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Making weekend plans? Check out these 31+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (August 7-10), including Crossnore Movie Night, Easy Bend river float, and Kaleideum After Dark!
Don’t forget to look at our live music guide—it’s updated weekly!
Thursday, August 7
- Free Yoga – Take a deep breath. Join Lotus Yoga Academy for an outdoor yoga session at Bailey Park. 6 PM
- Singles Night – Meet fellow singles at ByGood Coffee! Go solo or bring your entire singles crew. 5-9 PM
- Studio Takeover – Visit Kaleideum’s Try It! Studio to dream up and design plans for The Grounds, an upcoming mixed-use destination near Deacon Boulevard. 10 AM – 12 PM
- Paired Dinner – Fried chicken and champagne? Try this pairing for yourself at The Caviste. Seatings between 5:30-7:30 PM. Reservation required.
- Business Mixer – Meet and mingle with fellow professionals at Childress Vineyards. 5:30-7:30 PM
Friday, August 8
- The Prince of Egypt – Do you remember this ‘90s film? Experience the musical adaptation at Theatre Alliance—and yes, the songs hit just as hard as you remember. Runs through August 17.
- Improv Show – Watch Foolish Mortals, Winston-Salem’s local improv troupe, perform at Camel City Playhouse! 7:30 PM
- Latin Jam Night – Head to Chad’s Chai for a vocal performance and collaborative painting experience with Natasha Dennis. Free to attend. 7 PM
- Movie Night – Watch Disney’s “Planes” at the sports field at Crossnore! Food truck onsite. Movie starts at sundown.
- Downtown Jazz – Listen to Nicholas Cole and Saundra Ross perform jazzy tunes at Corpening Plaza. Concessions available. 6:30 PM
- Girls’ Movie Night – Watch “Freaker Friday” with the Winston Girls Club at The Grand! 5:30 PM
- Friday Night Float – Unwind from your week with a float down the river and a potluck dinner at Easy Bend Farms. 6:30-10 PM Rescheduled to Saturday, August 9, at 6:30 PM.
- Night Market – Head to Gypsy Road Brewing for a vendor market, live music from Gipsy Danger, and Deli’s Taco Truck. 5-9 PM
- Ladies Night Luau – Enjoy a dinner buffet, champagne, vendors, and more at Breathe Cocktail Lounge! Free to attend. 6-9 PM
Saturday, August 9
- Kaleideum After Dark – Challenge your friends to Guitar Hero and Super Smash Bros, navigate a life-size Ms. Pac-Man maze, and explore Kaleideum at this 21+ only event. 6:30-9:30 PM
- Cat Video Fest – Watch a compilation of the latest and best cat videos at Foothills Tasting Room! 7 PM
- Movie Night – Watch “Despicable Me 4″ with the kids at Main Street Park in Mocksville! Movie starts at sunset.
- Trail Race – Run in a challenging 5K or 10K at Hobby Park! Benefits Winston-Salem Street School and The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem. Races start at 7:55 AM.
- Books, Barbecue & Bingo – Enjoy a barbecue dinner and bingo rounds at Biotech Place! Plus, be one of the first to learn the author lineup for this year’s Bookmarks Festival. Registration closes August 6.
- Fermentation Workshop – Learn how to preserve foods through fermentation in this hands-on class at Crafted Kitchen. 10 AM
- Disney Concert – Listen to Martha Bassett and a musical ensemble perform classic Disney songs at Salem College. 7:30 PM
- Painting DIY – Gather your girlfriends and paint a calming beachgrass scene at Wine & Design. 7 PM
- Kids in the Kitchen – Kids ages 7-12 learn to make various back-to-school-inspired lunches at Southern Home & Kitchen. 10 AM
- Family Art Day – Create black and white block prints at NCMA Winston-Salem and explore the galleries for free! 11 AM – 2 PM
- Historical Celebration – Learn about the connections between the Cherokee People and the early Moravians at Historic Bethabara Park. 1:30-4:30 PM
- Anniversary Party – Celebrate three years of Tucker’s Tap Yard with a foam machine, karaoke, the Lomo House food truck, and Salty Paws Doggie Ice Cream! 5 PM
- Sunrise Paddle – Hey there, early risers. Take your kayak out on Salem Lake to catch the sunrise—registration required. 5-7 AM
- Back to School Market – Shop clothing, children’s books, flowers, coffee, and more at 406 Harvey Street! 9 AM – 12 PM
- Latin Dancing – Join SonCaribe Latin Dance at Art For Art’s Sake for a beginner salsa class, followed by a night of social dancing. 7-11 PM
- Slice of the Island Life – Head to Bodine’s Bar in Clemmons for live music, cornhole, raffles, a food truck, and a silent auction! Benefits Cancer Services of Winston-Salem. 3-9 PM
- Native Root Pop-up – Enjoy Italian breakfast paninis, tomato pies, and bread pudding from Chefs Jordan Rainbolt and Nguyet Nguyen at West Salem Public House.
Sunday, August 10
- Supper Series – Enjoy a four-course dinner at The Katharine paired with spirits from Broad Branch Distillery. 5:30 PM
- Nature & Art – Explore the world of cyanotype printing and art photography at My Garden Blooms. Bonus: Make a bouquet using the flower bar! 2 PM
- Cocktail Class – Join easytalk at the bar to learn how to elevate your at-home cocktail game using ice. 4 PM
- Paint Your Partner – Attempt to paint your partner at The Playground Golf & Sports Bar! Free to attend. 5:30 PM
- Farmers Mini Market – Shop from farmers and local vendors in Fiddlin’ Fish’s taproom. 12-4 PM
- Mindful-Mess – Craft multiple collages inspired by various prompts at Dabble Art Bar! 2 PM
- Boots & Soul – Head to Real World Ballroom for a day of line dancing where country meets soul. 12:30-4:30 PM
- Jazz & Champagne – Enjoy brunch, champagne, a gourmet Bloody Mary bar, a mimosa station, and live jazz at Sir Winston Wine Loft. 11 AM – 2 PM
- Dessert Class – Learn how to make Mexican desserts like flan and churros from Chef Nguyet Nguyen at Southern Home & Kitchen. 1 PM
