Plus, work out in the Coal Pit for free.
 
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80º | 0% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:19 a.m. | Sunset 6:57 p.m.
 

Editor’s Note
It’s time for funnel cakes, fun houses, and overlooking the Twin City from the giant swings. The Carolina Classic Fair is officially in town. Be sure the use our guide for info on hours, parking, exhibits, and more happening at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds.
 
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The smoldering history of Hotel Zinzendorf | The grand Hotel Zinzendorf went up in flames just months after welcoming its first visitors. Learn how it altered Winston-Salem’s vision of becoming a resort city.

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Wellness spots in Winston-Salem | From spa experiences to skin care and customized body treatments, these nine local wellness studios will help you on your wellness journey.
 
Asked
 

What are you most looking forward to this October?
A. I’m on the hunt for family-friendly activities
B. Sign me up for anything scary
C. I love being outdoors at farms + festivals
D. I like treats (drinks + food) without the tricks
 
Events
This Weekend
  • Kernersville Oktoberfest | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 3-6 p.m. | Körner’s Folly | $40 | Taste seasonal brews and beverages, enjoy small bites, and round up your friends for a 21+ lawn party to raise money for the museum.
  • “REDRUM” | Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6 | Times vary | Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance | $12 | See the musical touted as the unauthorized parody of “The Shining” — rated R for language and humor.
  • Modern Calligraphy and Pumpkin Lettering for Beginners | Sunday, Oct. 6 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Joymongers Barrel Hall | $65 | Practice with a pointed dip pen and ink + add your spooky spreads to your pumpkin for decorations.
  • Salem Band Fall Concert: “Rock ‘n Roll Band” | Sunday, Oct. 6 | 3 p.m. | Salem College, Elberson Fine Arts Center | Free | Rock out to music from your favorite 70s and 80s bands, including The Eagles, Queen, The Rolling Stones, and more.
Plan Ahead
  • Dylan Scott with Presley Barker | Tuesday, Oct. 8 | 7 p.m. | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds | Fair admission | Sing along to the performances during country night at the Grandstand.
  • Book Launch for “The Plan” with Kendra Adachi | Wednesday, Oct. 9 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Milton Rhodes Center for the Arts, Reynolds Place Theatre | $27, RSVP | The author will be in conversation with Emily P. Freeman about time management strategies.
  • Fitness Fridays | Friday, Oct. 11 | 5:30-6 p.m. | Bailey Power Plant, Coal Pit | Free, RSVP | It’s the last outdoor session of the year — don’t forget your yoga mat.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Real Estate
  • The building that formerly housed the CVS Pharmacy at the corner of 4th and Trade downtown has a new owner. According to documents filed with the Register of Deeds, Kazakos Empire LLC purchased the 0.15-acre property that includes the building for $1.2 million. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Ranked
  • No. 8. That’s where Winston-Salem landed on Niche’s 2024 rankings of the best places to live in the Triad. The list looks at criteria like cost of living, job opportunities, and amenities. Lewisville, Clemmons, and Kernersville also made the top 10. (Triad Business Journal)
Closed
  • Whitaker Square Gourmet Pizza closed after seven years of serving customers. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
Edu
  • Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is asking families to weigh in on two proposed schedules for the 2025-2026 academic year. Both options have the same start and end date but differ on when to hold spring break. The deadline to respond to the survey is tomorrrow, Oct. 6. (Winston-Salem Journal)
Wellness
  • Posture check — this is your weekly reminder to straighten your back. If that felt good, imagine how nice a stretch at Lotus Yoga Academy would feel. Find your flow at these Winston-Salem fitness studios and gyms.
Travel
  • Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to Piedmont Triad International Airport for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
 
City Guide
 

Secrets to Winston-Salem living
WStoday: Bird eye view of Winston-Salem from Truliant tower formerly Winston Towr
Count how many buildings you can identify in this photo. | Photo by WStoday
Whether you’re a Winston-Salem native or a relative newcomer, there are just some things every Winstonian understands to be true.

You won’t find these rules in a handbook, but they are undoubtedly absorbed by the community — and if you’re not from the Twin City, these might be a little difficult to explain. Here’s what our WStoday readers and Instagram followers shared.

We’ve learned a thing or two from commuting

“When approaching the intersection of Salem Pwy East and Hwy 52, always remain in the left lane because of congestion.” — Jeff N.

“We know doughnuts are the best ‘Hot and Now,’ we know all the cut-through roads to get from Stratford to Country Club or Robinhood to Reynolda when the traffic is bad. We know it’s pronounced B-you-na Vista!” — @marissacostumediva1
 
 
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An autumn door wreath made of silk. Crafted with life-like foliage, berries, and pumpkins, this wreath will welcome the fall season and give a festive touch to your home.
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