Wow! JUST WOW! Our first show here and we will be back for sure. Wow! Family fun is always a win…read moreand we LOVED the 80s nation show so so much!!! The food trucks were yummy and the staff were all SO NICE! WOW! Way to go Surry Arts Council!

Dobson is a really small town, but they seem to have a lot of nice people living there. We went to…read morethe "festival" which was basically a couple of streets blocked off so vendors could set up tents with their items for sale. There was only one place to get the ground steak sandwich which cost $7.00. Seating was limited to across the street in the park, so we shared a table with some locals and ate our sandwiches. It was okay, I told my wife I would have been happier experiencing this sandwich in a restaurant, but it is what it is. I'm glad we went, it was okay and worth it if you are close enough.

Ground steak festival, sounded interesting especially revolving a whole festival around ground…read moresteak. So we had to come and check this out. It was small yet nice. They had a whole area for children with fun water activities. A lot of vendors which surprised me, a lot more than the cheerwine festival had. And they had one stand for ground steak sandwiches. They were $7 each and it came with slaw and sauce. You can go get mustard and hot sauce on the side with napkins. Sandwich was a little greasy for me and it was a one-timer personally. You should bring lawn chairs, they have some big trees with some good shade. I read there would be music but I did not see any live performances. Along with your ground steak you also had other options from food trucks.

Great relaxing place. winery and craft beer tap bar..love it !…read more They let you bring your own food if you want to, nice because a lot of wineries are cracking down on that which is disappointing. Their view is beautiful and peaceful and the staff is very friendly. Their wines are okay, but they're draft beers on tap are delicious and worth the visit.

As many wineries in NC that we have been to, we were surprised we had missed Round Peak, so we…read morestopped by recently to try some wines and ciders. Wines: Tart Cherry - definitely tart, way too tart for me. Euphoria - this was not good at all. Peach and Orange Spritzer - this tasted like sparkling water to me, and not enjoyable. Blueberry Mango Spritzer - this also tasted like sparkling water to me, and not enjoyable. Cherry Heaven - thick wine, but it was okay. Indulgence Red Dessert Wine - just okay. Ciders: Blueberry - very tart. Strawberry Rhubarb - strong on the rhubarb, it was fine. Apple - I was not a fan of this one, but my husband thought it was fine. Peach Cider - not a fan Peach Mead Spritzer - not a fan As much as this place had to offer, I was left disappointed in the selection. None of these were for me. Beautiful setting for the winery, but just not one I would come back to. They are however, dog friendly, which we appreciated!

This vineyard was honestly such a fun little adventure whilst on our trip in NC! We did the wine…read moretasting and I had so much fun trying each wine. I wish there were some more food options when it came to ordering from the restaurant on property but besides that I loved every moment! We got a special tour from the lovely ladies working here at Shelton and had so much fun!

Very nice winery with grounds that are gorgeous, especially if you want to bring your own food for…read morean outdoor picnic. They have beautiful trees, water features all around with plenty of outdoor seating and live music. The inside has a large enough tasting area if you wanted to be inside. The wine itself was delicious.

Alleghany Arts & Crafts is located in downtown Sparta, NC. It is a fantastic nonprofit artist co-op…read morethat showcases the incredible work of local creators spanning Northwest NC, Southeast TN, and Southwest VA. I believe I heard from the staff that they feature works from around 30 active members right now. A major convenience for travelers is that this downtown storefront is open seven days a week, making it very easy to fit into a weekend mountain road trip itinerary. The mediums of art on display were wonderfully varied. As you browse the bright, well-organized gallery space, you will find everything from oil and acrylic paintings to fine jewelry, fiber art, custom woodworking, unique pottery, and sculpture. I deeply appreciate that the co-op explicitly strives to keep their prices very reasonable so that everyone can afford to own and enjoy authentic local art. During my visit, I was deeply drawn to the beautiful stained glass section and had an incredibly hard time deciding which piece to buy! The craftsmanship is absolutely stunning, and I cannot wait to formally display my new piece once I am fully unpacked from my vacation. You pay for your purchases right at the front desk, which is uniquely staffed by the co-op artists themselves who take turns working shifts. The customer service was exceptional, and my stained glass piece was wrapped very well to ensure it safely made the long, winding ride home in the car. This gallery perfectly captures the creative spirit and heritage of the region. Stopping in here was a wonderful highlight on my final leg of visiting all 100 North Carolina counties. Whether you are looking for a beautiful heirloom gift, custom home decor, or just want to support independent regional artists, this co-op is an absolute must-visit.

Popped in to Jones Von Drehle Vineyards as a second stop of the afternoon. Rather than doing a…read morefull-on tasting, we selected a bottle of Tempranillo after my wife tasted three wines. The Tempranillo is very smooth and very tasty. We sat outside due to the noise of a large group inside. The views here are amazing.

We have been to JvD many times and were once part of their wine club. We live nearby and go when we…read moreare in town. We just attended the Sam Morrow concert. Really disappointed! There were very few people. The music was too loud (and no, I'm not old!) and none of us could understand a word the lead singer sang in almost every song. Worst of all, the 14$ glass of wine was about 1/2 to a 1/3 of a typical pour. I asked twice about it and only got a laugh back. Probably won't go back. **************************** UPDATE AFTER YOUR RESPONSE: Thank you for taking the time to respond, but your reply completely missed the point. Instead of acknowledging a customer's experience, you chose to argue with it. Telling me that other guests enjoyed the show, explaining how your sound engineers operate, and defending your pour sizes doesn't address the actual issue--it dismisses it. A review isn't a debate to be won; it's feedback to be heard. What stands out most is your tone. There's no real ownership, no genuine apology--just a series of justifications meant to invalidate my experience. Whether or not others felt differently is irrelevant. I'm telling you what my experience was, and your response essentially boils down to "you're wrong." That's not how you build loyalty, especially from someone who has supported your business repeatedly in the past. A simple acknowledgment and a sincere effort to understand would have gone a long way. Instead, your response reinforces the very reason I said I probably won't be back.

I recently attended the 15th annual Yadkin Valley Wine Festival this month for a friend'a birthday…read more Located the Elkin Municipal Park, good directions were provided for the event. Handicapped parking was available. We got there a bit early. Lines were already formed. The longest line was the general will call. Whoa! We bought on site since that's the only way you can get military discount. $20. Advance tickets were $22. On site regular tickets were $30. VIP were $102. Crazy!!!! Included extras were VIP parking, festival Tshirt, and access the VIP tent. Not worth it in my opinion. Plenty of wine to try out. Over 25 vendors. You got free tastings (of various sizes) and could buy glasses. If you purchased bottles, you could have them held at will call until the end of the event. I'm not a big wine person but I bought the most out of my group. There were a number of fruity, sweet wines- my fave. :-) Music, food, and other vendors were available. I heard a bit of the Elvis music. And we all grabbed some small bites. Food wasn't too exciting but good enough to tide me over. Definitely bring chairs if you wanna hang out for a while. I felt like a noob without one. But luckily we found some open seats at some benches. Overall, a fun day!

My husband have taken two trips to Roaring River Vineyards in the last 13 months. The first was to…read morecelebrate my birthday last year, and the second trip was for our 9th wedding anniversary this week. Both experiences were absolutely beautiful and peaceful. There isn't a wine on the menu that we disliked, and we especially love the Traminette and the Oh Le Deaux (trust me, get this deep fragrant red dessert wine). The food was good, and the owner is really nice and has wonderful stories about his travels. Overall, we have discussed making this a yearly or at least every other year trip for us because of the serene riverside property and the amazing wines. The property by itself is 5 stars, and the wine makes it even more of a fun romantic getaway.

We visited on a Sunday afternoon in September with friends. It wasn't very busy, and we were seated…read moreright away on the outdoor patio overlooking the river. The location is beautiful--tucked beside the Roaring River in a small valley, with a peaceful and scenic setting. Menus were provided when we sat down, along with an offer for drinks. Although this is a winery, they also serve beer and other beverages. Our server gave us a wine menu but directed us to scan a QR code for the other drink options. Since there's no cell reception, we had to connect to the winery's Wi-Fi first, which felt a little awkward. After all that, the beer menu was quite limited--something that could have been more easily explained up front. The food menu was also limited, which we expected at a winery. None of us ordered wine, but two of us had beers, and we shared the soft pretzel bites with beer cheese dip and a charcuterie board. Both appetizers were presented beautifully and tasted great--we really enjoyed sampling them. After our food and drinks, we walked the grounds. The property is stunning, with accommodations for overnight stays, a pavilion for events, and multiple access points to the river. Overall, this was a wonderful place to relax and catch up with friends. The highlights were the scenery and the food, while the downsides were the limited menu options and service that felt less helpful than expected.