Kids Activities in Winston-Salem

Christy Bellis

May 24, 2022

Whether you’re looking for what to do with your kids in the summer, when it’s raining, or are just out of ideas, we’ve got your back! Bookmark this helpful guide for what do do with your kids in Winston-Salem no matter the situation.

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Updated October 2024

Kid activities in Winston-Salem — Photo credit Filmcove Photography of Kaleideum

Learning Activities

Learning doesn’t have to just happen inside the classroom! Keep your kids’ minds active and growing with these classes and activities at theatres, museums, bookstores, and more.

Little Theatre of Winston Salem – Offers camps and youth classes
Kaleideum – An innovative and dynamic experiential learning museum downtown
Sawtooth School for Visual Art – Large variety of art classes
Bookmarks – Bookstore with storytime and programming
The Canvas Cake Studio – Offers cake decorating classes
Family First Workshops at Reynolda – Workshops are scheduled on the first Sunday of every month from 2-4 PM
Second Saturday at NCMA Winston-Salem (formerly SECCA) – Free, family-oriented art day on the second Saturday of the month from 10 AM – 1 PM

Outdoor Activities

Explore the outdoors with your kids in Winston-Salem! From zoos to gardens to parks, there are plenty of ways to keep your kids entertained while soaking up the sun.

North Carolina Zoo – Spend the day exploring the various exhibits
Triad Eco Adventures – Take paddleboard lessons, go on an e-bike or segway tour, and more
Tennis Lessons – Learn and exercise at the Joe White Tennis Center
Local Parks – Visit one of the dozens of parks in Winston-Salem
2024 Outdoor Movie Guide – Takes place in various parks in and near Winston-Salem
Reynolda Gardens and Ciener Botanical Garden – Explore the gardens and take advantage of programs like storytime and learning sessions
Gateway Nature Preserve – Take in the great outdoors as a family; also hosts events!
Fairytale Farm Animal Sanctuary and Red Feather Sanctuary – Perfect for kids with a big heart for animals
Alpha and Omega and Red Hound Farm – Experience a real-life farm and meet the adorable farm animals

Indoor Activities

Whether it’s a hot summer day or a frigid winter day, sometimes you don’t want to take the kids outside. When that’s the case, consider these indoor options!

A/peture – Watch a movie in this boutique movie theatre in downtown Winston-Salem
Skatehaven USA – Learn to roller skate like it’s the ’80s!
Creekside Lanes – Go bowling as a family
Forsyth County Central Library – Cozy up with a book or take advantage of the kids’ programming
Safari Nation – Let the kids burn off their energy at this indoor playground

Sporting Events

Cheer on our local sports teams – and don’t forget to buy your kids a foam finger!

Trampoline Parks

Indoor trampoline parks are a great escape from the rain or a hot summer day. Your kids can swing into foam pits, play a game of dodgeball, or simply enjoy bouncing the day away.

Note: Each park has many more attractions than those listed. Click the links to see all that they offer!

Rockin’ Jump Winston-Salem – Aerial silks, inflatable ninja course, and hurricane simulator
Surge Trampoline Park – Arcade, dodgeball, and rock climbing
Urban Air Adventure Park – Sky Rider, virtual reality, and bumper cars

Seasonal Activities

Some activities are limited to certain times of the year, but thankfully there’s always your kids can enjoy!

Ice Skating – The Winston-Salem Fairgrounds (November-April)
Softgolf – A version of golf that’s easily accessible by almost anyone! Located at Tanglewood (spring and summer)
Outdoor Movie Series – Various parks (summer and fall)
Outdoor + Indoor Concert Series – Various venues (summer and fall)
Miracle Heights Adventures – Ropes course at Crossnore (summer)