Making weekend plans? Check out these 21+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (November 21-24), including Piedmont Craftsmen’s Fair, Reynolda Village Holiday Stroll, and Fireweed Dinner!
Don’t forget to also look at our live music guide – it’s updated weekly!
Thursday, November 21
- Rahaminov Diamonds Showing – View spectacular jewelry collections and enjoy light refreshments + special financing at Windsor Jewelers. 10 AM – 7 PM
- Community Conversation – Join Leadership Winston-Salem at the Strickland Center for a conversation about the childcare crisis’ impact and potential solutions. 8 AM
- Speaker Forum – CNN anchor Anderson Cooper speaks at Wait Chapel as part of Wake Forest University’s Face to Face Speaker Forum. 7:30 PM
- Vinyl Lounge – Meet fellow music lovers at NCMA Winston-Salem! Bring your records and enjoy listening to analog sound. 6-9 PM
- Cooking Class – Learn how to make traditional Thanksgiving favorites at Southern Home & Kitchen. 6 PM
- Bridging 52 – Head to Central Library for a community event that explores inequalities in Winston-Salem, the impact of Highway 52 in dividing our community, and how to bridge these divides. 3:30 PM
Friday, November 22
- Ice Skating – Skate at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Arena! Don’t have your own skates? No problem—skate rentals are available. 7-9:30 PM
- Salsa Dance Social – Join SonCaribe Latin Dance at the Coal Pit for a beginner dance class, followed by a night of social dancing! 7-11 PM
- ‘80s Night – Jam out to classic ‘80s hits with Kids in America and compete to win prizes for the biggest hair, most colorful outfit, and more! 8 PM
Saturday, November 23
- Southern Charm on the Farm – Head to Farmington Dragway for one of the biggest vendor markets of the year! This event was rescheduled due to Hurricane Helene. 9 AM – 4 PM
- Piedmont Craftsmen’s Fair – Find handcrafted items from various craft artists at the Benton Convention Center. Runs through Sunday.
- Holly Jolly Market – Shop from artists, makers, and small businesses at Hanes Mall. Runs through Sunday.
- Thanksgiving Bingo – Play bingo at the Carl H. Russell Community Center for prizes like Thanksgiving desserts, sides, and decorations. 11 AM
- Holiday Stroll – This is a Winston-Salem favorite! Reynolda Village turns into a winter wonderland with carolers in Victorian costumes, carriage rides, visits with Santa, and traditional Christmas decorations. 2-6 PM
- Greek Bake Sale – Try authentic Greek snacks and meals at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church. 8 AM – 5 PM
- Water Tower Market – Radar Brewing Company hosts its bimonthly vendor market! Magnolia’s Cafe, a mobile cafe from Greensboro, will be serving sweet treats at the market. 12-5 PM
- Emerging Choreographers – Watch performances choreographed by senior UNCSA contemporary dance students at UNCSA’s Agnes de Mille Theatre. 2 PM and 7:30 PM
- Keepin’ the ‘80s Alive – Students and professionals from Best of Ballroom Dance Studio perform at HanesBrands Theatre. 6 PM
- Family Art Day – Make a holiday-themed watercolor painting and listen to a storytime performance at the Mary Alice Warren Community Center. 10:30 AM
- ROAR’s Holiday Market – Find the perfect gift at ROAR’s annual vendor market! Every Saturday through December 21.
- Cornhole Tournament – The Bethesda Center hosts a tournament at Incendiary Brewing Company! 1 PM
Sunday, November 24
- Cocktail Class – Join Easytalk at the bar and learn how to use ice to elevate your at-home cocktail creations. 4 PM
- Paint Your Pet – Enjoy brunch and mimosas while painting your pooch in this artist-led event. No experience necessary! 11 AM
- Holiday Pop-up Market – Shop for unique gifts at the Clemmons Farmers Market, held at the Jerry Long Family YMCA. 2-5 PM
- Orchestral Concert – Listen to the Triad Area Medical Orchestra perform at Wake Forest’s Brendle Recital Hall. 3 PM
- Fireweed Dinner – Join Native Root at West Salem Public House for a 5-course dinner cooked over an open fire. 5:30 PM