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Making weekend plans? Check out these 37+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (May 8-11), including SummerLark, Mother’s Day events, and Dogwood Farms’ Poppy Festival!
Don’t forget to look at our live music guide—it’s updated weekly!
Thursday, May 8
- Bloom & Boutique – Celebrate Mother’s Day early at LoveWell Boutique! Build your own bouquet, enjoy live acoustic guitar, and explore the boutique’s latest collections. 4 PM
- Tequila Tasting – Join The Dutch Light for a guided tasting of five tequilas! 7 PM
- Comedy Show – Laugh about motherhood, midlife crises, marriage, and more at the “Unhinged Moms” show at Hanesbrands Theatre. 7 PM
- Fireweed Dinner – Head to West Salem Public House for a delicious meal prepared by Chef Jordan of Native Root! 6:30 PM
- CreatorXchange – Discover how to build sustainable income streams as a content creator at Flywheel Coworking. 11:30 AM
- Paint & Sip – Paint a pre-traced canvas in this artist-led evening at Breathe Cocktail Lounge! 6 PM
- Comedy Night – Laugh the night away at Hoots Beer Co. as four comedians take the stage! 7 PM
- Instant Musical – Watch Spirit Gum Theatre Co. make up an entire musical on the spot at Mountcastle Forum! Family-friendly show on May 8, adult show on May 10.
Friday, May 9
- Opening Night – Watch Theatre Alliance’s production of “Bubbling Brown Sugar,” a musical about Harlem during its golden years. Runs through May 18.
- NC Fine Wines Awards Gala – Sip on award-winning wines and mingle with fellow wine enthusiasts at the Millennium Center. 6:45 PM
- Old Salem Workshop – Create your own pewter spoon using the Moravian’s traditional tools and methods at the Single Brothers’ Workshop. 6:30 PM
- Dueling Pianos – Get ready for an all-request, sing-along piano performance at The Playground! 8 PM
- Fitness Friday – Work up a sweat while making new friends at F45’s free training session at the Coal Pit. Registration is required. 5:30 PM
- Stage Show – Watch Camel City Playhouse’s production of “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead” and experience the story of “Hamlet” from the perspective of two minor characters. Runs through May 18.
- Spring Night Market – Check out Gypsy Road Brewing’s new Night Market series, featuring vendors like Eastern Fig Boutique and BRIMMED Hat Bar. 5-9 PM
Saturday, May 10
- Kaleideum After Dark – Battle it out in a Guitar Hero World Tour competition, jam out with High School Reunion on the Rooftop, and explore Kaleideum at this 21+ only event. 6:30-9:30 PM
- The Art of Motherhood Wellness Retreat – Join the Be Well Women’s Wellness Collective for self-care and bonding through yoga, meditation, journaling, and conversations. 8:30 AM – 3 PM
- SummerLark – Listen to Old Crow Medicine Show perform at Bailey Park! Concert benefits Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s Cancer Patient Support Program. 7 PM
- Family Art Day – Make kinetic and mobile sculptures at NCMA Winston-Salem! 11 AM – 2 PM
- Neighborhood Yard Sale – Find everything from furniture and kids toys to home decor and tools at 50+ homes in the Brookberry Farm neighborhood. 8 AM – 12 PM
- Wilkerson Mother’s Day – Kids will cut out mini cakes and decorate bags for Mom at Wilkerson Bakery! 8 AM – 4 PM
- Anniversary – Celebrate Joymongers Barrell Hall’s seventh anniversary with cornhole, darts, an outdoor vintage market, and live music. 12 PM – 12 AM
- Poppy Festival – Head to Dogwood Farms for the second annual Poppy Festival, complete with tethered hot air balloon rides! 9 AM – 8:30 PM
- Sanskriti India Fest – Immerse yourself in Indian culture at Corpening Plaza, featuring cultural food, jewelry and clothing, henna, dance, and music! 12-5 PM
- Hippie Bar Hop – Dress up in your hippie gear and visit all the participating bars in downtown Kernersville to be entered into a drawing! 5-9 PM
- Line Dancing – Enjoy a night of open line dancing (all requests!) at Real World Ballroom. 7 PM
- Art on the Lawn – Visit the Historic Nissen House to paint a watercolor masterpiece, view local artist Rick Jones’ art exhibit, and tour the home! 11 AM – 4 PM
- Soccer Match – Cheer on the Salem City Beasts as they take on Mint Hill FC at Truist Sports Park! 7 PM
- Native Root Brunch – Enjoy delicious sandos, tacos, and desserts prepared by Chef Jordan and Chef Brittany of The Humble Bee Shoppe at West Salem Public House. 10 AM
- Jewelry Buffet – Design a custom piece of jewelry for Mother’s Day at Mixxer! Mentors will be on-site to help. 10 AM – 1 PM
- Cars & Coffee – Admire Italian cars and mingle with fellow enthusiasts at NCMA Winston-Salem. 9 AM – 12 PM
- ROCC World Relief Triad 5K – Run at River Oaks Community Church to support World Relief Triad! There will be free childcare and a kids fun zone at the event. 8 AM
- West Bend Market – Find unique gifts from local and regional artists and makers at West Bend Bar! 12-5 PM
- Latin Dance Night – Join SonCaribe Latin Dance at AFAS to learn the salsa, followed by an open dance featuring salsa, bachata, merengue, and more! 7-11 PM
- Dancing On Air Showcase – Watch amateur and professional dancers perform to timeless classics and modern hits at Hanesbrands Theatre. 5:30 PM
Sunday, May 11
- Mother’s Day at West Bend – Treat Mom to a delicious brunch, a “mom”osa bar, pop-up vendors, and live music at West Bend Bar! 11 AM – 6 PM
- Seafood Boil – Celebrate Mother’s Day Southern style with a traditional seafood boil at Foothills Tasting Room. 1-3 PM
- Cocktail Class – Take Mom to easytalk for a special class that celebrates her! 4 PM
- Mother’s Day Market – Find unique gifts for Mom at Wise Man Brewing. 12-5 PM
- Sushi Workshop – Make (and eat) sushi at Joymongers Barrel Hall with GringoNinja. 6:30 PM
- Mother’s Day Brunch – Celebrate Mom with a delicious brunch at Southern Home & Kitchen! 1 PM
- Paint & Sip – Take Mom to Wine & Design to paint a beautiful sunflower! 1 PM
