The best things to do in Mount Airy

Earle Theatre is Mount Airy's 1938 movie house, home to the Old-Time Music Heritage Hall, where films share the stage with live shows, pickin' jams, and the weekly WPAQ Merry-Go-Round broadcast. It’s the kind of place you drop by for a flick and end up staying for the fiddle.

From the Mount Airy newsletter, November 5, 2026

Whether you want old-fashioned candy, a cold drink, or a porch rocker to park in while you chat with neighbors, Wally's Service Station keeps the Mayberry vibes alive with a laid-back atmosphere and shelves of quirky, old-timey gifts and souvenirs that make perfect just-because surprises.

From the Hillsville newsletter, November 4, 2026

Whether you’re squeezing in nine after work or plotting a full Saturday, Cross Creek Country Club brings the goods with an 18-hole championship course, clay and hard tennis plus pickleball, a resort-style pool, and the Sunset Grill. Bonus points for that Grand Ballroom and Blue Ridge views.

From the Hillsville newsletter, October 29, 2026

Winston Lake Golf Course is an Ellis Maples design carved through 480 acres of rolling woods, with newly upgraded Diamond Zoysia greens reshaped and leveled for more fun pin placements. It’s a scenic, no-fuss round and arguably the Triad’s best value, plus a solid spot for tournaments or junior golf.

From the Forsyth County newsletter, November 4, 2026

Basketball, music and other sports venue with 8,000-plus seats.

Winston Salem Fairgrounds keeps the Triad calendar buzzing with concerts, a farmers market, food fests, trade shows, and even an ice rink for public skating and hockey. Clean, versatile, and constantly booking something new, it’s the easy yes when your group chat wants plans that feel bigger than the usual.

From the High Point newsletter, September 3, 2026

Kentner Stadium is home turf for Wake Forest field hockey and track, a 4,000-seat setup that keeps you close to the action and the Deacon spirit. An easy day-trip for Kannapolis folks, it’s perfect when you want real competition, fast turf, and zero bad sightlines.

From the Galax newsletter, November 1, 2026

From the massive Thunder Bay wave pool to chill Lazy River laps and thrill rides like Bombs Away and Daredevil Drop, Wet 'n Wild Emerald Pointe Water Park nails the mid-week reset. 40+ attractions, family vibes, and DJ-fueled summer events make it feel like a mini-vacation right here in Greensboro.

From the Greensboro newsletter, October 15, 2026

Looking for a proper challenge this week? The Cardinal by Pete Dye delivers championship public golf with exceptional conditions, classic Dye railroad ties, and holes that weave along lakes and through wooded glades on a 140-acre, par-70 layout. Semi-private vibe, welcoming feel...

From the Greensboro newsletter, October 22, 2026

Impeccable greens, strategic layouts, and a fully stocked pro shop make Greensboro Country Club - Carlson Farm Course the place to tune up your swing this week, then cap it with GCC’s fine dining or a casual bite that turns a round into an easy little victory lap.

From the Greensboro newsletter, October 10, 2026

Between the East and West 18-hole championship courses designed by David Graham and Gary Panks, Golf at Grandover Resort gives Greensboro golfers a real test plus legit coaching through its Golf Academy. Book a public tee time, then treat yourself in the pro shop if the swing behaves.

From the Greensboro newsletter, November 5, 2026

Casual neighborhood movie theater with reclining seats.

Public pool featuring diving boards, a splash pad and beach access.

Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts.

Starmount Forest Country Club delivers elegant wedding spaces and chef-driven dining, plus an 18-hole championship course, indoor and outdoor tennis and pickleball, and a resort-style pool. If you’re plotting a big day or just a better Tuesday, this polished local hub has you covered.

From the Greensboro newsletter, November 1, 2026

Home of the PGA TOUR’s Wyndham Championship on a classic Donald Ross layout, Sedgefield Country Club pairs world-class golf with a true private club setting in the Triad. Go for the course, stay for tennis, pickleball, aquatics, camps, dining, and kid-approved fun that keeps the whole crew happy.

From the Greensboro newsletter, October 3, 2026

ParTee Shack turns a round of putt-putt into a full outing, with two imaginative mini golf courses, a multi-level go-kart track, and an arcade packed with 30-plus games. It’s a handy pick when your group can’t agree on one activity, or when one round simply isn’t enough.

From the Guilford County newsletter, November 8, 2026