This weekend in Forsyth County, NC

Create a personalized pumpkin, get your face painted, and snap a picture with the Chick-fil-A Cow.

Learn to bake traditional Moravian Sugar Cake with guidance from Debbie Jackman. Participants will make two cakes, taking one home and offering the other to be sold at the annual Chili Cook-Off. The class takes place in the church kitchen and focuses on step-by-step preparation of this traditional recipe. Advance sign-up is required.

MUSE Winston-Salem presents a guided walk marking 250 years of American independence, pairing a two mile route with two hours of storytelling to explore 250 years of Twin City history. This 2 x 2 x 250 Semiquincentennial Stroll moves through MUSEws neighborhood of bridges and railbeds, former farms and factories, monuments and graveyards, with panoramic viewpoints into the city’s past and future. Along the way, the guide highlights pivotal moments in the Camel City story and introduces figures both well known and overlooked, inviting reflection on the next 250 years. The walk concludes inside the museum with a cold drink and light snack, plus an exclusive first look at a mosaic glass mural that once stood at Smith Reynolds Airport and is now newly installed and illuminated at MUSEws. Led by historian and MUSEws executive director Dr. Mike Wakeford, registration includes the two hour tour, a souvenir water bottle for the route, and a post tour beverage and snack. Expect roughly two miles in under two hours along mostly even sidewalks with modest elevation changes on a partially shaded route. The tour takes place rain or shine. Participants are encouraged to bring water. The guide will use amplification, and attendance is capped to support clear audio and time for questions. A liability waiver is required for registrants. Whether you are a longtime local or a newcomer, this stroll offers a welcoming way to connect with the city’s past and imagine its future.

Celebrate the season with a relaxed art gathering that centers on mixed media exploration and community. Experiment with layers of paper, paint, stamps, fabric, watercolor, and other materials while playing with cozy colors and inviting textures to craft unique pieces. Possible projects include autumn themed artwork, handmade cards and tags, journal pages, collages, and other whimsical seasonal creations. The focus is on creativity, connection, and joy rather than perfection, offering a welcoming space to pause, make something meaningful, and enjoy the process. This family friendly experience includes all supplies, welcomes every skill level, and is open to ages 8 and up, with children attending alongside an adult. Participants leave with handmade art and fresh inspiration for the season.

Boo! at Bethabara offers a Halloween celebration with a historic twist. The event features the Fear on the Frontier walk, regional ghost stories, a magic show, opportunities to see a few feathered creatures, and a range of family-friendly activities. Admission is free.

Trick or Treat at Willow Grace & Co offers extra Halloween fun with candy for kids and a one-night-only shopping discount. Costumes are optional, so guests can dress up or come as they are. Dogs are welcome too, whether they are in costume or not. Hosted at Willow Grace & Co inside The Glam House, it is presented as a convenient stop for those coming from the Shalloween Festival in Lewisville who want to keep the celebration going.

A Fall Festival features a bounce house, games, and a cake walk, followed by Trunk or Treat. Children are encouraged to wear their best Halloween costumes.

Explore Winston-Salem’s past on a true crime tour that sheds light on some of the city’s darkest chapters. Hear about an enigmatic homicide committed by a serial prison escapee, how one of America’s most notorious cult leaders came to power, and a case in which an entire family was killed with no clear explanation. The tour presents these grim episodes from Winston-Salem’s history in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

At Trulite Baptist Church in High Point, the Harvest Fest includes singing followed by food.

Rosewood takes the stage at Old Nick's Pub in Lewisville, NC for an evening of live music, featuring an acoustic trio and a set of favorites.

AEW Collision comes to Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem for a live show in North Carolina. Fans can experience the in-arena excitement of AEW as the Coliseum hosts this event.

Rumours ATL brings a full evening of Fleetwood Mac’s classic era to The Ramkat in Winston-Salem. With more than a decade of performances behind them, this tribute focuses on an authentic recreation of the band’s golden period, presented across two sets. Look forward to the ethereal pull of Rhiannon and Songbird, along with the driving energy of Go Your Own Way, as the band explores a catalog that helped shape pop and rock.

The fourth annual Home Runs and Hot Rods Grand Slam edition features a free car show and cruise in that benefits the Glenn High School baseball team. The gathering is held on the Glenn High School campus.

This community Trunk or Treat at Old Town Baptist Church features decorated car trunks and plenty of candy for visitors. The line forms on the right side of the parking lot, and when facing the sanctuary, guests enter from the right. Friends and families are welcome. For questions, contact the church office at 336-924-1552.

A festival of faith-centered music honors the legacies of Jan Hus, John Calvin, and Martin Luther. Presented as part of a series centered on the new Noack pipe organ, Op. 171, the program concludes with a reception. Those interested, including church choirs, may participate, with a single rehearsal planned beforehand.