Elkins-Randolph County Tourism

Scenic Train Excursion New Tygart Flyer
2026-06-28 11:00 - 15:30 UTC | Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad Elkins, WV 26241 USA, United States
Duration: 4.5 Hours
Train Type: Diesel
Food: Lunch included
Departure Time: 11:00 AM

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This train in not wheelchair/handicap accessible

Children under 12 are not permitted in the Parlor Car Upgrade
Restrooms available onboard

BOARDING ADDRESS:
315 RAILROAD AVE
ELKINS, WV 26241

Fused Glass Workshop | 3rd Street Tattoo
2026-06-28 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 3rd Street Tattoos, 115 3rd St, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Sign up for this fabulous fused glass workshop, hosted by Mindi Rockwell and her team, at Third Street Tattoo. This course is $45 per person. Children are allowed to take the class but must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians! Wear close toed shoes and long pants, as we will be working with glass fragments and heat.

Foxy Karaoke at Fox Hops Brewery
2026-06-29 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-07-06 19:00 - 21:30 UTC | Fox Hops Brewery, 25 Bowstring Lane, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Join us each Monday night for live karaoke! All are welcome to sing in front of a live audience!

Karaoke | Jimbo's Place
2026-07-01 20:30 - 22:30, 2026-07-08 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

Scenic Train Excursion New Tygart Flyer
2026-07-02 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-03 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-04 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-05 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-09 11:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-10 11:00 - 15:30 UTC | Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad Elkins, WV 26241 USA, United States

First Friday | Downtown Elkins
2026-07-03 16:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Elkins, Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Red, White & Summer Nights
Join us for First Friday on
Friday, July 3, 2026, from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM in
Historic Downtown Elkins for an evening filled with summer fun, shopping, dining, live music, family-friendly activities, and patriotic specials!
Whether you’re looking for delicious food, unique shopping, refreshing drinks, entertainment, or a fun way to kick off your Independence Day weekend, there will be something for everyone throughout Downtown Elkins.
Participating Businesses & Activities Include:
Pebble Nest Jewelry
• Summer Nights Jewelry Bar featuring special summer charms and red, white, & blue selections
• Store specials throughout the evening
Artists At Work
• Open 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Crossing Coffee Bar – “Red, White & Brew”
• Specialty Drink of the Night
Elkins Sewing Center
• Open Sewing
• Special holiday-themed sewing project
Scottie’s
• Annual Fourth of July Hot Dog Special
• Red, White & Blue Cake
R&R Lemonade at 3rd Street Tattoo
• Support young entrepreneurs
• Fresh lemonade available from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Beander’s Restaurant & Tavern
• Low Country Boil
• BBQ Pork Sliders
• Sample-size BBQ Pork Slider specials
• Red & Blue Cocktail Features
• Live Music by Tim White
Rovira Studio
• Curated collection of vintage goods
themed for the occasion
• 25% off featured themed items
• Open 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Clementine’s Cantina
• Special BBQ Pork & Mac-N-Cheese Bowls and Burritos
• Featured drink special
A’La Board Plates & Platters
• Smash Burgers
Darden Mill Discovery Center
• Open for visitors and exploration
Lukestone Legacy
• “Sparkling Bar” featuring samples of Bomb Pop Bubbles and other festive refreshments
Ceramics With Class
• Open Paint Night from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Trickett’s
• Live music by Jason Hall
• Performing from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Big Timber Brewing
• Piña Colada Release Party
• Hawaiian Tiki Party
• Live Steel Drum Cover Band
Come celebrate summer, support local businesses, enjoy great food and drinks, and kick off your Independence Day weekend in Historic Downtown Elkins!
BUSINESS OWNERS: If your business is planning to participate in First Friday and would like to be included in our marketing efforts, please let us know as soon as possible! We are actively promoting the event and want to help showcase all participating businesses and activities.
For inclusion in social media posts, email marketing, and event promotions, please send your specials, activities, entertainment, or extended hours to the Chamber ASAP at executivedirector@erccc.com .

Thunder in the Mountains-Elkins Speedway
2026-07-03 17:30 - 23:30, 2026-07-10 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

Elkins Farmer's Market @ Elkins Town Square
2026-07-04 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.

4th of July Auto Extravaganza | Elkins City Park
2026-07-04 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Elkins City Park, Elkins, WV 26241, USA, 101 Elkins Ave, United States
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4th of July Parade | Downtown Elkins
2026-07-04 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Elkins, Davis Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States
Join us for a fun-filled 4th of July Parade as we come together to celebrate community, creativity, and 250 years of America!

Saturday, July 4, 2026
Parade Starts at 5:00 PM
Downtown Elkins

REGISTRATION & LINE UP
Southern States | 1200 S Davis Ave
4:00 PM

Bring the whole family and take part in the fun:
Children’s Bike Decorating Contest (12 & Under)
Group Prizes & Float Prizes
UTV/ATV Decorating Contest

HELMETS ARE REQUIRED FOR CHILDREN IN THE BIKE DECORATING!

ALL ATV/UTV’S MUST BE STREET LEGAL
DRIVERS LICENSES & INSURANCE ARE REQUIRED AT REGISTERATION

CASH PRIZES will be awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in each category!
Winners announced at City Hall following the parade.

Whether you’re participating or cheering from the sidelines, you won’t want to miss this hometown celebration!

For more information: 757-576-3597
citizenspromotingcommunity@gmail.com

Fireworks | Pickens
2026-07-04 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Pickens American Legion Post 122, 3518 Fairview Pickens Rd, Pickens, WV, 26230, United States
Put it on your calendar now! Join us in “downtown” Pickens on July 4th for a great firework show, music and good food. Bring your choice of a side dish for the potluck dinner in the basement of the fire department around 6pm. Also don’t forget your dancing shoes so you can dance to music provided by DJ Princess in the field across from the American Legion Hall and also bring your lawn chairs to sit and enjoy the great firework show at dark. This event is supported by donations and volunteers so please bring cash donations so we can continue this firework show next year. There is a donation jars at Pickens General Store and there will be one at the dinner. There will also be someone coming around to collect donations through out the evening. We appreciate the support! More info to come!!

Live Music: Rick K & the All-Nighters | Elkins Town Square
2026-07-04 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Rotary Ampitheatre in Elkins Town Square, 315 Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States

Fireworks | Downtown Elkins
2026-07-04 21:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | The Rotary Ampitheatre in Elkins Town Square, 315 Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States

Quilt Camps-Elkins Sewing Center
2026-07-06 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-07 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-08 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-09 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-10 09:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | WV
Find the Class that fits your schedule.
July 6-10, 2026
Classes : 9:30am-11:30am
12:30pm-2:30pm
3pm-5pm

Gandy Dancer-Musical Legends
2026-07-08 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Gandy Dancer Theatre and Conference Center, 359 Beverly Pike, Elkins, WV 26241, USA, United States
Our Tribute dinner show salutes the performers that we all love and remember. Featuring entertainers such as Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Waylon and Willie, The Judds, Tina Turner, Elvis and many more.
Dinner included.
Doors open at 5:30pm
Dinner Served at 6:00pm
Show begins at 7:00pm

Contact information

+1 304-636-4935

info@gandydancertheatre.com

Gravel Ride Up Spruce Knob
2026-07-09 - 2026-07-12 | Spruce Knob Mountain Center, 18 Woodlands Way, Circleville, WV, 26804, United States, 601 N Mountain Rd, United States
GRUSK is a gravel cyling adventure on and around the highest peak in the West Virginia…Spruce Knob! Riders will traverse gravel and dirt roads through some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in the East. GRUSK is a true challenge for the adventurous spirit within every cyclist and one you don’t want to miss.
Register at https://www.mountainrides.net/grusk
SCHEDULE
Event weekend is July 9-11, 2026
Venue Address:
18 Woodlands Way, Circleville, WV 26804​
Venue opens July 8th at 3pm​​
Ride start times:
7/9 6am – VENTI/LUNGO/TRECENTO riders depart
7/10 6am – VENTI/LUNGO riders depart
7/10 3pm – Shakeout Ride to Spruce Knob ​
7/11 9am – GRANDE riders depart
10am – MEDIO 50 and Highlights riders depart
Camping – $15 per person for entire weekend
Dorm bunks – $30 per night (very limited number of beds)
Meals available – pre-order only
Live music starts at 6pm Fri and 6pm Sat
Post-Race dinner – starts at 2pm
Charity Raffle – 6pm
Campfire Friday & Saturday nights
Venue closes July 12th at 11am

Augusta Concert Series: Cajun and Country Concert
2026-07-09 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Rotary Ampitheatre in Elkins Town Square, 315 Railroad Avenue, Elkins, WV, 26241, United States, 2 Railroad Ave, United States
Augusta events summer ’26
