What: The Alley of the Arts is an outdoor event space and music venue that hosts a weekly art-focused makers market, featuring 130+ rotating local artists, food & drink pop-ups, and live music!

Background: Trade Street artists and business owners created The Alley to highlight our city’s arts scene. The soft opening phase ran from November to December 2025.

Details: The market is held every Saturday from 12-4 PM at 205 W. 6th Street!

Ardmore | This quaint and highly walkable neighborhood features eclectic homes built in the mid-century, including Craftsman and Victorian styles.

Sherwood Forest | You’ll love this neighborhood’s classic brick homes, strong sense of community, and easy access to city amenities.

Buena Vista | A mix of charming stone cottages and elegant Colonial homes makes this one of Winston’s most picturesque neighborhoods.

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! 5-7 PM*

Black Sacred Music Symposium - Study the music, methods, and message of this transformative tradition at the Black Sacred Music Symposium Thursday-Saturday, culminating in a transcendent concert on Sunday at UNCSA!*

March Madness - Watch first round games on the big screen at a/perture! Free to attend; registration required. Also available Friday.

Vinyl Night - Bring your favorite vinyl to Brouwerij DuBois for a night of analog sound. 5-8 PM

Consignment Sale - Shop used spring and summer children’s clothes, toys, and baby gear at Friedberg Moravian Church! 8 AM - 12 PM

Book Bedazzling - Give your favorite book a sparkly new look at Main & Mountain Bookstore! Crafting supplies provided; bring your own book or buy one in-store. 6 PM

Dueling Pianos - Get ready for an all-request, sing-along performance at Old Homeplace Vineyard! 6 PM

Curator Talk - Explore Reynolda’s newest exhibit, “Layered Looking,” in this curator-guided tour! 2 PM

Murder & Margaritas - Meet bestselling author Elle Cosimano at Reynolds Place Theatre as she discusses her latest book, “Finlay Donovan Crosses the Line.” 6:30 PM

Dinosaur Adventure - Encounter life-sized dinos, navigate obstacle courses, and go on themed rides at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds! Runs through Sunday.

Casual Furniture World Warehouse Sale - Shop name-brand patio furniture up to 80% off, plus 500+ outdoor items on sale at Casual Furniture World’s warehouse. 8 AM - 2 PM*

Speed Friending - Meet new people in a relaxed environment at the Wake Forest Center for Private Business. Hosted by Saya of Mac & Cheese Productions! 6 PM

Yard Sale - Stock up on used art supplies and studio materials at Sawtooth! 10 AM - 12 PM

Mahjong Workshop - Take a 101 and 102 class with Camel City Mahjong at Footnote Coffee! Ticket includes lunch. 10 AM - 2 PM

🏠 Home: Give your home instant character with limewash painting. This eco-friendly technique adds soft texture and timeless charm that only gets better with time. Get started with a quote and see how Worth Painting can elevate your space.*

🗳 Vote: Nominate your favorite spots for The Go-To Winston-Salem’s 2026 Reader’s Choice Awards by 8 PM tomorrow! Voting for each category’s top nominees begins Monday.

🍔 Food Truck: Stop by Kenny’s Smash Burger for juicy burgers, wings, crinkle-cut fries, and their famous secret sauce. Owner Kenny drives his food truck to the Triad from Florida nearly every weekend!

🎵 Music: Phuzz Fest returns to Winston-Salem April 9-11 after a ten-year hiatus! Catch 40+ acts across downtown spanning rock, folk, electronic, jazz, soul, and more. Get your tickets today!

🎾 Sports: The Silly Pickles pickleball league kicks off April 12! Expect eight weeks of play at Little Creek Park on Sundays, with players matched by skill level.

📅 Save the Date: Our next Dinner Club is April 9! Go beyond the screen and connect with locals who share your interests at a local restaurant. “It was a fun experience and a great way to meet people!” - Sheri C.

Trade Street Farmers Market | First Sunday of each month, 10 AM - 2 PM | Trade Street business owner Max Dubinsky launched this market in October 2025!

Cobblestone Farmers Market | Saturdays, 9:30 AM - 12 PM (Jan-March) and 8:30 AM - 12 PM (April-Dec) | Pair your morning shopping with a walk around Old Salem, located just across the street!

WS Fairgrounds Farmers Market | Saturdays, 6 AM - 12 PM | This is the longest-running farmers market in Forsyth County!

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.

Free Fishing - Go fishing at Salem Lake’s pier on March 27 during Forsyth Creek Week! All equipment is provided, and the WFU Fishing Team will teach you the basics.

UNCSA Improvised Music and Jazz Festival - Get ready for jam sessions, masterclasses, and live performances at Camel City BBQ on March 27 & 28. Tickets required for evening concerts; all other events are free!

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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🌷 Grab your tickets for Dewberry Farm’s Tulip Festival, opening this Thursday!

🌯 Planning to visit Cobblestone Farmers Market? Be sure to grab a burrito from Robert Rust Foods; team member Christy had one this past Saturday and loved it!