Weekender: 32+ Events in Winston-Salem this Weekend, Including Brazilian Festa, Robot Building, and Miles for Migraine

Making weekend plans? Check out these 32+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend, including Brazilian Festa, robot building at Radar Brewing, and Miles for Migraine!

Don’t forget to also look at our live music guide – it’s updated weekly!

Thursday, September 5

• 50th Anniversary – The Winston-Salem Chronicle turns 50! Learn about the African-American newspaper’s history at MUSE Winston-Salem with a pop-up exhibition and panel discussion. 6-9 PM
• Bots on Tap – Build your own robot at Radar Brewing! All skill levels are welcome. 5:30-8:30 PM
• Poker Tournament – Go all in to help fight cancer! This tournament at The Ramakt raises funds for Cancer Services and Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center. 5:30 PM
• Fireside – Join NCMA WS (formerly SECCA) for a casual artist talk series. This month features a discussion with two tattoo artists. 6 PM
• Opera & Brews – Listen to two opera singers from Piedmont Opera perform at Brouwerij DuBois! The song sets begin at 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM.
• Author Meet & Greet – Meet James Ponti, author of The Sherlock Society middle-grade series, at Bookmarks! James Ponti will also be signing books at the event. 4-5:30 PM
• Free Yoga – Stretch out with 2B Yoga at Bailey Park! Remember to bring your own mat. 6 PM

Friday, September 6

• Candle & Soap Making Workshop – Learn to craft a soy wax candle and soap bars while sipping mimosas at Lizzie’s All Natural Products. 6 PM
• Gem Show – Attend the Forsyth Gem, Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds Event Center for demonstrations, geode sales, and more. Runs through Sunday.
• First Friday Dinner – Enjoy a four-course dinner at Founders Restaurant in the historic Shaffner Inn. 5 PM
• Laser Show – Experience a laser show set to the music of Outkast and Beyoncé at Kaleideum! Outkast show starts at 8:45 PM, Beyoncé show starts at 10 PM.
• Field of Dreams – Join greeNest at the Flow Club at Truist Stadium for delicious food and auctions. Proceeds support greeNest’s mission to furnish homes for families moving into sustainable housing. 7 PM
• Free Symphony – The Piedmont Wind Symphony presents “Summon the Heroes” at Incendiary Brewing in Lewisville! The performance features music from John Williams’ Olympic compositions and Marvel & Pixar action films’ soundtracks. 6:30 PM
• Fitness Friday – Work up a sweat with a free F45 training session at the Coal Pit. Registration is required. 5:30 PM

Saturday, September 7

• Grand Opening – Celebrate Opal & Onyx Hair Co.’s opening on 709 N Trade Street! Stop by for brunch and vendors selling plants, charms, flower bouquets, and more. 11 AM – 2 PM
• Concert in the Park – Listen to Little Texas and Braden Hull perform at Davie County Community Park. Concessions available for purchase. 7 PM
• Art Workshop – Use fresh blooms and greenery to create your own cyanotype art and flower arrangement at My Garden Blooms. 2 PM
• Miles for Migraines – Walk or run in support of migraine & headache awareness, treatment, and research at Jamison Park! Registration for the 2-mile walk and timed 5K is free. 9:30 AM
• Meadowlark Beach Blast – Listen to The Embers perform at the field by Meadowlark Elementary School! The free event features a cornhole tournament, food trucks, and a silent auction benefiting NC Special Olympics. Gates open at 2 PM, show starts around 6 PM.
• Pawpaw Field Day – Learn about this native tree and try its unique fruit at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center. The event features tours of the orchard, educational talks, and kids activities! 10 AM – 3 PM
• Brazilian Festa – Immerse yourself in Brazilian culture with a live samba band, samba dance class, and Brazilian food & drinks at Authoring Action! This event takes place every Saturday in September at various venues. 4-6 PM
• Football Tailgate – Cheer on your favorite football teams while playing games like corn hole and beer pong at Tucker’s Tap Yard. 2-6 PM
• Outdoor Concert – Are you ready for a blend of jazz, swing, and Motown? Head to Shallowford Square to hear the Andrew Thielen Big Band perform live! 7 PM
• One Act Play Festival – Camel City Playhouse presents the original works of local playwrights! Showings also take place on September 8, 14, and 15.
• Football Game – Cheer on Wake Forest as they face off against UVA at Allegacy Stadium. Go Deacs! 7 PM
• Summer on Fourth – The Vagabond Saints Society performs in front of Foothills Brewpub! 7 PM
• Agatha Christie – The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem presents And Then There Were None, an adaption of Agatha Christie’s famous mystery novel. Runs through September 15.
• Opening Celebration – If you still haven’t stopped by Wandering Sun Mead Hall for a glass of mead, the grand opening is the perfect time to go! 12 PM – 12 AM
• Groove Lab – Groove to music from live DJs like Chandler Sinclair, Ollie, TAY LIVELY, and Remyy at Euphoria. 9:30 PM – 2 AM

Sunday, September 8

• Painting Date – Attempt to paint portraits of each other in this hilarious challenge at The Playground Golf & Sports Bar! Free to attend. 6:30 PM
• Summer Dance Social – Learn the garba, a traditional Indian folk dance, at Tanglewood Park! Kids activities also available. 2-5 PM
• Barktember Fest – Celebrate the unofficial beginning of fall at Tucker’s Tap Yard, with vendors, live music, and food trucks. 12-5 PM
• Painting Pop-up – Paint the skyline of Winston-Salem at Wise Man Brewing. No experience necessary! 2 PM
• Cocktail Class – Join Easytalk at the bar to learn about New Orleans cocktails. 4 PM