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Making weekend plans? Check out these 39+ events in Winston-Salem this weekend (September 18-21), including Fiesta Festival, Fizz & Beats, and Disco Dance Party!
Don’t forget to look at our live music guide—it’s updated weekly!
Thursday, September 18
- Evening in the Atrium – Talented musicians and great food—catch Blue Bambooza live while enjoying small bites from The Downtown Grille at 500 W 5th. 5-7 PM
- Anniversary Party – Celebrate 20 years of Forsyth Woman Magazine at The Crest! Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and a live auction. Proceeds benefit LEAD Girls of NC. 6 PM
- Paw Crawl – Join Forsyth Humane Society at Joyner’s Bar for their final pet-friendly bar crawl of the year! 5-8 PM
- Wine Tasting – Taste wines grown in volcanic soil with Advintage at Little Pep! 6 PM
- Uno Tournament – Back by popular demand! Become an Uno champion at Bar Nola’s free-to-play, winner-take-all tournament. Must be 21+ to play. 8 PM
- Food For Thought – Go green and learn how to reduce food waste through home composting at South Fork Community Center. Free to attend! 4 PM
- Fall Crafting – Choose from one of several fall painting projects from West & Co. at Maddie Cakes Bakery—and don’t forget to grab a “Gilmore Girls”-themed drink while you’re there! 6 PM
Friday, September 19
- Murder Mystery – Can you solve this 1920s mystery at Byrdhouse Books? The best detectives will win a bookish mystery box! Costumes encouraged. 6:30 PM
- Cultural Food Fair – Celebrate Winston-Salem’s rich diversity and try flavors from around the world at Robinhood Road Family YMCA. 11 AM
- Art Show & Sale – View artwork from over a dozen local artists at The Barn at Reynolda Village! A portion of sales benefits Samaritan Ministries. 12-8 PM
- Art Crush – Head to the Arts District for a block party with live performances, art galleries, and local vendors & artists. 7-10 PM
- Desserts & Movie – Date night idea! Sample signature desserts from Cheesecakes by Alex and watch a screening of “Chocolat” at a/perture. 7:30 PM
- Free Workout – Calling all moms! Join Fit4mom Piedmont at Liberty Plaza for a stroller workout class. 9:30 AM
- Movie Night – ‘Ohana means family. Watch the animated “Lilo & Stitch” at Harmon Park! Movie starts at dusk.
- Anniversary – Celebrate The Dutch Light’s first anniversary with a year in cocktails! Runs through Sunday.
- Paint Party – Not an artist? Not a problem. Paint a beautiful mountain scene in this step-by-step class at The Open Studio. 6:30 PM
- Line Dancing – Time to pull out your boots. Join Chaos Crew Line Dancing at Radar Brewing for a free beginner class followed by open dancing! 7-9:30 PM
- Comedy Show – Get ready for a night of clean comedy with Jonnie W. and a silent auction at The Crossing Church in Kernersville! Proceeds benefit CareNet of the Triad. 7 PM
- Swing Dance Night – Dance to DJ’d swing tunes at Fair Witness Fancy Drinks! 8 PM
Saturday, September 20
- Middle Eastern Christian Festival – Taste authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, experience live music & traditional dances, and explore cultural exhibits at Bible Church of Clemmons! Runs through Sunday.
- Fiesta Festival – Kick off National Hispanic Heritage Month in downtown Winston-Salem with live music, food trucks, and vendors! Presented by the Hispanic League. 11 AM – 7 PM
- Sunrise Paddle – Hey there, early risers. Take a kayak out on Salem Lake to catch the sunrise—rental kayaks will be available. Registration required. 5:15-7:30 AM
- Fizz & Beats – Head to Ciener Botanical Garden for a zero-proof festival, featuring mocktail samples, live music, food trucks, and arts & crafts vendors! 12-5 PM
- Movie Night – Catch a showing of “When Harry Met Sally” at East of Texas. 7:30 PM
- Grape Stomp – Kick off your shoes and join Childress Vineyards’ grape stomp, featuring live music by Kids in America! 7 PM
- Public Ropes Day – Miracle Heights Adventures opens to the public! Climb rock walls, traverse rope bridges, and go ziplining at Crossnore’s campus. 9:30-11:30 AM
- Community Day – Join Reynolda for art activities, live music, and free admission to the Reynolda House Museum. 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Forsyth Fun Fest – Take the family to Highland Avenue Park for kids’ activities, a job fair, raffles, and county services! 11 AM – 2 PM
- DIY Wreath – Quoth the Raven, “Nevermore.” Make an Edgar Allen Poe-inspired wreath at Byrdhouse Books! 5 PM
- Flow Into Fall – Synergy Winston-Salem hosts at Salem Bottleworks, followed by snacks and small plates from Chef Bobby of Bobby Boy Bakeshop. 5 PM
- Football – Watch Winston-Salem State University take on Virginia State at Bowman Gray Stadium. 1 PM
- Pickleball Tournament – Register to play in the Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce’s indoor pickleball tournament at Forsyth County Day School! 8 AM – 5 PM
- Pet Painting – Create a Van Gogh-style painting of your pet at Wine & Design! 7 PM
- Dogs & Yoga – Speaking of pets… Join Forsyth Humane Society for a yoga session surrounded by furry friends! 3 PM
- Kids in the Kitchen – Take the kids to Southern Home & Kitchen to learn how to make Mexican-inspired dishes like enchiladas and churros! 10 AM
- This Side of Crazy – Watch this comedic play about fame, family, and finding your way home at Theatre Alliance. Rated R. Runs through September 27.
- Oktoberfest Celebrations
- Gypsy Road Brewing – Celebrate Oktoberfest with free line dancing lessons, music by DJ Fish, and brews! 7-10 PM
- Wise Man Brewing – Enjoy German cuisine & music, Oktoberfest contests, and vendors on Saturday and Sunday!
- Fiddlin’ Fish – Get ready for Oktoberfest contests, German food, corn hole, and more! Starts at 1 PM.
- Incendiary Brewing – Head to the downtown location for free bratwurst, commemorative steins, and live music! All day.
Sunday, September 21
- Disco Dance Party – It’s time to boogie at the Millennium Center! Dance to disco, rock, soul, and pop—all in support of local nonprofits. 4-7 PM
- Car Show – Admire a lineup of classic cars at Brouwerij Dubois and grab a bite from the Philly Masters food truck! 1-5 PM
- Supper Series – Enjoy a multi-course meal at The Katharine, featuring farm-fresh ingredients from Harmony Ridge Farm! 5:30 PM
- Yoga at the Winery – Unwind at Medaloni Cellars with yoga and a glass of wine. 11 AM
- Cake Decorating – Take your little bakers to The Blossom Studio to decorate a Hello Kitty-themed miniature cake! 2 PM
- Cocktail Class – Learn how to make negronis and personalize them to your tastes at easytalk. 4 PM
