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Whether you love watching baseball, jamming out to live music, or trying new ice cream shops, make your summer unforgettable with our Winston-Salem summer bucket list!
Updated June 2026
Attend the Winston-Salem Open
The city’s biggest sporting event of the year takes place August 22-29! Top tennis players from around the world gather at the Wake Forest Tennis Center to compete in the final men’s tournament prior to the US Open.
- Good News: Tickets are currently on sale!
Watch an Outdoor Movie
There’s nothing quite as nostalgic as watching a movie under the stars with a bucket of popcorn in hand. Check out which movies are playing in Winston-Salem this summer!
- New This Year:Â Watch movies on Truist Stadium’s massive video screen as part of their new Signature Community Nights!
Jam Out at a Concert
There are over 20 concerts scheduled for this summer, including popular local acts like The Vagabond Saints Society and Pure Fiyah Reggae Band and nationally touring performers like Craig Morgan!
Relax at a Winery
Unwind with a glass of wine in hand, surrounded by beautiful views. Did you know there are over ten vineyards and wineries less than an hour from Winston-Salem? Several of them even have live music on weekends!
Cheer On a Local Sports Team
Catch the Winston-Salem Dash at Truist Stadium, the Carolina Disco Turkeys at Couch Ballpark, or Salem City FC at Reynolds Stadium.
- Theme Nights: Keep an eye on the Dash’s upcoming themed games — we’re excited for the Carolina Reapers rebrand nights!
Play Tennis or Pickleball
The great debate: tennis or pickleball? Whichever you prefer, we’ve got you covered with an extensive guide to the city’s courts.
- Pro Tip:Â Looking to avoid the heat? Dill Dinkers opens up its indoor pickleball club this July!
Escape the Heat
It’s no secret that summers in the South can be sweltering. Cool off at one of these local spots, like The Bullhole, the Yadkin River, or (closer to home) Polo Pool!
Hit the Trails
Explore the beauty of North Carolina’s mountains! Whether you prefer easy hikes or challenging climbs, there are a variety of trails to tackle within a few hours of Winston-Salem.
- Pro Tip: Avoid the midday heat and catch a spectacular view with this Pilot Mountain sunrise hike.
Enjoy Frozen Treats
Satisfy your sweet tooth at one (or several) of these 15+ ice cream spots! Team members Christy and Jacob love stopping by Twin City Sweets for its themed weekends like Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter.
Pick Sunflowers
Brighten up your home with freshly picked sunflowers from flower farms like The Fields at Sunflower Trail, Robertson Family Farm, and Dewberry Farm.
- Keep in Mind:Â Sunflower fields are in bloom from mid-July to early fall.
For the Parents
Mommy, I’m bored. Sound familiar? Check out these activities to make keeping your kids entertained a little easier — we’ve listed everything from camps and trampoline parks to roller skating and tennis lessons!
