Events in Winston-Salem
9001. Introduction to Woodworking
Learn the basics of woodworking from foundational hand and machine skills to cutting clean, accurate joinery. In this class, you’ll work through key machines in the wood studio, mill and dimension lumber, and build a modern plant stand with half lap joinery. Along the way, you’ll practice measuring and marking, get comfortable using the tools, and talk about choosing the right finish. The finished plant stand is designed to fit a plant pot about 8 to 10 inches in diameter. A $25 materials fee is due at registration, and registration closes one week before the class starts. Ages 18 and up.
Sawtooth School for Visual ArtIBTF Cultural Tours Presented by Triad Cultural Arts
Experience African American cultural history through three distinct guided tours: the Shotgun Legacy Site, Heritage Unveiled, and the Sylvia Sprinkle-Hamlin Celebrity Tour. Each experience is designed to be immersive, highlighting resilience, triumphs, and the enduring legacy of African American communities in Winston-Salem and beyond.
Benton Convention CenterOrdinary Days
“Ordinary Days” is an original musical about four young New Yorkers whose lives intersect as they look for fulfillment, happiness, love, and affordable rides home. Expect a collection of vibrant, memorable songs that capture the feeling of trying to find meaning and joy in a big, complicated city. It balances humor and poignancy while highlighting how everyday stories can connect in unexpected ways.
Winston-Salem Theatre AllianceField Trip: Cohab.Space
Join an NCMA Winston-Salem field trip to Cohab.Space, a creative arts hub in High Point focused on strengthening the creative workforce. You’ll meet at the site for a behind-the-scenes tour led by Cohab’s Program Director and Creative Liaison, who will explain how they support artists in taking ideas from concept to livelihood. After the tour, you’re welcome to stay and explore freely, including time to connect with artists through Cohab Sessions. Registration is required. Free to attend with registration.
COHAB.SPACECarolina Wedding Show Summer Edition
You’re invited to the Carolina Wedding Show at Winston-Salem Union Station. It’s a chance to meet top wedding professionals from the Triad, gather inspiration, and enjoy runway shows. Admission is free, with options listed up to $60.
Winston-Salem Fairgrounds OfficeCarolina Wedding Show Winston-Salem Union Station
Plan your dream wedding in one afternoon at the Carolina Wedding Show. You can meet local wedding vendors face-to-face, catch runway shows featuring gowns and tuxes, and enter to win prizes. It is designed to help you get fresh ideas, find show-only specials, and feel inspired whether you just got engaged or are getting ready to tie the knot.
Winston-Salem Union StationAmerican Music Ensemble
Enjoy an afternoon of American music with the 11-piece Piedmont Wind Symphony American Music Ensemble, featuring works by Scott Joplin such as The Entertainer and Maple Leaf Rag, along with Sousa marches including The Washington Post and The Stars and Stripes Forever. Mark Norman will conduct. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for students and children.
Intergenerational Center for Arts and WellnessPitch-Space LIVE at Winston-Salem
Pitch-Space LIVE is an in-person startup pitch event where technology founders share their pitches and get feedback from a panel of investors. Doors open at 5:00 PM, with pitches beginning at 5:30 PM. After the pitches, the investor panel provides feedback, and the program wraps up with an audience Q&A. The featured presenters include Kayode Ajayi-Smith of Stack Sixth and Devin Pendergast of For the Trees. The event is open to founders, investors, and anyone interested in connecting with the startup community.
Flywheel CoworkingSunset Salutations: Lotus Yoga
Join Lotus Yoga Academy for a free community yoga class for yogis of all levels at Sunset Salutations in Bailey Park. It runs from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM and is a great chance to end summer with a calming, welcoming practice. Bring comfortable workout clothes, a water bottle, and a yoga mat. A physical activity release waiver is required, and you can complete it in advance or arrive early to fill it out on site. In case of inclement weather, a relocation update will be shared on social media by 4:00 PM on the day of the event.
Bailey ParkCeramic Painting Classes in Winston-Salem
Join a relaxing, beginner-friendly ceramic painting workshop where you’ll create your own hand-painted ceramic bowl or plate. You’ll have a 2.5-hour, step-by-step experience with instructors guiding you through painting and personalization using a variety of colors, patterns, and techniques. All materials are included, and you can also enjoy traditional Turkish tea and sweet treats during the workshop. Leave with your finished ceramic piece to take home.
The Hawthorne Inn & Conference CenterMosaic Art Classes Winston-Salem: Turkish Lamp Workshop
Join a hands-on Turkish mosaic lamp workshop in Winston-Salem where you’ll learn the traditional techniques behind this classic craft. In about 2.5 hours, you’ll lay tiles with precision, build striking geometric designs, and create your own Turkish mosaic lamp to take home. The experience also includes a Turkish tea service with treats and homemade Turkish shortbread cookies, plus guided instruction from expert instructors.
The Hawthorne Inn & Conference CenterThe Gardens of Old Salem: Friends of the Monarch - Pollinators!
Join the Friends of the Monarch for a workshop focused on pollinators and pollinator gardens. You’ll hear a lecture on how to plan and plant species to attract beneficial insects, then take part in a garden tour. This session is part of a three-part Monarch butterfly workshop series and is geared toward ages 16 and up.
Old Salem Museums & GardensPlies 40 & Up With A Good Job All White Affair Day Party - Winston Salem NC
Enjoy Plies 40 & Up With A Good Job’s 1st Annual 40 & Up With A Good Job All White Affair Day Party in Winston-Salem. This is a sophisticated, grown-and-sexy all-white day party for professionals ages 40 and up, with an elevated atmosphere and good music. VIP sections and high-top (cocktail) seating are available, and please note VIP sections and tables do not include alcohol or drink packages, so all beverages and food must be purchased separately through the venue. No refunds.
MANSION NightclubFood Truck Festival and Car Show
Head to the Jerry Long Family YMCA for the Food Truck Festival and Car Show, featuring a lineup of food trucks along with classic and custom cars. The event is family-friendly and supports a meaningful cause through the FCSO Employee Relief Fund.
Jerry Long Family YMCA(SOLD OUT) Fish Fry with Stephanie & Vivian
Spend an evening learning some Southern cooking at Southern Home & Kitchen with Chef Stephanie and Vivian from Sweet Potatoes. The summer fish fry includes all the fixings such as Key lime slaw and jalapeño cornbread. This is an in-person event that lasts about 2 hours.
Southern Home & KitchenSession 1
Session 1 of the Winston-Salem Open takes place at Wake Forest Tennis Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Tickets provide entry to this session at the venue.
Winston-Salem OpenALL WHITE AFFAIR- MAZE with The Whispers with Leela James
Enjoy an R&B night with Maze, plus The Whispers and Leela James. The concert takes place at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds in Winston-Salem.
Fairgrounds ArenaKickoff Happy Hour @ Incendiary W-S
Kick off Triad Data & AI Networking with a casual happy hour at Incendiary Brewing Company. It’s a friendly chance to meet other data and AI professionals in the Triad and talk about what you’d most like to get out of the group. Come share ideas for the direction of the community.
Incendiary Brewing CompanyCreative Wellness Experience: Candle Making
Join a hands-on candle making experience where you can create your own custom soy candle. You’ll be able to choose your scent and vessel, and all materials and guided instruction are included, no experience needed. The ticket also includes a complimentary drink and a raffle ticket, plus a welcoming, wellness-focused atmosphere for relaxing, connecting, and stepping away from everyday noise. Please note the candles need time to set and will be ready for pickup the following day.
Lizzie’s All natural ProductsBeer Bourbon and BBQ Festival
Enjoy the Southbound Model Train Expo 2026 with plenty to see, including 300+ vendor tables and operating model train layouts. There’s free parking, and the event runs on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and on Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Winston Salem Fairgrounds Event Center