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Race Fans, Start Your Engines: Fan Fest in the Boros Returns to North Wilkesboro During Window World 450 Weekend! NORTH WILKESBORO, NC – Get ready for an evening of racing-themed fun, live entertainment, and authentic country music as Downtown North Wilkesboro hosts Fan Fest in the Boros alongside the popular Concerts on the Deck series on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Yadkin Valley Marketplace. Fan Fest in the Boros will transform downtown into a celebration of racing culture and community spirit, featuring EA NASCAR Racing Simulators, the Dual Pit Stop Challenge, driver appearances, kids' activities, food trucks, and more. The evening will include live entertainment from Crawford & Power and Uncaged: Zac Brown Tribute, presented by Wilkes NC Tourism. The Town of North Wilkesboro gratefully recognizes Spirit of Wilkes as the sponsor of the EA NASCAR Racing Simulators and Michael's Jewelry as the sponsor of the Dual Pit Stop Challenge. Crawford & Power will kick off the evening with their signature Appalachian Red Dirt Country sound. Hailing from Southwest Virginia, the duo blends southern authenticity with modern country influences, pairing powerful vocals with Dobro-driven instrumentation. Their breakout EP, Play a Hank Jr. Song, has earned more than 7 million streams, and they have shared stages with artists including The Marshall Tucker Band, Willie Nelson, and Travis Tritt. Headlining the night is UNCAGED: Zac Brown Tribute, a premier tribute to the Grammy Award-winning Zac Brown Band. The group delivers an authentic blend of country, Southern rock, bluegrass, and coastal-inspired music, performing fan favorites such as "Chicken Fried," "Colder Weather," "Toes," and "Knee Deep." Their high-energy show creates a full audience sing-along experience. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site. Leashed pets are welcome. Smoking, glass containers, and outside alcohol are prohibited. For more information about Fan Fest in the Boros, including entertainment schedules, activities, and sponsor information, visit fanfestintheboros.com.