About the Yadkin Valley
The Yadkin Valley, nestled in the North Carolina foothills, is a motorcyclist’s paradise. With winding country roads, scenic byways, and hidden backroads—the journey is as unforgettable as the destination.
Jonesville and Elkin sit along the banks of the Yadkin River, offering the perfect base camp to fuel up and unwind. Riders will find 44 award-winning wineries, a local brewery, a lively beer garden, top-notch cocktail and wine bars, live music venues, and plenty of dining options to make every stop memorable.
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Elkin's SOCIAL DISTRICT lets you grab a to-go drink from participating bars and restaurants and stroll downtown with it. Sip, shop, and soak in the rally vibes - all with a drink in hand.
About the Yadkin Valley United Fund
The Yadkin Valley United Fund is a nonprofit organization based in Elkin, NC, working to improve lives across the Yadkin Valley region. The Fund supports more than 20 nonprofit partners that provide vital services in health, education, youth development, and community wellbeing.​ Learn more by visiting YadkinValleyUnitedFund.org
Live Music at the River Stage!
CODDLE CREEK
UNHINGED
DOUBLE SHOALS
3 TOE POSSUM
Group Rides
EXPERIENCE THE BLUE RIDGE
ORGANIZED BY BIKERS HELPING GRANNIES
Our Mission is to raise funds to assist elderly by creating and promoting benefit events and benefit bike rides. ALL profits raised will go to the Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission to distribute those funds to the ones that truly need it. Learn more about our organization at bikershelpinggrannies.com
FOUR RIDES TO JOIN!
Ride 1: Friday (Short Ride) RIDE TO THE RALLY! Make a grand entrance by joining the ride into the rally. Starting at Crossroads Harley Davidson in Wilkesboro and ending at the River Stage in Downtown Elkin. Ride Time: 30 minutes. Registration at 5:00PM, Kickstands up at 6:00PM. FREE to join!
Ride 2: Saturday (Long Ride) Take a ride up the mountain for lunch at Freeborn's in Laurel Springs, NC! Ride Time: 1hr each way with a 2hr break for lunch. $20 Singles, $30 Doubles. Registration at 9:00AM, Kickstands up at 10:00AM. Starting at Heritage & Trails Center on Standard St, Downtown Elkin. Ends at Angry Troll Brewing, Downtown Elkin at 2:00PM
Ride 3: Saturday (Short Ride) Enjoy a leisurely ride through the countryside to Castello Barone Winery for lunch and tastings. Ride Time: 30 minutes each way with 1.5hr break for lunch. $20 Singles, $30 Doubles. Registration at 10:30AM, Kickstands up at 11:30AM. Starting at Heritage & Trails Center on Standard St, Downtown Elkin. Ends at Angry Troll Brewing, Downtown Elkin at 2:00PM.
Ride 4: Sunday (Long Ride) After the morning Biker Church Service at the River Stage, follow the Yadkin River downstream via winding country roads for a lunch stop at the Pine Tree Tavern. Ride Time: 1hr each way with a 2hr break for lunch. $20 Singles, $30 Doubles. Registration at 11:00AM, Kickstands up at 12:00PM. Starting at Heritage & Trails Center on Standard St, Downtown Elkin. Ends at Angry Troll Brewing, Downtown Elkin at 4:00PM
RIDE ENTRY FEES ARE CASH ONLY
Bike & Tattoo Contests
Sponsored by:
Saturday afternoon! Lower lot of Angry Troll Brewing from 2PM-5PM
Registration: 2PM-3PM
Judging: 3PM-4PM
Winners Announced: 4PM-5PM
Bike Categories:
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Vintage American
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Vintage Metric
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Backyard Built
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Softail
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Metric Chop
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American Chop
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Sportster
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Metric Cruiser
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Bagger Mild
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Bagger Wild​
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Metric "Sport Bike" Class
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Café Class
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Sport Cruiser
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Metric Mini
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Trike
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Rat Bike
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Best Paint
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Best of Show
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SRM Shop Pick
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People's Choice
Tattoo Categories:
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Best Black & Grey
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Best Color
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Best Small Tattoo
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Best Large Tattoo
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Most Badass Biker Tattoo – The ink that screams “don’t mess with me.”
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Best Motorcycle-Inspired Tattoo – Bikes, engines, logos, whatever.
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Most Regrettable Tattoo – Embarrass yourself for glory!
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Funniest Tattoo – The one that makes the crowd crack up.
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Best Ink with a Story – 30-second tale time—we love a good backstory.
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Best Old Tattoo – Faded, weathered, but still standing.
Contest Rules:
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$20 Entry fee for bikes.
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$10 Entry fee for tattoos.
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Entry fees are CASH ONLY.
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Must be 18+ to enter.
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Sign up between 2PM-3PM at the contest table.
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Enter as many categories as you want- each one needs its own entry form and fee.
100% of entry fees go to the Yadkin Valley United Fund!
Baddest Beard Contest
Sponsored by:
Saturday evening at the River Stage! From 7:15PM-7:45PM
Do you have the baddest beard in town? It's time to let those whiskers shine! Enter our Baddest Beard Contest and show off your facial hair glory - wild, styled, long, or legendary. Prizes for the fiercest, fullest, and most creative beards. Crowd cheers decide the winner, so bring your beard and your attitude.
Bragging rights (and awesome prizes) await - are you beard enough?
Meet at the side of the stage at 7:00PM to enter!
Schedule of Events
Friday, August 1st
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5PM-6PM- RIDE TO THE RALLY! Group ride beginning at Crossroads Harley Davidson in Wilkesboro and ending at the River Stage in downtown Elkin.Ride leaves Crossroads Harley Davidson at 6PM.
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5PM-7PM- CODDLE CREEK performs at the River Stage on Standard St.
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7:15PM-7:45PM- WELCOME TO THE RALLY by Mayor Will Gwyn of Elkin and Mayor Anita Darnell of Jonesville.
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8PM-10PM- UNHINGED performs at the River Stage on Standard St.
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10PM-Midnight- AFTER PARTY at Angry Troll Brewing on East Main Street featuring Karaoke with Fish Camp.
Saturday, August 2nd
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9AM-10AM- Registration for group ride to Freeborn's. Meet on Standard Street in front of Heritage Center.
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10AM- Kickstands up! (Ride returns to Elkin at 2PM)
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10:30AM-11:30AM- Registration for group ride to Castello Barone Winery. Meet on Standard Street in front of Heritage Center.
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11:30AM- Kickstands up! (Ride returns to Elkin at 2PM)
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2PM-5PM- Bike & Tattoo Contests in lower lot at Angry Troll Brewing on East Main Street featuring live music by Bradley Steele.
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5PM-7PM- DOUBLE SHOALS performs at the River Stage on Standard Street.
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7:15PM-7:45PM- BADDEST BEARD CONTEST at the River Stage on Standard Street.
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8PM-10PM- 3 TOE POSSUM performs at the River Stage on Standard Street.
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10PM-Midnight- AFTER PARTY at Angry Troll Brewing on East Main Street featuring live music by Kick Back Trio.
Sunday, August 3rd
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10:30AM-11AM- BIKER CHURCH SERVICE performed by Arlo Faircloth of Redemption Life Church at the River Stage on Standard Street.
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11AM-12PM- Registration for group ride to Pine Tree Tavern. Meet on Standard Street in front of Heritage Center.
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12pm- Kickstands up! (Ride returns to Elkin at 4PM)
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​4PM-11pm- BIKE NIGHT at Angry Troll Brewing on East Main Street featuring live music by Biggins.
Get Your Rally Merch!
​Rally shirts and patches are available for purchase at the Heritage Center, right next to the River Stage—grab yours while supplies last! Shirts are $20, patches are $10, and all proceeds go straight to the Yadkin Valley United Fund to support local causes. Ride hard, give back, and wear it proud.
​Want to be a Vendor?
This year's vendor spaces are full! Contact Logan Haynes at Explore Elkin to be put on the list for next year.
Please No Coolers
Beverages will be available for purchase on site and from local pubs, bars, and restaurants throughout downtown. Thanks for supporting our small businesses!
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