March 10, 2026

👦 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!

Photo courtesy of Foothills Tasting Room’s FB

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

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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!

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  • 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!”

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