June 3, 2026

🧭 Discover Kernersville

Looking for a small-town experience? Don’t sleep on Kernersville — it’s home to a quaint downtown, plenty of parks, and the best news? It’s only 15 minutes away.

Cake and All Things Yummy | Photo by @munchies.with.mitch

Attractions | Landmarks that define the area.

  • Explore the rooms at Körner’s Folly on a self-guided or private tour and stop by for their seasonal events, like the upcoming Juneteenth Celebration!

  • Stroll through the beautiful Ciener Botanical Garden and take the kids to their monthly storytime. The next one is June 9.

Get Outside | Kernersville does parks right. Honestly, you could spend a whole day just visiting all of them!

  • Rent a rowboat or go fishing at Kernersville Lake Park.

  • Watch an outdoor movie in downtown’s Harmon Park; up next is “Grease” on July 17.

  • Play disc golf on the 18-hole course at Triad Park and walk, run, or bike on its extensive trail system. There are also 3 large playgrounds for the kiddos!

Where to Eat | Locally owned and full of character.

Where to Drink | Perfect for your morning pick-me-up or an evening hanging out with friends.

  • Sip on coffee (roasted in-house) at Kyle’s Coffee and let the kids entertain themselves in the play zone.

  • Find your community at Little Brother Kernersville with their weekly run club, trivia, music bingo, and yoga.

  • Enjoy the cozy, laid-back atmosphere at The Brewer’s Kettle. Stop by in the morning to grab a latte from Pot Heads, the coffee bar located inside.

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🗓 Events

Saturday, June 6

  • Disco Cowboy Party - Dust off your boots for an afternoon of themed cocktails, music, and a best-dressed contest at The Porch! 12 PM

  • Soccer - Don’t miss the Salem City Beasts’ match at Reynolds Stadium! Come early for inflatables, food trucks, and fan gear to celebrate the club’s 33rd anniversary. Celebration at 6 PM, game at 7 PM.

  • Guided Hike - Can you name the trees around Salem Lake? Let local experts teach you how on a Tree Trail walk! Free, but registration required. 10 AM

  • Flamenco - Spain comes to Winston-Salem. Experience a live flamenco performance at Manolo’s Boutique Wines — pair your evening with tapas, charcuterie, and sangria! 6 PM

  • Comedy Night - The lineup and venue? Top secret. Don’t Tell Comedy emails you the location the morning of the show! 8:30 PM

Sunday, June 7

  • Cocktail Class - Love espresso martinis? Learn how to craft one during this hands-on class at easytalk! 12 PM

  • Historical Stroll - Take a walking tour through our city's history with MUSE WS, from our colonial roots to the present day. Additional dates in June and July.

  • Farmers Market - Support your local producers by shopping fresh fruit and veggies, baked goods, and more on Trade Street! 10 AM - 2 PM

  • Anniversary Party - Authoring Action turns 24! Celebrate with spoken word, DJ P.S. Edekot, and an open mic for poets and musicians at Coffee Park. 4 PM

Monday, June 8

  • Cornhole Tournament - Compete at East of Texas for free dessert! Tournaments are happening every Monday and Thursday in June; no registration required. 6 PM

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🗞 Other News

  • 😢 Closed: No more mechanical bull rides. Dolly's Honky Tonk, formerly known as Whiskey Dawgs, has closed after 6 years. While the bar is no longer open to the public, the space is still available for private events while it's up for sale.

  • ⚽️ World Cup: Team Germany arrives in WS on Monday, June 8! Stay tuned for next week’s guide, where we’ll highlight local spots with World Cup watch parties.

  • 👨‍🍳 Relocation: Southern Home & Kitchen moved into its new space! No worries, it’s still in Thruway, just a few doors down from Trader Joe’s. Attend Saturday’s grand opening for giveaways, raffles, and prizes.

  • 🏉 Sports: The WS Rugby Football Club is launching the area's first high school girls team this fall! The team is open to students from any local school — no experience required. The season runs August through October.

  • 🚑 For the Parents: Learn summer safety at Happy Hill Park this Saturday, including first aid basics, hydration tips, and best practices for helmets and water play.

👕 Vintage Vibes

Winston-Salem's vintage pop-up scene has been quietly growing these past few years. If you haven't gone digging yet, consider this your sign.

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  • VNTG SHW | Local business Still Grimey has been running these pop-ups at Wise Man Brewing since 2022. The next pop-up is June 14. Team member Stevie snagged a vintage soccer jersey on a recent visit!

  • Winston Vintage Market | Created by Juan Velaz in April 2024, this market pops up at Incendiary Brewing and ALV Nightclub; they’ll be at ALV this Saturday! Team member (and resident nerd) Jacob found a Star Trek shirt at WVM that he used for a Halloween costume.

  • Pro Tip: Each vendor has their own payment preferences, so we recommend bringing cash just to be safe.

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👀 Poll results: Which do you consider the start of summer?

  • Memorial Day - 60%

  • End of school - 21%

  • Beginning of June - 7%

  • Summer solstice (June 21) - 12%

Tami C. shared, “Let’s be real… summer starts with the Winston-Salem Greek Festival!”

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Upcoming Events

  • Kaleideum After Dark - Experience Kaleideum without the kids! Grab your friends and enjoy an after-hours, 21+ event with live music, henna, and glitter face painting on June 13.

  • Summer Social - Get ready for a full-on summer block party at 500 W 5th on June 20, featuring live music from Sonny Miles, a vendor market, yard games, and yes, even an ice cream truck.

🌀 The Wrap

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