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Making weekend plans? Check out these 23+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (July 9-12), including Coalpit Live’s Coldplay tribute, Kaleideum After Dark, and Lyrics by the Lake!
Don’t forget to look at our live music guide — it’s updated weekly.
Thursday, July 9
- DIY Class – Create your own sunflower arrangement at Athena Stationery & Cafe. Limited spots available. 7 PM
- Outdoor Yoga – Unwind with a free yoga class led by 2B Yoga at Bailey Park. 6 PM
- Summer Social – Soak in the views at Rayson Winery with complimentary tapas-style bites and wines available for purchase. No reservation required. 4-6 PM
- Singles Social – Meet local singles over free bourbon tastings and craft cocktails at Broad Branch Distillery. Ages 25–40 at 6 PM, ages 41+ at 7 PM.
- Car Cruise-In – Classic cars, live music, and cold drinks at Whiskey, Taps, and Tails Saloon. 5-8 PM
- Wine Tasting – Sip on Japanese wines from Grape Republic at Little Pep! Drop in from 6-8 PM.
Friday, July 10
- Lyrics by the Lake – Experience an evening of poetry, live music, and local art at Hanesbrands Theatre. 6 PM
- Ceramics DIY – It’s Christmas in July! Paint a holiday-themed ceramic piece at Hammer & Stain. 7 PM
- Dueling Pianos – You name it, they play it. Uptown Dueling Pianos performs at Village Square Tap House! 8 PM
- Whodunit Show – Help crack the case in “Shear Madness,” a comedic, interactive mystery at Theatre Alliance. Runs through July 25.
- Clemmons Christmas – Head to the Jerry Long Family YMCA for a night market, food trucks, yard games, and artificial snowfall, plus a firetruck spraydown and inflatable waterslides to keep the kids cool. 6 PM
Saturday, July 11
- Kaleideum After Dark – Explore the museum at this country-themed 21+ night out, featuring live music, line dancing, and karaoke! 6:30-9:30 PM
- Movie Screenings – Watch 2 anime films and celebrate Japanese culture with the Vecino Center at a/perture! 3-8 PM
- Photo Walk – Hit the streets with Low Five Analog Archive — all photography skill levels welcome. Grab a drink from Littlefoot Matcha before you head out. 10 AM
- Kids in the Kitchen – Little chefs make finger foods like pizza muffins and raspberry lemon tarts at Southern Home & Kitchen. 10 AM
- Stitch Club – Working on a needlepoint project? Bring it to Coffee Park Airstream’s lounge and stitch alongside fellow crafters. No registration required. 11:30 AM
- Art Day – Grab paint and graffiti markers and create abstract art with NCMA WS in Winston Square Park. All ages welcome. 11 AM – 2 PM
- Storytime – Bookmarks turns 9 years old! Join them for a special read-aloud of “K-Pop Demon Hunters: For the Fans,” followed by a K-pop dance party, fairy hair, and family-friendly activities. 10 AM
- Movie Night – Watch Disney/Pixar’s “Elio” at Main Street Park and treat the kids to ice cream from Scoops on Main before the movie starts. 8:30 PM
- Sip & Swap – Trade gently used clothes and purchase fresh flowers at Sayso Coffee! 2-4 PM
- Pups & Pilates – Work on your core surrounded by adoptable dogs at Forsyth Humane Society. 3 PM
- Art Party – It’s never too early to prep for Christmas. Make handmade cards, gift tags, and ornaments at The Open Studio. 10 AM
- Major Concerts
- Summer on Fourth – Dance to West End Mambo’s Latin beats and grab a drink from Foothills Brewpub on 4th Street. 7-10 PM
- Music Under the Stars – Jam out to ‘70s and ‘80s rock with Camel City Yacht Club at Shallowford Square! Food trucks onsite. 7-9 PM
- Coldplay Tribute – Coldplay’s iconic songs take over the Coal Pit! Make a whole night of it with pizza from Cugino Forno and a drink from Incendiary Brewing. 7 PM
Sunday, July 12
- Pokémon Fest – Gotta catch ’em all! Kaleideum transforms into a Pokémon adventure with battles, hidden cards, and a museum-wide scavenger hunt. 12-5 PM
- Vintage Market – 20+ vintage vendors bring classic tees, denim, and retro gems to Wise Man Brewing, with a DJ spinning tunes and Kuya Bear serving up authentic Filipino food. 12-6 PM
- Cocktail Class – Spirit, citrus, sugar, flavor. Learn how to make the ultimate summer sours at easytalk! 2 & 4 PM
