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Making weekend plans? Check out these 35+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend, including the Apple Festival, Art in the Park, and Fizz & Beats!
Don’t forget to also look at our live music guide – it’s updated weekly!
Thursday, September 26
- Author Visit – Meet Vernon Glenn at The Bookhouse as he launches Slim and None, the final book in his trilogy about a North Carolina attorney. 6 PM
- Stage Show – Watch the Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance’s performance of My Sister In This House, a psychological drama-thriller. Runs through Sunday.
- Brantley Gilbert – The country rock singer performs at LJVM Coliseum as part of the Off the Rails Tour! 7 PM
- Bookmarks Opening Keynote – TJ Klune discusses his new book, Somewhere Beyond the Sea, at First Baptist on Fifth. 6:30 PM
- Swap & Style – Bring three apparel or accessory items to the Delta Fine Arts Center to swap with other fashion lovers! 6:30 PM
Friday, September 27
- Movie Night – A/peture hosts a screening of The Incredibles at Crossnore! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and grab a burger from the Sliders food truck. Pre-movie activities start at 6:30 PM, movie starts at dusk. (CANCELED)
- Cricket Nest’s Fall Festival – Find unique hand-crafted and upcycled goods at South Fork Community Center. Runs through Saturday.
- Books & Bites – Meet the Bookmarks Festival featured authors early, skip the Saturday signing lines, and enjoy light bites at the Benton Convention Center! 7 PM
- Salsa Dance Social – Join SonCaribe Latin Dance at the Coal Pit for a beginners dance class, followed by a night of social dancing! 7-11 PM
- Comedy & Brewpub Tour – Climb aboard the “jolly trolley” for a hilarious trip around town featuring an onboard comedy show and a tasting at a local brewpub. 7 PM
- Cooking Class – Learn to make the perfect homemade pizza and salad at Southern Home & Kitchen. 12-1 PM
- House Hangs – Bring your friends and meet new people at NCMA Winston-Salem (formerly SECCA) as DJ Prez spins tunes and Native Root serves a delicious dinner. 5-8 PM
- Drive-in Movie – Watch The Little Mermaid (2023 version) at Davie County Community Park. Concessions provided by Lemon ‘N’ Dough and Sno Biz! Movie starts at dusk.
- Runway Shows – Discover the latest looks for fall and winter at Winston-Salem Fashion Week’s opening night at Truist Stadium. 6:30 PM
- Mixology Class – Learn how to make three hand-crafted cocktails at Euphoria! 7 PM
Saturday, September 28
- Fizz & Beats – Listen to live music and sample mocktails at this one-of-a-kind zero-proof festival at the Ciener Botanical Garden. A portion of proceeds benefit Greater Piedmont Adult and Teen Challenge. 12-6 PM
- Bookmarks Festival – Head downtown for the largest book festival in the Carolinas, featuring 50 authors signing books and speaking on panels. All day.
- A Playdate for Iz! – Clemmons Moravian Church Childcare Center hosts a community event to support Izial “Iz” Williams, a toddler recently diagnosed with cancer. The free event will feature playground play, activity stations, and raffles. 10 AM – 2 PM
- Walk From Obesity – Walk or run at Hanes Park in support of the TREO Foundation! The non-profit supports treatment, research, and education to end obesity. 9 AM
- Apple Festival – Experience history with demonstrations from 18th-century craftsmen, play Colonial games, and enjoy fall’s apple harvest at Historic Bethabara Park! 10 AM – 4 PM
- Southern Charm at the Farm – Are you ready for one of the biggest vendor markets in the Triad? Head to Tanglewood Park with your friends and shop from 300 vendors! 9 AM – 4 PM
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- Shred For a Cause – Have documents you need to shred? Take them to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church! Proceeds benefit over 20 local non-profits. 9 AM – 12 PM
- Outdoor Concert – Listen to The Wildflowers perform Tom Petty’s music at Shallowford Square. 7 PM
- Art in the Park – Join NCMA Winston-Salem (formerly SECCA) at Blum-Blanding Park to learn how to make plushies! 11 AM – 2 PM
- Tasting Event – Enjoy an izakaya pop-up and sakés at The Caviste. RSVP required. 6 PM
- Fall Plant Sale – Shop native plants and staff favorites at the Reynolda House! 8 AM – 2 PM
- Water Tower Market – Explore Radar Brewing Company’s signature market, featuring handmade items, live music, and food trucks. 12-5 PM
- Harvest Fest – Discover fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fresh flowers, and much more at Jerry Long Family YMCA as the Clemmons Farmer Market 2024 season comes to a close. 8:30-11:30 AM
- Brazilian Festa – Immerse yourself in Brazilian culture with a live samba band, samba dance class, and Brazilian food & drinks at Hispanic League! 4-6 PM
- Grand Opening – Be among the first to try the menu at Lolo’s Bistro & Bar! The grand opening event will include live music and activities. 4-7 PM
- Pregnant in the Piedmont – Join Piedmont Doulas at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center Conference Center for a pregnancy, baby, early childhood, and parenting expo. 12-4 PM
- Salem Lake Trail Run – Run a 30K, 7-Mile, or 5K at Salem Lake. 8 AM
- Author Visit – Are you a fan of sci-fi and fantasy? Christopher Ruocchio, the author of the Sun Eater series, holds an author talk and book signing at The Bookhouse. 1-3 PM
Sunday, September 29
- Salem Bach Festival – Get swept away in the music of Bach as musical and vocal ensembles perform his works at Home Moravian Church. 3 PM
- Fabulous Flashbacks – Listen to classics from the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s at The Historic Broyhill in Clemmons! 3 PM
- Little Shop of Horrors – RiverRun International Film Festival presents a free screening of the cult classic film at Hanesbrands Theatre. 4 PM
- Oktoberfest – Celebrate at Brouwerij DuBois with traditional German food, stein-holding contests, music, and games! 12-8 PM
- Music and Art Gala – Synergize Business Mission hosts an evening of art, music, vendors, raffles, and more at Wise Man Brewing to raise suicide awareness. Proceeds benefit Family Services of Forsyth County. 3-8 PM
- Calligraphy Class – Join Sip & Script at Joymongers Barrel Hall to learn the basics of calligraphy and letter a faux pumpkin! Supplies are included. 4:30 PM
- Cocktail Class – Learn about the science behind making great cocktails at Easytalk. 2 PM and 4 PM
