👦 Kids’ Activities for Spring Break
Staying local this spring break? We’ve got you covered! From hands-on activities to family-friendly outings, check out these great ways to keep the kids entertained.

“Layered Looking” exhibit at Reynolda
Reynolda | The new interactive “Layered Looking” exhibit is perfect for kids! Plus, they can burn off energy playing on the front lawn!
Bricks & Minifigs | There’s nothing like LEGO building to engage kids’ imaginations. The Kernersville location hosts an open play workshop this Friday!
Kaleideum | Kids love exploring Kaleideum’s interactive STEAM activities! Don’t miss the Dino Discovery exhibit, only on display until April 19.
Library | Check out your local branch’s calendar for kids’ activities, like tomorrow’s Music & Movement at Central Library at 11 AM!
The Canvas Cake Studio | Kids can decorate sweet treats at their own pace in the open studio experience!
Step Right Up! Experience Side Show at Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance:
The amazing true story of conjoined twins who became stars during the Great Depression
March 13–15 & 20–22
Perfect for date night, a girls’ night out, or a solo adventure in the theatre*
🗓 Events
Thursday, March 12
Threads of Hope Sale - Shop used kids’ and adult clothing, books, and more at Historic Broyhill! Benefits the Fostering Faith Foundation. Runs through Saturday.
Crochet Curious - Learn basic crochet skills with Kim from Heirloom Artistry at The Open Studio! 6 PM
Friday, March 13
Pancake Jamboree - All-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage for a cause. Don’t miss Twin City Kiwanis’ staple downtown event at the Benton Convention Center! Proceeds benefit local youth charities. 6:30 AM - 8 PM*
Improv Show - Watch Foolish Mortals, Winston-Salem’s local improv troupe, perform at Camel City Playhouse! 7:30 PM
Kitchen Takeover - Enjoy Korean and South Indian dishes from Native Root at Krankies! 6 PM
Dueling Pianos - Don’t miss this high-energy, all-request piano show at Gypsy Road Brewing! 7 PM
Saturday, March 14
Kaleideum After Dark - Compete in Kaleideum’s Almost Olympics, featuring inflatable axe throwing, giant Connect 4, sack races, and more! 6:30-9:30 PM
Moveable Feast - Meet ten authors in Bookmarks’ speed dating-style event at the Milton Rhodes Center! Also available Sunday. Rescheduled from January.
Toga Silent Disco - Dance the night away at The Ramkat, Roman-style! Pro Tip: Use white bedsheets to make your toga. 8 PM
Pi Day - Enjoy delicious pies at Brouwerij DuBois to celebrate π! 3:14-5 PM
🗞 Other News
☀️ Wellness: We’re loving this warmer weather, just not the sweat that comes with it. Reduce underarm sweat and odor in just one visit with miraDry, and enjoy $500 off this quick, non-surgical treatment when you book in March at The VISTA.*
🎵 Save The Date: Experience the power of Black sacred music! Black Sacred Music Symposium comes to UNCSA March 19–22, culminating in a public concert featuring “Amazing Grace," "Come Sunday," and more.*
🔭 Opening: The Observatory opens this Friday at 701 N. Trade Street, taking over the former Euphoria space and being run by the same owner. This celestial-themed cocktail lounge will feature rotating local art and live performances!
🚌 Survey: The Winston-Salem Transit Agency is proposing updates to the bus network, including faster travel times, new and modified routes, route eliminations, and microtransit in select areas. Take their survey by April 6 to share your thoughts.
🎨 Arts: NCMA Winston-Salem launches “Field Trips” on April 9! This community series visits local art-focused spots, kicking off at the West Salem Art Hotel. On our radar: NCMA WS opens its temporary downtown location later this spring!
🍻 New Owner: JuggHeads owner Ben Pritchard sold the taproom to Siler Southerland to focus on his growing family. Southerland plans to add an outdoor dog park and kids’ play area in back!
☘️ Get Your Green On
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner! Celebrate with green beer, Irish dancing, live music, and fun coin hunts!
Restaurants, Bars & Breweries
Foothills Tasting Room | March 15 | Celebrate with Irish dancing, a vendor market, green beer, and food trucks
O’Brien’s Deli | March 17 | Order an Irish feast of corned beef brisket and veggies
Entertainment & Activities
Hash Run | March 14 | 4 PM | Go on a social four-mile run with refreshments afterward
Groove Lab | March 14 | 10 PM - 2 AM | Jam out to Charlotte’s dynamic DJ duo BAYOTE at Bar Nola
Kid-Friendly
Coin Hunt | March 14 | 10 AM - 12 PM | Participate in a coin hunt, make crafts, and win prizes at Miller Park Amphitheater
Shamrock Fun Fest | March 16 | 3:30 PM | Make a leprechaun mask and search for a pot of gold at Old Town Neighborhood Center
SPONSORED
Upcoming Events
Alabama Concert - Play me some mountain music. Catch the Country Music Hall of Fame group Alabama at LJVM Coliseum on March 15!
Evening in the Atrium - Listen to original songs from Jenn Bostic, Tiffany Thompson, and Kyshona while enjoying small bites from The Downtown Grille at 500 W 5th on March 19!
Black Sacred Music Symposium - Learn about the rich history and traditions of Black sacred music from guest artists during this 4-day conference from March 19-22 at UNCSA!
Forsyth Creek Week Jamboree - It’s the perfect family outing! Learn about local waterways, meet live birds of prey, and enjoy hands-on activities at Fourth of July Park on March 22.
Carmen - Experience breathtaking song and story as Piedmont Opera performs Bizet’s “Carmen” at High Point Theatre on March 27 & 29.
Adaptive Sports & Recreation EXPO - Try adaptive sports like wheelchair basketball and sled hockey, plus explore community resources and hands-on activities at the JDL Fast Track on March 28! Free to attend; hosted by Solutions for Independence!
👀 Poll results: Which is the best NC beach?
Outer Banks - 33%
Greater Wilmington Area - 31%
Crystal Coast - 26%
Brunswick Islands - 10%
Shane H. voted for the Greater Wilmington area and shared, “So many great traditions and fun things to do around Carolina Beach!”
🌀 The Wrap
🍽️ Reservations are full for our first Dinner Club this Thursday, but you can still grab a spot at our next Dinner Club on April 9!
👦 Guide of the Week: Kid-Friendly Spots to Eat or Drink






