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 + cause
16th Annual Art Show and Sale | Saturday, March 7 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Generations Center, Sawtooth Mixed Media Studio | Free | From vibrant brushstrokes to finely crafted pottery, discover unique works by emerging local artists — all while helping support the mission of providing nutritious meals to older adults.
Bookmarks Annual Moveable Feast | Saturday, March 14-Sunday, March 15 | 3-5 p.m. | Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts | $60+ | Think speed-dating, but with authors — meet up to 10 authors each day and get your copy signed. Mini bundt cakes, wine, and non-alcoholic punch will be served.
a/perture Red Carpet Gala 2026 | Sunday, March 15 | 6:30 p.m. | Historic Chatham Building | $80+ | Eat cinema-inspired cuisine with curated beverages and mingle with other film lovers as you watch the Academy Awards live.
Bulls, Bands & Barrels with Jon Pardi and Braxton Keith | Saturday, March 28 | 3:30-4 p.m. | LJVM Coliseum | $63+ | Get ready to sit on the edge of your seat as you experience bull riding and lightning-fast barrel racing, following a lineup of chart-topping country and southern rock artists.
For the fam
Spring Jam | Saturday, March 7 | 12-8 p.m. | Mill Works | Free | Local band Ears to the Ground will deliver pop and rock sounds while you sip on margaritas, enjoy tacos, and play yard games.
Dinosaur Adventure | Friday, March 20-Sunday, March 22 | Times vary | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds | $33+ | Step into the world of prehistoric giants and walk through an exhibit showcasing life-sized, realistic dinosaurs that move and roar for your entertainment.
Art in the Park: Flower Crowns | Saturday, March 21 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Miller Park Community Center | Free | Celebrate the first day of spring with a contemporary art-inspired guided workshop and learn the techniques of modern floral design you can take home.
Mill Site Trail Tour (Creek Week) | Saturday, March 28 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Historic Bethabara Park | Free | Explore the site of the first working Grist and Sawmill in Forsyth County, and one of the most important pieces of Western North Carolina’s colonial history, with an expert guide.
Seasonal events
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend | Dates TBD | 6-11 p.m. | Finnigan’s Wake | Free | Kick off Friday with a karaoke party and grab your Irish favorites from our limited menu. Plus, stay for live music and fun activities.
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend | Friday, March 13-Sunday, March 15 | 6-11 p.m. | Finnigan’s Wake | Free | Kick off Friday with a karaoke party and grab your Irish favorites from our limited menu. Plus, stay for live music and fun activities.
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Bar Crawl | Saturday, March 14 | 5 p.m. | Various locations | $13+ | Grab your crew, throw on your best festive fit, and hit some of downtown’s favorite bars for themed drink specials, cocktails, and live music.
Scottish National Rob Taylor: Made In Scotland | 7:30 p.m. | Camel City Playhouse | $20 | Experience folk rock, pop, rock, and a taste of Scotland’s long musical comedy traditions.
Live music + concerts
Beethoven + Borodin Featuring The Winston-Salem Symphony Chorus | Saturday, March 7-Sunday, March 8 | Times vary | R.J. Reynolds Auditorium | $11+ | Expect an evening of sweeping romantic drama and refined classical elegance, plus join a pre-concert talk for a lively discussion about the music and the surrounding context.
Michelle Merrill conducting the orchestra band.
J Farley Photography via Winston-Salem Symphony
Alabama Live In Concert | Sunday, March 15 | 6 p.m. | LJVM Coliseum | $37+ | Get ready for the iconic Country Music Hall of Fame group to bring their critically acclaimed tour to the Twin City, performing hits like “Mountain Music” and “Song of the South.”
Evening in the Atrium: Nashville Writers’ Round | Thursday, March 19 | 5-7 p.m. | 500 W. Fifth St. Building | Free | Spend an intimate evening with three friends and songwriters as they weave together heartfelt stories, rich harmonies, and moments of shared humanity.
Pavel Haas String Quartet | Thursday, March 19 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Wake Forest University, Brendle Recital Hall | $20+ | Watch one of the world’s most revered contemporary chamber ensembles perform exclusive sounds and string quartets.
Spontaneous Sound: A Festival of Jazz and Improvised Music | Sunday, March 29 | 12-10 p.m. | Millennium Event Center | $25 | Immerse yourself in a day of musical discovery and sharpen your skills during improvisation workshops throughout the day. Plus, don’t miss special guest artists appearance.
Theater
“The Legend of Buster Neal” | Thursday, March 5-Sunday, March 8 | Times vary | Hanesbrands Theatre | $10+ | Watch the story of four generations of African American men and the challenges each faced.
Tonight’s Special Comedy Special | 8 p.m. | 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.
The Book of Will | Friday, March 20-Sunday, March 29 | Times vary | Hanesbrands Theatre | $15+ | Celebrate the magic of Shakespeare as you watch the heartfelt tale follow two actors racing to preserve their late friend’s legacy.
Try something new
Be a Wildflower Painting Pop-Up | Sunday, March 8 | 2-4 p.m. | Chill Nitro Creamery | $36 | Celebrate International Women’s Day with creativity, community, and ice cream.
Tour Pour Du Jour | Sunday, March 8 | 4-6 p.m. | The Graylyn Estate | $60 | Uncover the hidden gems and architectural treasures of the Graylyn during the butler tour, plus indulge in wine and appetizers to finish off your evening.
Fused Glass Workshop | Sunday, March 15 | 1:30-3:30 p.m. | Radar Brewing Company | $65 | Unleash your inner artist and learn to make a fused glass piece for decoration -- all while enjoying charcuterie and a glass of wine of your choice.
Tuesday Gardening Series: Real Roses, Real Stories (Virtual) | Tuesday, March 17 |12:30-1:30 p.m. | Reynolda Gardens | $5 | Join a panel of experienced rosarians who will share real-life examples and practical tips to keep experimenting with roses in your own garden.
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