Weekender: 23+ Events in Winston-Salem this Weekend, including Forsyth Creek Week, Dinosaur Adventure, and TEDxWFU

Making weekend plans? Check out these 23+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (March 19-22), including Forsyth Creek Week, Dinosaur Adventure, and TEDxWFU!

Don’t forget to look at our live music guide — it’s updated weekly.

Forsyth Creek Week event, one of 23+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (March 19-22)!
Photo courtesy of Forsyth Creek Week

Thursday, March 19

  • Evening in the Atrium – Listen to original songs from Jenn Bostic, Tiffany Thompson, and Kyshona while enjoying small bites from The Downtown Grille at 500 W 5th! 5-7 PM
  • Black Sacred Music Symposium – Study the music, methods, and message of this transformative tradition at the Black Sacred Music Symposium Thursday-Saturday, culminating in a transcendent concert on Sunday at UNCSA!
  • Comedy Show – Get ready for a hilarious lineup of female comedians at Radar Brewing! 7 PM
  • Cooking Class – Whip up a tropical chicken salad with Mary Haglund at Southern Home & Kitchen. 6 PM
  • March Madness – Watch first round games on the big screen at a/perture! Free to attend; registration required. Also available Friday.
  • Vinyl Night – Bring your favorite vinyl to Brouwerij DuBois for a night of analog sound. 5-8 PM
  • Consignment Sale – Shop used spring and summer children’s clothes, toys, and baby gear at Friedberg Moravian Church! 8 AM – 12 PM
  • Hops & Opera – Free opera? With beer? Sign us up. Vocalist Kristin Schwecke⁠⁠ performs at Incendiary Brewing⁠! 6 PM
  • Pop-Up Dinner – Enjoy doner kebabs and lemon rice from Native Root at Lesser Known Beer Co! 5:30 PM
  • Film Screening – Texas Pete made its own movie? Watch “Spaghetti Western” at a/perture!

 

Friday, March 20

  • Book Bedazzling – Give your favorite book a sparkly new look at Main & Mountain Bookstore! Crafting supplies provided; bring your own book or buy one in-store. 6 PM
  • Dueling Pianos – Get ready for an all-request, sing-along performance at Old Homeplace Vineyard! 6 PM
  • Curator Talk – Explore Reynolda’s newest exhibit, “Layered Looking,” in this curator-guided tour! 2 PM
  • Murder & Margaritas – Meet bestselling author Elle Cosimano at Reynolds Place Theatre as she discusses her latest book, “Finlay Donovan Crosses the Line.” 6:30 PM
  • Dinosaur Adventure – Encounter life-sized dinos, navigate obstacle courses, and go on themed rides at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds! Runs through Sunday.

 

Saturday, March 21

  • Casual Furniture World Warehouse Sale – Shop name-brand patio furniture up to 80% off, plus 500+ outdoor items on sale at Casual Furniture World’s warehouse. 8 AM – 2 PM
  • Speed Friending – Meet new people in a relaxed environment at the Wake Forest Center for Private Business. Hosted by Saya of Mac & Cheese Productions! 6 PM
  • Yard Sale – Stock up on used art supplies and studio materials at Sawtooth! 10 AM – 12 PM 
  • Mahjong Workshop – Take a 101 and 102 class with Camel City Mahjong at Footnote Coffee! Ticket includes lunch. 10 AM – 2 PM
  • Art in the Park – Celebrate spring by making flower crowns with NCMA WS and WS Recreation & Parks! 10 AM – 1 PM
  • Movie Night – Watch the locally filmed and produced movie “Night Terrors” at a/perture! Screenings at 7 and 10 PM.
  • The Book of Will – Shakespeare’s friends race to preserve his legacy in this heartfelt Little Theatre performance! Runs through March 29.
  • Craft Workshop – Create tiny woven birdhouse cards at The Open Studio in this family-friendly workshop! 10 AM
  • Free Market & Seep Swap – Bring unwanted items and/or seeds to Mothership Studios and grab whatever you’d like for free! 11 AM – 3 PM

 

Sunday, March 22

  • Creek Week JamboreeIt’s the perfect family outing! Learn about local waterways, meet live birds of prey, and enjoy hands-on activities at Fourth of July Park. 2-5 PM
  • TEDxWFU – Listen to a lineup of distinguished speakers at Wait Chapel, such as four-time world champion triathlete Leanda Cave! Free to attend; registration required. 2 PM
  • Pop-Up Brunch – Enjoy an à la carte brunch menu from Native Root at The Dutch Light! 11 AM – 1 PM
  • Puzzle CompetitionIt’s giving “Survivor” energy. Assemble a team and race to complete your puzzle first at Wise Man Brewing! 1 PM

 

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