-05-02 16:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Citizens Bank of WV Amphitheater, Davis & Elkins College, 100 Campus Dr, Elkins, WV, 26241
Get ready for a full weekend of music, talent, and community at D&E. Join us for the 2026 Déjà Vu Festival, featuring Sam Burchfield!
Raised in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains of South Carolina, Sam Burchfield was brought up on Appalachian music: folk, gospel, country and southern soul.

Saturday, May 2 Citizens Bank of West Virginia Amphitheater (weather permitting, moved to the auditorium if needed)
Tickets$20 in advance$25 at the doorFREE for D&E students and staff

Lineup (so far):• Student Talent Show Winner• Mack’s Garage• Hello June• Emily Miller & Jesse Milnes• Cassidy Dickens and the Forget Me Nots• 9 PM Headliner: Sam Burchfield

Food trucks | Beer Garden | Vendors | Inflatables, and more!

Karaoke | Beander's
2026-05-02 20:00 - 23:00 UTC | Beander’s Restaurant & Tavern, 314 Davis Ave, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States

Canning Class- Camp Pioneer-4-H Camp
2026-05-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-04 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-05 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Camp Pioneer, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Rd, Beverly, WV 26253, USA, 38 Pioneer Circle, Kings Run Road, Beverly, WV, United States
Classes are BOTH DAYS – May 4th and 5th. You may choose the 1-4pm or 5-8pm time slots, and you will attend both days during that time. It is possible to attend the first day and not the second, but it is NOT possible to attend the second day without attending the first.
May 4th – Science of Canning and Boiling Water Canning
May 5th – Pressure Canning
Cost: $10 for each two-day session (payment is due by April 30th to WVU Extension office)

Date
05/04/2026 (Mon.)
05/05/2026 (Tues.)

Location
4-H Camp Pioneer

Augusta Foodways Class -Gnocchi Night
2026-05-04 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Phil Gainer Community Center, 142 Robert E Lee Ave Ext, Elkins, WV 26241, USA, 149 Robert E Lee Ave Exd, United States

Tree Talks Lecture Series | Kump House
2026-05-06 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Kump Education Center, 401 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States

Karaoke | Jimbo's Place
2026-05-06 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-05-13 20:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Jimbo’s Place, 302 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Karaoke from 8pm-10:30pm every Wednesday hosted by Tim Gibson

Mother's Day Celebration | Mill Creek
2026-05-08 - 2026-05-10 | Hamill Park, Park St, Mill Creek, 26280, United States
Mother’s Day weekend activities are now being planned. Plans for a free music concert at Hamill Park on Friday evening , May 8th at 6:00 pm, a parade with line up at 12:30 and kick off at 1:30 pm, a music show featuring Lynnlee Shearer at the park on Saturday after the parade from 2:00-4:00 pm, a free pork BBQ dinner after the parade compliments of the town with Charlie Wegman, and a wrestling event at TVHS on Saturday evening. Dennis Defibaugh has invested a lot of time and effort in getting these activities together for the enjoyment of the valley folks. I know other plans have also been planned by the fire department including a cake walk, craft show, a chicken burn dinner. The Senior Center will be cooking Mother’s Day breakfast on Sunday morning.

Thunder in the Mountains-Elkins Speedway
2026-05-08 17:30 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | Elkins Speedway, 74 Speedway Dr, Kerens, WV, 26276, United States
Welcome to Elkins Speedway where Appalachian dirt-track tradition meets a new era of racing excitement. Located in the heart of Randolph County, our historic 3/8-mile oval is being revitalized with major facility upgrades, renewed community focus, and a commitment to delivering unforgettable race nights for fans and drivers alike. From grassroots competitors to headline events, Elkins Speedway is building a future that honors its past while raising the bar for 2026 and beyond. Join us as we bring premier racing back to the mountains — louder, faster, and better than ever.
Gates open at : 5:30pm
For more information: Elkinsspeedway.com

Live Music: Elkins Blues Underground | Brewstel
2026-05-08 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Brewstel Brew Shop and Hostel, 120 Davis Ave, Elkins, WV 26241, USA, United States
Elkins Blues Underground hits the stage for the first time in almost 20 years! Featuring- J.B Tenney, Seth Young, Willie Ward, and Jared Roy. Come hear some great Blues/Rock/Funk and grab a tasty brew

Kump Education Center -Pepperoni Rolls Pop Up
2026-05-09 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Old IGA Parking Lot, 32 Randolph Ave, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Save the date! Spread the word!
Meet us in the old IGA parking lot just two weeks from today for a rare chance to score a Gino’s pepperoni roll and support a good cause.
May 9, 202611am-2pm
Proceeds create tuition assistance for this year’s Spanish Language Camp, July 20-24.

Mother & Daughter Flower Arranging Class | Tygart Hotel
2026-05-09 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Tygart Hotel, 206 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV
A heartfelt Mother’s Day experience designed for moms and daughters to create, sip, and celebrate together. This Mother’s Day weekend, treat Mom to a truly unforgettable experience at The Tygart Hotel & Oxley House. Join us for a beautiful hands-on flower arranging class where mothers and daughters will each create their own custom floral arrangement using a curated selection of fresh blooms and a vase of their choice.
As you design, sip and savor delightful bites and bubbles prepared by The Oxley House, including charming refreshments and sweet treats crafted to make the afternoon feel extra special. Laugh together, make lasting memories, and leave with not only a beautiful arrangement you created by hand—but a meaningful moment shared together.
Event Details: Saturday, May 9th
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hosted at The Tygart Hotel
$149 per Mother & Daughter Pair
Your experience includes:
One floral arrangement created by Mom
One floral arrangement created by Daughter
A variety of fresh flowers to choose from
A vase for each participant
Delightful bites & sweet treats by The Oxley House
Bubbles, lemonade, and refreshments
A memorable Mother’s Day celebration designed to create beautiful moments together
✨ As a special thank you, all event guests will receive 15% off at The Oxley House following the event if you choose to stay for dinner or enjoy a handcrafted cocktail afterward.
Limited seating available. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

Music Bingo - Fox Hops Brewery
2026-05-09 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Fox Hops Brewery, 25 Bowstring Lane, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
**Music Bingo Night at Fox Hops Brewery!**
Join us Saturday, May 9th at 7PM for a laid-back evening of music, fun, and friendly competition! Sing along to your favorite songs, mark your bingo card, and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Bring your crew, grab a drink, and play for a chance to win prizes—it’s the perfect night out at the brewery!

Grapes & Game Night @ Lukestone Legacy
2026-05-11 18:00 UTC | Lukestone Legacy, 220 Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241
An evening filled with laughter, delightful wines, and friendly competition!
Interested? Reach out to us at lukestonelegacy@gmail.com

Open Mic & Jam | Fox Hops Brewery
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Fox Hops Brewery, 25 Bowstring Lane, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Join us Wednesday, May 13th at 7PM for a night of music, creativity, and community! Whether you sing, play, or just love great live performances, this is your chance to jump in and be part of the show. Bring your instruments, bring your voice, and collaborate with other local musicians in a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Grab a beer, hit the stage, and let the good vibes roll!
