JULY 17-18, 2026
Wilkesboro & North Wilkesboro
We're bringing it back! Fan Fest In The 'Boros is the ultimate fan experience for the entire family. Double the fun by experiencing both 'Boros (Wilkesboro and North Wilkesboro) activities as we celebrate the return of racing with the Window World 450 at the North Wilkesboro Speedway!
Events will be held at the Yadkin Valley Marketplace (842 CBD Loop in Downtown North Wilkesboro) and the Carolina West Wireless Community Commons (102 W Main Street in Wilkesboro). See each venue’s schedule below.
Fan Fest is free to attend and features driver interviews, live music, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and more!
Photos courtesy of Luffman Farms Photography from Fan Fest 2024 in North Wilkesboro, Fan Fest 2023 in Wilkesboro, and Fan Fest 2024 in North Wilkesboro.
Festival Info
Wilkesboro
July 17-18, 2026
Wilkesboro Commons
Presented by NVRMORE Entertainment & Festivals, LLC
Featured Attractions
• Food trucks and specialty food vendors
• Artisan and retail marketplace
• Community outreach initiatives
• Professional race simulators
• Family-friendly activities
FRIDAY, JULY 17 from 1-9 PM & SATURDAY, JULY 18 from 11 AM-10:30 PM
Friday, July 17th Entertainment Schedule
4:00 PM – Charles Watson Hicks
5:00 PM – Pressley Laton
6:30 PM – Jordan Allen Band
Saturday, July 18th Entertainment Schedule
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Josh Perryman Band
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM – His & Hers
7:45 PM – Kenny Wallace's Trackside Live
8:45 PM – Tim Dugger
North Wilkesboro
July 18, 2026 from 6-10 PM
Yadkin Valley Marketplace
Presented by the Town of North Wilkesboro and WilkesCountyTourism.com
Featured Attractions
• Food trucks & alcohol sold on site (see lineup here)
• Driver autographs with Connor Zilisch (7:45-8 PM), live music, and family-friendly activities
• FREE 6-car Remote Control Race Track
• FREE EA NASCAR Racing Simulators provided by Spirit of Wilkes
• FREE Dual Pit Stop Challenge provided by Michael’s Jewelry
Stage Entertainment Presented by WilkesCountyTourism.com
6:00 PM – Crawford & Power
8:00 PM – Uncaged - A Zac Brown Tribute Band
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
North Wilkesboro
