Elkin Municipal Park is the host location for the Elkin Roots Music Fest hosted by the Elkin Valley Fiddlers.

Elkin Municipal Park and Elkin Recreation Center offers something for everyone. The 25-acre park boasts 8 lighted tennis courts, a scenic walking track, a playground, two picnic shelters and a bandshell. An outdoor swimming pool is open to the public during the summer months. Elkin Recreation Center offers indoor basketball and two fitness rooms with free weights and a multitude of cardiovascular equipment.