The best spots for your best friend: our favorite dog-friendly places in Winston-Salem
Tucker, left, was the inspiration behind Tucker’s Tap Yard and now enjoys playing with little sister Millie. | Photo by Desi Lu Pet Portraits via Tucker’s Tap Yard
Round of a-paws, please. Whether you’re in need of a drinking paw-tnerat a local brewery, looking to stay in the lap of luxury, or hitting the trails, we’re throwing you a bone. Get ready to dig into this guide for dog-friendly spots around the City of Arts and Innovation.
Pro tip: You can use BringFido to find more dog-friendly restaurants, pet-friendly hotels and events, too.
🐾 Breweries
Tucker’s Tap Yard, 1010 N. Liberty St. | Winston-Salem’s only indoor-outdoor dog yard also has plenty of fun for pet parents, including a bar and activities like music bingo. Registration is required before bringing Fido to play.
Incendiary Brewing Company, 486 N. Patterson Ave., Ste. 105 + 5495 Williams Rd., Lewisville | The concrete downtown space is known for having small children, so make sure your dog plays well with the whole family. The Lewisville location has plenty of grass but dogs must remain leashed. Dogs wearing Incendiary bandanas at both locations might get extra treats.
🐾 Trails
Reynolda Gardens, 100 Reynolda Village Way | Dogs are welcome to roam the paved pathways, woodlands, and meadows of the Gardens everywhere except in the formal gardens. Make sure they’re leashed and ready to cover some ground — trails total over two miles.
Ford the golden retriever enjoys training from @coastalelitek9 in Innovation Quarter.
Long Branch Trail, 401 4th St. E. | This trail is best for dogs who enjoy the hustle and bustle of downtown life. The 1.7-mile paved greenway through Innovation Quarter is surrounded by landscaping and has benches when you and your pup need to take a break.
🐾 Parks
Washington Park, 1490 S. Broad St. | Let your dog run around off-leash in separate fenced-in spaces designated for small and large dogs. Bring your lunch and watch them play. A doggie water fountain and pet waste station are also on site.
Open Gym | Wednesday, March 13 | 7-10 p.m. | D.O.S.E Artist Collective, 606 Trade St. NW, Winston-Salem | Free | Meet other creatives in the community and learn some new skills during open jam sessions and crafting — just bring your own instruments and supplies.
Thursday, March 14
Coffee with a Cop | Thursday, March 14 | 7-9 a.m. | BYGood Coffee, 301 Brookstown Ave., Winston-Salem | Free | Start your morning with a conversation with officers from the Winston-Salem Police Department.
Friday, March 15
Spring Book Club Social | Friday, March 15 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Footnote Coffee & Cocktails, 634 W. 4th St., Winston-Salem | $25 | Discover your next read or find a book club at the event featuring author Susan Lieu.
“The Unexpected Guest” | Friday, March 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance, 650 W. 6th St., Winston-Salem | $19-$21 | See family secrets revealed in a tangled web of lies in this Agatha Christie mystery — contains adult themes.
Saturday, March 16
Run Leo 5K, 10K and John Hanson Fun Run | Saturday, March 16 | 7-11 a.m. | St. Leo Catholic School, 335 Springdale Ave., Winston-Salem | $25-$50 | Join hundreds of runners in a race to the finish line at this community fundraiser for St. Leo Catholic School.
Work is underway on 22 new downtown apartments. Developer SCNC, LLC is building the units on the second floor of the Chatham Building (305 W. 4th St.).
Development
A developer from New York has purchased a 2.21-acre industrial property adjacent to Smith Reynolds Airport for $4.9 million. The property on North Liberty Street has a 21,671-sqft warehouse — it’s not clear what it will be used for. (Triad Business Journal)
Film
RiverRun International Film Festival is hiring photographers + videographers for the 2024 festival. Applicants must be available Friday, April 19 through Saturday, April 27 and meet other requirements.
Community
Explore Reynolda during its annual Community Day on Saturday, May 4. Enjoy music, participate in hands-on art activities, and get free admission to Reynolda House Museum of American Art.
Plan Ahead
See unique designs and get ideas for your home during the 18th Annual Tour of Fine Spaces on Saturday, April 20. The Junior League of Winston-Salem is hosting the event from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. — tickets are $40 and proceeds benefit literacy and health programs for local women + children.
Concert
Salem Band’s 2024 Concert Series will begin Tuesday, May 7 and will run through Tuesday, Aug. 6. Five concerts have different themes, including “Disco and Dance” and “Puppet Magic” — they all begin at 7:30 p.m. in Salem Square (weather permitting).
History
Ever wanted to explore the rich narratives behind African American history? At the International African American Museum in downtown Charleston, you can deep dive into a wealth of experiences you won’t find in textbooks. March is Member Month, with 10% off memberships with code IAAM24. Learn more about membership.*
Edu
National nonprofit Achieving the Dream recently designated Forsyth Technical Community College as a Leader College for its work advancing equity and supporting student success. Forsyth Tech will now play a larger role in developing + facilitating evidence-based reform strategies to improve higher education.*
Correction
Looks like we hit a snag.Competition for a scholarship through Alliance Insurance Services is open to NC students who can produce the best video on the dangers of distracted driving. Contestants can submit their work to Pam Cook.
Film
Screenings under the stars
Escape to Bailey Park for movies under the stars at Innovation & Cinema
Watch romance, action, magic, and comedy on the big screen for free again this year. Innovation & Cinema returns to the lower lawn at Bailey Park in April.
The event is a partnership between Innovation Quarter and a/perturecinema that showcases a film on a Friday each month through October (except in July). Moviegoers can bring a chair or blanket and buy food from local vendors starting at 7 p.m. The following flicks will begin at sunset:
April 19: “The NeverEnding Story”
May 17: “Everything Everywhere All at Once”
June 21: “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”
Aug. 16: “Blade”
Sept. 20: “Barbie”
Oct. 18: “Hocus Pocus”
The event is sponsored, so you don’t have to purchase tickets or RSVP. Not all of the selections are family-friendly so you’ll want to check plots and ratings before showing up.
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Rescuing my dog, Huck, was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. If you’re looking for a best friend to explore the city with, check out Forsyth County Animal Shelter, Forsyth Humane Society, and AARF. There are so many dogs and cats that deserve a chance at a great life.
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