Independence Day Dash Games | July 3-5 | Truist Stadium | Cheer on the Dash and stick around for the city’s largest fireworks show.

Salem Band Concert | Salem Square | Bring a lawn chair and enjoy an evening of patriotic classics, including the "1812 Overture" and "Stars & Stripes Forever."

Brewery Party | July 3-5 | Wise Man Brewing | This weekend-long party is packed with live music, food trucks, shaved ice, face painting, and family-friendly fun.

Hot Dog Eating Contest | Earl’s | Think you can beat last year's champion? Sign up to join the competition or cheer from the sidelines. Hot dogs will be just $2 all day!

Historic 4th of July | Old Salem | Celebrate America's birthday the old-fashioned way with bucket brigade fire drills, Declaration of Independence readings, and guided tours.

Semiquincentennial Stroll | MUSE WS | Take a walking tour through Winston-Salem’s history, from its colonial roots to the present day.

America’s Birthday Bash | Kaleideum | Your kids won’t want to miss painting projects, drone demos, and a festive bike parade through Liberty Plaza.

Middle-aged working mom | "I can’t explain how much RideUnited has helped me become a better version of myself!"

Young Adult Female | "As someone who values community and is new to town, I love the come-as-you-are vibe here!"

Middle-aged working male professional | "There's a variety of class times and formats that enable me to get in my workout fix several times a week!"

Young Adult Male | "It always feels like a big party. I know I am going to have a great time and a great workout."

Idea Potluck - 7 locals share their stories, passions, and projects in this grown-up show-and-tell hosted by Mac & Cheese Productions. 6 PM

Soccer - Here’s a match you can watch in person! Cheer on the Salem City Beasts as they take on Asheville FC at Reynolds Stadium. 7 PM

Cake Decorating - Celebrate summer by making a fruit-themed cake at Cupcake Cuties Bakery. 6 PM

Silent Book Club - Cozy up with a good book in the company of fellow readers at Footnote Coffee. 5:30 PM

Murder & Margaritas - Author Lisa Jewell discusses her new psychological thriller, “It Could Have Been Her,” at the Milton Rhodes Center. And yes, your ticket includes margarita wine. 6:30 PM

Colonial Dancing - Step back in time and learn colonial-era dances at Historic Bethabara Park. No partner required and free to attend. 6 PM

Workshop - Learn how to care for a bonsai tree at Miller’s on Robinhood while sipping on a complimentary piña colada. 6 PM

The Grackle - Locals share funny, raw, and real stories at Lot 63, hosted by The Healing Pen. Free to attend. 6:30 PM

1Love Festival - Explore African diasporic culture through music, immersive conversations, and hands-on experiences at The Ramkat and The Enterprise Center. Runs through Saturday.

Vault Tour - Tour the Moravian Archives Vault and discover artifacts like letters from George Washington and Salem’s 4th of July proclamation! 1 PM

Paint & Sip - Unwind with a cold beer while painting a beach scene at Joymongers. 6 PM

Music at the Farm - Escape the city for an evening of live music, local art, yard games, and food at Mossy Hill Farm. 5:30-8:30 PM

✅ Project: This before and after says it all. A fresh coat of stain and this deck looks like it was built yesterday. Whether it's breathing new life into your outdoor space, staining your fence, or giving your shutters a fresh coat, Worth Painting can help you finally check that project off your list. Let the professionals handle it so you can just enjoy it.*

🎬 Film: Go behind the scenes of Bobby Boy Bakeshop in the first episode of local filmmaker Jeff Siebert’s new series, “Bananabones Presents”! Coming soon: spotlights on The Humble Bee Shoppe and Native Root.

⚽️ World Cup: Team Germany advanced to the knockout stage with a win over Ivory Coast on Saturday! Bonus: this reel of players guessing which NC town names were real had us cracking up.

☕️ Now Open: The Green Bean has taken over Local Roots’ former location in Kernersville! Expect a cozy, redesigned space complete with leather couches and plenty of plants. We’re eyeing the affogato on their seasonal menu.

🙋‍♂️ Volunteer: MUSE WS is hosting a volunteer open house this Wednesday, with opportunities in front desk support, archives, and administration. MUSE has select programming like walking tours ahead of its grand opening in February 2027.

🧠 Trivia: You could win a $250 gift card! Join The Dutch Light's summer trivia series every Tuesday through September 8. Teams earn points each week, and the top 5 teams at the end of the series win gift cards, including a $250 grand prize for first place!

Background: Founded by local entrepreneur Linda Carnell, Walksy is a self-guided walking tour app that lets users start wherever they want and explore at their own pace. It has hundreds of tours across North America, South America, and Europe!

Make it Local: Walksy partnered with Visit Winston-Salem to create a new tour: "Winston-Salem Through the Ages: 250 Years of History.” The free, 2-hour tour spans 2.7 miles and includes 13 stops at historic landmarks, guiding participants through the city's history.

The Goal: “Our hope is that people walk away with a deeper appreciation for the city and the remarkable stories that have shaped it." - Walksy founder Linda Carnell

Restaurants - 41%

Trail and gathering spaces - 36%

Retail - 13%

Outdoor stage events - 10%

🎭 Team member Jacob saw Kernersville Little Theatre’s final showing of "Sweeney Todd" on Sunday — it was one of the best shows he's seen all year!