Lucky you. You just found WStoday’s Plan Ahead, a list of some of the biggest events to plan for that are taking place throughout Winston-Salem each month.
Take out your calendar, grab your day planner, or text all your friends — these are the top events we recommend heading to this month. Psst: Don’t forget to bookmark this page and come back; we update our guide monthly.
(Don’t see anything you like? Check out our full events calendar.)
Festivals + Shows
Bookmarks Book Fair For Adults | Sunday, Jan. 11 | 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Bookmarks | $18 | Relive childhood days of browsing books at your school book fair.
14th Annual Movable Feast Weekend | Saturday, Jan. 24-Sunday, Jan. 25 | Times vary | Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts | $69 | This winter signature book club event will have you geeking out about your favorite reads, plus a chance to connect with fellow book lovers and meet authors.
Carolina Wedding Show | Saturday, Jan. 24 | 12-4 p.m. | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds | $10+ | Bring your “I Do” crew to hype you up as you browse between wedding gowns, tuxedos, bridesmaid looks, and more.
NASCAR Cookout Clash Weekend | Saturday, Jan. 31 + Sunday, Feb. 1 | Times vary | Bowman Gray Stadium | $20+ | Get fired up for a jammed-packed weekend and cheer on drivers as they qualify for the Cup Series, meet racers, and get lost in the thrill of car racing.
For the fam
Sips & Spins: Vinyl Nights | Mondays | 5:30-8 p.m. | The Station, Mocksville | Cost of purchase | Bring your favorite vinyl records or come ready to vibe to various genres, including rock classics and smooth soul, at this family-friendly taproom.
Mario Kart Tournament | 6-9 p.m. | Brouwerij DuBois | $15 | Calling Mario fans. Enter the contest for a chance to receive cash prizes for your creation + bragging rights.
5th Annual Lego Contest | Friday, Jan. 23-Saturday, Jan. 24 | Times vary | Village Hall, Clemmons | Free | Get creative and bring your imagination to life by transforming your hobbies into LEGO creations for public display — plus, enter for a chance to be crowned LEGO Champion.
Seasonal events
Mocktails & Manifestation | Saturday, Jan. 17 | 5 p.m. | Main & Mountain Bookstore, Kernersville | $20 | Create your vision board, explore tarot card readings, enjoy light bites, and connect with like-minded people.
Hearts & Hops: Speed Dating | Thursday, Jan. 22 | 5 p.m. | Joymongers Barrel Hall | $5 | Shoot your shot ahead of Valentine’s Day, whether you’re looking for something serious or just want to vibe -- this is your chance to make a new connection.
Live music
An Evening with Somewhat Petty: A Tribute to Tom Petty | Saturday, Jan. 10 | 8 p.m. | The Ramkat | $23 | The Asheville band will play Petty’s famous hits like “Free Fallin’,” American Girl,” and fan favorites like “The Waiting.”
Evening in the Atrium Featuring Martha Bassett | Thursday, Jan. 15 | 5 p.m. | 500 West 5th Building | Free | Soak up jazz and Americana sounds while savoring small bites from The Downtown Grille.
Down The Mountain Band Presents “His & Hers” | Friday, Jan. 16 | 7 p.m. | Muddy Creek Cafe & Music Hall | $17 | Bring your boo for a date night of live music as the NC Americana folk band plays crowd’s favorites and new releases.
Michelle Merrill conducting the orchestra band.
J Farley Photography via Winston-Salem Symphony
A Night at Hogwarts | Saturday, Jan. 17 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Reynolds Auditorium | $10+ | Immerse yourself in thrilling, magical sights and sounds inspired by the Harry Potter films.
An Evening of Flamenco & Spanish Guitar | 6-8 p.m. | Manolo’s Boutique Wines & Bistro | Friday, Jan. 30 | $25 | Experience Spain in the Twin City, featuring Eduardo de Rosamaria Ensemble, add a little flair to your dance moves, or watch the dancers perform as you sip your wine.
Theater
The Broadway Musical: “Little Women” | Friday, Jan. 9-Sunday, Jan. 18 | Times vary | Winston-Salem Theater Alliance | $25 | Follow the journey of four sisters as they navigate growing up in Civil War–era America and turn their experiences into published stories.
Anthony Wayne Live: A Cabaret Musical Experience | Saturday, Jan. 24-Sunday, Jan. 25 | Times vary | Hanesbrands Theatre | $30+ | Experience a night of Broadway hits and embark on an adventure of joy, heartache, and yearning as one man’s dream to find his light. Expect R&B classics, Disco, and Jazz melodies.
Try with friends
Vegan Seafood Pop-Up | Friday, Jan. 9 | 5-9 p.m. | Radar Brewing Company | Free | Try the famous plant-based “fish,” crispy comfort-food favorites, and hang out with other vegan foodies.
Kaleideum After Dark: Lunar Lounge | Saturday, Jan. 10 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Kaleideum | $20 | Take an interstellar journey into the galaxy during the adults-only night inspired by the mysteries of space.
Bourbon & Cocktail Class | Wednesday, Jan. 14 | 5 p.m. | The Katharine Brasserie and Bar | $93 | Delve into the fascinating history of bourbon in Winston-Salem while learning the skills to create three bourbon cocktails for yourself.
Tonight’s Special Comedy Special | Saturday, Jan. 10, Saturday, Feb. 14, Saturday, March 14 | Times vary | Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts | $15 | Spruce up your evening plans with the comedy show, which features improv, music, and rotating stand-up each month.
WFDD Movie Club: “Winter’ Bone” (2010) | Saturday, Jan. 24 | 12 p.m. | a/perture cinema | $8 | Enjoy an introduction and post-film discussion with WFU Film Scholar Mary Dalton, deciphering the tale of a teenager who is forced to confront a world of crime to save her father.
Have an event of your own you want to share with us? Follow these easy steps to add your events to our calendar:
- Go to our Events page.
- Click “Add Event” in the top right-hand corner.
- Make sure to include a link and fill out important information like the date, time, location, and price of your event.
- Click “Submit,” and you’ve just added an event to our website calendar.