What: The Clash refers to both the weekend-long event and the headline race on Sunday. As the season opener for the NASCAR Cup Series, The Clash has been a racing staple since it began in 1979.

When: Madhouse Classic races take place on Saturday, while The Clash race starts at 8 PM on Sunday. You can purchase tickets for one day or both!

Why It Matters: The Clash will bring thousands of fans to Winston-Salem, delivering a major economic boost and showcasing our city to millions of NASCAR enthusiasts watching at home.

New This Year: A new $1 million video board, an additional Madhouse Classic race, and the Clash Fan Track Walk, a ticketed add-on experience that allows fans to walk the track and meet drivers!

Events: Even if you’re not heading to The Clash, you can still catch the racing excitement at local NASCAR events around town — see the event section for details!

Single Space: Reimagined an outdated primary bath in Buena Vista for improved beauty and function.

Multiple Spaces: Fully renovated the kitchen and transformed three spaces into a large primary suite in a historic West End home.

Whole House: Completed a 6,000-square-foot gut renovation of a 100-year-old home, balancing modern living with original character.

Silent Book Club - Cozy up with a good book in the company of fellow readers at Footnote Coffee! There are designated times for mingling and reading. 5:30 PM

Community Day - A day of free coworking? That includes lunch? Yes, please. Experience what it’s like to work from Flywheel Coworking! 9 AM - 5 PM*

Board Game Night - Join the Camel City Board Game Enthusiasts at Joymongers for a drop-in game night! 6-10 PM

Cocktail Class - Make cocktails and taste various spirits at Breathe Cocktail Lounge’s cozy cabin-themed class. The vibe is fireside comfy, so pajamas are totally welcome! 7 PM

Housing Conversation - People talk about affordable housing a lot — but who is it actually affordable for? Be part of the conversation with Leadership Winston-Salem at Forsyth Tech. 8 AM.

Cooking Class - Prep for the Super Bowl by learning how to make The Porch’s famous guacamole! Free to attend; registration required. 6 PM

NASCAR Trivia - Test your racing history knowledge at Fiddlin’ Fish — winners get 4 tickets to The Clash! 7 PM

FanFare on Fourth - Meet a NASCAR driver, jam out to live music, and try out racecar simulators at Merschel Park! 3:30-5 PM

Clash Fan Preview - Check out NASCAR racecars, attend driver Q&A sessions, and grab an autograph from your favorite competitor at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds. 10 AM - 2 PM

🎤 Announced: The Fray will headline Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s SummerLark benefit concert on May 9, supporting the Cancer Patient Support Program. They last performed in Winston-Salem for Gears & Guitars 2024!

🎭 Arts: The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem announced its 92nd season, featuring hit musicals “Frozen” and “Come From Away”! While you wait for the new season to begin, explore what these local theater companies have coming up next.

🎸 Music: Phuzz Fest is back! After a decade off, the city-wide rock music festival returns April 9–11 thanks to new sponsorships and more available venues. Phuzz Fest has hosted notable acts like Neon Indian and Hiss Golden Messenger. (WFDD)

🌱 Nature: Bandera Farms Park is now under construction! The 120-acre Guildford County park will be a key component of the Piedmont Greenway, a 19-mile shared-use path connecting Winston-Salem, Greensboro, and High Point. Expect the park to open in November 2026.

👦 Coming Soon: Imprints Cares’ Center for Thriving Children will open at the Brookridge senior community’s campus on March 2! Kids will have the unique opportunity to interact with Brookridge’s senior citizens. Interested? The Center is currently accepting childcare applications for children 6 weeks through 5 years old.

⚾ Baseball: The Dash is launching a dance team for the upcoming season! The Carolina Sweetteas will perform at select home games — apply by February 20 to join the team.

Big Band Brunch - Love is in the air — and so is jazz. Enjoy a Valentine’s brunch buffet with live music from the Camel City Jazz Orchestra at the Millennium Center on February 15.

Evening in the Atrium - A taste of live music. Jess Klein takes the stage as The Downtown Grille serves up small bites at 500 W 5th on February 19.

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🏈 Team member Christy’s husband is from New England, so their family is cheering for the Patriots this Super Bowl!

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